The top things to do in Palm Cove

Situated in Tropical North Queensland and sandwiched between Cairns and Port Douglas, Palm Cove is an attractive village with a relaxed seaside vibe, free from the overcrowding of many Australian tourist destinations. The peaceful environment is in close proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest making this destination a great springboard for once in a lifetime adventures. With a multitude of things to do from Cairns or Port Douglas, travellers can truly enjoy the best of both worlds from Palm Cove. Take part in endless reef tours or have a brief fling with remote North Queensland where you can get up close with the rainforest and wildlife of the Daintree and Cape Tribulation on numerous eco adventures. With the reef and rainforest at your doorstep, the only thing needed to complete your perfect Palm Cove itinerary is a browse through our range of activities.

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Great Barrier Reef + Green Island 1 Day Tour Combo by Great Adventures

4.7

The complete Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Tour Combo! Spend 2 hours on Green Island and 3 hours on the Outer Reef, that's 2 tours for the price of 1!

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Fitzroy Island Adventures Full Day Trip with Optional Lunch by Fitzroy Island Adventures

4.6

Enjoy a 45-minute Fitzroy Island Ferry to the pristine waters of Fitzroy Island Cairns with a full day trip with 6 hours on the island to roam and explore.

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Green Island Full Day Trip + Snorkelling OR Glass Bottom Boat by Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises

4.8

Enjoy a scenic cruise to the popular Green Island and spend hours exploring the beautiful coral cay with a full day cruise from Cairns departing at 9am.

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Fitzroy Island Full Day Package with Snorkelling Equipment and Glass Bottom Boat Tour by Sunlover Reef Cruises

5.0

Cruise to paradise aboard the Fitzroy Island Sundancer and spend a full day experiencing pristine beaches, lush rainforest and shallow coral reefs.

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Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Cruise to 2 Reef Locations by Down Under Cruise and Dive

4.7

Explore the best of the Great Barrier Reef both in & above the water with this great value full day cruise package from Cairns & visit several great sites!

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Quicksilver Port Douglas Pontoon by Quicksilver Cruises

4.8

Visit the iconic Great Barrier Reef’s outer regions on a Port Douglas Quicksilver Reef tour and discover a world of extraordinary beauty.

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Cairns Aquarium Entry Tickets by Cairns Aquarium

4.6

Visit Cairns Aquarium for the ultimate day out the whole family will love. Purchase tickets to the aquarium online to skip the queue upon entry.

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Green Island Full Day Trip + Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat by Great Adventures

4.9

Just 45 minutes from Cairns aboard a fast catamaran, you will find yourself a world away on Green Island, a 6000 year old coral cay.

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Great Barrier Reef Scenic Flight & Cruise Packages by Nautilus Aviation Cairns

4.5

Experience the Great Barrier Reef from above with a helicopter flight and up close on board luxury vessel, Evolution.

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1 Day Transfer to Fitzroy Island - Full Day by Sunlover Reef Cruises

4.0

Cruise to paradise aboard the Fitzroy Island Sundancer to experience pristine beaches, lush rainforest and shallow coral reefs with 6.5 hours on the island.

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Premium Great Barrier Reef Cruise to 3 Reef Locations by Silverswift

5.0

This luxury catamaran is designed for the thrill of diving & snorkelling, & is ready to whisk you away for a day of fun. Hotel transfers are not included.

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Fitzroy Island Adventures Half Day Trip with Optional Lunch by Fitzroy Island Adventures

4.4

A great trip if you are limited on time and don't mind a sleep in. Spend just over 2 hours on Fitzroy Island, still enough time to discover its beauty.

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon by Sunlover Reef Cruises

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Enjoy 4 hours exploring the Great Barrier Reef from an activity platform moored at Moore Reef, inclusive of lunch, snorkelling equipment and more..

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1 Day Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation and Bloomfield Track Tour by Billy Tea Safaris

4.9

This small and personalised 4WD tour to Cape Tribulation and the Daintree Rainforest will provide you with the tropical north QLD adventure of a lifetime!

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Kuranda Riverboat Cruise by Kuranda Riverboat

4.5

Cruise around one of the world's most ancient tropical rainforests with Kuranda Riverboat's scenic and informative water adventure.

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Cairns Jet Boat Ride by Bad Fishy

5.0

Grab your life jacket and strap yourself in for some high-speed fun in Cairns on this 35 minute jet boat adventure that combines thrills and sightseeing.

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Kuranda Koala Gardens, Birdworld and Butterfly Sanctuary 3 Attraction Pass by Kuranda Koala Gardens

4.6

Three enjoyable Kuranda wildlife attractions, one low price - what's not to love? Visit Koala Gardens, Birdworld & the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary!

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Barron River Half Day White Water Rafting Adventure by Foaming Fury

4.8

Enjoy a half day of fun on the Barron River with this exhilarating rafting adventure! Transfers to the rafting departure point are not included.

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