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This private tour is a fun and convenient way of visiting the Daintree Rainforest from Cairns, Palm Cove, or Port Douglas. You won’t have to worry about driving yourself as you’ll be transported via a private, air-conditioned minivan. Experience the natural beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site while learning all about the unique flora and fauna here from your guide. Stretch your legs on a guided walk, cruise on the Daintree River, and much more.

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Private Daintree Wanderer Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(13)

from $740

Price varies by group size

Discover Kuranda's legendary railway and World Heritage rainforest, then unwind at tropical Palm Cove. Limited to 10 guests with multilingual guides (English, Mandarin, Cantonese), this small-group tour delivers rainforest adventure and beachside relaxation in one day. Board the Kuranda Scenic Railway through World Heritage rainforest, past Barron Falls and dramatic gorges. Your guide shares the railway's hand-built history and ecological wonders. Explore Kuranda Village at your leisure. Browse authentic markets, artisan galleries, and Indigenous art. Savour an Aussie BBQ lunch at Rainforestation Nature Park, then board a WWII Army Duck amphibious vehicle. Navigate jungle waterways into terrain conventional tours cannot reach, uncovering native plants and UNESCO biodiversity significance. Stroll Palm Cove's pristine beaches and dip your toes in the Coral Sea before returning to Cairns by 4pm. Small group means personalised attention and an unhurried pace.

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Kuranda Railway: Rainforestation Army Duck & Palm Cove Tour

8 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(6)

from $233

Explore Northern Queensland’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed Kuranda Rainforest on a full-day tour from Cairns. Take in the highlights of the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park with a thrilling Army Duck tour, followed by a guided tour of the Koala and Wildlife Park. Learn more about Kuranda’s unique Aboriginal heritage at the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, complete with traditional dancing, didgeridoo music, and spear-throwing demonstrations. Return transfers from Cairns hotels are included.

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Kuranda Highlights including Rainforestation Aboriginal Culture and Wildlife R1B

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

(39)

from $100

Likely to Sell Out

Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Rail including Artillery Museum

Fit in a full-day of sightseeing around Kuranda with this package. Start your day at the southern hemisphere’s largest artillery museum, before heading to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Marvel at the surrounding rainforest before reaching Kuranda. Here you will have time to explore and take in the views, before boarding the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Hotel-pick up and drop-off from Cairns ensures this is an easy and stress-free day out.

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Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Rail including Artillery Museum

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(6)

from $186

4-Day PADI Open Water Dive Course - Learn to Dive on the Great Barrier Reef

4 daysFree Cancellation

5.0

(28)

from $688

Likely to Sell Out

2 Day Daintree Rainforest and Outback Tour

2 daysFree Cancellation

5.0

(5)

from $313

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Port Douglas

7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.2

(29)

from $161

Small-Group Afternoon Cairns City Tour with Harbour Dinner Cruise

Explore Cairns with a local guide and enjoy a dinner cruise on this all-day combination tour. After a convenient pickup from your Cairns hotel, visit popular destinations like the Cairns Botanical Gardens and Barron Gorge National Park. At the end of a busy day, board a luxurious catamaran and set sail into the sunset while feasting on a buffet dinner. An alcoholic welcome drink is included.

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Small-Group Afternoon Cairns City Tour with Harbour Dinner Cruise

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.7

(32)

from $197

Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

from $853

Kuranda 60 minute Quad Bike Experience and Petting Farm

3 hoursFree Cancellation

4.7

(6)

from $130

Likely to Sell Out

Cairns Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Flight Adventure

**Due to High Fuel Prices a $10 levy is payable direct to Daintree Aviation** Experience the Great Barrier Reef like never before with a half-day adventure that combines thrilling snorkeling and stunning aerial views. Choose between a morning Snorkel/Fly or an afternoon Fly/Snorkel, both offering an intimate setting with just 27 guests on the vessel and 8 per flight. Dive into the vibrant marine life at Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches, then take to the skies with a 40-minute scenic flight over the breathtaking reef, Green Island, and Michaelmas Cay. Enjoy included snacks, snorkeling gear, and safety briefings for a seamless adventure. - Half-day tour featuring snorkeling at Upolu Reef or Breaking Patches - 40-minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef for stunning views - Small group sizes ensure personalized experiences (8 guests per flight) - Convenient transfers included between check-in location and General Aviation airport

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Cairns Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Flight Adventure

6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(2)

from $291

Cairns Hot Air Balloon Flight + Bad Fishy Jet Boating Cairns

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sun's first light as you float above the beautiful rainforest covered hills in the peace and serenity of a hot air balloon. Our experienced pilot will fly you over the stunningly lush Atherton Tablelands region for an experience like never before. After we gently touch back down, you’ll enjoy the incredible morning with a glass of sparkling wine or orange juice. From there our team will deliver you to the Marlin Marina for your next thrilling experience, a 35 minute jet boat ride on the Trinity Inlet. This ride is filled with spins, slides and adrenaline pumping speeds and in between the captain will provide you with some great information on Cairns and the region.

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Cairns Hot Air Balloon Flight + Bad Fishy Jet Boating Cairns

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(7)

from $404

Cairns: Daintree Rainforest and Waterfall 2-Day Tours

Take two days to explore the Cairns region on a group tour that visits the Atherton Tablelands and Daintree Rainforest. Go to spectacular national parks with waterfalls, lakes, volcanic craters, and ancient rain forest tracts, stopping at destinations such as Babinda Boulders, Josephine Falls, Mossman Gorge, and Lake Eacham Crater Lakes National Park. Includes two lunches, hotel pickup and drop-off, and transport by air-conditioned vehicle.

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Cairns: Daintree Rainforest and Waterfall 2-Day Tours

2 daysFree Cancellation

4.2

(5)

from $265

Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon + Lemoncello

Capture incredible bird’s eye view photos and revel in the sun's first light as you float above the beautiful rainforest covered hills in the peace and serenity of a hot air balloon. Our experienced pilot will fly you over the stunningly lush Atherton Tablelands region for an experience like never before. After we gently touch back down, you’ll enjoy a light snack and toast to the incredible morning with a glass of sparkling wine or orange juice. After your flight you will be emailed a voucher for a 3 course meal for Lunch or Dinner at Lemoncello's Restaurant

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Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon + Lemoncello

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(3)

from $404

Likely to Sell Out

Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour

A truly VIP experience, discover one of the great natural wonders of the world with a roundtrip helicopter scenic flight and a day at the Reef Cruises’ pontoon! Snorkel, Scuba Dive, visit the Underwater Observatory, witness the lively fish feeding demonstration, or learn more about this intricate ecosystem on an informative Glass Bottom Boat or Semi-Submersible tour. Pontoon facilities include ample undercover seating, fresh water rinse showers, changing rooms, and a spacious sundeck with lounges. This family-friendly day ticks all the boxes and also includes the only theme park-style waterslide at the reef – the popular Sunslide!

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Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(1)

from $1,238

Experience the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on a luxury catamaran cruise to Low Isles — no scuba certification required! Snorkel among sea turtles and tropical fish, view giant clams and coral gardens on a glass-bottom boat tour or join a guided nature walk around the island. You can also simply relax and soak up the sun on the beach. This delightful full-day tour includes a buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea and round-trip hotel transport from Cairns or Northern Beaches.

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Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns

10 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

(28)

from $234

Find some of Cairns’ gnarliest bike parks, and then hit the big one—Smithfield. This trail is legendary among serious cyclists and if you’re a keen mountain biker, you have to try this out for size. Race through the rainforest on over 35 miles of green, blue and blak-rated trails. See wildlife as you speed past, and experience the thrill of riding fast through one of the world’s oldest jungles.

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Mountain Bike Tour - Cairns

4 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(19)

from $203

Price varies by group size

Cairns Adventure Package - 4 tours in 3 days!

Enjoy 4 amazing adventure activities around Cairns in just 3 days, with hotel pickup included for convenience. Go tubing and white-water rafting on the Barron River, travel through the Atherton Tablelands in search of beautiful waterfalls and volcanic lakes, and explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. Note that a river levy fee applies, payable on the day.

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Cairns Adventure Package - 4 tours in 3 days!

3 daysFree Cancellation

5.0

(5)

from $419

Spend a day immersed in the beauty and culture of Tropical North Queensland. Departing from Palm Cove, glide above the coastal canopy in a gondola during a ride on Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. When you arrive in the mountain village of Kuranda, catch a ride on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway that winds through waterfall gorges and World Heritage-listed rainforest and explore the local heritage markets.

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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Palm Cove

5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.8

(5)

from $130

Experience the thrill of jet skiing in Cairns with no license or experience needed! Join a guided tour with Terra Marine and blast through the stunning Trinity Inlet – choose a quick 30-minute ride through open waterways, go all out on the full 1-hour adventure through shipwrecks and mangroves, or spot saltwater crocodiles and native birds on our unique 1-hour Croc Spotting tour. Speed, scenery, and wild nature – all in one unforgettable experience. Please note: You can book a solo jetski (1 person) or tandem jetski (2 people). If you need more than 1 jetski for your group, you'll need to make separate bookings. Drivers must be 16+ Passengers must be 8+ A minimum age of 18 is required for drivers taking a passenger.

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1 Hour Jetski Tour Cairns

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(9)

from $146

Per group

Likely to Sell Out

Small Group Waterfall Wetlands+ Skyrail All Inclusive from Cairns

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(18)

from $231

60 minute Reef Scenic flight

1 hourFree Cancellation

5.0

(6)

from $640

Cairns to Silky Oaks ONE WAY Private Transfer 6 pax

1 hour 45 minutesFree Cancellation

5.0

(2)

from $248

Per group

Cairns Pub & Club Tour

3 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

4.9

(37)

from $36

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What are the best tours in Cairns and the Tropical North?

There are plenty of high-quality tours and experiences in Cairns & the Tropical North. According to previous travelers, here are the best tours to book right now:

Are guided tours in Cairns & the Tropical North worth it?

Yes, guided tours of Cairns & the Tropical North are definitely worth it, especially if it's your first time "down under." With a guide at the helm, you don't need to worry about logistics, especially getting around, which can be tricky if you drive on the right-hand side of the road back home. Your guide can also fill you in on what you need to know when it comes to dangerous flora and fauna; Tropical North Queensland is a beautiful place, but there are definitely pretty things best admired from afar.

Per one customer who booked the Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran, "This full day trip is seriously amazing and so worth it, you'll totally lose track of time. The whole crew was super helpful and really wanted to make sure you were comfy. Huge thanks to Parker, Darcy, Simon, and the team for taking such good care of me, especially since I'm a nervous swimmer. The vibe, the boat, the crew, the food, and especially their knowledge of the reef, timing, and water safety, I mean really hats off to Passions of Paradise. I'd totally do it again with these guys. Highly recommend!"

How much do Cairns and the Tropical North tours cost?

Guided tours in Cairns and the Tropical North aren't as cheap as tours in Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, but that's because many tours incorporate outdoor activities that require more staff and overhead. The most affordable tours are self-guided tours and group walking tours starting around US$30 per person. Tours that include a trip to the rainforest or getting out on the water will set you back at least US$40 per person. And if one of your bucket list items is to visit the Great Barrier Reef, expect to pay a minimum of US$100 per person for a highly-rated tour.

For a tour at the lower end of the price range, consider the Cairns History Walking Tour for US$37 per person. In just 90 minutes, you'll hear about 4,000 years of history as you cover the city's main attractions, at least from the outside. You'll make brief stops at the Cairns Museum, Cairns Art Gallery, Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, and the Crystal Ball Bookstore. Pricier tours include the best-selling Cairns Half-Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience from US$123 per person. Slip into your Stinger Suit™ (included), grab a snorkel mask and fins (also included), and spend up to two hours exploring underwater at the colorful Upolu Reef. The tour price also includes light snacks as well as professional guides who will make sure you're safe while educating you about life at the Great Barrier Reef.

What activities are included on Cairns and the Tropical North tours?

Cairns and the Tropical North tours cater to an array of interests, but are best suited for those who are curious about nature and enjoy the outdoors. Activities run the gamut from hiking and tubing in the rainforest to snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef, and even encountering crocodiles, hand-feeding kangaroos, and cuddling koala bears. There are also plenty of activities centered around celebrating Aboriginal art and culture.

To see as much of Cairns and the Tropical North as possible in a short period of time, look for highly-rated multi-day tours. For example, the Cairns Super Saver: Reef Cruise, Daintree & Kuranda Rail/Skyrail package covers the city, gives you a healthy dose of the Daintree Rainforest, and ventures to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef where you'll enjoy snorkeling at two reefs. Modes of transportation on this 3-day tour include automobiles, boats, cable cars, and even a train.

How many days in Cairns and the Tropical North is enough?

For most people, 4–5 days in Cairns and the Tropical North is enough, especially when combined with visiting other areas of Australia. Spend one day getting your bearings in Cairns, where stopping by Cairns Aquarium should be mandatory, another day relaxing on the beach, and 2–3 days dedicated to visiting the Daintree Rainforest and Great Barrier Reef. Cairns is the gateway to both, and it would be remiss not to see them while you’re this far north.

What are the best attractions in Cairns and the Tropical North?

What are the best day trips around Cairns and the Tropical North?

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What are the best tours and things to do in Cairns and the Tropical North for couples?

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What are the best outdoor activities to do in Cairns and the Tropical North?

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What are the best tours and things to do in Cairns and the Tropical North for families?

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