Local Tourism Organisations
There are six Local Tourism Organisations (LTOs) in Tropical North Queensland which target grass roots industry development, in-region trade and media support and collaborative marketing investment. LTOs liaise with their Regional Tourism Organisation and state bodies on behalf of their members.
TTNQ shares a Memorandum of Understanding with each of the LTOs in Tropical North Queensland.
Tourism Port Douglas Daintree
Tourism Port Douglas Daintree is the destination marketing organisation for the Douglas Shire which includes Port Douglas, Low Isles, Mossman Gorge, Daintree Village and Cape Tribulation. Wangetti is the southern-most point of this region and Bloomfield is the northern-most.
Tourism Atherton Tablelands
Tourism Atherton Tablelands is the destination marketing organisation for the Atherton Tablelands which includes Kuranda, Mareeba, Atherton, Lake Tinaroo, The Lakes District, Yungaburra, Malanda, Millaa Millaa, Herberton and Ravenshoe. The region is within the boundaries of the Mareeba Shire Council and Tablelands Regional Council.
Cassowary Coast Tourism
Cassowary Coast Tourism is the destination marketing organisation for the Cassowary Coast which includes Innisfail, Etty Bay, Flying Fish Point, Cowley Beach, Mission Beach, Hinchinbrook Island, Wooroonooran National Park, Tully and Cardwell. The region is within the boundaries of the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.
MAREEBA SHIRE TOURISM
In the tropical north of Australia, the Mareeba Shire is ‘Where the Rainforest Meets the Outback’ Mareeba Shire Tourism is the official Local Tourism Organisation (LTO) for the Mareeba Shire which includes Kuranda, Mareeba, Chillagoe, Mt Molloy, Julatten, Dimbulah, Mt Carbine and Irvinebank.
Gulf Savannah Development
Gulf Savannah Development (GSD) is the regional economic development, advocacy and facilitating organisation for the Gulf Savannah Region that delivers projects and initiatives for the benefit of the entire region. GSD brings together Councils, businesses and community to develop the regional economy, including the visitor economy through a tourism collective, advocacy, promotion and product development.
Cooktown and Cape York
With Cook Shire Council, the Cooktown Chamber of Commerce and Tourism has entered a three-way partnership marketing agreement with Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) to facilitate the development of a joint action plan to promote local and regional tourism, complimentary membership of TTNQ and product listings for all Chamber (Tourism) members.
Local Tourism Associations
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A place that feels almost imagined 💙✨
Discover the Great Barrier Reef through guided snorkelling, incredible marine life, and meaningful connections to culture, conservation, and the ocean with @dreamtimecairns
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Birdsong, fresh air and slow mornings. Sometimes the best soundtrack is the one nature gives you.
📍Chewko, @visitmareebashire
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Spotting a turtle on the Great Barrier Reef never gets old 🤩🐢
🎥 @dive_down_under for @downundercruiseanddive
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Standing in the presence of Australia`s tallest single-drop waterfall is something you`ll never forget.
Wallaman Falls is one of North Queensland`s most spectacular natural wonders, where water plunges 268 metres into the rainforest below. Whether you`re taking in the view from the lookout or tackling the hike to the base, every angle is unforgettable. 🌿✨
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⚠️ Make sure to stick to the path and follow signs when hiking.
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Fashion. Culture. Story. ✨
CIAF 2026 Fashion came alive at The Mill, Yirrganydji Country, showcasing powerful collections inspired by Reclamation and Regeneration. A celebration of Indigenous fashion, creativity, culture and community that won`t be forgotten!
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Chasing waterfalls and hidden gems in the Atherton Tablelands 🌿
From swimming in volcanic crater lakes to exploring ancient rainforests and charming country towns, this is where Tropical North Queensland slows down and surprises you at every turn. ✨
📍@athertontablelands
🎥 @rosegumswildernessretreat
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Paradise found 🏝️ Crystal-clear water, rainforest walks, and snorkelling straight off the beach. Just a short ferry from Cairns and feels like another world ✨🐢
📍 @fitzroyisland
🎥 @jesswardphoto
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Cairns is turning it on this NAIDOC Week with an incredible lineup of First Nations art, music, fashion and culture ✨
On the Lawn and Live | 8 July
Enjoy an evening of live music and exhibitions from talented First Nations artists at Cairns Art Gallery, in the heart of the city.
Artist & Curator Talks | 9 & 11 July
Go behind the artwork with insightful conversations at artist panels and talks at Cairns Art Gallery.
Cairns Indigenous Art Fair (CIAF) | 9–12 July
Held at the Tanks Arts Centre, CIAF showcases one of Australia’s leading First Nations art events, featuring exhibitions, artisan markets and cultural demonstrations.
CIAF Fashion Performance | 9 - 10 July
Experience contemporary First Nations fashion on the runway at The Mills, where designers bring culture, storytelling and style to life in a powerful showcase.
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Skipping the supermarket for roadside fruit stalls. Doesn`t get fresher than this 🥥
📍 @fromdaintreewithlove, @portdouglasdaintree
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A little island calm goes a long way 🌊✨ Blue ocean, gentle waves and beautiful mornings on Russell Island.
🎥 @phlipvids
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