Port Douglas, North Queensland Australia.
Port Douglas Attractions & 'things to do'
For Free
"Some of the best things in life are free" and Port Douglas is a great example. Whether it's relaxing on a deserted beach, spotting the unique flora & fauna, or watching the sunset over the Daintree rainforest, if you would like to spend time and not money, then here's a few options.
Island Point
The ideal spot to relax and take a break. Watch the boats return from the reef at 4pm, or look for the turtles which
are often spotted surfacing just metres from shore. The park features a kids play area, public toilets and a free gas BBQ.
With Coles supermarket just minutes walk away, Island Point is the perfect spot for a picnic or BBQ while watching the sun
set over the Daintree Rainforest, playing frisbee, or simply relaxing.
Star Gazing the Port Douglas night sky
A clear night in Port Douglas is a star gazers dream. Anywhere on Four Mile Beach is perfect for spotting shooting stars, or tracking down planets and constellations.
The Southern Cross, Aquarius, Libra, Pisces and Virgo and more can be seen.
Use the Star Map link below to view the Port Douglas night sky. (opens in new window)
Flora & Fauna
Port Douglas is home to a diverse and exotic range of flora & fauna, much of which can be seen with little more than a bit of luck.
The arbourtorium, mangrove systems, beaches and many parks are home to exotic bird species, birds of prey, and the distinctive Ulyses butterfly.
The mangrove habitat of Dickson Inlet is home to saltwater crocodiles, while turtles are often seen surfacing close to shore at Island Point,
and Lionfish, ocean mullet, & baby Batfish can often be seen in the water around the Marina Mirage and Port Douglas Yacht Club.
A colony of bats inhabits a small section of the parkland behind Mudlo Street, flying out at dusk
as 1000's of Rainbow Lorakeets return to roost in the palm trees at the Marina Mirage.
Wednesday Sailing
Wednesday Afternoon Gentlemans & Ladies Sailing (WAGLS) is an Australian yachting tradition.
Departing the Port Douglas Yacht Club and Marina Mirage around 4pm for a friendly sail
followed by drinks and a presentation at the yacht club.
Local yachties sometimes have space for additional 'crew' to join them.....
Watch the Kite Surfers
The southern end of Four Mile Beach is popular with kite surfers and windsurfers during the winter months (June to August) when the
steady winds provide ideal conditions. As many as 20 or 30 kites and sails can be seen on days when the conditions are best,
providing interested onlookers with hours of entertainment as they perform jumps and attempt tricks.
Kite Surfing lessons are available for those interested.
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