About Cairns
Cairns glows as the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, where dive boats launch daily into coral gardens teeming with colour. The nearby Daintree Rainforest, Earth's oldest, drapes the landscape in emerald mystery.
Country
Australia
Best months to visit
Year-round
Currency
AUD
Language
English
Things to do in Cairns
Snorkel or dive the Great Barrier Reef
Hike the Daintree Rainforest
Take the Skyrail cableway canopy walk
Visit the Reef Aquarium
White-water raft the Barron River
Learn from local Aboriginal guides
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