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Cairns Natural Attractions

Nothing beats exploring Mother Nature at its best through discovering different treasures and paradise hidden in the most secluded places in Cairns.

 

An adventure worth exploring for, this is what Cairns has to offer to all tourists and locals alike. In Cairns you can see different sorts of wildlife, waters, animals, flowers and numerous plants to make your eyes water.

 

What are you waiting for? Enjoy every minute you spend on each of the following Cairns natural attractions:

 

1.       Crystal Cascades

 

Crystal Cascades is one of Australia’s hidden paradise yet to be explored by locals and tourists. This is a great place to be for people who want to escape from the busy streets of the city.

 

It is surrounded with luscious greenery with a freshwater swimming hole located in a hidden part of the rainforest. Get mesmerized by various small waterfalls that flow towards large waters and pools surrounded by big rocks.

 

There are even picnic tables available within the area, giving visitors a place to relax and admire the beautiful views.

 

2.       Tinaroo Dam

 

Tinaroo Dam is a haven located in Tropical North of Queensland where you can enjoy various activities such as water skiing, fishing, wind surfing, camping, house boating, swimming and sailing.

 

Don’t forget to bring along your fishing rod to catch different varieties of fish in Lake Tinaroo.

 

3.       Curtain Fig Tree

 

Curtain Fig Tree is the most amazing tree that your eyes have set upon. It is a wondrous tree with a hundred years worth of natural history. It epitomizes how powerful nature can be.

 

The fig tree is result of strangler fig specie named Fichus virens. It has this curtain effect which is a result of a tree leaning against another in a 45-degree angle. Pass through the wooden boardwalk and you will have the chance to see everything on any angle.

 

4.       Daintree Rainforest

 

One of Australia’s most diverse and beautiful products of Mother Nature is the Daintree Rainforest. It houses a wide range of animals and plants that exist nowhere else on earth. All these and more are situated on a 1,200 sq. km. area which comprises the largest chunk of Australia’s tropical rainforest.

 

5.       Josephine Falls

 

Josephine Falls is considered as one of the most beautiful waterfalls found in Tropical North Queensland. It has been featured in various T.V. commercials. Visitors come and enjoy crystal clear waters and spend hours relaxing in this serenading place that nature has to offer.