marine life

Wild saltwater crocodile basking on Daintree River bank spotted on wildlife cruise Queensland`

Daintree River Crocodile Cruise: Wildlife Spotting Guide 

There’s something about seeing a wild crocodile that no zoo visit can replicate. One minute you’re watching mangroves drift past, the next your guide is…
Aerial view of Frankland Islands uninhabited coral reef islands Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Cairns

Frankland Islands Day Trip: What to Expect 

Most people planning a reef day trip from Cairns have heard of Green Island and Fitzroy Island. Fewer have heard of the Frankland Islands –…
Snorkelers swimming with sea turtle over coral reef at Fitzroy Island

Fitzroy Island snorkelling guide

Most people step off the ferry at Fitzroy Island, look at the water, and immediately want to get in. That instinct is spot on. The…
Giant Maori wrasse swimming over colorful coral reef in the Great Barrier Reef, surrounded by tropical fish

Great Barrier Reef marine life guide: meet the world below the surface

Put your face in the water at the right outer reef site on a clear Cairns morning, and the first thing that hits you is…
Aerial view of Great Barrier Reef with tour boat in clear turquoise water

Best time to visit the Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is one of those destinations that looks spectacular in photos taken in every month of the year – and the reality…
Great Barrier Reef

5 reasons to visit the Great Barrier Reef

Are you a passionate traveller seeking awe-inspiring adventures? If so, the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns should be on your travel radar. Spread over 2300…