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The Best Things to Do in Cairns | Updated December 2025

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Experience the joy of floating down a serene rainforest river surrounded by lush greenery and playful small rapids ideal for adventurers of all ages in Cairns.

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Dive into an unforgettable experience at the Great Barrier Reef where you'll explore stunning marine life and engage in hands-on training with expert instructors in crystal-clear waters.

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Dive into the deep blue as you explore the breathtaking wonders of the Great Barrier Reef encountering diverse marine life amidst stunning underwater landscapes. Adventure awaits beneath the waves.

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Navigate the wild Tully River surrounded by lush rainforest. Experience the exhilaration of grade 3 and 4 rapids while bonding with friends in an unforgettable adventure on the water.

Home to the 2019 World Rafting Championships, the Tully offers plenty of thrills and adrenaline pumping action.

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Experience the joy of camaraderie amid the stunning Crystal Cascades where adventurers embrace the splash of cascading waterfalls and the serenity of lush rainforest surroundings on this unforgettable journey.

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Carve through the mountains of the Barron Gorge National Park on a scenic half-day adventure on the Barron River.

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The Best Things to Do in
Cairns

Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran

Tully River Full-Day White Water Rafting

Rainforest Tubing Tour from Cairns or Northern Beaches

Fitzroy Island Day Tour from Cairns

Ocean Free 25 guest Great Barrier Reef & visit Green Island Tour

Great Barrier Reef 4-Day PADI Open Water Course

Rainforest River Tubing from Cairns

Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Tour

Full Day Great Barrier Reef Tour from Cairns

Tully River White Water Rafting Experience

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

Crystal Cascades Rainforest Canyoning Tour from Cairns

ABC Reef Safaris Dive & Snorkel Port Douglas

Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour

Hook A Barra Fishing Experience

Spillway Canyon Tour from Cairns

Barron Gorge White Water Rafting from Cairns or Port Douglas

Walk, Sail and Snorkel: Great Barrier Reef & Green Island Tour

White Water River Rafting in Barron Gorge National Park

Behana Canyoning Tour by Cairns Waterfalls