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What to Pack for Port Douglas: A Practical List

What to Pack for Port Douglas: A Practical List

Port Douglas is tropical, casual and warm all year, so you can pack light. Here's what you'll actually use.

Clothes

  • Light, breathable clothing: cotton and linen shirts, shorts and summer dresses.
  • Swimwear (at least two sets, so one can dry).
  • One smart-casual outfit for dinner. Even nice restaurants are relaxed.
  • A light jumper for winter evenings and the cooler Tablelands.
  • A light rain jacket in the wet season (roughly November to April).

Sun and water

  • A wide-brim hat, sunglasses and high-SPF reef-safe sunscreen.
  • A rash vest. Stinger suits are usually provided on reef trips.
  • A reusable water bottle.

Rainforest days

  • Comfortable shoes with grip for boardwalks and wet rocks.
  • Water shoes for Mossman Gorge and creek swims.
  • Insect repellent.
  • A small dry bag for your phone.

Handy extras

  • Motion sickness tablets for boat trips and the winding range roads.
  • Offline maps. Coverage is patchy north of the Daintree River.
  • An Australian power adapter (Type I) for international visitors.

Luggage on your transfer

Our vans take up to 7 passengers with standard luggage. If you're bringing golf clubs, a surfboard, a bike or extra-large bags, add a note when you book so we match the right vehicle. See Cairns Airport to Port Douglas transfers.

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