Port Douglas Holidays, Itinerary and Tourism Information
Suggested Itinerary for Dort Douglas Holidays
Day 1 - Your Port Douglas holidays begin with a coach transfer from Cairns Airport to Port Douglas along the scenic Captain Cook Highway. The road is narrow and winding, but the views of the Coral Sea and beaches are fabulous.
Accommodation at Sea Temple Resort Spa Port Douglas located on the beachfront at the southern end of Port Douglas' famous Four Mile Beach, the resort combines luxury and first class service to create Port Douglas holidays of privacy and relaxation. For those wanting Port Douglas holidays closer to the village and just a bit less pricey try Mantra Aqueous on Port or for the more budget minded Marina Terraces.
Day 2 - Your first full day on Port Douglas holidays begins with a day tour to the Daintree Rainforest Safari. Visit The Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary for morning tea. Enjoy a brief stop at Mossman Gorge, before crossing the Daintree River. Enjoy a lunch at Coconut Rainforest Lodge, before exploring Cape Tribulation Beach. Cruise the majestic Daintree River, spotting for wildlife before enjoying afternoon tea and returning to your Port Douglas accommodation.
Day 3 - Port Douglas holidays are not meant to be hectic! Spend the day enjoying the many shops and galleries in Port Douglas, you will find indigenous artwork and crafts alongside designer labels, whatever you are looking for you are sure to find just the thing!
If you are on Port Douglas holidays over a Sunday be sure to visit the local Port Douglas Market, it is located right on the waterfront overlooking the Coral Sea. The market attracts sellers from all over the North with a wide range of merchandise from jewellery, arts and crafts, glassware, books to fresh local produce.
Day 4 - No Port Douglas holidays are complete without a day on the reef. Poseidon Outer Reef Cruises operates a five star tour to the Agincourt Reefs on the Great Barrier Reef. Snorkellers and scuba divers will enjoy three outer reef sites. Poseidon holds the permits for 45 locations at 16 different reefs, traveling to the furthest north reef site away from other day boat operators.
Day 5 - on day five of your holidays take the morning to relax by the pool, have a massage at the day spa, enjoy a walk along famous Four Mile Beach, or a game of golf at Mirage or Sea Temple Golf Clubs.
In the afternoon enjoy a scenic helicopter flight where you have a bird's eye view of Port Douglas and famous Four Mile Beach. Fly out past beautiful Low Isles for fantastic photo opportunities, then it's on to Batt and Tongue Reefs.
Day 6 - Time to head back to Cairns via the scenic Captain Cook Highway. As you depart the beautiful tropical north you can look forward to planning future Port Douglas holidays.
General Port Douglas Holidays Travel Information
Restrictions - Limitations apply to bringing in many items - details can be obtained from an Australian Customs Booklet. As Australia is an island, strict quarantine regulations apply to plants and food.
Electricity - Electricity is supplied throughout Australia at 240 volts (50 hertz) with three pin plugs.
Maps - Plot your adventure or simply see where you hotel is located. Click here for a Port Douglas map to help plan your Port Douglas holidays.
Medical Services - Cairns has medical services and major hospitals capable of administering advanced and specialised medical care. The region also has ambulance, fire and police services. In-hotel general practitioners (GP) are available for visits and travel insurance for your Port Douglas holidays is recommended.
Stingers - Between November and April, large swimming enclosures are employed at popular swimming beaches, which afford protection against dangerous jellyfish stings. These are staffed by qualified Queensland Lifesavers who can provide any information you may require on the spot. The jellyfish do not interfere with Great Barrier Reef activities such as snorkelling or diving as these take place a distance from the coast.
What to Bring - Rremember to limit the effects of the tropical sun with sunscreen and hats. Pack loose comfortable clothing, walking shoes, swim wear and sunglasses when on Port Douglas holidays.
