 Tim Berkel, He has won the Port Douglas Long Course in extreme conditions. Go Timmy. Insiders tip, he may be a namsy pamsy pretty boy, but he goes hard and has won over the distance twice. |
 Matty White, He has participated in the Port Douglas Long Course, but the course won.. Yet again I had to be a smart arse, sorry Matty. You know we love ya.. |
CAPE TRIBULATION - Image courtesy of Billy Tea Safaris - See Below
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Hi all,
I have attached a bunch of amazing deals for athletes and thier families so that you can get out and about in our magnificent region. So guys, get of ya buts and see some of the place.
After all, you selfish buggers who have been training ya clackers off need to be a tad unselfish now and take the wifes, boyfriends, girlfriends, partners or whatever you want to call em out and about for enduring relentless months of your crap :-) ha ha
Feel free to pass the password onto anyone who may be interesed!
Many other options are also available on this site. www.yourtourdesk.com
If you have any questions at all please send me an email or fill in the contact form below.
If you are a tour operator and want to get on this page please send me an email to see if you qualify.
I have attached a bunch of amazing deals for athletes and thier families so that you can get out and about in our magnificent region. So guys, get of ya buts and see some of the place.
After all, you selfish buggers who have been training ya clackers off need to be a tad unselfish now and take the wifes, boyfriends, girlfriends, partners or whatever you want to call em out and about for enduring relentless months of your crap :-) ha ha
Feel free to pass the password onto anyone who may be interesed!
Many other options are also available on this site. www.yourtourdesk.com
If you have any questions at all please send me an email or fill in the contact form below.
If you are a tour operator and want to get on this page please send me an email to see if you qualify.
Sail Tallarook (half day) - Low Isles - Great Barrier Reef - SAVE 30%
ONLY $77.00 per Adult and $59.50 per child - Ex Port Douglas
We have redefined the way in which the Great Barrier Reef is visited, your time on Tallarook will be truly unforgettable. Her sheer size and strength provides a huge amount of deck space and an effortless comfortable ride. The covered lounge and deck area, allows for plenty of shade on those hot sunny days. There is the opportunity to do as much or as little as you wish, we have not created just a tour, but an experience and vessel that is as individual and unique as the reef itself.
Low Isles is an unspoilt inner patch reef composed of small coral cay and is located 15km north of Port Douglas. Comprising 150 species of hard corals, 15 species of soft corals and a large variety of fish as well as green turtles, it is idyllic for both snorkelling and introductory dives.
Sail the Great Barrier Reef out of beautiful Port Douglas with Tallarook.
We have redefined the way in which the Great Barrier Reef is visited, your time on Tallarook will be truly unforgettable. Her sheer size and strength provides a huge amount of deck space and an effortless comfortable ride. The covered lounge and deck area, allows for plenty of shade on those hot sunny days. There is the opportunity to do as much or as little as you wish, we have not created just a tour, but an experience and vessel that is as individual and unique as the reef itself.
Low Isles is an unspoilt inner patch reef composed of small coral cay and is located 15km north of Port Douglas. Comprising 150 species of hard corals, 15 species of soft corals and a large variety of fish as well as green turtles, it is idyllic for both snorkelling and introductory dives.
Sail the Great Barrier Reef out of beautiful Port Douglas with Tallarook.
Billy Tea Safaris - Daintree Rainforest - SAVE 30%
ONLY $126.00 per adult and $91.00 per child - EX Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas
Billy Tea Safaris is a small locally owned tour operator, which operates small personalised tours with custom built 4WD vehicles, and your naturalist guides have extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, history of the area and aboriginal culture, which will ensure you day will be a memory of a life time.
Your day begins with being meet by your accredited guide at your accommodation Cairns CBD area from 6.50am – 7.15am, Northern Beaches from 7.20am and Port Douglas area from 8.20am, and after introductions, we drive north along the scenic coastal route along the Captain Cook Highway learning about the history of the area and admiring spectacular views of the coast line and Coral Sea. Our first stop is at the Majestic Daintree River for Morning Tea before enjoying an informative guided River Cruise on the Daintree River. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and endemic wildlife, this is nature at its best!
From here we ascend the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage, Wet Tropics, and Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. Experience the rainforest intimately on one of our guided elevated National Park Boardwalks. Accurate interpretations of flora and fauna will be given with ample time for photographs and questions as we search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this particular habitat.
We now make our way to Lync Haven which is an animal refuge centre where you have the opportunity to hand feed a kangaroo get up close to some of Australia’s wildlife, see “Boris” the crocodile, and enjoy delicious gourmet barbecue lunch with freshly prepared salads in a beautiful rainforest setting restaurant, (we also cater for vegetarians and other dietary requirements upon notification) enjoy a cold drink from the bar. Our tour does a little more.
It takes us beyond the famous Daintree Tea Plantation, past spectacular mountains and through spectacular World Heritage Rainforest as we pass Cape Tribulation and continue along the 4WD Bloomfield Track through to pristine Emmagen Creek. Billy Tea Safaris is the only tour operator that goes to this secret Jewel in the Rainforest, and now it is time for a refreshing rainforest stream swim, in crystal clear freshwaters and without the crowds of people.
Seek fish and turtles in the creek, butterflies and exotic birds in the trees and indulge in a feast of exotic tropical fruits, a complimentary glass of wine and sample a cup of traditional Billy Tea, all of which enhance the tranquil surroundings.
We then make our way to Cape Tribulation Beach after most of the crowds are gone, there is a little time to swim in the Coral Sea (seasonal) or stroll along the beach and boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef'
Time permitting we stop at Daintree’s hidden secret, the Daintree Ice Cream Factory. Your taste buds will be tantalized with exotic tropical fruit home made ice cream. Sample unique flavours, such as Black Sapote, Soursop, Wattle Seed, Jackfruit, and Coconut just to name a few. All the fruits used to make the ice cream have been locally grown on the property and for $5.00 you can taste up to four different flavours.
After a short afternoon refreshment stop, we cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and begin our homeward journey somewhat wiser for our 'Total Rainforest Experience'.
Arriving back at your hotel accommodation approx Port Douglas 5.30pm, Northern Beaches approx 6.00pm, Cairns CBD Area approx 6.30pm.
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Billy Tea Safaris is a small locally owned tour operator, which operates small personalised tours with custom built 4WD vehicles, and your naturalist guides have extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, history of the area and aboriginal culture, which will ensure you day will be a memory of a life time.
Your day begins with being meet by your accredited guide at your accommodation Cairns CBD area from 6.50am – 7.15am, Northern Beaches from 7.20am and Port Douglas area from 8.20am, and after introductions, we drive north along the scenic coastal route along the Captain Cook Highway learning about the history of the area and admiring spectacular views of the coast line and Coral Sea. Our first stop is at the Majestic Daintree River for Morning Tea before enjoying an informative guided River Cruise on the Daintree River. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and endemic wildlife, this is nature at its best!
From here we ascend the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage, Wet Tropics, and Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. Experience the rainforest intimately on one of our guided elevated National Park Boardwalks. Accurate interpretations of flora and fauna will be given with ample time for photographs and questions as we search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this particular habitat.
We now make our way to Lync Haven which is an animal refuge centre where you have the opportunity to hand feed a kangaroo get up close to some of Australia’s wildlife, see “Boris” the crocodile, and enjoy delicious gourmet barbecue lunch with freshly prepared salads in a beautiful rainforest setting restaurant, (we also cater for vegetarians and other dietary requirements upon notification) enjoy a cold drink from the bar. Our tour does a little more.
It takes us beyond the famous Daintree Tea Plantation, past spectacular mountains and through spectacular World Heritage Rainforest as we pass Cape Tribulation and continue along the 4WD Bloomfield Track through to pristine Emmagen Creek. Billy Tea Safaris is the only tour operator that goes to this secret Jewel in the Rainforest, and now it is time for a refreshing rainforest stream swim, in crystal clear freshwaters and without the crowds of people.
Seek fish and turtles in the creek, butterflies and exotic birds in the trees and indulge in a feast of exotic tropical fruits, a complimentary glass of wine and sample a cup of traditional Billy Tea, all of which enhance the tranquil surroundings.
We then make our way to Cape Tribulation Beach after most of the crowds are gone, there is a little time to swim in the Coral Sea (seasonal) or stroll along the beach and boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef'
Time permitting we stop at Daintree’s hidden secret, the Daintree Ice Cream Factory. Your taste buds will be tantalized with exotic tropical fruit home made ice cream. Sample unique flavours, such as Black Sapote, Soursop, Wattle Seed, Jackfruit, and Coconut just to name a few. All the fruits used to make the ice cream have been locally grown on the property and for $5.00 you can taste up to four different flavours.
After a short afternoon refreshment stop, we cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and begin our homeward journey somewhat wiser for our 'Total Rainforest Experience'.
Arriving back at your hotel accommodation approx Port Douglas 5.30pm, Northern Beaches approx 6.00pm, Cairns CBD Area approx 6.30pm.
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Billy Tea Safaris - Chillagoe CAVES and Outback - SAVE 30%
ONLY $126.00 per adult and $91.00 per child - Ex Cairns
Your day begins when your accredited guide meets you at your accommodation Cairns CBD around 6.45am, Holloway’s Beach and Yorkey’s Knob will be approximately 7.00am, and after introductions all round We’ll ascend the McAllister Ranges and head west through dirt tracks via the little town of Biboorha, looking for many different species of bush birds, including Emus, Wedge Tail Eagles, Squatter Pigeons and Kangaroos, Frilled Neck Lizards, before reaching our first stop.
Mareeba Wetlands for morning tea and a twenty minute cruise in an environmentally friendly and quiet electric boat. This is a magnificent setting and to see the Giant Lotus Lilly's up close and also many different Water Birds as well. You will learn about the fragile Eco System of this wonderful reverse and also see the Rare Gouldian Finch breeding programme.
From here we board the custom built 4WD vehicle and travel through the back blocks of this wetland area viewing Wallabies, Emus and other wildlife and then along the agricultural paddocks of this fertile area, where you will have a chance to see, Paw Paw, Lychee, Longen, Mangoes, just to name a few eventually crossing over the Great Divide and into the Western watershed, we are now in the Australian Outback. (We may sometimes have to take our Wet Weather alternate from the Wetlands when the road is impassible, we will then visit Granite Gorge) Take a step back in time as we travel through historical towns and rolling hills rich in mineral eventually giving way to towering limestone karsts scattered around Chillagoe Township.
Here we delve into the history of the copper smelters, whose old chimneys dominate the western horizon.
We visit the remains of the once mighty smelters to ponder what it was like working there…. Now it’s time for a wonderful lunch at a true Australian Outback Pub built back at the turn of the century, before setting off to have a look at this historical town on route to ourNational Parks guided cave tour where you will take a step back in time and be inspired by the knowledge of your guide as he explains about the fossilized remains of the ancient coral reefs some 4 million years old, with hidden limestone labyrinths give a portal to a lost world just like our own Great Barrier Reef. This was once the inland sea.
Millions of years in the making, the limestone formations and caves are nothing short of spectacular.
After the cave tour, we head back towards the east coast, stopping at Skybury, The Australian Coffee Centre for a choice of their delicious coffee and scones or possibly a wine or beer (own cost).
This is a beautiful setting viewing agile wallabies off the great expanse of verandahs. The tour then returns back down the range arriving back in Cairns at approximately 6.30pm.
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Your day begins when your accredited guide meets you at your accommodation Cairns CBD around 6.45am, Holloway’s Beach and Yorkey’s Knob will be approximately 7.00am, and after introductions all round We’ll ascend the McAllister Ranges and head west through dirt tracks via the little town of Biboorha, looking for many different species of bush birds, including Emus, Wedge Tail Eagles, Squatter Pigeons and Kangaroos, Frilled Neck Lizards, before reaching our first stop.
Mareeba Wetlands for morning tea and a twenty minute cruise in an environmentally friendly and quiet electric boat. This is a magnificent setting and to see the Giant Lotus Lilly's up close and also many different Water Birds as well. You will learn about the fragile Eco System of this wonderful reverse and also see the Rare Gouldian Finch breeding programme.
From here we board the custom built 4WD vehicle and travel through the back blocks of this wetland area viewing Wallabies, Emus and other wildlife and then along the agricultural paddocks of this fertile area, where you will have a chance to see, Paw Paw, Lychee, Longen, Mangoes, just to name a few eventually crossing over the Great Divide and into the Western watershed, we are now in the Australian Outback. (We may sometimes have to take our Wet Weather alternate from the Wetlands when the road is impassible, we will then visit Granite Gorge) Take a step back in time as we travel through historical towns and rolling hills rich in mineral eventually giving way to towering limestone karsts scattered around Chillagoe Township.
Here we delve into the history of the copper smelters, whose old chimneys dominate the western horizon.
We visit the remains of the once mighty smelters to ponder what it was like working there…. Now it’s time for a wonderful lunch at a true Australian Outback Pub built back at the turn of the century, before setting off to have a look at this historical town on route to ourNational Parks guided cave tour where you will take a step back in time and be inspired by the knowledge of your guide as he explains about the fossilized remains of the ancient coral reefs some 4 million years old, with hidden limestone labyrinths give a portal to a lost world just like our own Great Barrier Reef. This was once the inland sea.
Millions of years in the making, the limestone formations and caves are nothing short of spectacular.
After the cave tour, we head back towards the east coast, stopping at Skybury, The Australian Coffee Centre for a choice of their delicious coffee and scones or possibly a wine or beer (own cost).
This is a beautiful setting viewing agile wallabies off the great expanse of verandahs. The tour then returns back down the range arriving back in Cairns at approximately 6.30pm.
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Aussie Drifterz - Behana Gorge - SAVE 30%
ONLY $41.30 per adult and $27.30 per child. WHAT VALUE - Ex Cairns and the Northern Beaches
Come and relax with us at the Behana Gorge on our magical Half Day Tubing Tour. Tube through natural tree tunnels, freshwater snorkel, make natural facepaints, swim or just chill out - it's the best value tour in Cairns!
Fantastic family fun or the perfect hangover cure,
Come and relax with us at the Behana Gorge on our magical Half Day Tubing Tour. Tube through natural tree tunnels, freshwater snorkel, make natural facepaints, swim or just chill out - it's the best value tour in Cairns!
Fantastic family fun or the perfect hangover cure,
Wildlife Habitat - Port Douglas - SAVE 30%
reakfast with the Birds at the Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas, ONLY $30.00 per adult and $15.00 per child - Ex Port Douglas
The original Breakfast with the Birds is a visitor must do. Guests are immersed within the Wetlands environment whilst enjoying the cacophony of sounds and colours of wildlife as they wander freely amongst the guests. Guests are treated to one of Queensland’s best tropical breakfast buffets. Breakfast with the Birds includes fresh tropical and exotic fruit platters, cereals and freshly baked pastries. While the BBQ Chef prepares eggs, guests can choose from a selection of hot buffet items.
8.00am – 10.30am
The original Breakfast with the Birds is a visitor must do. Guests are immersed within the Wetlands environment whilst enjoying the cacophony of sounds and colours of wildlife as they wander freely amongst the guests. Guests are treated to one of Queensland’s best tropical breakfast buffets. Breakfast with the Birds includes fresh tropical and exotic fruit platters, cereals and freshly baked pastries. While the BBQ Chef prepares eggs, guests can choose from a selection of hot buffet items.
8.00am – 10.30am
Bruce Belchers Daintree River Cruises - 2 for 1 OFFER
A great 2 for One offer! Adults $25.00 (for 2) Children $10.00 (for 2) - Ex Daintree River
Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises offer a one-hour wild life cruise. We are enthusiastic, honest, exciting and informative. We are keen bird watchers and have a good eye for crocodiles and tree snakes, with crocodiles being spotted on 98% of trips, particularly in cooler months.
We operate from our home on the banks of the Daintree River in a secluded wildlife boutique facility. Come and relax in our garden room, listen to the surrounding wildlife and enjoy a complimentary Daintree Tea or coffee. Peruse our tropical souvenir collection of local crafts. Meander through our lush tropical garden to our private jetty to board our vessel for a personal guided tour with Bruce’s 23 years experience on the Daintree River.
Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises offer a one-hour wild life cruise. We are enthusiastic, honest, exciting and informative. We are keen bird watchers and have a good eye for crocodiles and tree snakes, with crocodiles being spotted on 98% of trips, particularly in cooler months.
We operate from our home on the banks of the Daintree River in a secluded wildlife boutique facility. Come and relax in our garden room, listen to the surrounding wildlife and enjoy a complimentary Daintree Tea or coffee. Peruse our tropical souvenir collection of local crafts. Meander through our lush tropical garden to our private jetty to board our vessel for a personal guided tour with Bruce’s 23 years experience on the Daintree River.
Fish Tales Charters - Sports Fishing - SAVE 30%
ONLY $59.50 per person Half Day - Ex Cairns
Fish Tales Charters - Estuary and River Fishing Adventures operate out of Cairns in Far North Tropical Queensland, Australia. Fish Tales operate Cairns Fishing charters in four of the best fishing locations in North Queensland: the Cairns Inlet (also known as Trinity Inlet) Russell River/ Mulgrave River and on the Daintree River.
We consider fishing in Cairns to be one of the 'Must Do' tours whilst in Cairns. Why not come and experience fishing with Fish Tales for yourself.....A CAIRNS FISHING ADVENTURE.
Fish Tales Charters - Estuary and River Fishing Adventures operate out of Cairns in Far North Tropical Queensland, Australia. Fish Tales operate Cairns Fishing charters in four of the best fishing locations in North Queensland: the Cairns Inlet (also known as Trinity Inlet) Russell River/ Mulgrave River and on the Daintree River.
We consider fishing in Cairns to be one of the 'Must Do' tours whilst in Cairns. Why not come and experience fishing with Fish Tales for yourself.....A CAIRNS FISHING ADVENTURE.
Zinc Restaurant - Port Douglas - SAVE 30%
Purchase $100.00 vouchers from us for a cost of ONLY $70.00 - Port Douglas only
Zinc Restaurant Port Douglas is a unique combination of restaurant, café and lounge bar....café by day, restaurant and lounge bar at night
Zinc is located in the Portico building on the corner of Macrossan and Davidson Streets, the main corner of Port Douglas in Tropical North Queensland, Australia.
Zinc is at the Four Mile Beach end of the main street in the village of Port Douglas.
You will find Zinc open all day, from 9am until late for brunch and dinner.....or you are more than welcome to call in for coffee, cakes, desserts or tapas at any time during opening hours.
Zinc's relaxed lounge bar also features a large range of wines by the glass, over 70 cocktails, over 110 spirits and liqueurs and a selection of cold beers on tap.....perfect for that pre-dinner drink or after-dinner nightcap, even if you have chosen to dine elsewhere.
And a final comment, check out their toilet!
Zinc Restaurant Port Douglas is a unique combination of restaurant, café and lounge bar....café by day, restaurant and lounge bar at night
Zinc is located in the Portico building on the corner of Macrossan and Davidson Streets, the main corner of Port Douglas in Tropical North Queensland, Australia.
Zinc is at the Four Mile Beach end of the main street in the village of Port Douglas.
You will find Zinc open all day, from 9am until late for brunch and dinner.....or you are more than welcome to call in for coffee, cakes, desserts or tapas at any time during opening hours.
Zinc's relaxed lounge bar also features a large range of wines by the glass, over 70 cocktails, over 110 spirits and liqueurs and a selection of cold beers on tap.....perfect for that pre-dinner drink or after-dinner nightcap, even if you have chosen to dine elsewhere.
And a final comment, check out their toilet!
