Foodies rejoice - this region has the freshest tropical produce the country has to offer. From wild-caught seafood, nuts and spices foraged from the forests, to the sprawling fruit orchards of Atherton Tablelands, be sure to come hungry - you’ll always be on the hunt for food trails and local markets in search of your next meal.

Tropical North Queensland doesn’t just show off its abundant harvests - the region boasts an equally rich and diverse wilderness. Trek through Atherton Tablelands’ rolling hills to find its thundering waterfalls, or dive into the marine wonderland that is the world’s greatest barrier reef. Rest for the night in a seaside island retreat as you fall asleep to the sound of the ocean - you’ll never want to leave.

Explore history 60,000 years in the making as you traverse this ancient country - Cairns & Great Barrier Reef is the only region in Australia where two of the world’s oldest Indigenous cultures reside. Leave the world behind while you deepen your connection with the land through the captivating art and dance of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the stories of their sacred surroundings.

Come ready not only to make new memories but also new friends in this tropical paradise, from your welcoming Airbnb host to the chatty character seated next to you at the bar. Enjoy a pint with your new mates or spend a tranquil evening with loved ones, and let the laid-back lifestyle of this region enchant you on this trip you’ll never forget.