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15 Best Cairns and the Tropical North Tours In Australia

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The 15 most popular cairns and the tropical north tours in Australia right now, with prices, run times and what each day actually involves.

15 Best Cairns and the Tropical North Tours In Australia

Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns - BBQ lunch on Evolution: you fuel up, you don’t just snack

1.Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

Most Popular★ 4.5

Snorkel (or scuba) on a Cairns superyacht to two outer Great Barrier Reef sites. Includes BBQ lunch, gear, and optional helicopter.

“The trip was SO well organised, even though there is a lot of people on the boat, you don’t even realise because everything runs so smoothly. The reefs we were taken to were absolutely amazing & the staff were especially friendly and helpful all the time. I would 100% reccomend this trip if you want…”

3,714 reviewsFrom $190.07by Down Under Cruise and Dive

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Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran - Two Outer Reef locations: why weather drives the whole schedule

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip - Cape Tribulation beach time: where the rainforest meets the reef

3.Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

★ 4.5

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest in one day, with a smoke ceremony, river cruise and guided walk.

“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”

1,961 reviewsFrom $164.25by Active Tropics Explorer

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Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise - Stop 1 at Wonder Wall: the outer-edge snorkel-and-drift spectacle

4.Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise

★ 5.0

Luxury catamaran from Cairns to Wonder Wall and Upolu Cay with glass-bottom coral tour, guided drift snorkel, and optional scuba.

“Awesome experience. The crew was great from the start and instructions were clear. They guided the snorkelers and got everyone in the water, even those who were timid to try it. The food was great and every time I turned around they were passing around more food and snacks. I have some diet restrictions and…”

1,895 reviewsFrom $181.28by Cairns Premier Reef & Island Tours

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Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas - Foaming Fury briefing: how the safety talk sets you up

5.Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

★ 5.0

Half-day white-water rafting on the Barron River with Grade II–III rapids, beginner coaching, and Cairns or Port Douglas pickup.

“The activity is awesome and really good. All the guides were amazing . Shoes should be provided at no cost since paying quite a bit for the rafting.Make sure you have your gear ready for the activity as there are no changing facilities at Read more”

1,596 reviewsFrom $91.81by Foaming Fury

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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns - AquaQuest Boat Comfort: More Than Just Getting You There

6.Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns

★ 4.5

Full-day Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns with snorkeling or scuba options, two reef sites, buffet lunch, snacks, gear, and showers.

“No need to bring your own equipment. They have everything here and great quality. Scuba staff was great and very helpful. There are a lot of tour companies to choose from, but I was so comfortable I will not choose anyone else. No disappointments at all”

1,316 reviewsFrom $197.24by Divers Den

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Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns

Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns - Getting from Cairns: pickup, group size, and the self-paced reality

7.Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns

★ 4.5

A classic Kuranda day trip from Cairns with Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Railway, plus flexible time for wildlife and markets.

“Great day and beautiful scenery! The Skyrail and Scenic Railway both offered fantastic scenery, and in Kuranda Village, go to Maria restaurant for delicious authentic Portuguese food!”

1,075 reviewsFrom $150.71by Down Under Tours

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Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour

Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour - 7:00am pickup to Billy Tea Safaris: the day starts strong

8.Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour

★ 4.5

Full-day Daintree and Cape Tribulation tour from Cairns: river cruise to spot crocodiles, rainforest walk, swim, lunch, and fruit ice cream.

“We booked a Daintree Rainforest day tour through Viator, operated by Billy Tea Safaris. Overall, it was a relaxed and well-paced tour, combining a river crossing, short rainforest walk, scenic lookouts, beach time, and lunch. Itinerary & ExperienRead more”

1,024 reviewsFrom $171.42by Billy Tea Safaris

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Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour - Hastings Reef: Second Stop Snorkeling With More Confidence

9.Seastar Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef Island and Reef Tour

★ 5.0

Luxury Outer Great Barrier Reef cruise from Cairns with guided snorkelling at Michaelmas Cay and Hastings Reef, plus lunch and tea.

“From the moment we stepped onboard, the Seastar crew made the entire day unforgettable. They were amazing, caring, fun, and just overall incredibly cool people. You can tell they truly love what they do — they made us feel welcome, safe, Read more”

1,010 reviewsFrom $190.07by Seastar Cruises

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Green Island Day Trip from Cairns

Green Island Day Trip from Cairns - Lunch on the Catamaran and Planning for Island Food Prices

10.Green Island Day Trip from Cairns

★ 4.0

Full-day Green Island reef trip from Cairns: snorkel from shore, choose glass boat or semi-sub, then stroll rainforest on a coral cay.

“It was very professional tour. The boat has 3 floors and there were many crew members present who were very helpful. The ride was smooth. We took the glass bottom boat option which was great. It was really easy to board as that boat came to the main boat for us. We could easily see…”

941 reviewsFrom $92.52by Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises

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Fun, Falls and Forests Day Trip from Cairns

Fun, Falls and Forests Day Trip from Cairns - Josephine Falls: Three Stages and the Best Swimming-Hole Energy

11.Fun, Falls and Forests Day Trip from Cairns

★ 5.0

Swim at Babinda Boulders, Josephine Falls, and Millaa Millaa, plus crater Lake Eacham, with hotel pickup and a hot lunch from Cairns.

“Truly an incredible tour! It was a full day trip and you get more than what you pay for. Many stops, many fun surprises, many new friends. If you can, request Conrad for your guide!”

906 reviewsFrom $121.21by Uncle Brian's Tours

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Barefoot Atherton Tablelands Adventure by Cairns Waterfalls

Barefoot Atherton Tablelands Adventure by Cairns Waterfalls - Babinda Boulders and the Cathedral Fig Tree: quick stops that still feel special

12.Barefoot Atherton Tablelands Adventure by Cairns Waterfalls

★ 5.0

Swim at volcanic Lake Eacham, slide at Josephine Falls, and soak at Millaa Millaa. Small-group Wet Tropics day trip from Cairns.

“Less than 24 hours before our trip they cancelled. Not enough people. Their suggested substitution was not of interest to us. No other choices and too late to book anything else. Very disappointed.”

892 reviewsFrom $121.21by Barefoot Tours

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Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour

Snorkel & Dive the Reef: Sustainable, Scientific & Cultural Tour - Snorkeling on the Reef: gear, stinger-suit protection, and a safety zone

Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience - Cairns to the reef: your ride, your comfort, and motion-sickness prep

14.Sunlover Reef Cruises Cairns Great Barrier Reef Experience

★ 4.5

Outer Great Barrier Reef day trip from Cairns with snorkel gear, glass-bottom views, fish feeding, waterslide, and buffet lunch.

“Really fun day! Excellent energy and hospitality from the crew and lots of different activities to choose from. The pontoon allows for everyone to spread out. We scored with the weather and saw so many fish.”

830 reviewsFrom $211.59by Sunlover Reef Cruises

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Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour

Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour - Getting north from Cairns: Captain Cook Highway and Rex Lookout

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