Cairns Holidays

The tropical city of Cairns - in the far north of Queensland - is a haven for anyone with a love of the great outdoors. The gateway to Australia's Great Barrier Reef, Cairns holidays are all about hiking in rainforests and fishing off boats, cruising on the high sea and diving over technicolour coral reefs. With so many activities to fill your days with, you're bound to work up a healthy appetite. Head to Cairns Esplanade, lining the seafront, and you'll be met with a generous scattering of lively bars and restaurants and a swimming lagoon to boot. This is the sort of holiday where action-packed days give way to carefree nights, does it get any better than that?

Cairns holiday ideas

A few suggestions to get the holiday planning process started

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Cairns Guide

Practical advice and inspiration to help you prepare for your holiday