🇦🇺 Cairns, Australia | 3-Day 3-Night Ultimate Guide

Regretting not staying longer - my perfect Cairns itinerary Day 1: Rainforest & Beach Combo ➊ Arrived early (hotel check-in unavailable) → stored luggage → beach brunch ➋ Took bus to Cairns Botanic Gardens (FREE entry) 🌿 Lush tropical plants | Perfect for leisurely walks & photos ➌ Bus to Palm Cove (1hr ride) 🌅 Prime sunset spot | Soft sandy beach 💡 Fun fact: Friend found a jellyfish on shore! Day 2: Ocean Adventure ⚓ Sunlover Reef Cruise (departs 9:30am) ✅ Free activities: Snorkeling Glass-bottom boat Semi-submarine 💸 Paid upgrades (recommend 2 max): Guided snorkel Scuba diving Helicopter flyover Seawalker 🍽️ Lunch buffet ends at 2pm - don't overbook! 📌 Tips: ✔️ Take seasickness pills ✔️ Wear rashguard ✔️ Waterproof camera essential Day 3: City Exploration 🎨 Cairns Art Gallery (FREE) 🖼️ Small but interesting Aboriginal art displays 🐠 Cairns Aquarium 🌊 Great for families | AC refuge at noon 🌴 Esplanade Walk 📸 Free infinity pool | Magic sunset swims 🎪 Night Market 🛍️ Small but decent for souvenirs Alternative Option: 🪂 Friends did skydiving (takes whole day) Day 4: Sunrise & Departure 🌅 Early morning infinity pool sunrise dip ✈️ Caught morning flights Missed Spots for Next Time: ☁️ Paronella Park (Spanish-style "Sky Castle") 🌳 Kuranda Rainforest (friends' recommendation) #CairnsTravel #CairnsGuide #GreatBarrierReef #ReefDiving #SunloverCruise #TravelAustralia