Why Summer is Actually the Best Time to Visit Queensland

Long days, balmy weather, crystal clear waters and sunny skies – we’re talking about Queensland summer of course!

While it’s our favourite time of year, many travellers shy away from visiting Queensland during the summer months because they’re afraid of the heat and potential rainy days. Let us tell you, they’re missing out! Read on to learn why summer is actually the best time to visit the Sunshine State.

Summer is Waterfall Season

Although summer in Queensland may be the wet season (don’t worry, most of the rain comes in just short afternoon downpours), it’s the perfect time to chase waterfalls. Thanks to the rain, streams that usually only trickle begin to thunder, and waterfalls that are usually just great become spectacular.

Holiday in Cairns for easy access to the abundant swimming holes of Crystal Cascades and to catch the Kuranda Rail and Skyrail to see the incredible Barron Falls at their very best. If you’re on the Gold Coast be sure to head inland to Springbrook National Park, home to the towering Purling Brook Falls, while the Sunshine Coast Hinterland boasts the mammoth Kondalilla Falls. You’ve never seen waterfalls like this before.

Smoother Seas and Warmer Water

If snorkelling and diving are your thing, summer is the perfect time to do so in Queensland. The northerly winds of the summer months are typically calmer than the southerly winds of winter, meaning that summer offers some gloriously clear days on the water. And, if you’re prone to seasickness, summer is the best time to head out on an underwater adventure.

As such, there’s no better time to book a snorkelling or diving trip to the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns or Port Douglas. Or, if you’re heading to Southeast Queensland, the Tangalooma Wrecks of Moreton Island are well worth exploring. Be sure to keep your eye out for turtles – you’re more likely to see them in summer, as November to February is hatching season!

Summer Sees Fewer Tourists

Aside from Christmas and the school holidays, summer tends to be a quieter time in Queensland, with fewer tourists making their way to the Sunshine State. This means higher availability with lower prices, plus it will be easier to get into restaurants and there will be more room on popular tours! So, if you don’t mind some mild humidity and the occasional afternoon storm, summer is the best chance you’ll have to see Queensland without the huge tourist crowds.

Wild Wildlife Encounters

Summer is by far the best time to spot wildlife in the Sunshine State – with an abundance of food available at this time of year, all of Queensland’s favourite critters come out to play. Hear the sound of frogs croaking during a summer rainstorm, or take a drive along the Cassowary Coast, where you’ll find the highest concentration of endangered southern cassowaries on earth. From hopping wallabies to colourful birds and butterflies, there are countless wildlife encounters to be happen during a Queensland summer holiday.

Summer is Fruit Season

While some know Queensland summer as the ‘Green Season’, the colourful fruit that grows this time of year is anything but. Australia’s juiciest fruits are in season during summer, so prepare to feast on tangy pink lychees, smooth purple plums and sweet yellow mangoes – there’s nothing better after a warm day in the sun! If you’re holidaying in Tropical North Queensland, be sure to stop by Rusty’s Markets, which is always filled with fresh local produce in summer.

Discover Your Queensland Summer Holiday

Now are you convinced that summer is the best time to visit Queensland?
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