Far North Queensland Tours & Vacations

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travellers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travellers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

Cairns is the closest major airport to Far North Queensland, with several domestic airlines flying to and from most major Australian cities. A small number of international flights also arrive in Cairns.

Regular long-distance buses travel up and down the coast to Far North Queensland.

Driving or joining a small group tour is the easiest way to get around Far North Queensland.

Some destinations like Cape Tribulation require a 4WD to explore the area thoroughly. 

Most people choose to hire a car or join a small group tour to explore Far North Queensland.

While it is possible to catch long distance buses between some of the towns in Far North Queensland, you really need your own transport to get out and explore this region properly. 

Some destinations like Cape Tribulation require a 4WD if you want to venture beyond the regular tourist spots.  

There are two seasons in Far North Queensland: wet and hot (summer) and dry and hot (winter). Summer is very humid, and tropical downpours and the occasional cyclone are common. Winter is ideal for those who enjoy a drier heat and would prefer to dodge heavy rain.

If you visit between October and May and swim in the ocean, it's advisable to wear a 'stinger suit' to protect yourself from possible jellyfish stings.

Far North Queensland is a rugged off-the-beaten-track destination that is so laid back it's almost horizontal.

Wearing jeans and a t-shirt to dinner is considered 'dressy' so leave your fancy clothes at home.

Pack sunscreen, sunglasses, swimmers and a hat and remember to bring any essentials as there are no major stores in some of the more remote areas in Far North Queensland.

Clothes that breathe are a good idea as Far North Queensland can be humid, even in winter.

Pretty much anything goes when it comes to dressing for dinner at this destination, provided it's (reasonably) clean. 

If you stick to major Far North Queensland towns like Cairns and Port Douglas, the internet is easy to access.

Once you venture to more remote destinations and National Parks, your internet access will likely be non-existent for at least some time.

With nothing to distract you, it's easy to immerse yourself in Far North Queensland's beauty fully, so embrace your time here as a chance to disconnect and de-stress. 

We are committed to making travel widely accessible, regardless of ability or disability. We do our best to help you see the world, regardless of physical or mental limitations. 

We are always happy to talk to travellers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them toward the most suitable itinerary for their needs and, where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.