Douglas Shire Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mossman Gorge, AUSTRALIA - 15 APRIL 2017: Mossman Gorge - river in Daintree National Park, Queensland, Australia
Aerial image of Thornton Beach located in the Cape Tribulation section of Daintree National Park, located in the tropical far north of Queensland, Australia.
PORT DOUGLAS, AUSTRALIA - 27 MARCH 2016. Rex Smeal Park in Port
Mossman Gorge Rapids
4 mile beach morning

Popular cities in Douglas Shire

Port Douglas
Port Douglas
Known for Beaches, Ports and Coral reefs
Once a small fishing village, this tropical northern town has many advantages and its easy access to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef is just one of them.

Reasons to visit

  • Macrossan Street
  • Four Mile Beach
  • Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina
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Cape Tribulation
Cape Tribulation
Known for Jungles, Rainforests and Beaches
Get away to tropical Cape Tribulation! Enjoy the rainforest, beaches and safaris.

Reasons to visit

  • Cape Tribulation
  • Myall Beach
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Daintree
Daintree
Known for Rivers, Bird watching and Small town
Find pristine rivers, fragrant native forest groves, stunning wildlife and ancient Aboriginal heritage hidden in one of Australia’s oldest surviving rainforests.

Reasons to visit

  • Daintree Village
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Daintree Cape Tribulation - sunny beach on Australian Coast in Queensland
Craiglie
Known for Friendly people, Ports and Beaches
Explore relaxing Craiglie: its spas, beaches, oceanfront and more!
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Aerial view of Tannum Sands and The Oaks Beach, Queensland
Oak Beach
Known for Beaches, Jungles and Nature
Like beaches and jungles? Get away to romantic Oak Beach!
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Diwan
Diwan
Known for Jungles, Rainforests and Wildlife
Escape to relaxing Diwan! Enjoy its rainforest and ecotourism.
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