We lived in Port years ago and in fact owned a unit there. We have since sold up and moved to Cairns, but we visit Port for a short get away with the kids once a year. Everynow and then we take a drive up to the Port douglas markets too. Nice little get away - go there for a...
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Port Douglas
Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia
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Ranked #4 of 17 attractions in Port Douglas
200 Reviews
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest, Bodies of Water
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Port Douglas is the natural place to holiday in AustraliaPort Douglas, once a sleepy fishing village, is 60km north from Cairns along the Captain Cook...
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Port Douglas is the natural place to holiday in AustraliaPort Douglas, once a sleepy fishing village, is 60km north from Cairns along the Captain Cook Highway. The highway offers the first glimpses of this beautiful area, with stunning views across the water and along the coast.Visitors to this family-friendly, laid-back area can fish, golf, snorkel over the reef, walk through the rainforest or just relax on one of the many beautiful beaches the area is known for. The area is home to over 12,000, but during the tourist seasons the number can reach over three times this amount as tourists take advantage of the tropical climate and average temperatures of 26 C. Whether you want to self-drive or take advantage of one of the many tours on offer the Douglas area is easy to navigate and full of interesting attractions. Whatever the holiday there is a hotel, resort, lodge, backpackers or caravan park to suit your budget and needs and most offer pools, kids play areas and beach access. The Daintree Rainforest is one of Australia’s most spectacular regions, where the rainforest meets the reef.Just a short drive north of Port Douglas is the cable operated ferry which crosses the Daintree River and marks the beginning of this ancient land. From here the drive north to Cape Tribulation offers stunning scenic lookouts and picnic areas, emerald forests, golden sands and deep blue waters. The Daintree Rainforest is 140 million years old and is home to Cassowaries, crocodiles, goannas and Bennett’s tree kangaroos to name just a few. It’s also home to the highest number of threatened plant and animal species in the world and a large number of animals and plants not found anywhere else. The rainforest is a nature-lovers paradise with hundreds of species of birds, the beautiful Ulysses butterfly with its iridescent metallic-blue wings and millions of insects making their home here. Tropical fruit abounds in season, in all shapes and sizes, with passion fruit, jack fruit, mangosteen, papaya, rambutan, star apple and soursop among others. Tucked away in the Daintree are hidden swimming holes and peaceful bush walks through untouched forest, while stunning beaches separate the reef from the rainforest. The history and biodiversity of this area was recognised in 1998 when the forest was listed as a World Heritage site due to its evolutionary history and exceptional natural beauty. There are plenty of operators offering tours and guided hikes both during the day and in the evening, to spot the many nocturnal species, to help you make the most of your Daintree experience.
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Cairns, Australia
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I love Port Douglas, away from the hustle and bustle from which I live.
The relaxed laid back feel of this lovely little community is what keeps taking me back. Plenty of activities to do, visit the reef, see crocodiles, jungle surfing, sunrise and sunset walks along four mile beach, just to name a few, still need to have a...
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Melbourne, Australia
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We traveled to Port Douglas in May 2012. This is the time where the rainy season has stopped and the weather is just perfect (well for me anyway). A pleasant 29°C during the day and a comfortable 22°C during the night. Just fantastic. The road from Cairns airport is a little slow as you head along the winding beach road...
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A great stepping-off point for the Daintree, the Reef and other places like Cape Trib - plus excellent restaurants and shopping to boot
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Lymington, United Kingdom
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Lovely beach but unable to swim in the sea due to the jelly fish
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Port Douglas, Australia
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Read a book sat by the pool. Fine dining. Excellent shopping.
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Brighton Victoria
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A wide variety of things to do and see while at a beautiful holiday resort region.
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Perth, Australia
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A group of 8 of us from WA had a fantastico day on the Aquarius Sail Cat. We snorkeled at Low Island and with their glass bottom viewing boat floated over lovely coral and saw reef sharks, turtles and zillion fish. The coffee & pastries on arrival started the day well. Sumptious seafood luncheon after snorkeling was well received. The...
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Everything was close to hand for easy walking. Weather was warm although cloudy at first but still great. 28/29/30 was hot enough for us! Plenty of choices for eats, drinks, and shopping bearing in mind it's only a small resort. Sadly, Australia is becoming very expensive though :o(
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Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Our family went to port Douglas. We had a great time the only disappointment was the accommodation. Would not go back to rendezvous. Service was terrible. The day trips were great would love to go back again. We went on the Poseidon. Fantastic the crew were wonderful with the kids.
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