Things to Do in Cairns

Book this opportunity to enjoy a hot Australian breakfast at Lilies Restaurant, which is perfect for animal lovers.

Glide over the Great Barrier Reef on a scenic flight from Cairns with picture-postcard views of Green Island, Arlington Reef, Middle Cay, and more, with an informative commentary from the pilot.

Diving by Design - Each dive trip is as unique as our guests. Your guide will tailor the day to you! We’re the only one providing genuinely privately guided scuba diving experiences from Port Douglas on the best of the Agincourt Reefs. You’ll experience the Great Barrier Reef in your own private group, with an expert instructor to guide you underwater and show you the best marine life. [Yes, there are other divers on the boat but we do our own thing as a private group.] If you are newly qualified or slightly nervous, our guide is right there to support and assist you. If you’re an experienced diver who wants the freedom to break away from the crowds, we make it happen. If your group is a mix of qualified and unqualified divers, we can still privately guide you all to a maximum of 12m. **Important: With the Viator booking System you must book Certified Divers and Introductory Divers separately with seperate vouchers. The system does not allow for "cart" feature unfortunately.

Travel through the rainforest aboard the famous Kuranda train

Discover one of the most breathtaking ecosystems in the world on this snorkeling tour of the Great Barrier Reef, you'll explore an underwater paradise!

• See over 16,000 animals from Queensland’s rich ecosystems, including crocodiles, reef sharks, and freshwater fish.
• Explore 10 animal habitats, from the Wet Tropics to the Coral Sea, inside one of Australia’s largest aquariums.
• Walk through a 20-meter tunnel, gaze up at a 10-meter deep reef tank, and enjoy a 360-degree Oceanarium.
• Attend daily ecosystem presentations and animal feeding sessions included with your ticket.

Come face to face with over 15,000 animals, see live coral displays, diver shark feeds, marine and reptile touch tanks, and enjoy informative ecologist talks. Discover 70 different habitats showcasing the stunning diversity of the species

Explore the scenic beauty of Fitzroy Island with a roundtrip ferry transfer and hike the wilderness trails on your own. Upgrade your experience with a glass-bottom boat ride, snorkel gear or lunch.

This tour is so much more than a tasting tour! A full day exploring this diverse region heading west of Cairns is a plateau rising from 400 metres to 1200 metres above sea level on the Great Dividing Range, the Atherton Tablelands. Offering a full comprehensive guided tour visiting ten different locations in one day. We offer an interactive tour with wildlife, nature, history, culture and food. Our guide's experience and knowledge within the Wet Tropics Region deliver interesting and fascinating facts on tour. The tours are personable and intimate enhancing every traveler's experience. Visiting a number of National Parks, local produces, a nature park, and waterfalls while traversing across some of the most scenic natural landscapes in Far North Queensland. We travel in a comfortable modern Toyota Hiace. Please be sure to specify any special requirements for mobility and dietary as we will always do our best to accommodate all our passengers.

Experience a marine wildlife safari in one of Queensland's top aquariums

Explore the Great Barrier Reef by both sea and air on our Great Barrier Reef snorkelling & helicopter ride. You'll go on a yacht then hop in a helicopter!

• Discover Australia’s freshwater crocodiles, koalas, snakes, lizards, cassowaries, kangaroos, and more at the award-winning Hartley’s Crocodile Adventure!
• Hop on a 20-minute boat cruise to Hartley's Lagoon to see wetland creatures in their natural habitat.
• Watch park rangers feed the crocodiles and cassowaries, and enjoy snake shows and crocodile attack shows.
• Explore the 2,500 meters of timber boardwalks through the Melaleuca Wetlands, Eucalypt Woodland, and Riverine rainforest.
• Fun Fact: Hartley’s Crocodile Park began in 1934 as a tea house for weary travelers between Cairns and Mossman.

Dive into the thrill of a lifetime with a skydive over Cairns. Soak up views of Daintree and the Great Barrier Reef. Book now!

Embark on a thrilling ride to the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy a small group guided snorkel with a choice of moorings.

Explore the World Heritage–listed Daintree Rainforest on this private 12-hour tour from Cairns. Traveling in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a naturalist guide, you'll visit Daintree National Park and its natural attractions such as Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation. Discover the lush landscapes of what is most likely the oldest tropical rainforest on Earth, check out the town of Port Douglas, take a ferry ride across the Daintree River, and more.

Take a guided after-hours tour of Cairns Aquarium

Imagine soaring above the Queensland rainforest in a cable car and aboard a scenic train. Join us on this captivating journey to Kuranda from Cairns!

• Set off on a high-speed half-day cruise to Green Island aboard a modern, air-conditioned catamaran—perfect for those short on time.
• Choose your reef encounter: snorkel through vibrant coral gardens or relax on a glass-bottom boat tour for stunning marine views.
• Receive a quick yet thorough safety briefing before diving into your aquatic adventure, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience.
• Spend over 2 hours on the island—stroll rainforest boardwalks, unwind on sandy beaches, or upgrade to a semi-submarine ride for a unique underwater view.
• Designed for busy travelers, this experience delivers the essential highlights of the Great Barrier Reef in one efficient and memorable trip.

Explore and enjoy the pristine coral bay, have a relaxing island trip in a comfortable boat and choose from an array of various activities.

Set sail to 2 outer reef locations on a high-performance catamaran. Snorkel, swim, dive or just relax onboard as you spot turtles, fish, and exotic corals.

Take the opportunity to learn to dive while you’re in Cairns! With classes limited to eight participants, led by professional and friendly instructors, you’ll learn to dive and earn an internationally recognized PADI certification on your 4-day PADI Open Water dive course. Hotel transfers are included each day, and your course is gradual and safe. Learn basic scuba skills in the classroom, a pool, and confined water dives, then explore the Great Barrier Reef on open-water dives. Once you have successfully completed your course, you’ll be a qualified PADI diver!

Cuddle a koala, throw a boomerang, and find out more about aboriginal traditions

Delve into the rainforest landscapes of Daintree National Park, gaze at views of a World Heritage Rainforest & enjoy a local ice-cream.

• Explore the aquarium after dark on a 1.5-hour guided tour through 10 tropical ecosystems—from mountain streams to the Great Barrier Reef.
• Watch the shift in behavior as nocturnal predators like sharks, rays, and moray eels begin their nightly hunt.
• Learn from expert wildlife educators as you witness the glow of coral and elusive rainforest species at night.
• Upgrade to include a 2-course dinner with dishes like fried calamari and lamb chops in Squires Loft, an aquatic-themed restaurant.

Experience the Great Barrier Reef and a tropical island all in one day, visit the iconic Nudey Beach and see an incredible 360-degree view as you walk to the summit.

Enjoy an adventure of the Great Barrier Reef and visit the tropical Green Island to snorkel the reef and/or hop on the glass bottom boat tour. Take a walk in the rainforest or sip a drink by the pool.

If you are a keen cyclist you can't miss the opportunity to tour this area with our experienced guide, showing you all the beauty of the area. Tropical North Queensland has a bounty of amazing mountain-bike parks but for sheer recognition one name stands above them all – Smithfield. This iconic rainforest trail network is the oldest mountain-bike park in the country, this world-famous facility offers more than 60km of green, blue and black-rated trails that twist through spectacular vine-clad jungle, over clear-flowing streams and along jagged ridges that overlook the Great Barrier Reef.

Rafting, relaxing, snorkelling and bushwalking, all in one day!

If you want to spend a day among crystal clear waters, paradisiacal beaches and a relaxed atmosphere, choose the Fitzroy Island Ferry Transfer.

• Experience Fitzroy Island in just half a day, perfect for a quick visit from Cairns to explore its beauty.
• Travel aboard a modern, air-conditioned catamaran that serves as your base, offering comfort and convenience while you explore the island’s beauty.
• Enjoy over two hours of free time to snorkel vibrant coral reefs, relax on stunning coral beaches, or wander rainforest trails at your own pace.
• Upgrade your experience by adding both snorkeling gear and a glass-bottom boat tour, or include a delicious lunch for the ultimate hassle-free adventure.

Board at Cairns, then spend 5 hours at Moore Reef on the outer Great Barrier Reef on a semi-submersible and glass bottom boat.

Explore the waterfalls and rainforests of North Queensland on a full-day Atherton Tablelands tour from Cairns.

Do you want to have your own private tour guide and vehicle all to yourself? Exclusive half day tour takes in three Wet Tropics Rainforest National Parks, and includes a visit to the most famous waterfall in Cairns, the Barron Falls. You’ll see stunning scenery, ranging from lush tropical rainforest to outback Savannah. Visit mighty trees, swim in crystal clear waters. If you have limited time, want to escape the crowds and experience the true tropical rainforest of North Queensland, book this tour today. Please note: the departure times are 7.00 am and 1.00pm, you can change the pick up time to suit but the return time is still 12.00 and 6.00pm

See the best of the best in the Kuranda Rainforest

If you're a croc fanatic, you will love the excursion to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. Here you can see crocodiles, snakes and much more!

• Spend a full day exploring Fitzroy Island with round-trip cruise, snorkel gear or glass-bottom boat tour, and access to rainforest trails.
• Discover vibrant marine life with ample time to snorkel at Welcome Bay, under the jetty, and Nudey Beach—Australia’s top-rated beach.
• Hike rainforest trails to the Summit or Lighthouse track for sweeping island and reef views, or relax on pristine coral beaches.
• Learn from an onboard reef presentation and visit the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre to deepen your understanding of island ecology.
• Choose variants with snorkel safaris, kayak tours, or helmet diving to customize your adventure and enhance your reef experience.

Discover the Cairns Aquarium after dark, on this exclusive two hour evening guided tour to witness a remarkable transition as day slides into sunset. Witness reptiles, amphibians, insects, and more.

Explore Kuranda with these combo tickets if you have your own car. Ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, enjoy free time in Kuranda, and experience the Kuranda Scenic Railway.

Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders, cultural discovery and great food as you embark on a guided Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail adventure from Cairns! Embrace the tranquility of Cattana Wetlands as you meander through the enchanting feather palm forest and past reflective Jabiru Lake, on a driver-guided walk. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature as you witness the awe-inspiring Barron Falls, guided by a Djabugay cultural ranger who will share knowledge on this Make Travel Matter® experience. Indulge in a delectable lunch, coffee and coffee liqueur tasting at Skybury Coffee plantation and delight your tastebuds again, at Emerald Creek Ice Creamery where you can savor the most heavenly locally produced ice cream creations. To complete your day embark on an unforgettable Skyrail Rainforest Cableway journey. As you soar above and through the magnificent World Heritage Listed rainforest, prepare to be mesmerized by the sheer beauty that surrounds you.

Journey through the Australian rainforest, then float above it on a cable car

Visit paradise on earth with this day trip to Green Island from Cairns. You'll be able to go snorkeling to explore part of the Great Barrier Reef!

• Enjoy the best of Kuranda in one day with a Skyrail ride, the scenic rail, and stress-free hotel transfers from Cairns.
• Travel on the 120-year-old Scenic Rail through tunnels and glide over the lush rainforest canopy on the cableway with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls.
• Wander through Kuranda Heritage Markets, artisan shops, and cafes, or relax in the heart of this rainforest retreat.
• Upgrade to a guided tour for expert insights into Kuranda’s culture and discounted entry to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld & Kuranda Koala Gardens.
• Did you know? The Skyrail is the world’s longest rainforest cableway, stretching over 7.5 kilometers above the rainforest canopy.

Get up close and personal to the sea turtles on a 30-minute guided tour of the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre. Learn about the dangers that sea turtles face, and how they are rescued, treated, released and tracked.

Embark on a half-day snorkeling adventure to the Outer Great Barrier Reef from Cairns. Enjoy a personalized service with marine biologist snorkel guides and a selection of 15 exclusive moorings.

A two-day adventure that combines the lush landscapes of the Atherton Tablelands with the tropical allure of Cape Tribulation, offering a unique opportunity to experience the diverse natural beauty of Far North Queensland!

Step inside Australia's largest butterfly lepidopterarium

Discover the beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on a tour from Cairns. We'll visit stunning waterfalls, explore lush jungles and swim in volcanic Lake Eacham!

• **Opt for this self-guided tour of Kuranda** with scenic railway and skyrail tickets with round-trip coach transfers from Skyrail Terminal.
• Pass through hand-carved tunnels on the historic **Kuranda Science Railway and glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail**, with stops at **Red Peak** for complimentary ranger-guided tours.
• **Explore Kuranda Village at your own pace**, browsing **local markets, cafés, and wildlife sanctuaries** like Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (entry at own expense).
• Choose to upgrade your ticket to get a one-way Skyrail or one-way scenic train ticket for your convenience.
• Did you know? The Scenic Railway is over 130 years old. It was originally built to connect Cairns to the Atherton Tablelands and support mining and agriculture.

Join a guided snorkeling or diving experience at the Upolu Reef in Cairns, discover the many different marine species or just relax on the boat and soak up the sun.

Experience the Great Barrier Reef on our full-day all inclusive cruise from Cairns. Snorkel or scuba dive, enjoy a hot breakfast and lunch, and relax with a glass of wine & cheese on the way back.