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Reaching one of Australia’s most remarkable fossil sites on your own can be challenging, especially when you want to get real insight from what you’re seeing. This guided day tour to Lark Quarry Conservation Park makes it easy to visit the "Dinosaur Stamped," where more than 3,000 preserved footprints reveal a dramatic moment from around 95 million years ago. With a guide offering insight into the area's geology and prehistoric landscape, gain a better understanding of the site while enjoying wide-open outback scenery.

Take a trip out to a hidden surfing paradise and learn to surf on Australia’s longest wave on this 4WD adventure and beginner surf lesson combo tour from Rainbow Beach. With the guidance of your instructors, this tour is a great way to learn the basics of surfing and make some new friends in a picture-perfect location.

Head out to the coast and explore the sandy beaches of K’gari (Fraser Island) on a unique eco tour. To make the most of your time, stay overnight at Kingfisher Bay Resort before your trip, and wake up refreshed and ready for 2 days of 4X4 rainforest and beach exploration. Trust your local guide to take you to all of the most popular locations on the island and some special hidden extras: Lake McKenzie, Pile Valley and Lake Wabby.

This family friendly experience will please every member of your group. You’ll start with a 60-minute ATV tour of Kur-Cow Barnwell Farm, through farmland and forest, keeping an eye open for the resident beef cattle. The four-wheel vehicles are suitable for kids and adults. After this exciting experience, spend time in the petting zoo and horse stable getting to know the local animals.

Go snorkeling or scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day cruise from Cairns. Relax on board your 80-foot (25-meter) luxury catamaran as your captain sails to two exclusive locations on the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to snorkel or dive, with full instruction provided by guides, and see an array of colorful fish, sea turtles, and corals. Your tour includes morning and afternoon tea, and a buffet lunch, with additional beverages available for purchase.

Explore the lush beauty, amazing wildlife, and rich heritage of Tropical North Queensland on this customizable full-day trip to Kuranda from Cairns. Travel to this enchanting rainforest village aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, and choose from a variety of activities including visits to Birdworld and Rainforestation Nature Park. Hang out with koalas and exotic birds, browse local markets, and more. At the end of the day, glide through the treetops back to Cairns on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Whether you’re exploring the Outback by bus or just would prefer to leave driving to the experts for the day, enjoy the Australian Age of Dinosaurs outdoor museum in style when you join this convenient tour, with pickup and drop-off direct from your accommodation. All three museum tours are prebooked and scheduled, with shuttle transfers around the enormous site, and hot drinks as an extra bonus.

Woondum National Park is full of subtropical rainforests—and off-road trails ideal for exploring on all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). This half-day ATV bike tour makes it easy to hit the trails in the park, even for first-timers. After a safety and tour briefing, ride the bikes on a specialized training track for roughly 30-40 minutes. Then, ride through the park to natural rock pools to swim, relax, and have snacks before making the return journey.

Spot humpback whales swimming and playing in their natural environment on this half-day Hervey Bay catamaran cruise. Observe the majestic sea creatures using the boat’s underwater viewing windows or listen to the whales sing using the onboard hydrophones. Learn all about the gentle giants from your expert guide, then tuck into morning or afternoon tea as you watch the whales from the deck.

Discover the natural wonders of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day tour to Chillagoe Caves and Granite Gorge. Travel from Cairns by rugged 4WD vehicle with a naturalist guide, passing over the McAllister Ranges and the Great Dividing Range as you explore the Australian Outback. Visit Chillagoe-Mungana Caves National Park, drive near the wetlands to spot Australian native wildlife, and stop by historic mining towns. This small-group tour also included morning tea and a pub lunch.

Tackle the grade II and III rapids of the Barron River on this adrenaline-pumping half-day tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Prepare to get wet and wild as you hurtle over the rapids, then float downstream past the jagged cliffs, plunging ravines, and lush rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park. Best of all: With full instruction provided, this tour is suitable for all levels, including complete beginners.

Delve into the beautiful Maiala Rainforest, inside D’Aguilar National Park, for a full day of exploration. This private tour gives you maximum attention from your experienced nature guide who will take you to the rainforest’s most scenic spots, including a waterfall, eucalypt forest, pine groves, and mountain views. You will see plenty of wildlife including various bird species along the way. A scenic stop for coffee/tea and a snack is included.

Save money by booking this 2-day package—covering a 4x4 adventure to Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, plus an adventure to Chillagoe—for a full Aussie Outback experience. Your local tour guide navigates the vast Outback and rainforest for you—all you have to do is enjoy yourself.

Find adventure in the vast Australian Outback on this comprehensive 3-day tour package. Discover the best of Cairns, the Great Barrier Reef, the Daintree Rainforest, and the Outback. On your first day, cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef on a catamaran and snorkel in the clear waters at two Outer Reef sites. Spend a day riding to Chillagoe in a 4X4 vehicle with a local guide, and on your last day, explore the ancient Daintree Rainforest and famous Cape Tribulation Beach. Along the way, learn about the wildlife and ecology of the region from your naturalist driver-guide.

From the Great Barrier Reef to the Daintree Rainforest, experience the best of Far North Queensland on an experience that combines three bestselling tours into one—at a discounted price. Over three days, enjoy a snorkeling cruise at the Great Barrier Reef, ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway and see all the beautiful sites of the rainforest and Barron Gorge, glide above the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail Cableway, and go on a full-day 4WD adventure with a local guide to Daintree National Park and Cape Tribulation. Save up to 10% off when booking this package.

See more in less time on this 2-day tour that takes in the wonders of UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, as well as the magic of the Great Barrier Reef. On day one, roam through Daintree on custom-built 4WD vehicles while your local guide shares their extensive knowledge of flora and fauna. Then on day two, sail to the outer Great Barrier Reef and jump off board to snorkel snorkeling.

Experience the magic of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Fraser Island on this full day tour. Take in gorgeous views as you visit the pristine fresh water Lake Mckenzie, lush Central Station Rainforest, the seemingly endless 75 Mile Beach and more. With a maximum of 17 guests on this tour, you can be sure of a personalized experience.

Get a taste of the Atherton Tablelands during this 10-hour food tour and tasting experience from Cairns. Learn about how the volcanic soil allows cultivation of diverse range of produce and taste the spoils of this region. All tastings and meals are provided, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off.

Experience the beauty of the Rangelands Outback Camp in the evening, after the heat of the day has passed. You’ll be picked up from your accommodation in Winton and transported to Rangelands in time for sunset. Admire the changing hues in the sky and across the land from a spectacular viewpoint. Nibbles will be provided so just bring your own drinks.

Set sail for a quintessential Aussie beach adventure with a half-day cruise to beautiful K’gari (Fraser Island). Look out for dolphins and sea turtles as you cruise out across Hervey Bay, then enjoy free time to explore the island. Swim, take a beach walk, or opt to kayak, fish, or snorkel. Back on board, tuck into a BBQ lunch, including fresh Hervey Bay prawns, on the return cruise.

Discover the world’s largest sand island as you embark on a 3-day, 2-night excursion to Fraser Island from Rainbow Beach. Experience the thrill of driving a 4x4 over the beaches and through the jungles of the island stopping at several points of interest along the way. Swim in the bubbly Champagne Pools, see a rusty shipwreck right on the beach, and enjoy plenty of time to mingle and relax at the campsite.

Experience Australia’s natural beauty up close on a thrilling half-day 4WD adventure from Cairns. Venture to Barron Gorge and Kuranda National Parks, and witness the startling contrasts of tropical rainforest, savannah, and rugged mountains, without worrying about navigating off-road paths. Stop along the way to snap photos of the mighty Barron Falls and swim in the clear waters of Davies Creek.

Spend a day immersed in nature, without worrying about logistics, on this day trip from Cairns. Experience the natural wonders of Queensland’s Atherton Tablelands and visit different parts of the UNESCO-listed Daintree Rainforest. Explore waterfalls like Josephine and Millaa Millaa, swim in Lake Eacham, and see the Cathedral Fig Tree, with lots of time for swimming and a flexible itinerary adapts to weather and group preferences.

This experience is an excellent way to experience the beauty of Australia’s wildlife. Visitors can walk through conserved wetland and witness kangaroos in their natural habitat; observe an array of bird species hunting for food in the wetlands; and look for sleepy koalas high in the eucalyptus trees. There are also a variety of natural vegetation and trees to observe.