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Heading for the hills in Tropical North Queensland

Think ‘Tropical North Queensland’ and invariably the Great Barrier Reef comes to mind, but venture into the mountains and you’ll soon see this area has so much more to offer.

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50 things to do in Tropical North Queensland

You’ll never be short of things to do here, what with the Great Barrier Reef, Wet Tropics rainforest, waterfalls, gorges and abundant natural beauty, but if you’re looking for inspiration, here are 50 things to tick off the list.

Destinations

Mighty Morton

Not far from Sydney or Canberra, this wilderness and bushwalking mecca is home to the Budawang Range and Fitzroy Falls – it’s also one of the birthplaces of the national parks movement in NSW.

How To

Under cover: Bush accommodation

Swag, rooftop tent, camper-trailer or tent. As with vehicles, bush accommodation options are many – and the final choice will depend on a number of factors unique to you, your family and your destinations.

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Single tracks and troll trails: MTB Norway

Take a ride in Norway’s wild outback through a land of trolls and tortured trails on the Birkebeinerrittet, the biggest mountain bike race in the world that you’ve never heard of.

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Jungle fever: Costa Rica traverse

Join Australian Geographic Adventure photographer Mark Watson on an incredible journey across untamed Costa Rica, from the Pacific to the Caribbean, on mountain bike, kayak, river-raft and foot.

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A day of adventure

Whether it is one of the myriad day walks through national parks, a ride on a world-rated mountain-bike trail system or a paddle in a river or the ocean, the sheer volume of choice is nearly too much. We’ve made it easier for you by selecting some of the very best experiences.