What To Do - Port Douglas
With so many things to see and do in Port Douglas, it is a popular destination for backpackers and honeymooners. If you’re after a carefree beach holiday, Port Douglas at the tip of Queensland, Australia has got it all. Taking less than an hours drive to get from Cairns to Port Douglas, it is a perfect base to explore Australia’s natural landscape.
After checking into your Port Douglas accom, waste no time and head out to the Great Barrier Reef for snorkeling scuba diving and boat cruises. The Kuranda Rail is a must do experience, taking you past rainforest and waterfalls. A visit to the world heritage Daintree rainforest Cape Tribulation and Low Isles are essential to understanding the beauty of Port Douglas and the region. If you haven’t organised car rental in Port Douglas there are plenty of tours in and around the area. Simply browse our catalogue for all things to do in Port Douglas. If a Port Douglas luxury experience is more your style, be prepared for pampering with deluxe spas, villages and resort style accommodation.
In addition, if you're looking for more information on what to do in Queensland as a whole, be sure to check out our state page!
Venture off the coast of Port Douglas to the Outer Great Barrier Reef and discover a world of beauty, vibrant coral gardens and diverse marine life when you experience Australia's most-awarded reef cruise.
An exciting personalised day custom-designed for dive and snorkel adventures on the Great Barrier Reef! Explore the renowned Agincourt ribbon reefs in superb style and comfort with the ultramodern 29m catamaran.
Our spectacular site in Cairns is a very special place, featuring the worlds first purpose built tower for Bungee Jumping and the Minjin Jungle Swing.
Combine horse riding in Port Douglas with the thrills of riding ATV quad bikes for adventures through great scenery you won't soon forget!
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The only way to experience pristine rainforest, crystal clear rivers and breathtaking scenery is to take a white water rafting trip, a full day on the Russell River or a half day on the Barron River.
Sail the Great Barrier Reef to the Low Isles - set like a jewel in is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island – a true tropical island paradise. Combined with the romance of sailing aboard a luxury 30 metre sailing catamaran, this is the perfect getaway.
Cairns' Flames of the Forest near Port Douglas transports you into a world beyond your imagination that you will never want to leave!
Visit the Great Barrier Reef with this 3 Day Ultimate Reef Pass, your ticket to the best range of cruises from Australia's most awarded reef cruise company!
Sail from Port Douglas and watch the sun set over the mountains of the Daintree Rainforest while indulging in pure relaxation with a Port Douglas Sunset Cruise. This is a luxury sunset cruise like no other aboard the newest luxury vessel in Port Douglas.
Kuranda, located just West of Cairns in a mountaintop rainforest splendour, has been enchanting visitors for years. Accessible by train, cableway or road, the charming 'Village in the Rainforest' presents a bevy of tropical delights.
Tour the Daintree Rainforest in a purpose-built luxury, air-conditioned four-wheel drive vehicle for a truly unforgettable holiday experience.
Experience the wonder of a hot air balloon ride during your Port Douglas trip; after the reef and rainforest, a hot air balloon ride is the next best thing!
Fly over picturesque Port Douglas in a helicopter and absorb its inspiring surrounds from up high. All tours include local courtesy hotel transfers.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Cairns is a world first in environmental tourism taking you on an experience over Australia’s World Heritage listed Rainforest.
The Tully River is considered the best White Water Rafting across both Australia & New Zealand. It also boasts grade 3-4 rapids which are challenging for the experienced and beginners alike.
Jungle Surfing in Port Douglas is a unique and exhilarating way to experience the beauty of the world renowned Daintree Rainforest - book to try it here!
Take a trip to Cape Tribulation and the Daintree and let these World Heritage areas showcase the the oldest rainforest in the world and Great Barrier Reef.
Cairns' Daintree Station captures the essence of the original Mt Mulligan Station. Jungle Balls Downhill Fun, Quad Bike Adventures & Rainforest Horse Rides.
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park offers a showcase of indigenous culture, allowing guests to watch theatrical shows and engage in interactive activities.
Your Daintree River cruise will take you along sections of a great waterway full of wildlife and flora with crocodiles spotted on 98% of cruises.
