Queensland contains five terrestrial climatic zones ranging from temperate to tropical humid, and two marine climate zones inshore (tropical and subtropical). It also has 5 of Australia's 13 World Heritage Areas including the Great Barrier Reef, Wet Tropics and Gondwana Rainforests of Australia.

It is best known for its sparkling coastline and idyllic islands dotting the wondrous Great Barrier Reef, state also features rugged outback landscapes and ancient rainforests which are home to some of the world's most unusual animals.