Port Douglas - a bit of everything
May 6th 2009 12:04
I thought I'd break out from the Bali experiences and chat about Port Douglas first, as I saw an article on it in today's Sydney Morning Herald online:
Port Douglas, where the Daintree Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef
We went to Port Douglas for a quick 3 nights break about 2 days after I got back in Sydney from Bali (spoilt me, I know!) and I had a great time. It wasn't my first time in the tropical north Queensland, but it was indeed my first time in Port Douglas, and what a different place it was from Cairns and Townsville!
We stayed at Mantra Port Sea and didn't really had that great an impression. There seemed to be minimal staff and we had to wait ages to get any service from the ones that were working. The room though was fantastic and would be a great resort for those going in a group as 2-3 bedroom apartments are available. The pool runs through the property which was really nice and the place is also only about 5 mins walk from the beach.
Just one thing to note that tropical north Queensland during the Australian summer is infested with box jelly fish, so if you are going to go between the months from end of October to early April, make sure you get a stinger suit before going into the water. Most places will have them for hire.
Those looking to spend some time up that end of the country must pay a visit to the Daintree forest. In the introduction they said it was one of the oldest rainforests that still exist in this world. The thick, lush green range of vegetation expands out to the sea making the whole area a spectacular sight. If you don't have time to explore the area in depth, visit the Daintree Discovery Centre at least to learn more about the forests and this area in general.
Port Douglas is one of the gateways to the Great Barrier Reef, and I never miss a chance to dive at the reefs. For those wanting to experience it for the first time this is a good area to come to in Australia as waters are warm, and our bodies are the most comfortble in warm waters, which means less panic in the water if you have never dived before. You can get boats out to dive or snorkel sites, or you can get the Quicksilver connection to the outer reef centre and go on a glass bottom boat.
Otherwise, laze on the beach and enjoy the warm waters all year round. On Four Mile Beach there is a netted area to fend off the box jelly fish during summer so if you want to go for a dip make sure you get within the enclosure.
Port Douglas, where the Daintree Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef
Port Douglas town from above
We went to Port Douglas for a quick 3 nights break about 2 days after I got back in Sydney from Bali (spoilt me, I know!) and I had a great time. It wasn't my first time in the tropical north Queensland, but it was indeed my first time in Port Douglas, and what a different place it was from Cairns and Townsville!
Sunday markets near the marina
We stayed at Mantra Port Sea and didn't really had that great an impression. There seemed to be minimal staff and we had to wait ages to get any service from the ones that were working. The room though was fantastic and would be a great resort for those going in a group as 2-3 bedroom apartments are available. The pool runs through the property which was really nice and the place is also only about 5 mins walk from the beach.
Just one thing to note that tropical north Queensland during the Australian summer is infested with box jelly fish, so if you are going to go between the months from end of October to early April, make sure you get a stinger suit before going into the water. Most places will have them for hire.
Those looking to spend some time up that end of the country must pay a visit to the Daintree forest. In the introduction they said it was one of the oldest rainforests that still exist in this world. The thick, lush green range of vegetation expands out to the sea making the whole area a spectacular sight. If you don't have time to explore the area in depth, visit the Daintree Discovery Centre at least to learn more about the forests and this area in general.
Daintree National Park
Explore the Daintree Discovery Centre you never know what you'll find!
Port Douglas is one of the gateways to the Great Barrier Reef, and I never miss a chance to dive at the reefs. For those wanting to experience it for the first time this is a good area to come to in Australia as waters are warm, and our bodies are the most comfortble in warm waters, which means less panic in the water if you have never dived before. You can get boats out to dive or snorkel sites, or you can get the Quicksilver connection to the outer reef centre and go on a glass bottom boat.
Quicksilver's SilverSonic is the fastest and the most stable boat on the reef!
Otherwise, laze on the beach and enjoy the warm waters all year round. On Four Mile Beach there is a netted area to fend off the box jelly fish during summer so if you want to go for a dip make sure you get within the enclosure.
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