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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise
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Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise
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Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day
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Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight
What to do in Cairns Beaches
Popular places to visit

Palm Cove Beach
Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure.

Clifton Beach
This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water.

Green Island National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Green Island National Park, a lovely green space in Green Island. Stroll along the beaches or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Nudey Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Nudey Beach during your trip to Fitzroy Island? Stroll along the beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the snorkelling spots.

Marineland Melanesia
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at Marineland Melanesia during your visit to Green Island. Discover the area's coral reefs and seek out the snorkelling spots.
Yorkeys Knob Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Yorkeys Knob Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cairns.
Trinity Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Trinity Beach during your trip to Cairns? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Kewarra Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Kewarra Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cairns. Amble around this family-friendly area's rainforests or seek out the golf courses.
Fitzroy Island National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Fitzroy Island National Park, a lovely green space in Fitzroy Island. Discover the area's coral reefs and bars.
Areas of Cairns Beaches

Palm Cove
Palm Cove is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Palm Cove Beach and Vie Spa Palm Cove, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Cairns.

Buchan Point
Though Buchan Point may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Palm Cove Beach and Clifton Village Shopping Centre.