Cairns Cruise Guide
Overview
Surrounded by tree-covered hills and rainforests flush with wildlife, waterfalls and scenic hiking trails, Cairns overlooks turquoise waters extending out to distant tropical islands and coral reefs teeming with colourful marine life.
Daily cruise boats, sailboats, sea-planes and helicopters take tours to pristine islands and coral atolls. In the heart of the rainforest, the nearby village of Kuranda is alive with galleries, cafes, shops and markets selling crafts, produce, and Aboriginal artefacts.
Sightseeing
Visit the Tjapukai Aboriginals by night and experience the evocative Aboriginal spirit at the haunting fire ceremony, or take a Billy Tea Safari into the Australian bush. Explore the quaint town of Kuranda, with its markets, coffee shops, scenic railway and world's longest rainforest cableway.
Highlights
• Great Barrier Reef
• Daintree World Heritage Rainforest
• Kuranda Historic Scenic Railway
• Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
• Deep Sea Fishing Charters
Tourist Information
51 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
Tel: +61 (07) 4051 3588.
Website: www.tropicalaustralia.com.au
Shopping
Cairns has an excellent range of markets, including the famous Night Markets on the Esplanade, selling local arts and crafts and a wide selection of food. The Saturday Esplanade Markets, located near the lagoon, offer quality jewellery and trinkets.
Best buys include opals and other precious or semi-precious stones, modern art, sculptures, bark paintings, boomerangs and tribal objects, plus diving and snorkelling equipment.
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Tipping: 10% is customary for good service, but is not compulsory, as wages in the service industry are considered adequate without tipping.
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