Port Douglas - Where The Rainforest Meets The Reef

Port Douglas is just an hour's drive north of Cairns in Far North Queensland. A magical place where the emerald green tropical forest melts into the warm turquoise waters of the Coral Sea, Port Douglas, the only place where two prominent listed World Heritage sites coexist: the Great Barrier Reef and the rainforests of Daintree and Cape Tribulation. The ideal place to rest the timeout, pass Port Douglas is a tropical paradise, with a small and cozy sophisticated comfort. The warm waters of the coral reefs of the Coral Sea, the glorious palm fringed golden sands of Port Douglas Four Mile Beach and crystal clear streams of Mossman Gorge is the place to refresh, restore and revitalize your body and mind. Seductive, warm days slip easily into the tropical nights under a blanket of sky. The sights, sounds and tastes of "tropical environment are a feast for the senses, in the region inspiring.The array of beautiful nature and wildlife is impressive in Port Douglas has become increasingly aware of the value and uniqueness from their natural surroundings in the past ten years. As a result, products that are focused on ecotourism in the area of pristine tropical forest World Heritage, environment and marine ecosystems have become an important component of Port Douglas and Daintree tour industry. Ecotourism balances the needs of tourism and conservation, and has been called by Ecotourism Australia as the ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation . Ecotourism in Port Douglas offers an authentic experience of ecotourism. This includes interaction with local people, learning valuable information about the places visited, and leaving the lightest possible footprint on the environment as you move away. Port Douglas Tour operators are strongly committed to sustainable tourism and are authorized and accredited to carry out operations in national parks and other protected areas as sensitive. They have a high degree of local knowledge, local people use and supporting the local economy and community.There great potential for outdoor activities in Port Douglas, ranging from hiking and safari through the stunning Daintree and Cape Tribulation rainforests, horseback riding, rafting and river cruises, swimming, diving, snorkeling, fishing and Navigation on the reef and the inland waterways. The tours are available throughout the Daintree Cape Tribulation and beyond Mareeba wetlands, tropical highlands, Cairns and Kuranda. Other local attractions include many historical sites, markets, end week, classy restaurants, nightlife, a fruit winery, indigenous cultural experiences, 4WD adventure safaris, golf courses, spas, tours by seaplane airline, helicopter and balloon, and outdoor cinema and theater . At 140 million years, the Daintree National Park is the oldest forest of life on earth. The park is divided into three main areas, Daintree, Cape Tribulation and Mossman Gorge. Daintree National Park is located between Mossman Gorge and Daintree River, is known for its long stretch of tropical forest and is home to unique birds and crocodiles. Cape Tribulation is where the coral reef and tropical forest in the north meet to establish an overview of the Daintree River shore. The area is home to beaches and mangrove environments rich in wildlife watching. Mossman Gorge is a steep Mossman River valley with lush rainforest and crystal clear streams. A great place to watch birds and other wildlife. Visits Standing visit the Aboriginal Heritage cultural sites are provided by members of the Kuku Yalanji Mossman Gorge Community.