Port Douglas is a lovely holiday spot about 70 kilometers north from Cairns on the coast of Queensland, Australia. The main tourist season is between the months of May and September. The region offers sightseeing and outdoor activities exploring the beaches, the Great Barrier Reef and The Daintree Rainforest. Beach resorts, spas and seafood restaurants are found here in Port Douglas, and those who choose to rent a car can roam the region at their leisure.
Many types of water sports are offered here in the port area like sailing, snorkelling and kite surfing. The Low Islets and other places offer fantastic coral reef habitats. Tours take guests out to various sections of the vast Great Barrier Reef.
Travelling to this seaside town to stay on holiday, those who have the freedom to drive about as they please with their car hire have exciting options of places to go with things to do and see like the following:
Bally Hooey – A historic train, the Bally Hooey still runs. This steam engine operates every Sunday.
Golfing – Port Douglas has some incredible golf courses. Visitors can try out public and resort courses around the town. Individuals and groups can enjoy a round or more of golf together.
Restaurants and Dinner Entertainment – People can visit the wide range of restaurants and eateries. Dinners with live entertainments and theatres are available.
St. Mary’s by the Sea – This small chapel is a historic icon. Built in 1911, the chapel is often used for wedding ceremonies. Over the altar is a large picture-window view of the ocean.
The Wildlife Habitat – On Port Douglas Road, this park features immersion exhibits. The animals are housed in spacious quarters that are habitats in which they can freely move around and live as they do in the wild. People enter the habitats to experience close-up time with the wild creatures.
Rex Smeal Park – Strolling at the park, visitors can bring a meal and eat on the private beach on the right side of the park property. Local markets are nearby for fresh produce and picnic food.
The Port Douglas Experience
Ocean breezes, white sand and tall palm trees make staying at this destination a paradise experience. With plenty of sightseeing and activity options in the surrounding region, those who have the advantage of a car hire can travel about at their leisure and enjoy the things they want to do. The resorts and restaurants are fabulous, but the great outdoors have much to offer at Port Douglas.