Amazing Port Douglas Destinations To Visit In 2022

If you’re an Aussie who loves to travel, there are plenty of options like Great Barrier Reef Cruises, shopping etc..

Port Douglas is an amazing destination that is positioned to comfortably experience the Great Barrier Reef, with many tours departing on a daily basis. Snorkel off the beach at the coral cay Low Isles or  sail to the spectacular Outer Reef and enjoy the day exploring the underwater world; or take in the views from above in a helicopter. Here are some fascinating tourist destinations in Port Douglas that you ought to visit in 2022.

Explore the Great Barrier Reef

If there’s one thing Queenslanders boast about to the entire world, it has to be their abundant natural resources. The Outer Reef of the Great Barrier Reef is closer to Port Douglas, making it a perfect location to go snorkelling, cruises and scuba diving. There are a number of Great Barrier Reef tours in Port Douglas that offer an opportunity to experience both its shallow estuaries and deep oceanic waters. A wide variety of indigenous creatures including fish, mollusks, jellyfish, sea snakes, corals and marine turtles call the reef their home. Explore the primordial beauty of the largest coral reef system in the world by signing up for one of the Great Barrier Reef cruises. Book your reef experience today!

Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park 

At Mossman Gorge, which is a part of Daintree National Park, you will witness crystal-clear water cascading over huge granite boulders in the Mossman River. Vast expenses of rainforests canopies the mountainsides from the riverbanks up to the rugged slopes of the Main Coast Range. Electric shuttle buses function daily from the popular Mossman Gorge Centre—taking visitors to the Mossman Gorge carpark. Walking tracks start from the Gorge carpark. Take a 10-min stroll through the boardwalk that passes through the lower rainforest. The riverside track offers mesmerising views from several lookouts on the way. You will be amazed to see bright and colourful butterflies and brilliantly-camouflaged Boyd’s forest dragons on the tree trunks. If you’re more of the adventurous type, cross the Rex Creek suspension bridge to enjoy the 2.4 km Rainforest circuit track passing through lush rainforest. 

Go Shopping at the Port Douglas Markets 

No holiday would ever be complete without going on a shopping spree. One of the best activities you can do while you’re in Port Douglas is to pay a visit to the Port Douglas market on a Sunday. The market operates every Sunday. These markets feature several vendors, selling everything from handicrafts to exquisite jewellery, exotic fruits and flowers. The market happens in front of the Port Douglas beach. And now you may take the hint as to where to head to after you’re done shopping. And here’s an insider tip for our readers, it is always better to visit the place on weekdays, as the crowd is bigger on the weekends, making it harder to enjoy the shopping experience at its best. 

Go to the Mossman Gorge 

Who wouldn’t love a bit of adventure!? The Mossman Gorge is an experience you must enjoy when you are in the town of Port Douglas. The Mossman Gorge is a beautiful place within the Daintree Rainforest. You will be accompanied by a member of the Kuku Yalanji to guide you through the Gorge that takes you to the cool waters where you can relax with your feet in the waters. And if you’re curious, swimming in the Mossman Gorge is a fun and totally safe activity as there are no crocodiles in the area. However, the granite boulders of the gorge might make the swim a little risky. 

So, there you have it! A wholesome roster to experience Queensland at its best in 2022!

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