visit
places of interest
Explore
Cooktown and see the history of Captain Cook via a leisurely
stroll around town.
The history of Cook's First Voyage of Discovery and
his stay and exploration of the area around the mouth
of what is now called the Endeavour River is part of
Cooktown's early history...
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Experience
the history
Lt James Cook's exploratory visit in 1770 and The
Palmer Gold Rush in 1873. James Cook Museum is administered
by the National Trust of Queensland and is considered
one of the most significant Trust museums open to the
public.
James Cook information here
Exploring the reef
Cooktown is the closest Australian town to the Great
Barrier Reef which lies just 10 kms offshore. So hire
your scuba gear or bring your own and go diving or snorkeling!
The home of the legendary black marlin, where the waters
are so clear you can actually see fish taking the bait!
So pack your rods and buy your bait then head off fishing
for the day or for complete relaxation and magical photography
opportunities of corals and marine life there are trips
to Lizard Island where camping on Lizard Island is permitted
in limited numbers.
more
information here
Marine
Air Seaplanes
Bush walking
There are many walking trails around Cooktown with unspoilt
beaches, glorious sunsets and the diverse ecology of
Lower Cape York so pack your boots, camera and picnic
lunch and hit the trails for your own private adventures.
Around Cooktown
The Wet Tropics
Discover the northern gateway to the Daintree National
Rainforest Park, part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage
Area. Quarantine Bay,
Keatings Lagoon, Archer Point, Black Mountain National
Park, Annan Gorge, Trevethan Falls, Cape Tribulation,
Cow Bay.
Here you will discover the diverse wild life and
see natures eco system at work.
Wet
Tropic information
Wet
Tropics Management Authority
Hopevale
Explore the beautiful Endeavour Valley, Barretts Lagoon,
Endeavour Falls, Isabella Falls, Elim Beach, Coloured
Sands &
Hopevale Aboriginal Community.
Hopevale information
Laura & Lakefield
Lakefield, Quinkan rock art and Queensland's second
largest park, Lakefield National Park, then have a taste
of freshly roasted coffee at the Lakeland Coffee House
& Store.
Laura
& Lakefield information
Fishing Adventures
From pristine rivers, beaches and the reef, Cooktown is
a fishing paradise. Charter boats are available to fish
the reef on half day or extended trips.
Fishing
information
Nugal-warra Rock Art
Guurrbi
Tours offers you the opportunity to accompany Nugal-warra
Elder and story-teller, Willie Gordon, on a visit to his
ancestral rock art sites, set high in the hills outside
Cooktown. Willie's magical tours, now listed by American
Express as One of Australia's Ultimate Must-Do Experiences,
follow paths trod by his ancestors through a dramatic
landscape to sites including the Reconciliation Cave and
an ancestral Birthing Site. Here Willie shares with his
guests the stories, myths and legends behind the art,
giving an amazing insight into Aboriginal society and
spirituality. With his great smile and infectious laugh,
he will also have you thinking about your relationship
with the land and your place in the world. Two-hour and
four-hour tours from Hope Vale are available, either self-drive
or with transport from Cooktown provided.
More
information here
contact info
Where:
Cnr Boundary & Charlotte St., Cooktown. QLD. 4871
Email Contact: info@cooktownmotel.com
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