Tourists coming to Port Douglas can come across some of the most enchanting islands to be found on the Great Barrier Reef in North Queensland.
The most visited island is Green Island, located only 45 minutes from Cairns has numerous half and full day tours. The different water sports to be found on the island include Snorkeling, parasailing, sea kayaking, scuba diving, self-guided island walks, glass bottom boat tours. a 5 star resort is present at Green Island that provides the ultimate luxurious overnight experience. One also finds a wide array of small resort boutiques and cafes on the Island.
Fitzroy Island is also at 45 minutes away from Cairns. Major part of Fitzroy Island is National Park and comprises of mangroves, tropical rainforest, woodlands, and beautiful coral beaches situated along the Island walking trails and hikes. The beaches are perfect for enjoying the waters, sun baking or relaxing as the waters are fraught with colorful coral and marine life.
Situated in the outer barrier reef, the protected coral cay Michaelmas Cay is popular for being a bird breeding site. The cay is overrun with grasses and small plants with millions of seabirds making it their habitat. Without any manmade structures present, the cay provides a complete natural beauty to behold.
One can access Frankland Islands by Frankland Islands Cruise that carries a maximum of 100 people from Cairns daily. A cruise starts through Russell Heads that is surrounded by mountains with rainforest covering them. Without the presence of any structures present, the Island makes a great tropical Island tour. Travelers can soak up the beauty of the surrounding landscape that will definitely leave speechless.
The most accessible Island from Port Douglas is Low Isles. A 30 metre luxury catamaran known as Wavedancer carries you to this tropical coral cay. Tourists get to soak up the sun as they take in the scenic beauty of the surrounding areas. Visitors can find many water sports to indulge in like snorkeling that provides the opportunities to see the 150 hard corals of different types and the 15 soft corals to be found around, along with the diverse marine life.
Port Douglas Accommodation
Visitors to Port Douglas can avail a great selection of accommodation that takes into account all throughout the village and surrounding areas. There is property for rent in Port Douglas with no property that is higher than a palm tree and is meant to keep the laid-back ambiance that is found here. One can find a whole range of apartments for rent in Port Douglas right from budget apartments and going up to the luxury resorts.