With more than 300 days of sunshine a year and a unique natural setting where the World Heritage-listed Daintree rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, it’s easy to see why Port Douglas attracts travellers seeking serious R&R in droves. But, it’s also for these reasons that Port Douglas is fast becoming the outdoor adventure hub of Australia …
From zip lining through the rainforest canopy on a flying fox, to crocodile spotting on jetskis, there’s a whole host of adrenalin pumping adventures waiting to be had here. We highlight our favourite five for you:
1. Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours
You’ll have a bird’s eye view of the Daintree as you zip through the trees on this giant flying fox. With stops at five platforms built high amongst the treetops, you’ll have ample opportunity to soak up the awe-inspiring view.
2. Jetski Crocodile Spotting Tour
Cruise the Cairns Trinity Inlet on a new-model Yamaha jetski. Choose your own pace and take it slow or speed it up a little; either way, the blood will be flowing fast when you get up close and personal with the area’s huge saltwater crocs!
3. White Water Rafting
Opt for a full day tour which begins with a trek through the pristine Russell River rainforest before taking in the breathtaking scenery and crystal clear waters on a heart-racing white water rafting adventure.
4. Bungee Jumping
Set on seven acres of lush tropical rainforest, Cairns Bungee Tower offers 16 different styles of bungee jumping, to suit everyone from the novice jumper to the professional thrill seeker. Standing at 50 metres tall, this is the highest viewing platform in the area and allows for unparalleled views of the Northern Beaches and out to the Great Barrier Reef.
5. Skydive Cairns
Jump from 14,000 feet above Cairns for the ultimate adrenalin adventure! Reaching speeds of up to 220 kilometres per hour, you will plummet back towards earth for up to 60 seconds before your parachute deploys at 5,000 feet, delivering you safely to the ground!
Your ideal base in tropical Far North Queensland is at Ramada Port Douglas. Located within driving distance to all these adventures and more, Ramada Port Douglas offers air-conditioned rooms and self-contained one and two-bedroom apartments in a beautiful rainforest setting.
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