Cairns is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, offering untold activities that revolve around the water, and the perfect base from which to explore Tropical North Queensland’s world-famous rainforests.
Tour operators are abundant with opportunities to indulge in adrenaline-pumping activities like white-water rafting, bungee jumping, sky diving and four-wheel-drive tours.
There are also more peaceful pursuits like hiking to a waterfall, following the Tablelands tasting trail, visiting a spa, wandering a quiet beach, or taking a river cruise.
There's also a world-class golf course an easy 25-minutes drive from the hotel.
Check out these 13 reasons to visit Cairns when you have a few hours to spare.
Tourism Tropical North Queensland website