7 Day Discover Port Douglas holiday Itinerary

Collect your rental car and journey to pretty Port Douglas, tropical playground of the rich and famous.

Port Douglas: Reef and Rainforest

Port Douglas is a foodie haven with cafés, bars and restaurants galore. A year-round resort destination, you can dine al fresco and swim in the warm ocean waters no matter when you visit. With five nights here you have ample time to discover the region's many delights.

Approximate Distance: 68 km | 42 miles   Total Driving Time: 1 hour 15 mins

Accommodation: Port Douglas - 6 Nights

Arrive at Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre hidden in the Daintree Rainforest, where you will be welcomed with a traditional Aboriginal smoking ceremony. Explore the gallery and local crafts store before embarking on an interpretive rainforest walk with an Aboriginal guide, learning about the Kuku Yalanji people's connection to the land. Indulge in a delicious lunch at the Mayi Café at Janbal Gallery before joining an Aboriginal artist for an art class, where you'll hear Dreamtime stories and local history. Create a unique souvenir by painting a canvas with the artist's guidance, using techniques you learn in the class.

Discover the vibrant fish life and delicate coral of three specifically chosen sites suited for conditions on the day of travel. The shallow reef lagoons are a great opportunity to see the Great Barrier Reef at its best, as some of the best coral growth is found in the shallower waters where sunlight is plentiful. For more experienced snorkellers, you’ll be thrilled with exploring spectacular drop-offs and coral pinnacles.

Join the Marine Biologist for a guided snorkel tour over the shallow coral gardens, pointing out fish and marine life, corals and areas of interest along the way.
 

Our dedicated snorkel crew will provide you with:

• Snorkelling equipment and floatation devices.
• Tips of technique and help for beginners.
• In-water assistance and guidance to where the best areas to snorkel are.
• A briefing on the biology and history of the reef.

Port Douglas has an unpretentious and relaxed ambiance: you'll only find buildings up to three stories high, not much taller than the nearby palm trees, boutique clothing shops, and exquisite alfresco dining restaurants. A visit to Four Mile Beach is essential where you can laze away the day on the pristine sand. Enjoy lunch at one of the many cafes scattered along Macrossan Street or spend the afternoon shopping at the Marina Mirage.

Port Douglas is also a popular base from which to explore the Great Barrier Reef and the rainforests of the Wet Tropics, Daintree, and Cape Tribulation. There are numerous tours that embark from Port Douglas, many combining the adventure experiences of the Reef and the Wet Tropics.

Enjoy a massage to the sounds of the rainforest or the waves crashing on the beach...in Port Douglas it's all possible.

Today join a small personalised Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation tour, where the rainforest meets the reef! On this full-day tour, you will explore all the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation region has to offer. Sit back and relax in comfort in a custom-built 4WD air-conditioned vehicle while listening to informative and entertaining commentary by your local naturalist guide.

As one of the only tour operators to travel on the Bloomfield Track your experience will be like no other. Spot crocodiles on a Daintree River cruise, learn about flora, fauna and the history of the Daintree on a guided boardwalk tour, take a 4WD ride through a World Heritage-listed rainforest on the rugged Bloomfield Track, savour a traditional Aussie barbecue, sample traditional ‘Aussie’ billy tea, damper and tropical fruits in the company of wallabies and enjoy a homemade Daintree ice-cream on your journey home.

Enjoy the thrill of pure sailing! A “must-do” when visiting Port Douglas is to relax with a Sunset Sail on board a first-class sailing catamaran.

Soak up the peace and tranquillity of a tropical sunset over the Coral Sea as you sail along the coast off Port Douglas. Take in the ambient music, relaxed and friendly atmosphere, and spectacular mountain views while enjoying a welcome drink and delicious canapés. Catered to adults only.

Enjoy the sail on a high-performance luxury sailing catamaran. With plenty of room onboard, guests can relax on the upstairs bridge area and chat with the Skipper, or laze on the foredecks and enjoy the splash of the waves and wind. Inside, the cabin is air-conditioned with a large undercover outdoor saloon area.

Take time to relax – Enjoy a 1st class service!

Say farewell to the forest and return to Cairns to drop off your rental car and board your onward flight. We know you will enjoy your 7 Day Port Douglas holiday, taking with you the magical memories of a truly exceptional Australian experience. We hope you will return soon to discover even more highlights of this incredible continent.

Approximate Distance: 68 km | 42 miles   Total Driving Time: 1 hour 15 mins

Hope to see you again soon!