Queensland, your way
Posted 25 November, 2020
Alexis Buxton-Collins
From ancient rainforests to turquoise lagoons surrounded by glittering white beaches, Queensland is full of natural wonders.
Whether you want to dive right in or see the sights at a more relaxed pace, there’s something for every type of traveller. Simply choose your environment, then start exploring.
Beach
Like sparkling diamonds scattered across a turquoise background, the Whitsundays are the picture of a tropical paradise. There are 74 islands in total, boasting uninhabited national parks and seriously luxurious resorts. Surrounding waters are aquatic playgrounds where you can snorkel, sail and scuba dive until your heart’s content.
For couples
Plenty of hotels boast about their location, but it’s hard to beat a pontoon floating directly above the Great Barrier Reef. Spend the day exploring a colourful underwater world, then enjoy having the reef and brilliant night skies all to yourself.
Find out more and book through RAA today.
For families
See a different side of Queensland with a Whitsunday Paradise Explorer tour, exposing you to the rich culture of the Ngaro traditional owners through stories, rock art sites and traditional foods.
For solo travellers
Explore the northern end of the archipelago on a restored 63-foot wooden ketch. Stop along the way to snorkel and paddle on inflatable kayaks that let you discover secret spots along the shore.
Find out more and book through RAA today.
Rainforest
Visiting North Queensland’s Daintree is like wandering into another world where nature rules and man-made structures are dwarfed by ancient rainforest. Immerse yourself in an unspoiled environment full of hidden waterholes, roaming cassowaries and vegetation that reaches all the way down to the ocean.
For couples
Disappear into one of Daintree Ecolodge’s teetering treehouses. Enjoy a treatment at the spa, harnessing the onsite waterfall alongside a range of wild Australian botanicals.
For families
Swim in a secluded waterhole before cruising up the stunning Daintree River. Dinner will be served on the beach, where the rainforest meets the reef.
Find out more and book through RAA today.
For solo travellers
Venture deep into the rainforest by drifting with the current down a small (croc-free) creek where fish, turtles and kingfishers play beneath the ferns. Join a River Drift Snorkelling tour and let your aquatic adventure begin.
