Top Cairns & the Tropical North Day Trips - page 2

Glide over the world's oldest rainforest in a gondola, taking in views of the spectacular Barron Gorge and Falls, as you make your way to the village of Kuranda. Once there, choose from a range of activities including browsing local markets and arts and crafts shopping, plus enjoy a relaxing lunch (at your own expense). Then, hop aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway for a narrated journey.

Experience the natural wonders of Queensland’s Atherton Tablelands to visit different parts of the World Heritage Daintree Rainforest on this outdoorsy day trip from Cairns. With a guide, you’ll take easy walks to waterfalls—Josephine Falls and Millaa Millaa Falls—and take a refreshing swim in Lake Eacham. See the Cathedral Fig Tree and enjoy lots of time for swimming and photo ops. Morning and afternoon snacks are picnic lunch provided

Whether you want to immerse yourself in the Great Barrier Reef or view it from a bit of a distance, this day trip to the outer reef has you covered. The activity platform at the reef provides opportunities to snorkel, dive, and swim, and to view it from the comfort of a semi-submersible and an underwater observatory. An ideal day trip for the whole family.

Begin your visit to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures with breakfast in the company of a koala and its keeper. After morning hotel pickup in Cairns or Palm Cove, transfer to Hartley's in time for your hot Aussie breakfast and conversation with the keeper about the koalas. Then you can explore at your leisure: take a boat cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon to watch crocodiles feeding. Enjoy informative and entertaining wildlife presentations throughout the day, and see Australian wildlife up close, including kangaroos, wallabies, snakes, cassowaries, quolls and more.

If visiting the ancient coral cay of Green Island for the day wasn’t great enough, add a seawalker helmet dive to your package. Take a super-fast catamaran from Cairns to the island and choose between the use of snorkeling gear or a glass-bottom boat ride (included). Add more fun to the day by donning a glass helmet and taking a guided walk on the seabed, surrounded by coral and tropical fish while keeping your head dry.

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.

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.

Explore the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest on this diverse full-day tour from Cairns. Take a guided nature walk through some of the oldest rainforests in the world at Mossman Gorge, spot crocs on a cruise down the Daintree River, and stroll on the famous Cape Tribulation Beach. Enjoy a traditional Aussie barbecue at a private rainforest retreat and stop for a refreshing snack att he Daintree Ice Cream Company. Port pickup and drop-off and transport in a luxury coach complete this memorable adventure through the Wet Tropics of Queensland.

This small-group tour of Kuranda will take you to many of the area’s highlights while being more affordable than pricey private tours. After a brief village tour to get your bearings, spend three hours exploring Kuranda at your leisure, so you can see and do exactly what you want. This is followed by a ride on the unmissable Kuranda Scenic Railway, a feat of engineering through the rainforest.

Take a trip to Kuranda from Cairns and explore the World Heritage Rainforest of the area. Visit the Rainforestation Nature Park to see local wildlife up close, including koalas and cassowaries. Meet local indigenous Pamagirri Aboriginal guides at the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, and learn Aboriginal dance, and spear and boomerang techniques, opr head out on a Dreamtime walk.

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green Island, with plenty of time to snorkel or scuba dive, tour the reef on a glass-bottom boat or view coral from a semi-submersible submarine.

Enjoy the picturesque surrounds of Fitzroy Island and kick back in paradise! On board our dedicated island-bound boat, the Fitzroy Island Sundancer Departs Cairns at 845am, Returns to Cairns at approximately 4.55pm Book a transfer only option, or opt for a package, which includes snorkelling equipment hire and a glass bottom boat tour! Fitzroy Island is a favourite trip for Cairns' locals with 99% of its landscape covered in lush tropical rainforest as well as granite outcrops, open woodlands, mangroves and coral beaches.

Get an overview of the Atherton Tablelands region on a comprehensive day tour from Cairns. With a guide to show you the best spots, such as crater lakes, rain forest hikes, and waterfall swims, learn about the ecology and geology of the region. Highlights include Lake Eacham, Milla Milla Falls, Josephine Falls, and Babinda Boulders. A 2-course lunch, national park fees, and round-trip transportation from central Cairns accommodations included.

Explore Cairns with a local guide and enjoy a dinner cruise on this all-day combination tour. After a convenient pickup from your Cairns City or Northern Beaches hotel, visit popular destinations like the Flecker Botanical Gardens and Lower Barron Gorge. Enjoy a scenic lookout with gorgeous views and afternoon tea—included in the tour price—before feasting on a 3-course dinner aboard the 85-foot (26-meter) Spirit of Cairns catamaran.

Discover the micro breweries and distilleries of Cairns on this guided afternoon tour. Experience the local craft breweries, taste the beers, and learn about the brewers. Then, visit one of the local distilleries and sample the spirits. The itinerary might include Macalister Brewing Company, Wolf Lane Distillery, Coral Sea Brewing Taproom, and others.

Discover the underwater treasures of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day catamaran cruise to Michaelmas Cay from Cairns. Snorkel straight from the white sandy beaches to swim among amazing coral gardens and get an up-close encounter with tropical marine life. Go deeper with an optional introductory scuba dive, or admire the reef on a semi-submarine boat tour. Chat with marine biologists to learn about the thousands of migratory seabirds that nest on the protected cay, and refuel with a buffet lunch featuring fresh seafood.

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.

Simplify your trip from Cairns to Kuranda and between all its various attractions with this shared transfer service. Travel from Cairns to the Rainforestation Nature Park in Kuranda, where you can enjoy activities such as the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, and the Army Duck rainforest tour, without having to worry about how to get from one to the next. Admission for activities are not included. Places are capped at six passengers.

This full-day tour from Cairns allows you to visit Paronella Park, Herberton Village, and Granite Gorge in a single day. Round-trip transportation from central Cairns, as well as a light lunch, are included.

On the combination tour in Cairns, you’ll be able to explore the Cairns Aquarium at your leisure and see 16,000 animals from the Wet Tropics Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. From there, head out on a guided sightseeing tour that includes stops at the Cairns Flecker Botanical Gardens, Lower Barron Gorge National Park, Palm Cove Beach, and more.

The ultimate 1-day adventure combining Sunlover Cruises 2 top selling tours. Moore Reef pontoon + Fitzroy Island stop over in a day! Moore Reef has all of our standard inclusions including snorkelling, a glass bottom boat & semi Tour & more. The added stop at Fitzroy Island has plenty of time to relax & unwind including a tropical buffet lunch, or explore the island & beaches on the varying self-guided national park walking trails.

Make the most of your time in port with this half-day city sightseeing tour of Cairns, including afternoon tea. Visit attractions like the St Monica's Cathedral, Flecker Botanical Gardens and Cairns waterfront and walk through the Barron Gorge National Park. This small-group shore excursion is limited to 20 people and is covered by Viator's worry-free policy, ensuring on-time return to your ship.

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.