The Tropical North Queensland region is a bastion of natural delights, where visitors can revel in stunning surrounds made up of sprawling rainforest, pristine beaches, and a collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Covering 54% of Queensland’s area, the tropical region encompasses a range of incredible activities that keep visitors coming back for more. Included are the cities of Mackay, Townsville, and Cairns, as well as the postcard-perfect islands of the Torres Strait. This handful of cities divulge a more urban smattering of scenery, where bars, restaurants, galleries, and city parks are the name of the game – a stark contrast to the lush rainforest landscape that surrounds them.

But the star of the show in Tropical North Queensland is the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world’s most iconic natural attractions. Comprising the Wet Tropics, this region promises a heady array of underwater adventures, as well as sailing, swimming, and other adrenalin-pumping activities.

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