Tropical North Rainforests
Where the rainforest meets the reef is the best way to describe
the Tropical North. Magnificent heritage listed rainforests
stretch from the hinterlands down to the golden sands of the
picture perfect, palm lined beaches.
The rooftop canopy of the rainforest allow smaller species of
plant life to grow, protected from the harsh tropical sun and
keeping the lower levels of the rainforest in a damp, humid
environment. The summer months provide heavy tropical rains,
sometimes cyclonic conditions, to keep the rainforest alive and
well.The rainforests have been growing for well over 100million
years.
Under the rainforest canopy a host of animal life includes many
varieties of insects, birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians.
The rainforests are home to over thousands of plant species
including trees, vines, palms, ferns, epiphytes. Unknown plants
and animal species are still being discovered to this day.
Many crystal clear rivers flow through deep gorges providing an
oppurtunity to cool of from the humid conditions. Very often you
can see fish and eels swimming around with you.
You could easily spend a week bushwalking, birdwatching and
being amazed at the awesome sights of the rainforest.