Bellbird Park Developments Pty Ltd has operated Ellis Beach Bungalows and Caravan Park and the Ellis Beach Bar and Grill for many years.
Is there crocodiles in Palm Cove?
Crocodile sightings can be reported on 1300 130 372 and DES investigates all reports it receives. Palm Cove is within known “Croc Country” and it is vitally important that everyone in far north Queensland practices “CrocWise” behaviour. In particular: Obey crocodile signs—they are there for your own protection.
Are there crocodiles at Ellis Beach?
Crocodiles regularly stay submerged for up to 15 minutes and are experts at going undetected. The Department of Environment is currently trying to trap large and aggressive animals spotted at Clifton Beach and Kewarra Beach, now an Ellis Beach sighting has been added to their growing list .
Can you swim at Trinity beach?
The beach is very safe for swimming and like all Aussie beaches has lifeguards on duty and, in our tropical summer from November to May, a stinger-proof enclosure for protected swimming.
Can you swim in the sea at Cairns?
Yes, you can swim in the oceans at Cairns, but it is considered dangerous, especially from November to May . This is due to the presence of jellyfish and many other kinds of insects and organisms which might sting you. Stingers can be very harmful, and stings hurt a lot as they inject venom into your body.
Can you swim at Clifton Beach?
Clifton Beach has a swimming net and a great children's playground with barbeque facilities right on the beach for all to enjoy under the shade of big raintrees and plenty of parking space.
Are there sharks in Palm Cove?
Latest available figures from 2017 show 15 tiger sharks were caught on drum lines off Cairns beaches in a 12 month period, eight of which were at Ellis Beach, Buchan's Point and Palm Cove . They included a 3.5 metre monster but Mr Wanklyn told Tropic Now a five metre tiger shark was caught more recently.
Can you swim in beach at Palm Cove?
Swimming at Palm Cove is absolutely possible ! It's recommended that you swim at Palm Cove Beach when waves are low. When waves are high, the currents can become quite dangerous, practising basic beach safety is recommended with these conditions. Never enter waters that appear too choppy or strong.
Is Palm Cove safe?
Palm Cove has a very gentle slope as you enter the water which is safe for all age groups , and in just a few metres out you have enough depth to get your head under to float around in the beautiful Coral Sea. The only time it tends to get rough is if a strong southerly is blowing.
Are there crocodiles at Trinity Beach?
There are crocs in the far north and yes one was spotted at trinity beach but to put things in to perspective you have got more chance of being hit on the head from a falling coconut than you have of even seeing a croc. Trinity is the best swimming beach in Cairns and the most beautiful too.
Are there sharks at Trinity Beach?
He said 23 dangerous sharks had been caught off Buchans Point Beach, 13 at Clifton Beach, 33 at Holloways Beach, 26 at Palm Cove, 28 at Trinity Beach and 7 at Yorkeys Knob in the past five years. Ellis Beach had by far the biggest catch with 60 sharks.
Are there saltwater crocodiles in Cairns?
They are both fearful and fascinating creatures, with the Saltwater Crocodiles known for being the largest living reptile on earth. They are found throughout Australia's northern region, and Cairns is no exception .
Are there crocodiles in Atherton?
Andrew Mazgay's cane farm at Bibhoora, on the Atherton Tablelands, is not known saltie territory. It is 65 kilometres west of the coast and almost 400 metres above sea level. However, Mr Mazgay said he spots several crocs on a daily basis . “They're all about 1.2 metres long and I'm just watching one now,” he said.
Are there Box jellyfish in Cairns?
Some notes: Box Jellyfish on the Great Barrier Reef are quite dispersed and stings are infrequent and uncommon. Box jellyfish can also be found in the waters off Cairns' northern and southern beaches and their presence will be highlighted through signage at relevant times of the year.
Can you swim at Cape Tribulation beach?
Cape Tribulation
This amazing point is filled with stunning scenery, including pristine sands and mesmerising blue waters. However, the Cape Tribulation beach is, in fact, a crocodile infested area. With swimming completely restricted at all times .
Can I swim at Holloways Beach?
The place is located on the foreshore overseeing the Trinity Inlet. It covers an area of 4800 sq. meters and it's a saltwater lagoon offering visitors and local tourist to swim all the year round .
Can you swim Yorkeys Knob beach?
Ideal for kids to explore
Yorkeys Knob Beach is is a popular beach to visit, especially among the locals who know how good it is here! Situated approximately halfway between Cairns and Palm Cove in a quiet residential beach suburb. The lifesaving huts and designated swim area is at the northern end of the beach .
Why is there no beach in Cairns?
There is a pretty esplanade walkway and a narrow strip of sand but mostly Cairns has a busy estuary and salt water crocodiles, big ones . We also have stinger season in this part of the world, jellyfish visit our waters from around November to May, making unprotected swimming a fairly bad choice.
Are there bull sharks in Cairns?
A big bull shark landed last week from the beach north of Palm Cove . A HAUL of hefty sharks landed from a Cairns beach has a visiting angler convinced there's a healthy population of the big fish inhabiting the region's waters.
