All Port Douglas Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

Cairns: All Inclusive Waterfalls and Rainforest Tour

11 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the colourful underwater world of the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef on this full-day catamaran cruise to the Agincourt Reef. Accompanied by a marine biologist, you’ll learn all about the reef’s unique ecosystem and mind-boggling variety of marine life, and tuck into a delicious buffet lunch (included) on-board. Want to get closer? Choose from a guided snorkeling, scuba diving or Ocean Walker Helmet diving tour, or admire the magnificent corals on a semi-submersible submarine (extra costs apply).

Quicksilver Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Palm Cove

Swim among the fantastic marine life of the outer Great Barrier Reef on this full-day snorkel and scuba catamaran cruise from Port Douglas. Visit three different dive sites on Agincourt Reef, where you can choose to scuba, snorkel or both. Introductory and certified scuba dives are available, and expert guides are on hand to provide instruction and point out highlights of the underwater world. Enjoy a total of 5 hours on the reef, breaking to recharge with a buffet lunch plus morning and afternoon tea. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Port Douglas is included.

Silversonic 3 Outer Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Port Douglas

Get up close to Australia’s native wildlife at the award-winning Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas. Spot kangaroos and koalas as you wander through the wetlands; tiptoe past crocodiles in the savannah; meet nocturnal critters under a starry sky in nocturnal habitat; then take in views of the rainforest from the treetop canopy walk. Upgrade to include breakfast with the birds or “swimming” with the crocodiles.

Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas

1 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

See snapping crocs in action on this half-day tour to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures. Departing from Cairns or Palm Cove, explore the five different zones of this eco-park and working crocodile farm, including a narrated boat tour through a coastal lagoon. Stroll along elevated boardwalks to observe cassowaries, turtles, lizards, and koalas, and admire the mighty stars of the attraction at the thrilling Crocodile Attack Show.

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour from Cairns

5 hoursFree Cancellation

Discover the vibrant underwater world of the outer Great Barrier Reef with a Quicksilver snorkeling cruise from Port Douglas. Board a luxurious catamaran to Agincourt Reef, where you can tailor your day with activities like snorkeling, fish feeding, semi-submersible tours, or the unique Ocean Walker helmet dive. Complete the adventure with a tasty buffet lunch and options to take your exploration deeper with scuba dives for beginners or certified divers alike.

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Port Douglas

Immerse yourself in the natural wonders and Aboriginal heritage of Australia's Tropical North Queensland on this full-day tour from Cairns. First, head to the Mossman Gorge to take part in a traditional smoke ceremony with the indigenous Kuku Yalanji people. Then, enjoy lunch in the Daintree Village. After lunch, join a wildlife cruise on the Daintree River where you might see a crocodile, and learn about the fragile ecosystem of this impressive, serpent-like river system. Finally, head to Thornton’s Beach, where the rainforest meets the reef.

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore Northern Queensland’s natural beauty on a full-day tour of Cape Tribulation and the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Daintree Rainforest from Cairns. Start the day spotting koalas, kangaroos, and crocodiles at a wildlife park in Port Douglas, then head to Cape Tribulation beach. Take a guided hike through the rainforest, looking out for native birds such as cassowaries. End with a cruise on the Daintree River and perhaps spy wild crocodiles.

Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness (TCT)

12 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on a small-group day trip from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not available from Cairns) to explore the rainforest, aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. After exploring Kuranda’s arts and crafts markets, enjoy breathtaking views and a relaxing stop at Palm Cove beach. Limited to 20 guests, this tour ensures personalized service and expert commentary throughout, making it an unforgettable rainforest adventure.

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour from Port Douglas

Visit the outer Great Barrier Reef in luxury and style on a full-day cruise aboard a custom-designed vessel. Travel from Port Douglas to Agincourt or Opal Reef for snorkeling opportunities at three superb sites, and the option to do an introductory scuba dive—no experience required. Certified diving is available for advanced divers. Includes lunch, morning and afternoon tea, use of snorkel equipment, and guide.

Calypso Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Port Douglas

Solar Whisper Daintree River Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Admire the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Daintree Rainforest while someone else takes care of logistics on this full-day, small-group tour. Get picked up from Port Douglas, spot crocodiles on a river cruise, learn about local flora and fauna at Marrdja Botanical Walk, explore Mossman Gorge, and soak up the scenery at Mt. Alexandra Lookout. Plus, take a beach walk to the spot where the rainforest and Great Barrier Reef meet.

Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge: Full Day Tour

Journey to the rain forest village of Kuranda via two unique transit options on this memorable full-day tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Skip the line and enjoy Gold Class service aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway, winding through lush mountain passes and waterfall gorges along the way. In the opposite direction, glide above the treetops in a gondola and soak up spectacular views of the mountains and coastline on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. In Kuranda, enjoy leisure time to explore the heritage markets, learn about aboriginal culture or interact with native wildlife.

Skip the Line Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Join us for a fun, fast 15 minute speedboat ride where you will arrive at the Inner Great Barrier Reef at our exclusive snorkelling site located at Low Isles Reef. Up to 1.5 hours of snorkelling off the back of the boat. (No Island access on this tour option). Swim with tropical fish, with the possibility of seeing a sea turtle. If snorkelling is not for you then join the glass bottom boat tour instead, where you can view the reef without having to get in the water. Only 2 1/4 hours in duration means more time to do something else with your day.

Low Isles Reef Snorkeling Tour No Island Access

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Enjoy the sun, sand, and marine life of the Low Isles without the midday crowds—the early-morning or early-afternoon departures avoid the busiest times. Snorkel in the coral gardens, walk around the tiny islands, or take a glass-bottom boat tour so you can stay dry while admiring the underwater world. Choose whether to snorkel with or without a guide, depending on your confidence level.

Half Day Low Isles Snorkelling Tour from Port Douglas

4 hoursFree Cancellation

Embark on a full-day adventure to the pristine coral cay of Low Isles on this Great Barrier Reef sailing and snorkeling cruise from Palm Cove. Travel aboard a luxury catamaran with marine biologist guides, and snorkel straight from the white sandy beach among famous coral gardens teeming with tropical fish, giant clams and green sea turtles Experience the reef another way on a glass-bottom boat tour, and explore the island on a guided nature walk. Your full-day tour includes a delicious buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea and round-trip hotel transport from Palm Cove.

Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Palm Cove

Benefit from a full-day sailing tour from Port Douglas to the Outer Barrier Reef to swim, snorkel, and sail in one of Australia’s most famous destinations. Visit the northern portion of the Great Barrier Reef, where coral cays and turquoise ocean are home to colorful fish, sea turtles, and other marine life. Includes a buffet lunch, guided snorkel tour, glass-bottom boat tour, and commentary from a marine biologist guide.

Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas

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Explore some of the most incredible natural landscapes of far northern Queensland the easy way on this full-day group tour. Avoid the hassle of self-driving and just sit back and enjoy the views. Take a walk in Mossman Gorge, cruise in the Daintree Rainforest, check out Cape Tribulation Beach, and much more. This tour includes hotel pickup for added convenience and is a must for nature lovers.

Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge Small-Group from Port Douglas

Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge Small-Group from Port Douglas

This is a great tour for those who only want to spend a half-day out or are short on time. We visit two areas on this trip, Daintree River and Mossman Gorge. We begin with a drive along the Captain Cook Highway, on the way to the Daintree River, and share a little history along the way. Here, we board a cruise along the Daintree River, looking out for local wildlife, including the estuarine crocodile, snakes, birds, frogs, and more. After the Wildlife Cruise, we enjoy morning tea with Lamingtons and tea/coffee. Once in Mossman Gorge National Park, we conduct an interpretive walk along an elevated boardwalk. Weather dependent, we can enjoy a dip in the crystal-clear rainforest stream, whilst being surrounded by the beautiful and healing Mossman Gorge rainforest. What a memorable way to spend your morning!

Morning Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas

4 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Marvel over the lush landscapes of the Kuranda rainforest from above on an exciting full-day tour from Port Douglas, including hotel pick-up. After exploring the handicraft markets and art galleries of Kuranda village, choose from a range of activities including a thrilling ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Scenic Train. If that’s still not enough fun for one day, tag on a visit to Hartley's Crocodile Park, Tjapukai Aboriginal cultural park or the Wildlife Habitat Kuranda. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a personalised experience.

Port Douglas: Kuranda tour with Skyrail or Scenic Train

This exclusive, small group Daintree Rainforest and Cassowary Falls adventure tour is on a magnificent private property, located in the Daintree Valley of tropical North Queensland. It includes an all-action ATV ride, crossing creeks and rivers with jaw dropping views. An experienced rainforest guide shares their knowledge of this ancient forest during the tour. The highlight is swimming at the stunning Cassowary Falls, a pristine natural environment, where you can leave your worries behind and feed fish and turtles. It is one of the few places it is safe to swim in the Daintree, with no crocodiles here. This one is for people of all ages who love adventure, nature and the thrill of getting offroad. Dress to get wet and dive right in to the cool, refreshing waters of the beautiful Cassowary Falls. This tour also includes an Army Truck rainforest ride and transfers to and from Daintree Village.

UTV 4wd Cassowary Falls and Daintree Rainforest Adventure tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Daintree, Cape Tribulation & River Cruise from Port Douglas

Explore the charming village of Kuranda and the World Heritage rain forests of Tropical North Queensland on this full-day adventure from Port Douglas. Chug past waterfall-studded gorges with a ride on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, and glide above the treetops from a gondola on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Customize your day with the choice of many different activities, including a visit to Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park, guided nature tours at Rainforestation Nature Park, and memorable observation experiences of koalas and exotic birds.

Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Port Douglas

The Daintree's highlights are spread across rainforest, river, and coast, which is a lot to link up on a self-drive day from Cairns. Take a guided walk through the ancient forest at Mossman Gorge, watch for crocodiles on a Daintree River cruise, and walk the sand at Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the beach. A tropical lunch and a stop at the Daintree Ice Cream Company round out the day, with hotel pickup included.

Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns

12 hoursFree Cancellation

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Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge Small-Group from Port Douglas

Dennan_C, Oct 2026

A wonderful experience ✨

Ash our tour guide was wonderful. So funny, knowledgeable, and passionate. He really made the whole excursion (including the bus rides) so much fun. Every place we visited was beautiful (the swim in the rainforest eas my favourite). We even got to stop for ice cream on the way home. A wonderful experience ✨

UTV 4wd Cassowary Falls and Daintree Rainforest Adventure tour

Melinda_M, Oct 2026

Fantastic Family Holiday Activity

We had such an amazing time on this tour! We booked it as part of our family holiday to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and it ended up being the absolute highlight of our trip. Our two teenagers even said it was the best holiday activity we’ve ever done, which is a pretty big call! A huge thank you to our guides Greta, Jeremy and Sebastian — you were all fantastic and made the experience so much fun. A special mention to Jeremy, our driver, who was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and had such a great attitude and sense of humour. He made the whole experience even more enjoyable and is a real asset to the company. And another special mention to Greta, who was doing her very first tour and did an incredible job! She was professional, friendly and clearly passionate about what she was doing. We learnt so much about the local fruit and the Daintree that we had no idea about before. You absolutely nailed it, Greta! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for something fun, exciting and a little different to do while on holiday. It was fantastic for the whole family — and if you have teenagers, they will LOVE it!!!! Thanks again to the whole team for such a memorable experience and for giving us some great family memories!

Cairns: All Inclusive Waterfalls and Rainforest Tour

Carin_P, Oct 2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely unforgettable waterfall tour!

We had the most incredible day exploring Far North Queensland’s breathtaking waterfalls with our wonderful tour guide, Cheryl. Every waterfall we visited was absolutely spectacular — and being able to safely swim in these beautiful freshwater swimming holes while knowing we were in croc country made the experience even more special! Cheryl was an exceptional host — warm, knowledgeable, professional and genuinely passionate about sharing the beauty, stories and history of Country. Her Aboriginal history and cultural knowledge shared throughout the drive added such a meaningful layer to the experience and made the journey between the waterfalls just as fascinating as the destinations themselves. A special highlight was meeting Alan a QLD Murray, who was incredibly knowledgeable about his Country and its history. Hearing these stories from people with genuine connection to Country was something we really valued. The lunch was another highlight — absolutely delicious, generous and plentiful, with seconds and even thirds available! And to top it off, the lunch venue had its own waterfall, which was such a beautiful surprise. I also really appreciated seeing the tour company supporting a local, authentic Aboriginal business. Supporting local communities and Aboriginal businesses while experiencing Country in such a respectful and authentic way makes a huge difference. The whole tour was professional, well organised, informative, fun and incredibly memorable. I honestly could not fault it. If you’re visiting Far North Queensland and want to experience some of the region’s most beautiful waterfalls while learning about the Country, its history and culture, I couldn’t recommend this tour highly enough. 🌿💦❤️ Thank you, Cheryl, for an amazing day — we’ll be talking about this experience for a very long time!

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour from Cairns

Parthasarathy_R, Sept 2026

Hartleys

I was glad I was able to book this morning for the afternoon tour. I was amazed the whole thing went without any problem. We were picked up at the right place at exactly the time it was quoted. The driver/guide was humorous and wonderful and arrived at Hartleys almost 30 minutes the usual time that gave us a lot more time too see two shows, boat tour and also see all the trails and all the animals.

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

Amanda_A, Sept 2026

Good Single Day Option

I think this experience is the best you can ask for with only a single day's worth of time. Our guide, Luke, was so enthusiastic about each spot we visited, the wildlife, and the history. We had the chance to visit & swim at Mossman Gorge, take a crocodile spotting boat ride down the river, take a walk through a section of the Daintree Rainforest, and walk on the beach of Cape Tribulation. Each stop was very quick and a little hurried, but like I said that was expected with only a 1 day trip. The time in between was usually filled with Luke sharing some fun facts. My advice: If your schedule allows, try to stay in the Daintree overnight to get a more in depth look. Bring a rain jacket with you if rain is forecasted! Get the 4 flavor signature cup of ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream stop. I didn't think I was going to like the flavors, but turns out it was the BEST ice cream I've had in my entire 1 month trip up the East coast of Australia. Bring a change of dry clothes if you plan to swim at Mossman (you should). The quick schedule won't allow you time to dry.

Solar Whisper Daintree River Crocodile and Wildlife Cruise

Jane_W, Sept 2026

As a Cairns local of 25...

As a Cairns local of 25 years now this is the best crocodile experience I've taken visitors on. So nice to see them in their wild habitat. Love the quiet clean electric boat and David the tour operator is obviously passionate and knowledgable on his subject. Also good value in comparison to other offerings.

Cairns Rainforest River Tubing

Gesine_K, Sept 2026

Oops - we're doing it again!

We loved the river tubing so much, we've booked again! What a gorgeous experience! We were doing the tubing in September, with low water levels and this was a fun, but relaxing experience. The river was mostly shaded, a perfect place to stay out of the full sun. We enjoyed drifting gentle down stream, listening to birds and admiring the dragonflies. Rosie and the driver were lovely guides! Highly recommended tour🛟

Calypso Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise from Port Douglas

Carly_M, Sept 2026

We had such a great...

We had such a great experience! The entire crew was so friendly and helpful every step of the way. When my mom got a little panicked after first getting in the water, Katie, one of the marine biologists, was amazing—she calmed her down, stayed with her, and guided her until she felt comfortable. It made such a difference! Beautiful snorkeling and an even better crew. Highly recommend!

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Snorkel Cruise from Port Douglas

Anindita_B, Aug 2026

Overall this experience...

Overall this experience was incredible, we did the helicopter ride and the underwater helmet experience at an added cost which we felt made us rushed and we weren't able to go on the glass bottomed boat with the marine biologist. Whilst on the boat on the way to the pontoon we felt the safety briefing for snorkelling which was given live was not audible from downstairs and could have been clearer. If we had known that this briefing was going to happen upstairs we would've moved as we had previously moved upstairs for the marine biologist talk. It was not clearly conveyed that the hot drinks would only be served before departure on the way to and from the pontoon. There were plenty of cold options and seafood however there was a limited range of hot options especially as we do not eat beef or pork and one of the 2 only available hot options was beef. It was really helpful that we could keep our plates of food saved for after our activities as it meant that we were less rushed and didn't risk feeling sick before swimming. On the journey back, the water was extremely choppy and caused motion sickness.

Silversonic 3 Outer Barrier Reef Sites in 1 Day from Port Douglas

ScottAlexander_M, Jul 2026

Exceptional Day Out

We were two couples in 50s. Some had snorkelled elsewhere recently and some not/never. Our experience was exceptional from booking to pre-sail advice about what to take, to leaving on time, to just a truly memorable day. Three sites were different but by far our favorite was the second snorkel site of Turtle Island. Vibrant coral and wide variety of fish. 🐠 Personally I thought better than Fiji islands. The crew were friendly and slick. Everything ran like clockwork and instructions were clear and timely. The buffet lunch was yummy and plentiful, as were the snacks/tea/coffee. Liked the fact there were only 80 people on the SilverSonic and that no ladders were required for getting out of the water. . The unexpected Manta Ray show on the way back to PD just topped off a wonderful day. Well done to the entire SS team.

Outer Reef Mackay Cay Sail & Snorkel Adventure from Port Douglas

Jena_P, Jun 2026

Incredible day at the reef with Sailaway!

What an incredible day on the reef. Courtney, Mick and the rest of the crew were incredible - it was a beautiful day, the sailing was smooth. the corals and marine life were absolutely incredible. The crew took great care to ensure you have everything you need and the boat is excellent. It was a top notch experience and totally worthwhile.

Skip the Line Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

SheriLynn, Apr 2026

Gold Class All the Way!

The skyrail was a lot of fun and we met interesting people in our car. The views were spectacular! The town of Kaunda was nice and we had a great time at their zoo (an optional, additional expense). There were some nice shops all over town. Unfortunately, our visit was on a Tuesday, when many of the shops, especially those making hand crafts, were closed. The train ride home in Gold Class was exceptional! We sat in big comfy chairs and were served food and wine/beer all included! Our friends who didn’t book gold class, sat on benches in train cars with a water cooler! Our posh ride home was the perfect end to a great day!