Far North Queensland

Coral Reef - Photo and text courtesy of Tourism QLD

Tropical North Queensland is where the rainforest meets the reef. Few places on earth can boast such unique natural attractions with the Great Barrier Reef offering an underwater treasure trove of dazzling coral and sea life and superb tropical rainforests of the Daintree within easy reach.

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White water rafting on the Tully River - Photo courtesy of Tourism QLD
Mossman Gorge - Photo courtesy of Tourism QLD
Rainforest meets the Reef - Photo courtesy of Tourism QLD

Climate

Max temperatures of 40°C in summer and 30°C in winter. Humidity around 70% all year round. Highest rainfall end of January and February.

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Cocos (Keeling) Island - Neville Coleman's Wildlife GuideCocos (Keeling) Island - Neville Coleman's Wildlife Guide
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Clownfish

Clownfish

Reef Scene

Reef Scene

Articles

To Catch a Tiger by the Tail - By Richard FitzpatrickTo Catch a Tiger by the Tail - By Richard Fitzpatrick

by Tim Hochgrebe

Hanging onto the dorsal fin of a tiger shark as it swims is a truly awesome experience. Feeling the immense power and strength of these animals is incredible.
No Barriers at Great BarrierNo Barriers at Great Barrier

by nickT

As I am sure, you are probably aware Queensland started off February with a Category 5 tropical Cyclone a mere week after the floods in Brisbane. They called it the storm of the century with good reason....
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