Why visit Palm Cove?
Why visit Palm Cove? Palm Cove offers a relaxed and sophisticated holiday. Whether relaxing by your hotel pool, strolling our romantic beaches, dining in our local restaurants or making day trips to the Great Barrier Reef or Daintree Rainforest.
Are crocodiles a problem in Palm Cove?
Don't bother swimming or fishing in this water ? crocodiles are present. Even though no crocodiles have been seen for many years, visitors are advised to refrain from entering the water.
Do you need a car in Palm Cove?
Accessibility: Palm Cove is located approximately 25 km north of Cairns, and having your own car makes it easier to explore the surrounding areas, including the Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, and the Daintree Rainforest.
Is Palm Cove fancy?
The Palm Cove cobble paved waterfront esplanade is lined with luxurious resorts, hotels and self contained apartments, boutique clothing stores, art and convenience shops, day spas, take-away shops and restaurants.
Can I snorkel in Palm Cove?
Optional activities include scuba diving, snorkel trips, helmet diving, parasailing and scenic helicopter flights. Green Island tours with Palm Cove coach transfers depart 3 times daily from Cairns.
Is Palm Cove or Port Douglas better for families?
Read more Page 3 Vicki's notes: Port Douglas is a coastal town and larger than Palm Cove. Port Douglas has direct access to the Great Barrier Reef, is close to the Daintree Rainforest and is more suitable for families with older children as there is more to do. you stay 6 nights that means 5 full days.
What do you wear in Palm Cove?
What to Bring. Remember to limit the effects of the tropical sun with sunscreen and hats. Pack loose comfortable clothing, walking shoes, swim wear and sunglasses when on Palm Cove holidays.
What is the best time to visit Palm Cove?
If you want to avoid the wet, be sure to travel during the dry season from April to November: the town is sleepier during November to March; the weather is balmy enough to enjoy a swim in the pool; and the sun still makes an appearance in between downpours.
Why is it called Palm Cove?
Palm Cove is a suburb of Cairns in the Cairns Region, Queensland, Australia. In the 2016 census, Palm Cove had a population of 2,059 people. It is named after the palm trees that line the beach.
Who owns Double Island off Palm Cove?
Its owner, Hong-Kong businessman Benny Wu, coined the resort a paradise for high-end tourists at “the very top end of the market” after purchasing the island for $5.68 million in 2012.
Has there ever been a crocodile at Palm Cove?
A little crocodile has been spotted and removed at a pond near a Palm Cove Resort.
Which is nicer Palm Cove or Port Douglas?
However, Palm Cove is ideal for couples on a weekend getaway, in need of relaxation but with the option of adventure. Whereas we recommend Port Douglas for families or large groups with a car who are intending to stay for longer than three days. Or, if you still can't decide, why not experience both?
Is it safe to swim in the sea in Palm Cove?
Swimming at Palm Cove is great at all times of the year, but just as a precaution you are better of to restrict your swimming to inside the swimming enclosures during the summer period. At all times of the year it is advisable to swim between the Surf Life Saving rescue flags, coloured yellow and red.
Is Palm Cove closer to Cairns or Port Douglas?
Only a 25 minute drive to Cairns and a 35 minute drive to Port Douglas, Palm Cove is situated in the perfect location to explore the many Attractions of Far North Queensland. The World Heritage-listed Rainforest is minutes from Palm Cove and the Great Barrier Reef; so close it is just a hop skip and a jump away.
Are there stingers at Palm Cove?
You'll also find stinger nets at Palm Cove, Clifton Beach, Yorkey's Knob, Holloways Beach, Trinity Beach, Kewarra Beach and Ellis Beach, most beaches in the area.
Where can I see crocodiles in Palm Cove?
Hartley's Lagoon The number one spot to see crocodiles up close in North Queensland! Take a 25-minute cruise on Hartley's Lagoon in our specially designed boats to observe crocodiles in a coastal melaleuca wetland.