Cooktown, part of Far north Queensland, Australia, is an attractive seaside town having beautiful landscapes, rugged mountain ranges, lush rainforests and rich history. From the botanical garden to the amazing views of green hill and informative museum, Cooktown tours assure an unforgettable journey for every traveler.
Begin your Cooktown historical tours by learning about the fascinating history of Australia at Cooktown Museum. This 19th century stunning structure shares the glimpse of a convent where the nuns and children lived there until the 1940s. You will get to see a beautiful, restored Sister of Mercy School building having displays like anchor and canon from Captain James Cook’s ship HMB Endeavour. These displays also tell the captivating story of reconciliation between the local indigenous people and Captain James Cook.
Additionally, you can visit Cooktown's history center to know more the town’s diverse history. You will go around the displays that showcase regional history through stories, photos, interactive displays, murals, maps and oral stories relevant to Cooktown’s history.
Enjoy Cooktown sightseeing tours from the top of Grassy Hill, for the breathtaking views of the Endeavour River and the Great Barrier Reefs. These sights are lovely especially at sunrise and sunset. These landscapes have an interesting story to share, Captain James Cook along with crew climbed the hill in 1770 to search for a safe passage through the reefs after repairing the Endeavour.
Don’t miss the sunset cruise to experience the magic of Endeavor River, one of the pleasant Things to do in Cooktown. From the harbor, head upstream to view the awesome sunset over the distant ranges, while enjoying a cheese platter and listening to delightful tales about Captain Cook’s infamous passage along the Cape, about the disastrous cyclones and lots of other interesting facts.
Discover the Cooktown Botanical Gardens & Natures Powerhouse. These botanic gardens are home to various plants, trees, and flowers from around the world. Also, you will be joyful seeing a large fountain in the center of the garden and plenty of sitting areas for relaxation and enjoying your surroundings, making it one of the Best Cooktown tours.
Walk through the botanic gardens then track down to the beach Finch Bay, another gem of Cooktown tourism, known for its rock formations, mountains and one large boulder that lays on the edge of the water addressed as a Whale Rock. Walk along the beach to immerse your legs in the fine sand and relax at the seaside.
Adventure lovers can engage in Cooktown adventure tours, by hiking the Mount Cook hiking trail. You need to hike 6 kilometers long trail which will take 3 to 4 hours to complete. When you reach the summit, you will get to see wonderful views of the town, The Great Barrier Reef, mountainous areas, and inland rivers and streams.
Cooktown eco-tours will surprise you with the fantastic Isabella Falls, on the outskirts of the city. This waterfall is quite exciting with a swimming hole which can help you escape that summer heat from North Queensland.
Explore Cooktown to the fullest with thoughtfully curated Cooktown vacation packages which can manage accommodation, transportation, and guided tours effortlessly and affordably. Whether you're looking for outdoor activities, adventures, or heritage explorations, these packages will take care of everything.
