Experiences in Cairns and Tropical North Queensland

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Half Day Green Island Snorkelling Cruise

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$120
Cruise to Green Island in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned catamaran. Green Island is an idyllic coral cay on Australia's Great Barrier Reef where you spend 2 hours viewing the coral reef and fish life, relaxing on the white sandy beach and exploring the walking tracks.

30-Minute Palm Cove Vichy Shower Spa Treatment

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$110
Enjoy a fabulous invigorating full body scrub Relax & rejuvenate under the hypnotic Vichy Shower

Estuary Half Day Fishing for 2

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$190
Experience a guided estuary fishing charter with `Dazzling Daza`. We supply all rods and reels, bait and tackle, cool and hot drinks. Throughout the morning or afternoon we'll show you all the tips and tricks of fishing and of course, catch plenty of fish!
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1 Day Admission to Cairns ZOOm and Wildlife Dome

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
from $45
The new Cairns ZOOm is the world's first Challenge Ropes Course in a wildlife immersion exhibit, situated in the heart of the city on the roof of the Reef Hotel Casino. It consists of 65 elements - including one which takes participants directly over our 4 metre saltwater crocodile!

Full Day Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Fly &Cruise

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$439
11:00-11:30* am Courtesy pick up Cairns City 11:35-12:00* am Departure. Enjoy the specutaculer scenic flight! 12:00-12:30* pm Arrive at Outer reef Pontoon 03:30-04:00* pm Return by catamaran to Cairns 5:30 pm Arrive Reef Fleet Terminal for return transfers to accommodation

Full Day Kuranda Skyrail, Nature Park Lunch Tour

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
from $225
With the Classic Kuranda Experience you will experience Kuranda Scenic Railway, Kuranda Village, Rainforestation Nature Park and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. You will have free time in Kuranda to explore the many shops and markets as well as enjoy a traditional Aussie BBQ lunch.

Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$22
What an unique way to see the World Heritage Rainforest on none other than our World War II Army Duck, which travels on land and water! On the tour your driver/guide will explain about the flora and fauna of the area.

Cooktown Wanderer + Aboriginal Rock Art Tour

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
from $779
This tour is for the independent traveler who wants free time to explore Cape Tribulation and Cooktown. Travel through the heart of the World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park as your journey will take you through some of the spectacular scenery in Tropical North Queensland.

Cairns Afternoon by Foot Small Group Tour

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$65
See the very best of Cairns on this afternoon of outdoor adventure. From the picturesque Esplanade Lagoon to the modernity of the Tanks Art Centre and steamy tropical rainforest of Centenary Lakes, this tour offers the chance to see native bird life, admire sculptural wonders, visit popular landmark

Full Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Tour

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
from $190
For a personalised experience on the Outer Great Barrier Reef there is no competition for Calypso's smaller custom built vessel - Calypso Pure Snorkelling. Carrying a maximum of 38 guests to the GBR, Calypso Pure Snorkelling optimises space and comfort with day bed style seating throughout.

Aboriginal Bama Way Discovery Tour - 3 Day

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$1339
The Bama Way is a 3 day tour from Cairns and Port Douglas north to Cooktown. The Bama Way links 3 Aboriginal-owned & operated tours operated by the traditional custodians. Each tour provides a unique experience which will teach you about different aspects of Aboriginal culture and life.

7 Day Cape York Fly / Drive Camping Safari

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$2199
Experience a 7 day camping safari from Cairns to Cape York. Includes, Cooktown, Lakefield National Park, Musgrave, Weipa, Fruitbat Falls, Thursday Island, The Top, flight between Cairns and Horn Island. All meals as per itinerary.

Kuranda- Coach & Train (CT)

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$78
8.00am Coach to Kuranda Village 2.00pm or 3.30pm Train to Cairns Central Railway Station

Kuranda- Coach & Skyrail

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$75
8.00am Coach to Kuranda Village - 2.45pm or 4.00pm Skyrail to Cairns.

1-hr Cairns Balloon Ride  

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$335
Enjoy the picturesque landscape of the Atherton Tablelands at sunrise and breathe in the wide-open spaces as you float along in a hot air balloon piloted by the expert hands of a fun and highly trained crew.

1-hour Cairns Kuranda Scenic Rail One-Way Journey

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$49
One way journey from Cairns/Freshwater to Kuranda, through World Heritage Rainforest to the beautiful village of Kuranda.

Green Island Discovery Full Day Tour

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$104
Just 45 minutes from Cairns, Green Island is a beautiful 6000 year old coral cay in the Great Barrier Reef. With white sandy beaches and a unique reef and rainforest environment, enjoy up to 7 hours on Green Island. Experience the island with snorkelling and an informative glass bottom boat tour.

Skydive Cairns - 11,000ft tandem skydive

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$275
11,000ft tandem skydive includes: free transfers up to 40 secs free fall spectacular views of Reef and Rainforest Professional instructions and training APF Membership Option to fly your parachute Utilising a purposed built skydiving aircraft Exclusive photo certificate of your skydive

4-hour Barron River White Water Rafting incl Levys

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$133
Are you ready for some white water rafting adventure along the Barron River in North Queensland? Feel the rush as you navigate your way through Grade 3 rapids and the awesome wilderness of Australia's tropical rainforests.

Cooktown 4WD Drive-Fly Day Tour

Cairns and Tropical North Queensland
$375
Travel by 4WD to the historic township of Cooktown. Your day will see you travelling on one of Australia's most scenic coastal drives through the World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park. Enjoy up to 2 hours free time to explore Cooktown before your return flight with Hinterland Aviation.