Great Barrier Reef

Nature & Parks

Tropical North Queensland is renowned for being home to one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders—the Great Barrier Reef.

Spanning over 3,000 kilometres, this vast reef system is the largest in the world, comprising 3,000 individual reefs, 880 islands, and an incredible diversity of marine life, birds, and fauna. Palm Cove is fortunate to offer easy access to this stunning attraction, with a variety of daily tour options available.

Whether you're diving or snorkelling to explore the reef up close or choosing a more relaxed experience with a glass-bottom boat or scenic flight, you'll be captivated by the reef's vibrant ecosystem and crystal-clear waters. Each perspective offers a chance to witness the natural beauty and wonder of this UNESCO World Heritage site.

Travel Inspirations

Nature and wildlife

Look out! 10 best bird-watching spots in Australia

21 May 2018
Australia has hundreds and hundreds of magnificent bird species to view, from bustards, bee-eaters, and buttonquails to penguins, petrels, and parrots.
Nature and wildlife

Best QLD national parks you might not know

6 September 2021
QLD is littered with national parks, so clearly some escape attention. It’s time to change that.  
Culture, art and heritage

Australian Aboriginal experiences – a guide to amazing cultural attractions

27 November 2018
Become immersed in and retrace the fascinating cultures of the Indigenous peoples of Australia-- regarded as the world’s oldest continuous culture it traces back to at least 50,000 years.
Culture, art and heritage

Australia’s BIG things – what you may not know about them

27 November 2018
From bulging pieces of fruit and oversized statues to massive creatures and ‘what the?’ objects, Australia’s collection of big things is many and varied.
Culture, art and heritage

Best gorges in Australia

6 April 2018
We’ve searched high and low to find the best gorges in the country, emphasising those that aren’t too far off the beaten track.
Sport leisure and other activities

The heat is on! 10 Australian hot-air balloon hotspots

31 January 2019
Witness Australia’s immense beauty from one of the best vantage points imaginable – high above the ground.
Sport leisure and other activities

What a dive! The top 7 places to go diving in Australia

23 November 2018
Australia is a diver’s paradise. Easy access to shipwrecks, unforgettable interactions with marine life, and a rich array of colours make the underwater world irresistible. Here's the lowdown on Australia’s diving hotspots.
Nature and wildlife

15 Fabulous Things to do in North Queensland

3 May 2019
We’ve rounded up a super selection of things to do in North Queensland.
Sport leisure and other activities

Best places in Australia to experience water sports

5 February 2019
Australia is encircled by thousands of kilometres of breathtaking coastline, which gifts us with an incredible aquatic playground.
Sport leisure and other activities

7 rewarding one-day Australian mountain climbs

21 March 2018
Holidays are the perfect time to tackle a mountain climb and these beauties have high rewards.
Nature and wildlife

Beachfront Accommodation in QLD

3 September 2020
Keen for a beachside break? Check out all the BIG4 parks that are located next to or near a beach in QLD.   
Drives and road trips

Road trippin’! 10 classic Australian touring routes

6 April 2018
Want to appreciate rainforest, reef, or rugged surrounds? Tourism Australia will steer you in the right direction with this superb selection of touring routes.
Drives and road trips

Majestic North QLD in pictures

21 May 2020
North QLD bursts with postcard-perfect settings, from reef to rainforest and plenty more. You’re in for a visual treat.  

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