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Welcome to Cairns, a vibrant tropical city located in far north Queensland, Australia. Cairns is known for its stunning natural beauty, including the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest, and many other natural attractions. 

Here is a visitors self-drive guide to Cairns and some popular day trips you can take:

Explore Cairns: Start your adventure by exploring the city of Cairns. Visit the Cairns Esplanade, which is a beautiful waterfront area that features a lagoon and swimming pool, parklands, and many cafes and restaurants. 

You can also visit the Cairns Botanic Gardens, which showcases a variety of tropical plants and flowers, or take a scenic drive up to the lookout on Mount Whitfield for stunning views of the city and surrounding coastline. 

Great Barrier Reef: No trip to Cairns is complete without a visit to the Great Barrier Reef, one of the world's natural wonders. There are many tour operators that offer day trips to the reef, where you can go snorkeling or scuba diving, or take a glass-bottom boat tour to see the colorful coral and marine life. 

Daintree Rainforest: The Daintree Rainforest is the oldest surviving rainforest in the world and is located just north of Cairns. You can take a self-drive tour or join a guided tour to explore this lush, tropical rainforest and its many hidden waterfalls, exotic plants, and wildlife. 

Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail: Take a ride on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, which winds through the rainforest, and then return to Cairns on the Skyrail, a gondola that offers panoramic views of the rainforest and coastline. Atherton Tablelands: 

The Atherton Tablelands, located just inland from Cairns, offers a scenic drive through rolling hills, farmland, and rainforest. There are many attractions to see along the way, including waterfalls, natural swimming holes, and local wildlife. 

Port Douglas: Port Douglas is a picturesque seaside town located north of Cairns. You can take a self-drive tour along the coastal road or join a guided tour to explore the town's many shops, cafes, and galleries. Don't miss Four Mile Beach, a stunning stretch of white sand beach. With its natural beauty, adventure activities, and cultural attractions, 

Cairns and the surrounding areas offer an unforgettable experience for visitors exploring the region by self-drive.

Cairns Campervan and Motorhome Rental Location

Our major suppliers Campervan and Motorhome depot for Britz, Maui, Mighty, Cheapa, Apollo is now located at 
419 Sheridan Street Cairns, Qld, 4870
The distance is 4 min (2.9 km) via Airport Ave from Cairns airport. 
Allow another 20 minutes for any very heavy traffic. (always allow plenty of extra time for heavy traffic)

Our smaller 4wd suppliers have varied locations around Cairns depending on supplier or the Domestic Airport. 

Tourist van parks in Cairns

Cairns, located in far north Queensland, Australia, is a popular destination for tourists traveling by campervan or RV. Here are some of the top tourist van parks in Cairns: 

Cairns Coconut Holiday Resort: Located just 7km from the city center, this park offers a range of accommodation options, including powered and unpowered sites, as well as cabins and villas. The park features a water park, mini-golf course, and many other facilities. 

BIG4 Cairns Crystal Cascades Holiday Park: Situated just 15 minutes from the city center, this park offers a variety of accommodation options, including powered and unpowered sites. The park features a swimming pool, playground, and BBQ areas. 

Lake Placid Tourist Park: This park is located 15 minutes from the city center and offers a range of accommodation options, including powered and unpowered sites, as well as cabins and villas. The park features a swimming pool, playground, and BBQ areas. 

NRMA Cairns Holiday Park: This park is located just 4km from the city center and offers a range of accommodation options, including powered and unpowered sites, as well as cabins and villas. The park features a swimming pool, playground, and BBQ areas. 

Cairns Villa & Leisure Park: This park is located just 4km from the city center and offers a range of accommodation options, including powered and unpowered sites, as well as cabins and villas. The park features a swimming pool, playground, and BBQ areas. 

All of these van parks offer a great base for exploring the beauty and adventure of Cairns and the surrounding areas of far north Queensland.