Cairns Tours

Explore the tropics from Cairns through guided Cairns tours or cruises. With the lush Daintree Rainforest, the turquoise waters of the Great Barrier Reef and white sands of deserted tropical islands, there's something for everyone.

Hot Air Ballooning
This unique experience will see you soaring above the lush rainforest of the North Queensland Atherton Tablelands. Watch with amazement the inflation process before climbing into the basket, ready for take off, drifting up and up towards the clouds, providing the ultimate 360 degree views. Come back to earth with a champagne toast and buffet breakfast. The perfect addition to any North Queensland holiday!

Island Day Visits
Take a trip to one of the many Great Barrier Reef islands where you have the chance to explore the marine life, guided nature walks or relax on the beach. Cruise or fly to the lush and peaceful Green Island for snorkelling and check out the crocodile farm. Cruise onto the Great Barrier Reef through the shortest open sea crossing in North Queensland with the only operator allowed access to the beautiful uninhabited Frankland Island. Enjoy a day on Fitzroy Island and explore the marine life either by snorkelling or in the glass bottom boat.

Rainforest Tours
There are many Cairns tours going into the lush rainforests north of the town. Transportation types include 4 wheel driving, river cruises, guided walks, a canoe or ferry ride, and even swimming. Visit places like the Daintree River, Mossman Gorge, Cape Tribulation and even the Blue Lagoon.

Scenic Flights
Use a helicopter or plane to experience a Great Barrier Reef tour like no other. Take off from the Cairns City Helipad and begin your aerial tour of this incredible marine wonderland. Witness the coastline wizzing by and be on the lookout for reef creatures like manta-rays, turtles and sharks. Photo opportunities abound while flying over places like Four Mile Beach, the Low Isles, the Daintree Rainforest and Green Island.

Snorkelling & Diving Day Tours
Cairns is your gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. There are many different snorkelling and scuba diving Cairns tours that depart from Reef Fleet Terminal. See the Great Barrier Reef and all its marine life up close and personal. Swim with Dwarf Minke Whales, experience spectacular wall and drift scuba dives, or keep dry using an underwater observatory.

Tourist Attractions
Just 20 minutes up the road from Cairns you will find the Kuranda Scenic Railway and the Kuranda Skyrail. Both are world famous for their unique styles of transportation and their rainforest perspectives. While in Kuranda you should also see the Rainforestation Nature Park and watch traditional.

White Water Rafting
Live the adventurers dream and race down the Barron River, Russell River and the Tully River on some of best rapids in the country. There are family options that can include kids as young as 6. Start on something easy like a grade 1 rapid or power up for the adrenalin rush of grade 4 rapids for those more experienced with white water rafting.