The Great Barrier Reef is the longest and most extensive complex of coral reefs and islands in the world. Its value to the planet has ensured its inclusion on the World Heritage List.

From Port Douglas, 30 mins drive from Rainforest Retreat, you can travel by one of the many boats going daily to the Outer Reefs, and snorkel or scuba dive amongst the abundant marine life, including turtles, tropical fish of all colours and size and beautiful coral formations.

Or sail on an authentic Chinese junk to the idyllic coral cay island of Low Isles off Port Douglas and spend the afternoon swimming and snorkelling in the azure waters of the lagoon, sailing home during a dazzling tropical sunset.

If you seek a day of shopping, pampering, and dining, the boutique beachside resort town of Port Douglas is perfect. The Marina Mirage and downtown Macrossan Street have a collection of up market fashion boutiques, galleries and restaurants to explore, or maybe you would like to pamper yourself at one of the many day spas and natural therapy centres in Port Douglas.