Introduction
I’ve been to many tropical destinations, but Cairns is truly the best. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re looking to dive, explore the Great Barrier Reef or eat your way through town. Here are my top reasons why Cairns is the ultimate tropical destination:
You can swim with sharks
If you’re looking to swim with sharks, Cairns is the place to be. Shark cage diving is one of the most popular activities in town and it’s easy to see why: you get up close and personal with these beautiful creatures without putting yourself in danger. In fact, sharks are a part of our ecosystem and play an important role in maintaining it by eating smaller fish that could otherwise multiply out of control if left unchecked. They aren’t dangerous unless provoked (or hungry), so don’t worry about being attacked!
The best way for visitors who want more than just surface-level interaction with these animals is shark feeding tours with experts who know how best not only how best interact with them but also where they can find them off-shore near Cairns’ famous Great Barrier Reef Marine Park–which itself contains over 1,500 species
You can go diving
You can go diving in Cairns. The city is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, and as such, it’s home to some of the best scuba diving in Australia. In fact, Cairns has been voted one of the world’s best dive sites by National Geographic readers twice now–and with good reason! You’ll find everything from coral reefs and tropical fish to rarer marine life like sharks and manta rays within minutes of shore at places like Low Isles or Milln Reef. If you’re looking for something even more exotic than that (or if you’re just a beginner), then consider booking yourself onto one of these liveaboard trips where you can get certified under expert instructors before heading out onto deeper waters where more rare species thrive
You can explore the Great Barrier Reef
The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system in the world, with 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands. It’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which means it’s protected by law.
The best way to explore this natural wonder is by diving or snorkeling on its pristine waters. You can even take an underwater tour of nearby islands!
Cairns is the gateway to the Wild North
Cairns is a great place to explore tropical rainforests and coral reefs, which means you’ll have plenty of opportunities to see wildlife. It’s also a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, so you can enjoy these natural wonders as well.
Cairns may be known for its warm climate, but it does get cold there sometimes! The average temperature during winter months (June-September) hovers around 16 degrees Celsius (61 degrees Fahrenheit), with highs reaching 20 degrees Celsius (68 degrees Fahrenheit). If you don’t want to experience freezing temperatures during your trip–and who does?–then consider visiting between October and May when temperatures average 23 degrees Celsius (73 F).
It’s a foodie paradise
Cairns is known for its incredible food culture. Whether you’re looking for a fresh juice or a vegan meal, there are plenty of options in Cairns that will leave you feeling satisfied and full.
If burgers are your thing, then look no further than Burger Urge or Grill’d. Both offer gourmet burgers with fresh ingredients and great service–and if you’re feeling adventurous, try their milkshakes!
For those who prefer steak over burgers, why not try one from The Barnyard? This local restaurant offers delicious cuts of meat prepared in front of you on an open fire grill by chefs who know exactly how hot they need to cook it before serving it up on a plate with some sides (like baked potato wedges). You can also enjoy some live music while dining here!
It has the most dive sites in Australia.
Cairns is a great place to dive. With more than 300 dive sites and six shipwrecks, it has the most diving locations in Australia. Diving here can be done year-round thanks to warm waters and clear visibility that reaches up to 100 feet deep (30 meters).
There are many different types of diving available in Cairns including drift snorkeling, night dives and shark feeding programs — all within close proximity from each other! If you’re interested in learning how to scuba dive or just want an introduction before taking your certification test; there are plenty of places where you can do so!
Cairns is an amazing tropical destination.
It has many things to do and see, including the Great Barrier Reef, which is the world’s largest coral reef system. You can swim with sharks, go diving or explore the Great Barrier Reef on a luxury catamaran cruise with your family or friends!
In addition to being one of Australia’s most popular tourist destinations, Cairns has some incredible foodie offerings as well. It has been described as “the best place in Australia for Asian cuisine” by Lonely Planet and there are plenty of places where you can try authentic Thai curry or Vietnamese pho soup (if you’re feeling adventurous).
Conclusion
Cairns is truly one of the most amazing tropical destinations in the world. It has so much to offer, including diving with sharks, exploring the Great Barrier Reef and eating delicious food. If you’re looking for something new this year then why not consider visiting Cairns?
