Tourism Cairns

02/10/2024

The Wet Tropics rainforest is undoubtedly one of Tropical North Queensland’s biggest drawcards, covering an area of some 900,000ha of pristine wilderness along the east coast of much of the region. While many choose to make the pilgrimage to the iconic Daintree & Cape Tribulation section, the rolling hills and tumbling falls of the Atherton Tablelands, or rugged trails of Mission Beach & Cassowary Coast, you can head into the greenery from as little as 5mins from the Cairns CBD.

Here’s how to explore this incredible ecosystem without straying far from Cairns.

👀https://tropicalnorthqueensland.org.au/articles/how-to-explore-the-rainforest-near-cairns/

28/09/2024

The koala (scientific name: Phascolarctos cinereus) is an arboreal herbivorous marsupial mammal native to Australia. It is the only extant representative of the family Phascolarctidae and its closest living relatives are wombats, which are members of the family Vombatidae. The koala is found in coastal areas of the eastern and southern regions of the continent, inhabiting Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. It is easily recognized by its robust, tailless body, a large head with round, soft ears, and a large spoon-shaped nose. The koala has a body length of 60 to 85 cm (24 to 33 in) and weighs 4 to 15 kg (9 to 33 lb). The fur color varies from silvery gray to chocolate brown. Koalas from northern populations are typically smaller and lighter in color than their counterparts located further south. These populations are possibly separate subspecies, but this is disputed.

25/09/2024

19/09/2024

EXPLORE ICONIC LANDSCAPES🏖

10/09/2024

Reef, Kuranda & Cape Tribulation
Starting from: $AU550.00


Tour: Outer Reef, Kuranda & Cape Tribulation Tour
Package to be completed in 3 days
Departure location: Cairns
Ideal for snorkelling & diving
Suitable for backpackers
Number of passengers: Reef: 150 / Kuranda: Open to public / Capetrib: 28
Reef locations (permit areas): Norman, Saxon & Hastings Reefs
Number of reef sites visited: 2 sites
Travelling time to the reef: Reef: 1hr 30min
Time exploring the reef: 5hrs
Vessel type and size: Motor Catamaran / 35 meters with 3 levels
CapeTrib locations: Places visited: Daintree river ferry, Alexandra Lookout, Lync Haven animal refugee, Emmagen Creek, Cape Tribulation Beach, Daintree Ice Cream Factory.
Reef duration: 08:30am – 5:00pm
Kuranda tour duration: 07:30am – 4:30pm
Capetrib tour duration: 6:30am – 6:30pm
Lunch included
Hotel coach transfer included on day 2 & 3

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05/09/2024

🌤What’s included in the main price

➡️Day 1: Reef Cruise:
Return cruise to the outer reef on a fast air-conditioned catamaran
Five hours of snorkelling or diving at two outer Great Barrier Reef locations
1 introductory or certified dive included
Guided snorkelling tour
State of the art snorkel and dive equipment and flotation devices
Live musical entertainment
Delicious Aussie BBQ lunch including prawns, fish, steak, sausages, vegetarian, tropical salads and pastas.
Tea & coffee available
Exclusive, protected, sheltered reef locations
Large and spacious comfortable decks

➡️Day 2: Rainforest:
Hotel pick up & drop off
Small personalised group
4WD experience
1 hour Daintree River Wildlife Cruise
Vehicular cable ferry crossing over the Daintree River
Morning tea
Gourmet barbecue lunch
National Park fees
✨Visit: Bloomfield Track, Emmagen Creek, Alexandra Range Lookout, Lync Haven Animal Refugee, Cape Tribulation Beach

02/09/2024

🚁Helicopter Flight & Dive Package with Evolution

This is a great package deal with lots of activities included such as unlimited snorkelling, guided snorkel tour, certified or introductory dive and an amazing 10 minute helicopter scenic flight over the reef.

In this exciting 10min helicopter flight visitors will be able to see how big the Great Barrier Reef really is. Also, it is a great opportunity for them to take gorgeous photos of the area, including some marine creatures such as turtles, stingrays and whales.

Down Under Cruise and Dive operates Evolution, a fast, large and modern catamaran that provides to their guests a luxury and superior tour with a personalised service. This brand new $5 million dollar vessel offers class and style of a motor yacht.

The catamaran is quite spacious with decks over 3 levels and the interior on the main and upper decks are large and cozy. The outdoor offers a lot of seating options away from the sun including comfortable lounges. Also, the fold-down platforms at the end of the vessel provide easy and safe access to the water to all passengers.

Visiting two outer reef sites in one day travellers spend over 5 hours in the water exploring the reef with a short travelling time. The reef locations, Norman, Saxon & Hastings Reefs, have been chosen for their good clarity of water and the their diversity of marine species. Visitors will enjoy the beautiful coral formations and the different coloured fish around.

The day package deal includes an amazing 10 minute low helicopter flight over the reef, free introductory or certified dive, free guided snorkelling tours, scuba diving lessons, onboard entertainment, morning, afternoon tea and a barbecue lunch.

29/08/2024

Green Island Activity Pass 2

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This package includes return boat transfer to Green Island plus the hire of snorkelling gear for the day AND a glass bottom boat tour.
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Green Island is a 6,000 year old coral cay located just 50 minutes by boat from Cairns. The island has a reef system which is part of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. The reef is located just off the beach so an easy access. the The island has also a rainforest which is home for 120 species of native plants.
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The island is quite small is size measuring approximately 12 hectares. You can even walk around the island and it takes about 1 hour to complete the loop.
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The beaches on the Island are quite unique, the sand is very white and the ocean water is crystal clear, making Green Island a paradise place.
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There are many departures during the day available from Cairns to Green Island, so customers can have a full day or a half day experience. The trip to the island takes around 1 hour by a high speed catamaran. Please see our “Half Day Green Island Ferry Transfers” for half day tours.
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At Green Island visitors have lots of activities to choose from. The activities available are:
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Snorkelling
Glass bottom boat tour
Sea Walker (helmet diving)
Scuba diving
Helicopter tours
The types of helicopter flights available are: 10 minute flight from the island,15 minute flight from the island and fly to the island from Cairns / cruise back. Please see our helicopter tours page for more information.
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Green Island is the perfect place for those who are looking to sit, relax and enjoy a paradisaical environment.

26/08/2024

Kuranda Skyrail & Train with Tjapukai Aboriginal Park
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*TOUR NOT AVAILABLE AT THE MOMENT*

Tour: Kuranda Tour with Tjakupai Aboriginal Park
Skyrail up / Train down

Departure location: Cairns & Northern Beaches

We recommend for families & couples

Duration: 8am – 5pm

Places visited: Kuranda Village via Skyrail up and train down with Tjapukai Park

Type of vehicle: Return van transport to/from both stations

Lunch can be added / Restaurants & Cafes available in Kuranda

💻https://www.tourismcairns.com/cairns-tours/rainforest-tours/kuranda-scenic-railway-and-skyrail-cableway-tours/kuranda-skyrail-and-train-with-tjapukai-aboriginal-park

18/08/2024

Ballooning:

Coach pick up in the morning from Cairns accommodation
30 minute scenic balloon flight
Cross country balloon chase aboard coach

16/08/2024

Sailing the Great Barrier Reef

Sleep on the reef!

Stay overnight and sleep in the middle of the Great Barrier Reef and spend all day and night in the water snorkelling and diving. This is the ultimate experience for anyone who wants to spend as much time exploring the reef as possible.

6 certified dives including a night dive for certified divers
Maximum of 16 passengers
Ideal for budget & families

12/08/2024

Trem Kuranda e Skyrail com Crocodilo de Hartley

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures é simplesmente o melhor lugar para ver crocodilos. Aproveite as apresentações divertidas e educativas sobre a vida selvagem, faça um passeio de barco na lagoa de Hartley para ver crocodilos e outros animais selvagens em seu pântano de melaleuca.

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Tempo livre na vila de Kuranda
Retirada em Cairns e Northern Beaches /li]

08/08/2024

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Type: Hot Air Ballooning + Skyrail up & Train down
Package to be completed in 1 day

Both tours connected

Departure location: Cairns & Northern Beaches

Suitable for families & couples

Passengers numbers: 20 per basket

Tour duration: 4:30am – 3:30pm

Min Age: 4 years old to travel in the balloon

Condition: Being able to climb in and out of the basket by yourself

No meals included (Restaurants and Cafes available at Kuranda Village)

Clients save $19.00 per person

05/08/2024

🛥Green Island Activity Pass 2
Starting from: $AU144.00

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Tour Overview

*Includes snorkelling gear AND glass bottom boat tour

Departure locations: Cairns Marina

Suitable for families & backpackers
Number of passengers: 200

Number of reef sites visited: 1 site

Reef location(s): Green Island reef:
Departure times from Cairns: 8:30am or 10:30am

Departure time from Green Island: 2:30pm or 4:30pm

Travelling time to the reef: 1 hour

Time exploring the island: 6 or 7 hours

Vessel type and size: 1 - 35m catamaran with 2
levels / 2 - 24m high speed catamaran with 1 levels

03/08/2024

Dive the Reef & Cape Tribulation

The best 2 day package in Cairns!

Travel on a luxury boat and visit to 2 beautiful outer reef sites, get in the water for unlimited snorkeling and also an introductory or certified dive. The next day travel to the famous Cape Tribulation (the Daintree Rainforest) for another awesome fully guided day tour.

Snorkelling only available
Introductory or certified dive included
Fully guided Cape Tribulation tour

29/07/2024

Kuranda Train & Skyrail with Hartley’s Crocodile

Kuranda is the most popular rainforest tour in Cairns, and this is because Kuranda is surrounded by the World Heritage Rainforest and Barron Gorge National Park. The rainforest is about 120 million years old.

Kuranda Village is very little and pretty and it is located 25 km northwest of Cairns or 45 minutes by car. But the best way to get to Kuranda Village is travelling by the skyrail or the train, this way travellers get to see and experience the Kuranda rainforest.

Kuranda is also famous for its market and wildlife parks located in the village. Everyday visitors can find stalls selling aboriginal arts, souvenirs, local produce and much more.The wildlife parks available in Kuranda are: Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld Kuranda, Koala Gardens and The Rainforestation. Tickets can be purchased at the parks, or organised in advance. Have a look at other Kuranda packages on our Kuranda page list.

In this package customers travel up to Kuranda Village on the train and return to Cairns on the skyrail. This is the perfect combo so travellers don’t miss out on anything. Pick up & drop off from hotels and accommodations are also included in the day package.After experiencing the Kuranda train and skyrail travellers are transferred to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures in the afternoon.

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is the best place to see crocodiles. Hartley’s Park visitors walk on 2100 metres of timber boardwalks and pathways through woodlands and rainforest. The park don´t have only crocodiles, they also have many other types of animals such as tropical birds, reptiles, insects and other native fauna.

Hartley’s Crocodile Park offers awesome daily educational wildlife presentations on many animals such as snakes, cassowaries, koalas, crocodiles, quolls and much more. They also run boat cruises during the day on their lagoon with crocodile feeding included. It is definitely very interesting to see this gorgeous animals in their natural habitat.

*10% OFF at the moment. The prices below has the discount already applied. Recommended to book 3 days or more in advance, if possible.

25/07/2024

🍃Kuranda Skyrail &Train with Tjapukai Aboriginal Park

Discover where Australia begins at Tjapukai. Clients will enjoy a unique cultural experience with performance, dance, food and arts. Afterwards visitors catch the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda and then the Scenic Railway back to Cairns in the afternoon.

Skyrail up / Train down
Free Time in Kuranda Village
Pick up from Cairns & Northern Beaches /li]

20/07/2024

Come and visit Cairns.

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