Top things to do in Cairns & the Tropical North in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
Half Day Morning Adventure - Fitzroy Island Return Ferry Included

Discover Fitzroy Island’s beauty on a half-day trip! Snorkel vibrant reefs, relax on Nudey Beach, and soak in tropical views. Book your adventure now! Departs …More

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Discover Fitzroy Island’s beauty on a half-day trip! Snorkel vibrant reefs, relax on Nudey Beach, and soak in tropical views. Book your adventure now! Departs...

5 hours Free Cancellation
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$75
Kuranda Express: Skyrail & Railway Self-Guided Tour w/ Transfers

Discover Far North Queensland's rainforest on this self-guided Kuranda tour with return transfers from Cairns City. We combine two iconic attractions - the Skyrail Rainforest …More

Discover Far North Queensland's rainforest on this self-guided Kuranda tour with return transfers from Cairns City. We combine two iconic attractions - the Skyrail Rainforest...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$175
Cairns: All Inclusive Waterfalls and Rainforest Tour

Discover the natural beauty of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day guided adventure through the Atherton Tablelands. Explore ancient rainforest, swim in pristine waters, and …More

Discover the natural beauty of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day guided adventure through the Atherton Tablelands. Explore ancient rainforest, swim in pristine waters, and...

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$133
Cairns Catamaran Harbour and Dinner Cruise

Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer, …More

Immerse yourself in the exclusive and unparalleled experience of Cairns’ sole dinner cruise, where you'll be greeted with a welcoming glass of sparkling wine, beer,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$101
Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour

This is the Original Daintree Rainforest Tour, locally owned and operated for over 40 years! Embark on a packed full-day adventure to Cape Tribulation, where …More

This is the Original Daintree Rainforest Tour, locally owned and operated for over 40 years! Embark on a packed full-day adventure to Cape Tribulation, where...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$167
Ocean Free: Small Group Great Barrier Reef & Green Island Tour

With only a maximum of 25 passengers this makes our Great Barrier Reef & Green Island tour very guest focussed! .In fact we are the …More

With only a maximum of 25 passengers this makes our Great Barrier Reef & Green Island tour very guest focussed! .In fact we are the...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$202
Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns

Cape Tribbin’ isn’t your average rainforest tour - it’s a day packed with tropical adventures, legendary vibes, and a whole lot of fun! Cruise the …More

Cape Tribbin’ isn’t your average rainforest tour - it’s a day packed with tropical adventures, legendary vibes, and a whole lot of fun! Cruise the...

11 hours Free Cancellation
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$175
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip

Step into one of the world’s oldest living ecosystems with this full-day Daintree Rainforest Tour. This immersive experience takes you deep into the heart of …More

Step into one of the world’s oldest living ecosystems with this full-day Daintree Rainforest Tour. This immersive experience takes you deep into the heart of...

10 to 12 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$168
Fun, Falls and Forest Day Trip from Cairns

This is Fun Falls & Forest - the ultimate tropical road trip through the spectacular Atherton Tablelands waterfall trail! Jump aboard our legendary bus and …More

This is Fun Falls & Forest - the ultimate tropical road trip through the spectacular Atherton Tablelands waterfall trail! Jump aboard our legendary bus and...

12 hours Free Cancellation
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$140
Cairns to Kuranda, Scenic Rail and Cableway, Hartley's Crocodiles

On this fun filled day tour you can take in the magnificent views aboard the Kuranda Scenic Rail, spend some free time in the mountaintop …More

On this fun filled day tour you can take in the magnificent views aboard the Kuranda Scenic Rail, spend some free time in the mountaintop...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
From Cairns: Atherton Tablelands Wildlife & Waterfalls

The Atherton Tablelands holds ancient rainforests, volcanic crater lakes, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. This is the best way to spend a full …More

The Atherton Tablelands holds ancient rainforests, volcanic crater lakes, and wildlife found nowhere else on Earth. This is the best way to spend a full...

10 hours Free Cancellation
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$161
Night Wildlife Walk in the Cairns Botanic Gardens

Most people walk through Cairns Botanic Gardens and see plants. Expert local macro-photographer Bridgette Gower walks through and sees a thousand tiny creatures. With over …More

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Most people walk through Cairns Botanic Gardens and see plants. Expert local macro-photographer Bridgette Gower walks through and sees a thousand tiny creatures. With over...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$42
Best of Fitzroy Island Day Tour

Fitzroy Island awaits, just 55 minutes away. There's no better way to spend the day, than relaxing in paradise. "Best of Island" includes return boat …More

Fitzroy Island awaits, just 55 minutes away. There's no better way to spend the day, than relaxing in paradise. "Best of Island" includes return boat...

375 to 465 minutes Free Cancellation
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$116
Day Tour to Paronella Park, Lake Barrine and Waterfalls

This small-group premium day tour offers an immersive journey through Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, guided by local experts in a comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach. …More

This small-group premium day tour offers an immersive journey through Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic landscapes, guided by local experts in a comfortable air-conditioned mini-coach....

11 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$161
Full Day Reef Cruise and 10 Minute Helicopter Scenic Flight

Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution, a luxury 35-meter super-yacht. This package includes a full day to the outer Great Barrier Reef at two …More

Down Under Cruise and Dive by Evolution, a luxury 35-meter super-yacht. This package includes a full day to the outer Great Barrier Reef at two...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$307
Cairns Small-Group Kuranda Tour: Skyrail & Scenic Railway

Discover Far North Queensland's spectacular rainforest with a local expert on this intimate Kuranda tour from Cairns. Limited to 10 guests, this small-group experience combines …More

Discover Far North Queensland's spectacular rainforest with a local expert on this intimate Kuranda tour from Cairns. Limited to 10 guests, this small-group experience combines...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$206
Authentic Indigenous Cultural Tour Including Scenic River Cruise

Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just …More

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Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$119
Wait-A-While Night Tour: Platypus, Tree Kangaroos & Rainforest

See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide, …More

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See Australia's unique animals and birds in their natural environment on a rainforest wildlife-spotting tour in the Atherton Tablelands. Led by an expert nature guide,...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$164
Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other …More

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$84
Adventure &Taste Atherton Tablelands Food & Wine Tour from Cairns

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns. …More

Experience the Atherton Tablelands in one unforgettable day Discover the beauty, wildlife and stories of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day small-group adventure from Cairns....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$186
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