Tropical Cairns boasts a vitally different climate, weather or not, to the rest of the country. Consistently hot, relaxed and languid, its CBD is more board shorts than briefcases and time is generally more enjoyed with lazy afternoon wanders down its sparkling esplanade and thinking whether to hit the Wet Tropics Rainforest or the Great Barrier Reef, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites, over a pint of ice cold Aussie beer. Understandably, the Great Barrier Reef, genuinely one of the world’s most precious treasures, demands absolute attention but on days when the reef is not on the agenda, there’s plenty of other tropical charm to soak up as well. With a customised Cairns tour package from Chan Brothers Travel Private Tours, get set to embark on a fascinating exploration of its colossal and wondrous offerings of nature like no other.
Hitting the reef When you visit the Great Barrier Reef, there’s no other way but to spend your absolute attention in deliberating on how to have an adventure of a lifetime. With such great aquatic treasures and wondrous works of nature ready for the taking, a well-rounded experience should be what you are after. Start by cruising aboard a first-class pontoon and enjoy a delicious lunch, lounge in the sundeck with a full bar service, test dive in a semi-submerged platform before choosing to dive or snorkel amongst some of the most spectacular coral gardens and marine life, and finally hitch a ride with a helicopter and hover above the wonder for a bird’s-eye view. For punters who wish to stay dry, they can still embrace the underwater wonderland from the comfort of their semi-submersible submarine which offers a full commentary. Such will be a perfect experience for the whole family, young and old, and it can be as relaxing or filled with adrenaline whichever is your preference.
Ballooning at first light If a hot air balloon ride is something you’ve always wish to do, then you will be thrilled as Cairns has the most suitable climate for the best ride possible in the Southern Hemisphere, even more so at the first break of light. Imagining flying gently above the Atherton Tablelands while the sun slowly rises beyond the horizon of ranges and rainforests while you feast your eyes at the spectacular display of countless colourful balloons rising high and above the canopy. It’s the best sort of start to a morning that anyone can get.
Skyreel Not just boasting the Great Barrier Reef in its arsenal of wonders, the tropical rainforest of Kuranda is a generator of oohs and aahs in its own right, and there’s no better way to immerse in its thick foliage of gorgeousness than going on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Spanning over seven kilometres of lush greenery, your camera will be busy doing all the work and getting the best possible angles in every minute of the ride.
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Tick the Great Barrier Reef off your bucket list with a customised Cairns tour package from Chan Brothers Travel Private Tours and take in all the tropical charms of Cairns and surrounds today. Call 6212 9935 or email privatetours@chanbrothers.com.sg for more information.
Highlights
Every itinerary can be fully customised according to needs, special interests, personal preferences and defining style of just about anyone who wants to travel privately and exclusively.
Assemble at Singapore Changi Airport for your flight to Cairns. Upon arrival, meet your guide and proceed for your private transfer to your hotel in Port Douglas.
This early morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel before you proceed for a scenic drive north to Daintree Rainforest, the oldest rainforest in the world. From the Kulki Lookout at Cape Tribulation, you will be able to marvel at scenic mountain peaks and pristine white beaches. The real highlight is the opportunity to witness the rare sight of 2 UNESCO World Heritage Sites together – Daintree Rainforest and Great Barrier Reef. This is also the only place in the world where a rainforest meets a reef. Experience the Daintree River Cruise to learn about the wildlife, such as tree snakes and estuarine crocodiles, and unique plants.
Daintree Rainforest
This morning, enjoy a boat ride and your morning tea as you cruise to the outer reaches of Great Barrier Reef. After a reef presentation by a marine biologist, you will enjoy a snorkelling experience. Next, visit an underwater observatory to see the marine life up close and personal. You can also choose to enjoy a semi-submersible vessel ride to marvel at the vibrant coral and learn more about how the reef is changing.
Great Barrier Reef
This morning, return to Cairns and check in to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your own leisure.
Enjoy a private airport transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.