Australia · CAIRNS TOURS
Cairns is a base camp: reef in front, rainforest behind, and a gorge with a scenic railway between them. The 15 below sort the outer-reef boats from the inner-island days and the Kuranda runs from the Daintree ones.
Snorkel two outer Great Barrier Reef sites from Cairns on the Evolution, with BBQ lunch, safety training, and optional scuba or helicopter.
“Very cool experience, very much recommend it to anyone who is looking to do the Great Barrier Reef. The helicopter ride was absolutely incredible, with a brilliant captain of Jos!”
Cairns catamaran cruise to two outer Great Barrier Reef spots with snorkeling support, chef lunch, and marine talks, about $190.
“Extremely well organized. Clear that safety was number one priority but at same time ensuring high levels of customer service. Lunch was excellent and well prepared and snacks were provided. Locally owned company and very green focused.”
Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway and return by Skyrail, gliding over Barron Gorge rainforest, with hotel pickup from central Cairns.
“Pretty happy. Skyrail perfect, scenic train super impressive. Kuranda quite disappointing, especially Butterflies and Birdwatching places.”
40 minutes from Cairns over the Outer Great Barrier Reef, with window-seat views, pilot commentary, and marine life spotting.
“Everything was amazing, the staff were super friendly, the food was delicious, it was an excellent experience.”
Full-day outer Great Barrier Reef catamaran from Cairns with two reef stops, snorkel or scuba instruction, and a chef-prepared buffet lunch.
“It was a wonderful day spent on the GBR with an enthusiastic, professional and organised crew. The reef snorkelling and scuba diving was so spectacular. Highly recommend this tour!”
11-hour Cairns day tour to Mossman Gorge, Daintree River, and Cape Tribulation, with guided walks, lunch, ferry crossing, for $145.
“Absolutely amazing!! Favorite part was learning about the indigenous folks and their traditions.”
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest in one day, with a Kuku Yalanji smoke ceremony, croc cruise, and reef beaches.
“This tour is packs with interesting activities, full of info about the history of Cairns, cultural experience, and exciting crocodile boat ride and also learning about the daintree forests. Our guide Patrick is a friendly, knowledgeable , great of tRead more”
Ocean Freedom from Cairns takes you to two protected Great Barrier Reef snorkel spots, with a glass-bottom tour, reef-guided drift, and a big seafood lunch.
“The trip was amazing! All staff were informative, friendly and educational. We had some fun trips with staff and by ourselves. I would recommend and return!”
Full-day Fitzroy Island from Cairns with ferry transfer and rainforest hikes, plus optional glass-bottom boat, snorkeling gear, or lunch.
“We would definitely recommend the guided snorkeling tour. The Marine Biologists are great. The rest of the crew was nice and friendly as well. They took great care of everyone. Boat was fast and clean. We would recommend this tour.”
Beginner friendly Barron Gorge rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas. Grade II to III rapids, coach pickup, safety gear, and 2 hours on water.
“Awesome! Lily is a rockstar! We had so much fun! Getting started was kinda chaotic but once everyone was in the boats it was amazing and fun!”
Cairns outer-reef snorkelling with two exclusive sites, AquaQuest comfort, full gear, meals, and hot showers in an 8-hour day.
“Vanessa and Mazie were amazing!!! I did an introductory dive, one with each of them, and Vanessa was super patient with us and it was awesome! The second dive with Mazie was just fabulous because we had more time to explore and really take in the reef! Lunch was delicious and the cruise manager was just as sweet as pie!! Truly an amazing Christmas I will never forget!”
4WD through the ancient Daintree, a crocodile cruise, rainforest walk and swim, Cape Tribulation views, plus a free Daintree ice cream.
“It was good, the driver was super nice and kept telling us cool facts. The ice cream shop he took us to was also super cool, the home grown fruits were pretty heathy and there were no added sugars which is pretty good. Then we went to the rain forest walk which was super pretty and had super cool things. Then we went to a boat at a river which was super fun and the guide for that was also super nice. As for the ride it was bumpy in the back so ride in the front.”
Fast luxury cruise from Cairns to Wonder Wall and Upolu Coral Cay, with guided drift snorkel, glass-bottom views, optional scuba, and a big lunch.
“The staff were all amazing. You can tell they really enjoy their job. The nibbles they provided throughout the day and the lunch was really good. I expected it to be alot busier given it was peak season but was fortunate to book onto a tour that only had just over 30 people compared to the max 75 capacity”
Cairns Great Barrier Reef half-day snorkel with a fast boat, max 27 people, guided 1.5-hour swim, and gear included.
“Really good! Caitlin, Marie and Victor were great, very helpful and funny! The activity was great, can be hard work but really worthwhile”
Great Barrier Reef day trip from Cairns with Divers Den, snorkel or certified scuba at moored sites, buffet lunch, hot showers.
“Very professional but extremely friendly. Amazing experience, I had a truly great day. Plenty of food and beverages aboard. Very caring for those who were unfortunately sea sick. Very high quality service.”
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