Day 1
Cairns to Port Douglas
A relaxed village, ideal for transformational incentives, Port Douglas is the perfect base to reward delegates and explore the World-Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. Immerse your program in nature and unique experiences before wowing with a spectacular off-site event featuring exceptional local produce and service.
Image: Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Port Douglas
Travel the Great Barrier Reef Drive – one of Australia’s most stunning journeys winding its way through the mountains on one side and the sparkling Coral Sea on the other to Palm Cove. Enjoy a relaxed, sand-betweenyour-toes lunch on a private beach while refreshing with your very own coconut, hand-cut by your host whilst overlooking the ocean.
Image: Nu Nu Restaurant
Afternoon
Continue to Port Douglas with a stop halfway to get up close and personal with Australian Wildlife before taking a cruise on the lagoon to watch crocodiles leap from the water!
Image: Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
Evening
Tonight is a celebration of Port Douglas life, featuring a sunset sail along the famous coastline of Four Mile Beach before dinner on the iconic, heritage-listed Sugar Wharf as fireworks explode over the ocean in a magnificent display of tropical colour.
Image: Port Douglas Sugar Wharf
Day 2
Cultural Immersion in the Rainforest
Morning
Immerse and connect with ancient Aboriginal culture through a Dreamtime guided tour of the rainforest of Mossman Gorge with a local Kuku Yalanji ranger. Learn the richness of the world’s oldest living continuous culture while walking through the pristine rainforest and exploring the hidden treasures of bush medicine and tradition.
Image: Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre
Afternoon
Delegates can dip their toes in the crystal clear, healing waters of the Mossman River and drift peacefully down the emerald waters on a floating mattress watching the world go by before spending the afternoon creating their own indigenous art piece with a local elder.
Image: Back Country Bliss
Evening
Celebrate the quintessential character of the North on a working cane farm as you indulge in a rustic menu featuring Australian lamb, Queensland scallops, Tableland beef and coconut prawns highlighted by the unique flavours of lemon aspen, wattle seed, vanilla, quandong and riberry complete with a five-piece band entertaining from a flat bed truck!
Image: Port Douglas Events & Hire
Day 3
Exclusive Great Barrier Reef Your Way
Morning
Early risers can enjoy the quiet of daybreak with a picture-perfect sunrise and an exclusive yoga class on the golden sands of Four Mile Beach before cooling off in the acres of sparkling lagoon pool with a private floating breakfast.
Image: Yoga on Four Mile Beach
Afternoon
Energised, set off from the Port Douglas Marina, and enjoy the spectacular postcard views of the Port Douglas waterfront as you leave the coast behind. Slicing across pristine, aquamarine waters from the comfort of your luxury private vessel, arrive at the reef ready to dive into the vibrant underwater world teeming with colourful fish and expansive coral gardens. Engage in citizen science through reef monitoring and learn from your private marine biologist about the wonders of the largest coral reef system in the world.
Indulge in a sumptuous seafood lunch and soak up the sunshine relaxing on deck before toasting the day with champagne on the return journey to Port Douglas.
Image: Quicksilver Cruises
Day 4
See the World from Above, Relax on the Ground
Morning
Wake up to a champagne sunrise on board a hot air balloon as you float over the patchwork fields of the stunning Tablelands region. Float back down to earth and return to Port Douglas where you can choose your own adventure for the day!
Image: Hot Air Balloon
Evening
Engage in some retail therapy, a spa treatment, craft beers on the boardwalk or a decadent lunch before farewelling Port Douglas at an epic gala dinner in the spectacular rainforest.
Image: Flames of the Forest
Day 5
Departure
Morning
Enjoy a farewell breakfast al fresco before heading back to Cairns Airport for your flight.
Image: Port Douglas Events & Hire