The vibrant hub of Cairns is the ultimate Tropical North Queensland launchpad and offers easy access to the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Rainforest (most well-known for the Daintree National Park section). Whether you want a bird’s eye views of the reef or prefer to dive right in, you’ll find a tour for it here.

If you seek a blend of barefoot beauty and adventure, Port Douglas beckons. The quintessential resort town is renowned for its sprawling Four Mile Beach, vibrant Macrossan Street and Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, buzzing with tour boats and waterfront bars.

The high-end beach village of Palm Cove brings a touch of glamour to the region. Luxe hotels and spas promise pampering under the namesake swaying palms, while celebrities often frequent the esplanade’s fine-dining restaurants.

Ancient wonders await in the Daintree, part of the world’s oldest rainforest. Walk amid 180 million years of history, uncover Aboriginal Dreamtime tales and visit Cape Tribulation, where the reef and rainforest meet.

Foodies and nature lovers are at home in the Atherton Tablelands, where tumbling waterfalls beg to be chased and cool highland plateaus offer a bounty of local produce.

Glide over the canopy to Kuranda on the scenic Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and discover a quirky mountain village with an eclectic arts scene – then take the cable car back down for a thrilling ride with breathtaking views.

Dig even deeper and you’ll discover remote Torres Strait Islands, Mission Beach and the quiet Cassowary Coast – a Tropical North Queensland adventure is what you make it.