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WHETHER YOU’RE LOOKING TO DO PLENTY, OR NOTHING AT ALL, HAMILTON ISLAND IS THE ULTIMATE GETAWAY.

Perfectly located in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, Hamilton Island is nestled amongst the 74 Whitsunday Islands. There are more than enough activities on Hamilton Island to keep you entertained, from snorkelling the reef to scenic helicopter flights or a round of golf. And believe us, after all that you’ll be hungry. Which is great, for when it comes to food and wine Hamilton Island has an endless array of dining options.

The 4-Star Reef View Hotel features extremely spacious, well-appointed rooms all with private balconies overlooking either landscaped gardens on the breathtaking vista of the Coral Sea. The hotel has its own swimming pool, lounge, restaurant, concierge and tour desk, and complimentary guest access to the Hamilton Island Sports Club.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24

Garden View Room £338

Coral Sea View Room £364

Reef Suite £605

Extra Person £49

These famous island-style bungalows have always been popular with visitors, especially small families and couples. You’re at one with nature in a Palm Bungalow. In fact, being in a tropical garden, nature literally surrounds you. Romantic and affordable, the Palm Bungalows are bright, airy and beautifully appointed. They feature a king size bed and single divan, air conditioning and a ceiling fan, a spacious, crisp white bathroom with new fittings, basin and walk-in shower, and importantly a smart, expanded kitchenette complete with microwave, bar fridge, plus tea and coffee-making facilities. Perfect for occasional in-room entertaining and meals.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24 Palm Bungalow £358

With an incredible beachfront location and impeccable service, the recently refurbished Beach Club offers the ultimate romantic island holiday experience. Set in landscaped tropical gardens, all 57 rooms face directly onto Catseye Beach, and each with their own private courtyard or balcony. Exclusive guest facilities include a restaurant, lounge, bar and infinity-edge pool. Breakfast daily is included.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24

Beach Club £683

Beach Club does not cater for guests under the age of 18 years

4 NIGHT SNORKEL & EXPLORE EXPERIENCE

Here’s a great way to experience one of the Natural Wonders of the World. Spend a full day exploring the Great Barrier Reef, home to some of the most amazing marine life ever seen on the planet.

This package includes four nights’ accommodation, buffet breakfast daily, Full Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Adventure with Explore Group, plus complimentary use of non-motorised watersports, gym, spa, sauna and tennis courts, and return airport transfers.

Per Room for 2 People From Apr 23 - Mar 24

Palm Bungalow £1,674

Garden View Room (Reef View Hotel) £1,604

Coral Sea View Room (Reef View Hotel) £1,698

Beach Club £2,818

Experience Australia’s most iconic private island resort

Welcome to a secluded paradise of serenity and breathtaking beauty. Surrounded by verdant cliffs, crescent-shaped white beach and celestial-blue sea, InterContinental Hayman Island Resort will immerse guests in a world of five-star luxury and island wonders beyond their imagination.

From the moment guests step off their seaplane, helicopter or luxury yacht, they’ll discover an idyllic destination of privacy and pampering; where diving the Great Barrier Reef, swimming in their private pool, sailing the Coral Sea, indulging in culinary artistry and personalised spa treatments are just a few of the many experiences that await.

The resort offers 182 elegantly appointed and recently renovated rooms across four distinct accommodation wings including 12 Beachfront Pavilions launched in September 2022. All rooms and suites feature a private balcony or terrace, air conditioning, TV, Wifi, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and daily room service. Families will love the Three Bedroom Hayman Suite, the Three Bedroom Beach House, and the luxurious Four Bedroom Hayman Residences.

Indulge in one of four restaurants and bars alongside a bespoke collection of destination-inspired private dining experiences. Resort facilities include 24-hour room service, two pools, private beach, fitness centre, spa, 4 tennis courts, 2 squash courts, concierge desk.

Per Room From Apr - Dec 23 Jan - Mar 24

King Classic Room £421 £421

Premium Lagoon Ocean View Room £529 £481

One Bedroom Suite Pool View £819 £774

One Bedroom Suite Pool Access £876 £831

One Bedroom Beachfront Pavilion £847 £1,798

Two Bedroom Pool Suite Ocean View £1,611 £1,565

CAIRNS Park Regis City Quays

Park Regis City Quays invites you to discover Cairns by providing the ultimate base for your stay, with the Esplanade, harbour forsehore, night markets and Marlin Marina merely a short stroll away. Relax and unwind in our modern hotel, one and two bedroom apartments all with air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi up to 1GB daily and large balconies for apartment units.

Per Room From AprJun 23 JulOct 23 Nov 23Mar 24

Executive Hotel Room £102 £131 £102

Executive One Bedroom £134 £163 £134

Executive Two bedroom £220 £278 £220

Holiday Inn Cairns Harbourside

Surrounded by lush tropical parklands and boasting breathtaking ocean views, this hotel offers 173 nicely appointed rooms and suites, each with its own private balcony. Guests can also enjoy a range of hotel amenities and services, including our newly launched Harbourside Bar & Kitchen, swimming pool and whirlpool, 24-hour room service, 24-hour business hub, 24-hour offsite multi-level gymnasium, free shuttle bus to the city centre and free wireless standard internet.

Per Room From AprJun 23 JulOct 23 Nov 23Mar 24

Standard Room £119 £143 £119

Seaview Room £135 £159 £135

Premium Room £151 £176 £151

CAIRNS Rydges Esplanade

The Cairns Esplanade Resort is a short walk to the Cairns Lagoon, Muddy's Playground and Cairns Boardwalk to Great Barrier Reef Departure Points/Reef Fleet Terminal. Hotel facilities include 24 hour Reception, three lagoon pools, tennis courts, Fitness room, restaurant, room service, bar, vending machines, conference/event facilities, on-site car parking (fee applies), guest laundry (fee applies) and complimentary WIFI. All rooms air-conditioned with step out balcony, small fridge (no mini bar), views of Coral Sea or the surrounding mountains.

Per Room From AprJul 23 JulOct 23 Nov 23 - Mar 24

Standard Room £229 £305 £229

Mountain View Room £248 £324 £248

CAIRNS Bay Village Tropical Retreat & Apartments

A boutique style hotel, centrally located in Cairns only a short walk to the esplanade. The Balinese themed low-rise property is nestled in tropical gardens and boasts an award winning Balinese restaurant. Guests will experience the warm hospitality that we believe is the secret to the popularity of the resort.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24

Standard Room £98

Studio Room £116 One Bedroom Suite £126

CAIRNS Oaks Cairns Hotel

Oaks Cairns Hotel is ideally located on Cairns Esplanade, just minutes away from the new Esplanade dining precinct, Cairns CBD and Cairns Convention Centre. An ideal choice for travellers looking for a comfortable stay in the city, the brand new property offers modern rooms and facilities, including a rooftop bar and restaurant with panoramic views.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24

Hotel Internal Room £112

Hotel Executive Room £135

CAIRNS Pacific Hotel Cairns

The Pacific Hotel Cairns has the best 4 star location, on the Esplanade overlooking Trinity Harbour. It is opposite the major departure point to the Great Barrier Reef, casino and central shopping. A Brazilian-inspired restaurant and bar is onsite. Facilities include free wifi, parking onsite (Subject to fees & availability), pool, guest lounge, daily buffet breakfast and restaurant and bar.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24

Standard Room £143

Superior Room £158

Executive Room £176

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CAIRNS Vision Cairns Esplanade

Mantra Trilogy on the Cairns Esplanade overlooks all of the great attractions and activity of the waterfront. Positioned right in the CBD amongst restaurants, the Reef Casino, Mall and the lagoon, you'll enjoy stunning views from your Hotel Room or Apartment. Chill out on the pool deck overlooking the ocean, cook up a barbeque on the resort lawns, or have an invigorating workout in the gymnasium.

Per Room From AprJun 23 JulOct 23 Nov 23Mar 24

Hotel Ocean View Room £219 £325 £219

One Bedroom £250 £370 £250

Two Bedroom £398 £600 £398

Located only 1,5h drive from Cairns, Castaways Resort & Spa is ideally positioned absolute beachfront and with only 50m to Mission Beach Village. Featuring Drift Day Spa, Bibesia Bar & Restaurant, Palms Event centre and 4 star accommodation - all with private balconies and magnificent views over the Coral Sea and Dunk Island.

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Atherton

Self

Contained

Wake up to stunning Cairns Esplanade and Ocean Views from the luxury self-contained 2 bedroom or 3 bedroom apartments and enjoy all the convenience of a City Central hotel with a relaxed resort feel. 7 minutes from the Cairns airport and a short drive to Palm Cove and Port Douglas, this property is the perfect base for your Cairns adventure.

Per Room From AprOct 23 Nov 23Mar 24

Two Bedroom Standard £244 £214

Two Bedroom Deluxe £268 £244

TRINITY BEACH Coral Sand Beach Resort

Coral Sands Beachfront Resort is perfectly located right on the Esplanade facing the beach and only 15 minutes north of Cairns International Airport. Set on two acres of tropical gardens and opposite Trinity Beach the resort features a large lagoon style swimming pool, 2 BBQ areas, tour desk and a beachfront licensed restaurant. Min 3 Night stay required

23 -

Jun 23 Jul

Apr -

24 Beachfront Resort Room £189 £200 £189 Beachfront

TABLELANDS Rose Gums Wilderness Retreat

£203

Rose Gums offers luxury private pole and timber treehouses featuring spa-baths & fireplaces in the Cairns Highlands, adjoining World Heritage listed Wooroonooran National Park in the foothills of Mt Bartle Frere, Queensland’s highest mountain. This eco-tourist accredited retreat, with its own resident wildlife, rainforest streams, waterfall and bushwalks, is an ideal getaway for couples and families.

Per Room From AprJun 23 JulNov 23 Dec 23Mar 24

Studio Tree House £262 £292 £262

Two Bedroom Tree House £301 £336 £301

GREEN ISLAND Green Island Resort

Per Room From AprJun 23 JulAug 23 Sep 23Mar 24

One Bedroom £131 £165 £131

Two Bedroom £159 £186 £159

Three Bedroom £195 £241 £195

Hotel Self Contained Resort Self Contained

PALM COVE Reef House Resort & Spa

Located just 25 minutes north of Cairns in the secluded Palm Cove, an upscale boutique beachfront experience awaits guests at The Reef House Boutique Hotel & Spa Palm Cove. The resort offers a warm, personalised service and Boutique Tropical Escapes including a range of luxury inclusions and signature experiences. The adults only, Reef House is the perfect getaway for couples seeking romantic bliss or simply a holiday in sheer relaxation.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24 Brigadier Room £456 Verandah Room £505

Lodge Resort

Your experience begins with a 45 minutes cruise from Cairns aboard one of Great Adventures’ modern catamarans. The check–in counter is located at the Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal and transfers are included.

Green Island Resort offers a number of room styles for our guests: the spacious Island Suites or the ultimate in island luxury the Reef Suite Room. Resort guests have access to A wide range of complimentary activities are included in your stay. These include snorkelling, glass bottom boat tour, most non-motorised beach equipment and a host of guided activities with our resident Activities officer.

Per Room From Apr 23 - Mar 24

Island Suite with Transfers £509

Reef Suite with Transfers £570

The prices in this brochure are intended as a guide only. Studio and 1 Bedroom based in 2 people, 2 Bedroom 1-4 people unless otherwise stated. Children stay free with adults when utilising existing bedding. If a rollway is required, an extra person rate will be charged. Rates may be subject to surcharges and minimum night stays during special events.

FITZROY ISLAND Fitzroy Island Resort

Fitzroy Island is an unspoilt tropical paradise of rainforest and beaches within the calm sheltered waters of the Great Barrier Reef. Fitzroy Island is a National Park, discover spectacular walking trails, abundant marine life and local wildlife.

Located 45 minutes from Cairns in Tropical North Queensland, Fitzroy Island is easily reached by regular transfers on the air-conditioned Fitzroy Flyer.

Per Room From Apr - Jun 23 Jul - Oct 23 Nov 23 - Mar 24

Resort Studio £113 £137 £112

Island Suite £204 £253 £204

Two Bedroom Island Suite £287 £351 £287

Adult

Kuranda Packages

Experience the contrast of the region’s oldest railway and the world’s most beautiful Cableway, knowing that we have taken care of all the details with our Kuranda Boarding Pass. Tjapukai is our first stop, including lunch and an Indigenous guide for the morning. Experience Wet Tropics Rainforest with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, before some free time in Kuranda. Avoid the ticketing lines before boarding the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail, our Kuranda Boarding Pass ensures you will have preferential seating. Gold Class upgrade available on Kuranda Scenic Rail – ask for details. Kuranda, Rail & Skyrail: • Pre allocated preferential seating on Kuranda Scenic Railway • Free time in Kuranda • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway • Return Hotel Transfers

Operated by Down Under Tours

Adult Child (4-14 yrs)

Kuranda, Rail & Skyrail from Cairns/Northern Beaches (KQS) £107 £56

Kuranda, Rail & Skyrail from Port Douglas (PKQS) £117 £61

CAIRNS WILDLIFE DOME & ZOOM

Cairns ZOOM & Wildlife Dome is the world’s first Challenge Ropes Course in a wildlife park, situated in the Cairns City on the rooftop of the Reef Hotel Casino. Experience adventure at varying heights and levels of difficulty on the Mid-ZOOM and Hi-ZOOM courses, with 65 elements of crossings and ziplines – including one which takes you directly over our 4.3 metre saltwater crocodile! The PowerJump is a free-fall adventure with a 13m drop, whilst the DomeClimb offers spectacular views of the city, the Coral Sea and surrounding landscapes. The Pirate Climb and Commando Rope Climb are designed to challenge and are not for the faint hearted. Be educated about and interact with native wildlife, with daily shows and presentations. Guests can meet various birds, reptiles and marsupials and can even have their photo taken with a koala!

Operated by Cairns Wildlife Dome Zoom

Adult Child (4-16 yrs)

Wildlife Entry £18 £11

ZOOM & 2 Activities £38 £27

4 Park Pass £70 £42

CAPE TRIBULATION, DAINTREE AND MOSSMAN GORGE

Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation, through some of the oldest rainforest in the world ... Included is an hour Daintree River Cruise to spot local wildlife, Alexandra lookout, delicious tropical lunch set amongst the rainforest, and a walk on famous Cape Tribulation Beach. Also enjoy a driver/guided tour with an Indigenous presentation & afternoon tea at the Mossman Gorge Centre to learn about the local Kuku Yalanji people before returning home. Departs: Daily 6.45am – 6.30pm

Operated by Down Under Tours

Adult Child (4-14 yrs)

From Cairns/Northern Beaches £158 £106

Scenic Reef Flight

Welcome to the Cairns & Great Barrier Reef region - where Rainforest meets the Reef. This is the only place on earth where two World Heritage Listed icons exist side by side - Australia’s Great Barrier Reef & Wet Tropical Rainforest. The sheer scale and beauty of these incredible natural assets simply has to be seen from the air with Nautilus Aviation! Witness a vast panorama of sprawling coral reefs, tropical islands and sand cays merging seamlessly into lush rainforest covered mountains housing vast river systems and spectacular seasonal waterfalls with breathtaking views as far as the eye can see.

Operated by Nautilus Aviation

Adult Child (4-14 yrs)

30 Min Scenic Flight £243 £243

Daintree Dreaming

This fun, exclusive tour allows you to join in a real Aboriginal cultural experience, combining pristine natural beauty of the World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park. A day you will never forget! Travel to Cooya Beach north of Port Douglas and meet with the Kubirri Warra brothers who follow the traditions of their ancestors. This special place is a traditional fishing ground of the Kuku Yalanji.

Barron River Rafting

The Barron River is perfect for anyone who has never tried White Water Rafting or those looking for an afternoon of fun and excitement. Your guide will take you on an eco-adventure through the Barron Gorge national park aboard your 8 person inflatable raft, tackling grade 2 and 3 rapids including the infamous Rooster Tail where an action photo will be taken. Plus you'll get the chance to try raft surfing (dependent on water levels)

Operated by Raging Thunder Adventures

Per Person

Half Day Barron River Rafting £85

This unique coastal place has three diverse ecosystems – beach, mangroves and coastal reef – that are connected to each other by the every changing mudflats and tidal lagoons. The brothers teach their guests how to throw a spear and demonstrate how to search and hunt for fish, mud crabs and mussels. Learn about bush tucker and medicines before enjoying a homemade damper and the catch of the day. Enjoy and share in an authentic Aboriginal art experience with a local artist. Learn about the Dreamtime, animals and stories of country of the Aboriginal people of the Mossman region. Enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking the Mossman River and rainforest at Silky Oaks Lodge. The Niau Falls are a pristine natural wonder, and your guided rainforest walk will unlock the secrets of this fascinating ecosystem with time for a swim in this magical rainforest environment.

Includes: Return transfers, guided rainforest walk, Aboriginal coastal walk, morning tea, picnic lunch and an exclusive visit to Niau Falls. Departs: From Cairns, Northern Beaches & Port Douglas - Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 7am – 6.30pm.

Operated by Adventure North Australia

Adult Child (3-14 yrs)

Full Day Tour from Cairns/Northern Beaches £187 £168

Marine World Outer Reef Cruise

Travel by luxury catamaran to the Marine World Outer Reef activity platform located on the premium outer edge. Snorkel, Dive or stay dry and climb aboard the semi-submersible, glass bottom boat or visit the underwater viewing observatory. Marine World is perfectly suited for all ages and swimming abilities. Best of all, they are Proudly Australian Owned! Departs: Daily from Cairns at 9am – 5pm

Operated by Reef Magic Cruises

Adult Child (4-14 yrs)

Marine World Outer Reef Cruise £176 £91

Day Trip To The Great Barrier Reef

Experience the Great Barrier Reef on a day trip from Cairns. Whether you’re a snorkeller, first time diver or certified diver, you’ll spend a magical day with Divers Den

Discover the marine wonderland of the outer Great Barrier Reef, just a 90-minute boat trip from Cairns. We’ll spend five hours at the reef and visit two stunning dive sites. These are expertly chosen from our exclusive moorings on the Norman, Saxon and Hastings reefs to bring you the best quality conditions and diverse marine life, from colourful corals to inquisitive Nemos, turtles, stingrays and giant Maori Wrasse

Operated by Divers Den

Adult Child (4-14 yrs)

AquaQuest Day Trip with Snorkelling £146 £103

AquaQuest Day Trip with 1 Introductory Dive £188 -

AquaQuest Day Trip with 2 Certified Dives with Full Equipment £188 -

Frankland Island Cruise

The Great Barrier Reef's Frankland Islands are a pristine archipelago located 10km offshore, about 45km south-east of Cairns. The group consists of five continental islands: Normanby, High, Russell, Round and Mabel. Together they form part of the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. All the islands are uninhabited and surrounded by healthy fringing reefs, full of hard and soft corals, giant clams, schools of fish, turtles, octopus and more. Dugongs, manta rays and whales have been sighted here.

INCLUSIONS: Transfers, Mulgrave River cruise, Guided snorkel tour, Adventure snorkel safari, Guided island walk, All snorkelling equipment, Use of kayaks & paddleboards, Buffet lunch, Morning & afternoon tea, Protection suit (Nov-Apr).

Operated by Frankland Island Adult Child

CAIRNS HARBOUR & DINNER CRUISE

A calm water Dinner Cruise is the perfect way to end a perfect day in paradise. Set sail on a luxury catamaran for an evening of fabulous dining and the best waterfront views in Cairns. A welcome drink, live entertainment, delicious buffet dinner with seafood, and stunning city light views are yours to enjoy on this 2.5 hour cruise.

Operated by Spirit of Cairns

Adult Child (4-14 yrs)

Dinner Cruise £73 £42

CAIRNS PREMIER REEF & ISLAND TOURS

Ocean Free sail to Great Barrier Reef and Green Island – offering 25 guests a sail, snorkel, dive , reef and island experience all in the one day with authentic sailing on way home with 4 and ½ hrs to spend between the reef and Green Island.

Ocean Freedom Cruise to Outer Edge Upolu Reef and Upolu Cay Reef – small group , fast and comfortable offering 2 unique Great Barrier reef sites with 6hr of unrushed actual reef time with complimentary Adventure Drift Snorkel and Glass Bottom Boat tours during the day.

Operated by Ocean Free & Freedom Cruises Adult Child Sail to Green Island £143 £104

Upolu Cay & Reef Cruise £143 £104

3, 4, & 7 DAY LIVEABOARD DIVE EXPEDITIONS

The Spirit of Freedom dive vessel visits the remote northern Great Barrier Reef and Coral Sea reefs. The 37 metre vessel offers spacious en-suite cabins, every comfort on board, and exceptional service. Marine encounters include the Potato Cod feed, Minke Whales in season, and the shark dive at Osprey Reef. Minimum child age is 10 years.

Operated by Spirit of Freedom Diver Snorkeller

3 Day Cod Hole Double/twin share cabin from £1,589 £1,506

4 Day Coral Sea Double/twin share cabin from £2,039 £1,930

7 Day Cod Hole & Coral Sea Double/twin share cabin from £3,183 £2,991

Within easy walking distance of downtown Port Douglas & 4 Mile Beach, all apts have been designed with an emphasis on spaciousness & value with cable TV & large balconies. Bay Villas features 2 swimming pools, BBQ’s, spa, & free broadband internet at reception. 2 Night minimum applies.

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