Go Holidays - Tropical North Queensland

Tropical North Queensland
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OVERVIEW
Tropical North Queensland boasts a superb tropical climate all year round and is the perfect place to escape from it all. Dazzling blue skies, long white beaches, coral reefs, vibrant green vegetation, and warm perfumed air are the common ingredients of a holiday in Cairns and the surrounding Tropical North region. Tours range from relaxed sightseeing to extreme adventure – whatever suits your tastes. Tropical North Queensland is a vast region stretching from reefs and islands, through to beach and coastal wetlands to mountains, tablelands and Gulf Savannah grassland. Cairns City is your gateway to Far North Queensland. A dynamic, vibrant city that pulses with a tropical beat… with a host of luxury hotels, first-class shops, a world-class casino, a variety of restaurants & nightlife venues and genuine tropical hospitality. North of Cairns are the beaches such as Palm Cove and Trinity Beach where palm trees hang lazily over the sand. Further north is the resort town of Port Douglas and continuing on you find the spectacular Mossman Gorge, World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. CLICK HERE FOR THE MAP OF TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND CLICK HERE FOR THE MAP TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND HOTELS

TRAVELLER'S FACTS
PASSPORT A valid passport is required which must be valid beyond the length of your intended stay. VISAS Are not required for New Zealand passport holders. If travelling on other than a New Zealand passport you may require an entry visa into Australia and a re-entry permit for New Zealand. You are strongly recommended to check with your travel agent. INSURANCE You are strongly advised to take out travel insurance available from your travel agent. GOODS & SERVICES TAX GST is payable on most, but not all, goods and services. GST paid on goods being exported from Australia may be able to be claimed back at the International Airport when you have cleared Customs and Immigration. Receipts must be produced and strict rules apply. Refer to the information available from your travel agent. HOTEL CHECK-IN PROCEDURES Although you have prepaid your accommodation in New Zealand, upon check-in at your hotel you will be asked for either an imprint of your credit card or a cash deposit. This is standard practice and is used as a deposit against incidental charged to your hotel room e.g., room service, telephone calls, beverages, tours, etc. HOTEL CHECK-IN TIMES Please refer to the accommodation options given for the check-in time for each property. The time given allows for rooms to be cleaned and prepared for guest arrival. If you are arriving on an early flight you may not be able to access your room immediately upon arrival. In order to guarantee immediate occupancy you should ask your travel agent to book an additional night to cover the night prior to arrival. This ensures your room is unoccupied until your arrival. APARTMENTS VS HOTELS Apartment accommodation is very different from Hotel accommodation. Apartment complexes are normally strata titled, this means that each apartment has an individual owner with a Manager who runs and operates the complex. As each apartment is owned individually furnishings and styles can vary greatly from room to room. Where you see room images in this brochure they are meant to indicate the general standard of the property. This is the same with our grading, which seeks to give you an overall indication of the quality of accommodation that you will receive. Unlike Hotels, Apartments are usually serviced on a weekly basis (hotels are serviced daily). When you check in you will receive a limited stock of towels, toiletries, tea/coffee making facilities etc. If you require additional supplies the complex Manager will be able to assist (for a charge) or you can re-supply yourselves at the local supermarket. For details on the bedding configurations of each property please refer to the accommodation section of this brochure. CLIMATE The tropical climate of Tropical North Queensland means the days are warm and the nights balmy all year round. The average temperature in summer is 31°C and in winter 25°C. Casual cool clothing is required and you may need a jacket or sweater for the cooler winter nights. SWIMMING The Tropical North Queensland region has jellyfish ("stingers") that may attack swimmers between November and May. During these months swimming is safe only within the designated netted areas. SHOPPING Shopping hours are generally 9.00am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday with extended hours to 9.00pm on Thursday, and 10.30am to 4.00pm on Sunday. SPEED LIMITS The open road speed limits range between 80 to 110 kms/hour, and in built up areas between 50 to 60 kms/hour.

GETTING AROUND
When visiting Tropical North Queensland Sun Palm Express Coaches are available in the arrival hall of the Cairns Airport to take you to your destination with your choice of Seat In Coach or a private transfer in a Luxury People Mover or a Sedan. Sun Palm will meet you with a door-to-door service between the Cairns Airport, Cairns Accommodation, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas with regular connections to Cape Tribulation and Cooktown. For added convenience why not take advantage of The Sun Palm freedom shuttle, a local bus service providing coach transfers around the accommodation houses and the Port Douglas district, operating between 7:00am and 1:00am daily. Or even better, why not cover all of Tropical North Queensland with the Sun Palm Gold Pass, including return airport transfers and unlimited travel between Cairns, Palm Cove, Port Douglas and Mossman. Also included is unlimited travel within the Port Douglas precinct on the Sun Freedom Shuttle. AVIS RENTAL CARS Avis Australia's leading car rental company offers you a great choice of low kilometre, late model, air-conditioned vehicles at great rates... and of course you'll always receive that famous "We try harder" service... CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER DETAILS BRITZ CAMPERVANS Have you dreamed about discovering the excitement and adventure of Australia. You can with Britz Campervan Rentals! Their extensive range of campervans and four wheel drives (4WDs) allow you the freedom and choice to explore the great diversity of Australia... CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER DETAILS

SIGHTSEEING & TOURS
WILDLIFE TROPICAL NORTH QUEENSLAND The experts in presenting Australian wildlife and the largest operators of wildlife attractions in the region! An unequalled “Hands On” wildlife experience Largest Koala Colony in TNQ Digital ‘CUDDLE A KOALA’ souvenir photos available Crocodile, Snake, Red Panda, Koala and Free Flight bird presentations The largest mob of TAME kangaroos to hand feed Licensed Koala Café. “Breakfast with the Koalas” daily An award winning Eco attraction Cruise with the crocodiles on Hartleys Lagoon Guided tour of the working crocodile farm with 4000+ crocodiles “Pole feeding” crocodiles Australia’s best “Crocodile Attack” show Licensed Lilies Restaurant See Cassowaries, snakes, koalas and more A Great Australian Night Out! Monday-Thursday and Saturday 7PM - 10pm Delicious BBQ, complimentary Beer, Wine and Soft Drink throughout the night Amazing Guided Spotlighting Tour Billy Tea and Damper round the Campfire with our authentic ‘Swaggie’ Live Aussie entertainment! THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN WILDLIFE EXPERIENCE If Australia’s wildlife fascinates you - then this is for you! Visit both Cairns Tropical Zoo AND Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures during your Tropical North Queensland Holiday and save. Two very memorable and enjoyable experiences at a very special price. Tropic Wings Luxury Coach Tours Tropic Wings offer full day and half day touring options to many of the popular attractions in North Queensland. Tropic Wings are the largest and longest established luxury coach touring company in Cairns and are 100% locally owned and operated. OUTBACK AND ATHERTON TABLELANDS TOUR Witness the contrasting landscapes of the Atherton Tablelands. Visit Lake Barrine for a scenic cruise and morning tea, before stopping at the Curtain Fig Tree and Millaa Millaa Falls. Experience the essence of the outback at Woodleigh Cattle Station with a guided tour of the pioneer homestead before enjoying a traditional outback BBQ lunch with the family of the original settlers. CAPE TRIBULATION AND DAINTREE TOUR Travel north along the Captain Cook Highway. Visit picturesque Mossman Gorge at the southern end of the Daintree National Park. Cross the Daintree River on a cable driven ferry to the Daintree Discovery Centre for morning tea. Climb the Canopy Tower and experience the rainforest aerial boardwalks for an amazing insight into the flora and fauna of the World Heritage Rainforest. Enjoy a tropical buffet lunch and a relaxing swim before exploring Cape Tribulation Beach 'where rainforest meets the reef'. Continue onto Alexandra Lookout overlooking the mouth of the Daintree River and Snapper Island – a perfect photo opportunity. Cruise the majestic Daintree River spotting for wildlife, then enjoy afternoon tea before heading back to your accommodation. KURANDA ULTIMATE TOUR WITH TRAIN AND SKY RAIL Journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway then explore the Kuranda village including the famous markets. From here it is on to Rainforestation Nature Park, boasting 40 hectares of rainforest set amidst World Heritage areas. Ride an amphibious Army Duck where an experienced driver/guide will explain the mysteries of the rainforest. The Dreamtime Walk provides a comprehensive introduction to Aboriginal culture with boomerang lessons, spear throwing and didgeridoo demonstrations. Then, in the rainforest amphitheatre, witness the dynamic performance of the Pamagirri Dancers. Enjoy a tropical BBQ lunch and a visit to the Koala and Wildlife Park (optional extra 'Cuddle a Koala' photo) before gliding over the rainforest with Skyrail. Quicksilver Helicopters Experience the exhilaration of flying over the reef and rainforest by helicopter in conjunction with a superb cruise. Fly & cruise combination and 10 minute scenic flights available to those who want to see the reef from our unique perspective. Billy Tea Bush Safaris Billy Tea Bush Safaris offers a personalised day tour to the Daintree, Cape Tribulation area and extended safaris of 3 to14 days duration using plane and boat options. The 4WD vehicles are custom built for passenger comfort and to withstand the ruggedness required for the area. Billy Tea Bush Safaris is the longest established 4WD safari operator to Cape York and Daintree - Cape Tribulation. Indulge in the taste of the Tropics! A one day food and wine tour showcasing the flavours of Australia from a tropical perspective, including local, tropical fruit wines and liqueurs, coffee and macadamia nut plantation tours and a Barramundi Redclaw crayfish lunch. FLAMES OF THE FOREST Flames of the Forest is a sensory adventure set deep in the theatre of ancient tropical rainforest, illuminated by hundreds of candles. Take a journey through time, rare culture, customs and cuisine as the forest yields its secrets... experience a magical and sensual rainforest epiphany for grown up travellers and those who revel in the divine. Sunlover Cruises Sunlover Cruises operates daily tours to the Outer Barrier Reef. Enjoy our spacious pontoon and take part in both snorkelling and diving activities also including semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tours. Why not try out Sea Walker Platform Helmet Diving! Quicksilver Quicksilver's modern wavepiercing catamarans cruise to reef-activity platforms moored in protective lagoons on the edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the reef from the comfort of a semi submersible, an underwater observatory, or snorkel and dive in a unique underwater world. QUICKSILVER OUTER BARRIER REEF CRUISE Sleek, wave-piercing catamarans take visitors to the spacious activity platforms at the sheltered edge of the Great Barrier Reef. Explore the reef from the comfort of a semi-submersible, an underwater observatory, or by snorkelling and diving in the coral gardens. Guided snorkelling tours also available with a Marine Biologist. WAVEDANCER LOW ISLES GREAT BARRIER REEF ISLAND CRUISE Sail in absolute comfort on Wavedancer to a Great Barrier Reef island - Low Isles coral lagoon is home to turtles and colourful reef fish. Ideal for couples and families alike looking for island relaxation with snorkelling from the beach, glass bottom boat, snorkelling tour and guided beach walk. Tropical lunch included in your day. QUICKSMART DIVING ADVENTURES Quicksmart, a custom built 24 metre catamaran is designed for adventure and provides a small group of people a water based activity day. For spectacular coral and fish life, the clear waters of Agincourt ribbon reef offer magnificent underwater scenery. Spend 5 hours at the reef and visit 3 different reef sites. Enjoy 3 certified dives, 2 introductory dives or snorkelling over this coral wonderland. Each site is chosen for visual impact, ecological diversity and the challenge of discovery. Included is snorkelling equipment and a hot and cold tropical smorgasbord lunch. LEARN TO DIVE Quicksilver Dive offers a four-day PADI Open Water Dive course including two days of pool and theory lessons followed by two days of diving on the stunning Agincourt Reef. Courses commence every Tuesday at the Novotel Palm Cove Resort

CRUISING
Captain Cook Cruise - Great Barrier Reef Explore the Great Barrier Reef's remote reefs, exclusive islands and shallow bays aboard Captain Cook Cruises' award-winning 3, 4 or 7-night MV Reef Endeavour cruises departing weekly from Cairns. Discover the unique advantages of small ship cruising on a voyage that highlights the extraordinary. Stroll along fringes of white sand and snorkel amongst a kaleidoscope of fish on the outer Ribbon and Hedley Reefs. Discover Lizard Island's giant clam gardens only metres from the shore. Hear native birds call from the towering rainforest canopy on Dunk and Fitzroy Islands and climb the same lookouts as the first explorers. CLICK HERE FOR THE MAP OF THE CRUISE Coral Princess Cruise A Coral Princess Cruise is a Great Barrier Reef experience you will never forget. A journey of discovery, adventure and personalised service. Enjoy three, four or seven night cruises through picturesque islands, magnificent coral reefs and scenic coastline. A Coral Princess is a great alternative to Resort based holiday. Our expedition style ships are large enough to provide all the comforts of larger ships yet small enough to enable access to reef and island sites inaccessible to other vessels. Enjoy swimming, coral viewing, beachcombing, snorkelling, diving and exploring tropical islands or simply relaxing. Carrying only 54 guests, your environmental experience will be both personal and memorable. 3 night Cruise - Cairns/Townsville/Cairns CLICK HERE FOR THE MAP OF THE CRUISE