Top Cairns & the Tropical North Culture

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.

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.

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.

Let’s Go Buggin’ and Let’s Go Shroomin’! Follow your expert photographer around Cairns Botanic Gardens, learn professional photography tricks, and learn all about the wildlife that live there. Bridgette Gower is a highly-experienced photographer specializing in the tiny, weird and wonderful, and on this unique tour, she will teach you how to use your camera to take pro shots. See bugs, frogs, fungi and more, and explore the depths of the botanic gardens.

Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef. Climb aboard a superyacht in Cairns and set sail to two different outer reef locations. Explore the colorful world underneath the water, and snorkel or dive for a closer look. A delicious barbecue lunch and light refreshments are included.

Spend a day on the Great Barrier Reef at two different snorkel and dive sites on this luxury catamaran cruise from Cairns. Travel in style aboard a fast, comfortable catamaran to the outer edge of Upolu Reef, "Wonder Wall," and the Upolu Cay reef area where you can choose to snorkel or dive (additional cost) and observe the coral that's teeming with colorful fish. Take an Adventure Snorkel & Glass Bottom Boat Tour through the highly protected no-fishing zone sites and refuel with a buffet lunch on board the catamaran.

**Please note: Due to Cyclone Jasper, this tour is currently offering a revised itinerary as there is currently no access to Cape Tribulation or Kuranda/Barron Falls.**   Head out on a rainforest adventure on the original Daintree Rainforest Tour. Take a guided walk along Cape Tribulation to see flawless white beaches and ride a 4 wheel drive into dense tropical rainforest on the Bloomfield Track. Cruise on the river Daintree and listen to your expert and experienced guides explain all of the local wildlife and biodiversity of the area. Explore Daintree on a boardwalk in the mid-canopy.

Explore the Great Barrier Reef and a lush island rain forest on this full-day catamaran tour to Green Island from Cairns. Create your own perfect day on this protected coral cay with a variety of activities including snorkeling, scuba diving, Seawalking, nature walks, and tours on a glass-bottom boat. Upgrade to include a delicious buffet lunch on board the catamaran and/or a ride in a semi-submarine. It’s a fantastic way to discover the underwater wonders of the world’s most famous reef!

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 natural wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day tour to Fitzroy Island. After arriving from Cairns on a fast ferry, have free time to do what you choose: snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef, lounge on the white-sand beach or see the coral from a glass-bottom boat. Upgrade to add the Activity Pass Plus Lunch, which provides a picnic lunch, snorkeling gear, stinger suit, a glass-bottom boat tour.

Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kuranda Rainforest and observe native Australian wildlife on a full-day tour from Cairns. View the rain forest as you ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway in a gondola. Tour the Rainforestation Nature Park in an amphibious Army Duck vehicle that offers another vantage point on the forest, visit the koalas, kangaroos and other critters at the Koala and Wildlife Park. Learn about Aboriginal culture at the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience. After a classic Aussie barbecue lunch, take the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway back to Cairns.

First time in Cairns? Discover the gateway to Queensland’s tropical north on this 5.5-hour sightseeing tour. Visit city attractions like the Flecker Botanical Gardens and St Monica's Cathedral, and stroll along the scenic Cairns waterfront. Indulge in a delicious Devonshire afternoon tea (included) taking in the stunning views from the jetty at Palm Cove before taking a short walk through the Lower Barron Gorge National Park. For the full experience, upgrade to include a 2-hour morning cruise to Green Island in the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef marine park. This small-group tour is limited to 20 people.

Venture off-the-beaten-track and explore the UNESCO-listed wilderness of Australia’s tropical north on this full-day tour from Cairns. Journey along the Captain Cook Highway; take a guided hike through the Mossman Gorge and cool off with a dip in the Mossman River. After lunch (included), look out for crocodiles on a scenic cruise down the Daintree River, then continue to Cape Tribulation to trek through the Daintree Rainforest and enjoy magnificent views over the Great Barrier Reef. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

Sail on a 2-masted schooner from Cairns to Green Island for a full day of snorkeling, swimming, and scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef. Have a choice of options for exploring Green Island, spending time in the water around the magnificent coral reefs, or lazing on the white sandy beaches. Enjoy the expertise of the superb crew, in addition to buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea, and a glass of wine as you cruise back to Cairns.

Explore the wild landscapes of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day tour from Cairns. Cruise around the Lake Barrine crater lake, spot native wildlife the UNESCO-listed wet tropics rainforest, and tour the magnificent Paronella Park. Along the way, see natural wonders like the Curtain Fig Tree, and take a swim beneath Millaa Millaa Falls. Enjoy your choice between two itinerary options for the day.

Join a naturalist guide and discover the uniqueness and diversity of the region's tropical rainforests on this all-day tour from Cairns. Travel through the Wet Tropics Rainforest of Wooroonooran National Park and the Atherton Tablelands and visit local attractions such as Millaa Millaa Falls (one of the most photographed waterfalls in Australia), Lake Barrine, Curtain Fig Tree, and more.

Journey to Queensland’s Far North to explore the UNESCO-listed rainforest of Kuranda on this 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, where you’ll enjoy a close encounter with crocodiles, Tasmanian Devils and kangaroos. Finally, immerse yourself in Kuranda’s unique Aboriginal heritage at the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, complete with traditional dancing, didgeridoo music and spear throwing demonstrations.

Adventure in the vast Australian outback on a personalized 3-day tour. Explore the Great Barrier Reef on a superyacht, and snorkel in the clear waters on your first day. On your second day, ride to the Chillagoe caves in a customized 4X4 vehicle made for the off-road terrain and learn about the Gimuy-walubarra yidi people, the traditional custodians of the land here. On your third day, explore the rainforest and learn about the wildlife and ecology of the region from your naturalist guide and driver.

Learn all about the history of the beautiful city of Cairns on this small group walking tour. Your guide will talk about the history that is 40,000 year old, at least. Learn about the architecture, art, and landmarks, as well as outdoor aboriginal artworks. Talk about colonialism, pirates, the opium trade, and much more, giving you a rich picture of what Cairns is all about.

If you’d like to see what lies beyond the beaches of the Whitsunday Islands, this day tour to two magical waterfalls is what you’re looking for. Hidden within the rainforests and mountains of Eungella National Park, Aurelien Waterfall and Wheel of Fire Waterfall lead to refreshing water holes you can swim in. Spot tropical birds, plants, and fungi. Moderate fitness is advised and be prepared to cross a stream.

Voted the number 1 must-see attraction in Tropical Far North Queensland is Paronella Park. We invite you on a journey enriching your senses and opening your mind to another world and time. You will encounter the whole experience of Paronella Park, creating unforgettable memories and interactions, this tour, including dinner, begins in the afternoon and takes you into the evening. Our time offers a personalised interpretative tour departing Cairns at 10.45 am. The first destination is visiting the stunning Babinda Boulders, grabbing a bite to eat at the famous Babinda Bakery. Followed by the extraordinary opportunity to see a Cassowary face-to-face in the wild, we journey through the art deco township of Innisfail and arrive at Etty Bay. Home to the Southern Cassowary, you will likely see a Cassowary enjoying the afternoon on the beach. This is truly an experience that you will talk about for years to come.

Take two days to explore the Cairns region on a small-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, Mt. Hypipamee National Park, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Includes two lunches and transport by air-conditioned vehicle.

Experience Australia's rich Aboriginal culture and the Daintree Rainforest on a full-day tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Meet your local indigenous guide at Cooya Beach to learn traditions of hunting and gathering food supplies, then explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest. This small-group tour that has a maximum of 18 participants, ensuring a hands-on experience with your guide. Choose from two afternoon options: a guided hike to a water hole; or upgrade to tour the forest with an Aboriginal guide who shares Dreamtime stories.