Port Douglas | Rainforest and Ocean Adventures at the Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef

Port Douglas is located approx. 70 km north of Cairns in Queensland, Australia, where two UNESCO World Heritage Sites meet—the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. This coastal town is famous for Four Mile Beach and boasts Australia's oldest tropical rainforest and the world's largest coral reef ecosystem. Once thriving during the 1885 gold rush, it's now a premier eco-resort destination. ⛺【Must-Visit Spots】 Four Mile Beach: Crescent-shaped white sand beach, perfect for horseback riding in the surf and sunrise yoga Mossman Gorge: Heart of the Daintree Rainforest, featuring Indigenous cultural tours Sunday Market: Handicraft market at the seaside park (every Sunday, 8:00–14:00) Harrisons Restaurant: Award-winning cliffside dining, famous for mud crab with mango salad Great Barrier Reef Departure Point: Less crowded and more pristine reef tours compared to Cairns 🛬【Travel Tips】 Recommended Duration: 3 days & 2 nights (5 days for in-depth exploration) Classic Itinerary: Day 1: Mossman Gorge rainforest hike → Sunset at Four Mile Beach Day 2: Great Barrier Reef day trip (Quicksilver recommended) Day 3: Sunday Market → Kayaking at Palm Cove Best Season: May–October (dry season, ideal water temperature) 🏨【Accommodation Guide】 Luxury Picks: Shangri-La Resort: The only hotel with a private coral reef Thala Beach Nature Reserve: Eco-friendly treehouse villas Budget-Friendly Options: Port Douglas Retreat: Apartment-style hotel steps from the beach Dougies Backpackers: A "five-star" hostel experience 🧡【Pro Tips】 Essentials: Stinger suit (jellyfish season: November–May) Transport: Renting a car from Cairns Airport is most convenient (1-hour drive) Unique Experience: Nighttime rainforest firefly tour (Daintree Eco Tours) Dining Note: Book restaurants in advance, especially on weekends