Exploring Cairns: Rental Car style
With a population of approximately 170,000 people and located North of Queensland, Cairns is often a gem that is overlooked. Characterised by its mesmerising scenery and gorgeous beaches, it is packed with fun-filled activities and more. Cairns is definitely worth a visit so pick up a rental car from Cairns Australia and embark on an unforgettable holiday.
An approximate 2-hour long road trip in your Cairns rental car brings you to Daintree Rainforest. As the world’s oldest rainforest and spanning approximately 450km, its trails take you close to the rich wildlife and wide array of plants. It’s no wonder why this attraction is on the World Heritage List. Don’t pass on the opportunity to explore this fascinating natural wonder.
Known to many, the Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s main attractions, a must-visit by rental car when in Cairns. Housing an abundance of marine life, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a hotspot for snorkelling and scuba diving. Not to worry if you’re not a fan of swimming; there’s an underwater observatory where you can view the stunning coral reefs. The Great Barrier Reef also has a pontoon available for overnight stays so that you can enjoy the reef peacefully.
Take your car rental to Cairns Australia’s Botanic Gardens where a lush greenery awaits you. Exhibiting tropical plants and rated one of the best gardens in Australia, immerse yourself in calming horticulture and leave feeling rejuvenated.
No trip to Australia is complete without visiting an Australian beach. Plan your way to Cairns Mission Beach, by rental car, at sunrise and watch how the sun and the palm trees come together to create an unforgettable view. Take a leisurely stroll along its gorgeous sandy beach. If you want your very own surreal-looking sunset photo, this is the go-to beach for that wallpaper-worthy shot.
Located in the middle of a lush green forest, hop into crystal clear inviting waters at Babinda Boulders. Iconic to Cairns, this popular tourist attraction boasts cool waters suitable for an afternoon dip. On the lookout for water sports? Prepare yourself for white water rafting by Tully River. Hop on the yellow boats and don your life jackets—you’re in for a bumpy and thrilling ride.
Embark on a Cairns road trip in your Cairns rental car. It’ll surely take your holiday to new-levels. The Great Barrier Reef drive and the Mission Beach coast road are perfect for sightseeing. The drive takes you between Cairns and Cape Tribulation, a route where the surf meets the turf. The Mission Beach coast road, on the other hand, is a scenic Cairns drive that is a local favourite. Located between Clump Mountain National Park and Clump point, a stunning route this beautiful just has to be shared.
Book your rental car with Hertz in advance and pick it up at Cairns Australia Airport upon arrival, then begin your Cairns road trip adventure! At the end of your trip, you can return your rental car at the same airport or at another Hertz location at your convenience.
Reasons why you should hire a car for the Great Barrier Reef Drive
Stretching from Cairns to Cape Tribulation, take on the Great Barrier Reef Drive and explore not one, but two UNESCO World Heritage Sites — the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics rainforest. Bringing you from the urban landscape of the cities to the lush rainforests; a road trip on the Great Barrier Reef Drive via car rental takes you to pristine and unoccupied beaches. With interesting villages waiting to be explored along this route, a Hertz rental car is essential to wander about the Great Barrier Reef and its surrounding wonders.
Drive your car rental to the Great Barrier Reef and be greeted by crystal-clear waters and an alluring seascape. This well-known natural attraction boasts over 900 islands that are formed by cays of varying sizes. Large cays form islands that feature gorgeous beaches with sun-kissed sand. Blessed with colourful corals that are home to a delicate ecosystem of marine life, snorkelling and diving in the azure blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef will be a memorable experience.
Spending one afternoon in the Great Barrier Reef is not enough to experience all that Mother Nature has given to this place. How about camping on a pontoon in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef? With two days on a Reefsleep with Cruise Whitsundays, relax on the sundeck and snorkel to your hearts content. This is your chance to experience serenity like no other. For seasoned divers, if you can’t sleep at night, consider pre-booking a night-diving expedition to make full use of your time.
Wildlife lovers rejoice! Hop on board a jet-ski and zoom around these turquoise waters to get close to adorable sea turtles, dolphins as well as dugongs. If you’re not keen on getting wet, visit Hardy Reef where you can observe the underwater wildlife and take a look at the sea creatures up close from Queensland’s largest underwater viewing chamber; all while staying dry.
If skydiving is on your bucket list and you’re craving an adrenaline rush, set your heart racing as you zip through the air and take in a one-of-a-kind view of the captivating Whitsunday Islands and the Great Barrier Reef below you. This experience is safe and assured as you’re strapped on to an experienced skydiver. Take a car hire to the Great Barrier Reef and go on a skydive to sightsee in a unique way.
From the aqua to the flora and fauna, the Wet Tropics is a prehistoric rainforest that has been around since the time of the dinosaurs. Home to rare wildlife and endangered species, this thriving rainforest is a paradise for waterfall-chasing hikers. If you’re lucky, spot the southern cassowary, a beautiful bird that calls the Wet Tropics its home. Plan a drive to this untouched natural beauty near Great Barrier Reef in your car rental—it’s definitely a crowd-pleaser.
Before your departure, return your vehicle conveniently at any Hertz car rental location in Queensland. It’s only a matter of time before you’ll see for yourself why this is one of the top travel destinations in Australia.