Explore Cassowary Coast

Explore Cassowary Coast Welcome to the official page for the Cassowary Coast, which runs from Josephine Falls to Hinchinbrook

The Cassowary Coast, from Josephine Falls through to Hinchinbrook Island, offers endless possibilities for families and the independent traveller. Come & immerse yourself in our Wet Tropics & the Great Barrier Reef and explore everything from our national parks, walking trails, waterfalls & endless uncrowded beaches. The Great Barrier Reef is accessible in our region & offers several points of acc

ess, so you can experience your unique reef trip with long lasting memories. Cassowary Coast Tourism’s page Terms and Conditions:

CCT has created this page as a hub for people who are planning to visit, have visited, or simply have a great love for holidays in the Tropical Coast of North Queensland. Here you’ll find general information, tips on travelling to and/or working within the region, as well as plenty of images and video that help capture the Cassowary Coast of Queensland experience. We welcome all those who have ever gone 'walkabout’ on the Cassowary Coast to share your comments, images and videos. CCT does not accept responsibility for the comments of fans on this page and it’s important to note that postings to the Cassowary Coast Tourism page are not representative of the opinions of CCT or the Government of Australia, nor do we confirm their accuracy. We encourage the expression of opinions and free, frank and open discussion, but we do want people to act responsibly and play nice. Posts will be deleted if they contain:

- violent, obscene, profane, hateful, derogatory, illegal or racist comments, content, links or images or incite such comment or behaviour

-comments that threaten or defame any person or organisation

- solicitations, advertisements, or endorsements of any financial, commercial organisations

- multiple successive off-topic posts by a single user

- repetitive posts copied and pasted or duplicated by single or multiple users

-offensive, inaccurate, false, misleading or deceptive comments or content

-material which infringes third party intellectual property rights

-any other inappropriate content or comments as determined at CCT’s absolute discretion

Users who do not comply with this policy will also be blocked from the page at CCT’s absolute discretion. If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at [email protected]

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CCT does NOT claim ANY ownership rights in photos that you post on our ‘wall’. However, by posting a photo on our wall you hereby grant to CCT a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide, revocable, non-transferable, perpetual licence to use, modify, delete from, add to, publicly display and/or reproduce, your photo, including without limitation in any online media formats and through any social media channels, pages or accounts. You can revoke this licence at any time by contacting us in writing at [email protected] and informing us that you no longer want us to use your photo.

Meet Barra DownUnder, a proudly locally owned freshwater Barramundi farm nestled in the heart of the Cassowary Coast, Tr...
10/06/2026

Meet Barra DownUnder, a proudly locally owned freshwater Barramundi farm nestled in the heart of the Cassowary Coast, Tropical North Queensland! 🐟

Here, quality is everything. Barramundi are raised in carefully maintained ponds with low stocking densities, crystal clear water, and hand fed daily. The result is beautiful, healthy fish with bright silver scales and golden yellow fins.

But it’s not just about great seafood.... you can also catch your own barra! 🎣
• All rods and lures included
• Catch and release or catch and keep
• Bookings essential!

From pond to plate, Barra DownUnder delivers premium Australian Barramundi alongside a handpicked selection of locally sourced seafood from trusted coastal fishermen.

Sustainably farmed. Locally sourced. 100% Australian owned.

If you're exploring the Cassowary Coast, Barra DownUnder is well worth a visit 💙

📸 Photos: .downunder

School holidays are calling at Mission Beach Resort ☀️🌴Tucked just 500m from Wongaling Beach, Mission Beach Resort is yo...
05/06/2026

School holidays are calling at Mission Beach Resort ☀️🌴

Tucked just 500m from Wongaling Beach, Mission Beach Resort is your tropical base for the perfect family getaway. Surrounded by lush gardens and designed for relaxed holiday living, it’s the ideal place to unwind while staying close to everything the Cassowary Coast has to offer.

Spend your days exploring rainforest walks, swimming at Lacey Creek, hopping over to Dunk Island, or chasing adventure with skydiving, snorkelling or white water rafting on the Tully River. Then come home to resort-style comfort, four sparkling pools, on-site dining and easy evenings with the family.

Everything you need is right here, so your school holiday break feels effortless from start to finish.

🌴 Four swimming pools and BBQ areas
🍽️ On-site restaurant and sports bar
🚤 Close to beaches, islands and adventure activities
🚴 Perfect base for exploring Mission Beach and surrounds

📍 Mission Beach Resort
📅 Book your school holiday stay now before dates fill
📸 Photo from Mission Beach Resort

Mission Beach's favourite with great food and beverages, kids area, accommodation, UBET & much more. Make a reservation now!

Don’t miss your chance to tour Queensland’s only working sugar mill! ⏳🚂The Tully Sugar Limited Tours are now running for...
03/06/2026

Don’t miss your chance to tour Queensland’s only working sugar mill! ⏳🚂

The Tully Sugar Limited Tours are now running for the crushing season and they are one of the most popular experiences in the region.

With limited tour numbers and high demand throughout winter, bookings fill quickly, especially during school holidays.

Come behind the scenes and follow the journey of sugar from cane tipping in at the factory through to processing and out by truck to the port!

📅 Tours operate daily during the crushing season (weather and maintenance permitting) with twilight tours also available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

👧 Children must be 7 years and older and at least 115cm tall to participate.
📣 Bookings are essential.
📞 Secure your place through the Tully Visitor Information Centre on (07) 4068 1501
🔗 www.tullysugar.com/tours/

📸 Courtesy of Tully Sugar Limited

🚂🌴🍬

Have you been to Bingil Bay? 🌿Bingil Bay sits at the northern end of Mission Beach, a little coastal village with a char...
29/05/2026

Have you been to Bingil Bay? 🌿

Bingil Bay sits at the northern end of Mission Beach, a little coastal village with a charm all of its own.

Spend your days exploring the rainforest trails of Clump Mountain National Park (keep your eyes peeled for the Southern Cassowary!), discovering local history at Ninney Rise, or pulling up a seat at the beloved Bingil Bay Cafe for great food, fresh juice and good vibes.

First time or return visit, Bingil Bay belongs on your Cassowary Coast itinerary!

📍 Bingil Bay, Mission Beach

Known as Queensland’s Art Deco Capital, Innisfail is home to a unique collection of colourful architecture, rich history...
26/05/2026

Known as Queensland’s Art Deco Capital, Innisfail is home to a unique collection of colourful architecture, rich history and tropical charm 🌴🏛️

Take a step back in time to the roaring 20s as you discover the hidden stories behind the Art Deco and historic buildings of the Cassowary Coast. This self guided experience brings the past to life, sharing the fascinating history behind the architecture, from intricate decorative details to the powerful stories of how Art Deco emerged through times of change and tragedy.

Want to dive even deeper into Innisfail’s history? Join the Art Deco Guided History Walk, a 60 minute walk and talk through the streets of Australia’s Art Deco capital. Learn about the people, events and unique buildings that shaped the town we know today.

📍 Departs from the Shire Hall foyer, Rankin Street, Innisfail
🕙 Every Thursday at 10am | May to November
🎟️ $10pp
✨ Group and private tours available on request

And don’t forget to experience the vibrant Innisfail Art Deco Festival this September 🎷🎨

Famous for its striking blue water, the Cardwell Spa Pool is one of the Cassowary Coast’s most unique natural wonders 💙T...
22/05/2026

Famous for its striking blue water, the Cardwell Spa Pool is one of the Cassowary Coast’s most unique natural wonders 💙

The vivid colour comes from naturally occurring minerals in the water, creating shades that shift from bright turquoise to milky blue depending on the sunlight ✨

Located along the scenic Cardwell Forest Drive, it’s the perfect spot to cool off and experience a little slice of Tropical North Queensland magic.

📍 Cardwell Spa Pool, Cassowary Coast

School holidays sorted at Kurrimine Beach 🌴Tucked away on the Cassowary Coast, Kurrimine Beach is the kind of place wher...
20/05/2026

School holidays sorted at Kurrimine Beach 🌴

Tucked away on the Cassowary Coast, Kurrimine Beach is the kind of place where kids can actually be kids. Spend your days splashing in a tropical pool, learning to fish off the shore, or exploring rock pools at low tide. And on very low tides? You can walk out to King Reef and explore the Great Barrier Reef on foot, one of those experiences kids genuinely never forget. 🐠🐚

With beautiful coastal views and a relaxed beachside atmosphere, it's the ultimate easy family escape. Just 30 minutes from Innisfail and 1.5 hours south of Cairns. ☀️

Planning your stay? Check out these great accommodation options:
🏖️ Reef Resort
🏕️ Kurrimine Beach Holiday Park
🌴 Kurrimine Beach Holiday Units

📸 Image credit: King Reef Resort

From beachside escapes to rainforest retreats 🌴⛺Camping on the Cassowary Coast is all about slowing down, switching off ...
15/05/2026

From beachside escapes to rainforest retreats 🌴⛺

Camping on the Cassowary Coast is all about slowing down, switching off and reconnecting with nature in some of Queensland’s most beautiful settings ✨

Wake up to ocean views, rainforest sounds and endless tropical scenery 💛

📸 Courtesy of Tropical North Queensland

Looking at exploring the Great Barrier Reef from Mission Beach? 🌊🐠Three great operators offering three unique experience...
14/05/2026

Looking at exploring the Great Barrier Reef from Mission Beach? 🌊🐠

Three great operators offering three unique experiences.

For more information and bookings, contact Cassowary Coast Tourism.

Beach Adventures
H2O - Mission Beach


Relax, recharge and reconnect in paradise 🌴✨Mission Beach Wellness Weekend is coming up from 29–31 May, celebrating well...
13/05/2026

Relax, recharge and reconnect in paradise 🌴✨

Mission Beach Wellness Weekend is coming up from 29–31 May, celebrating wellness, community and the natural beauty of the Cassowary Coast 🌿💛

From wellness activities and experiences to calming coastal vibes, it’s the perfect excuse to slow down and soak up everything Mission Beach has to offer.

Wellness Mission Beach

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