Port Douglas Shore Excursions
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Port Douglas Cruise Port Schedule
| Day | Ship | Cruise | Arrival | Departure | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday November 15, 2026 |
10 Night Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas & Willis Island Cruise | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 2,934 | |
| Friday November 27, 2026 |
13 Night Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas & Darwin Cruise | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | 2,850 | |
| Monday November 30, 2026 |
10 Night Sydney, Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas & Willis Island Cruise | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 3,560 | |
| Tuesday December 8, 2026 |
11 Night Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas & Willis Island Cruise | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 2,934 | |
| Monday March 8, 2027 |
11 Night Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas, Willis Island & Newcastle NSW Cruise | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 2,934 | |
| Friday March 12, 2027 |
8 Night Airlie Beach, Townsville QLD, Port Douglas, Cairns & Willis Island Cruise | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 2,602 | |
| Tuesday June 8, 2027 |
14 Night Sydney, Airlie Beach, Townsville QLD, Port Douglas, Cairns & Alotau Cruise | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | 2,602 | |
| Wednesday November 3, 2027 |
10 Night Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas & Willis Island Cruise | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 2,934 | |
| Monday November 15, 2027 |
15 Night Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas, Darwin, Benoa & Celukan Bawang Cruise | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 2,850 | |
| Thursday February 17, 2028 |
7 Night Airlie Beach, Cairns, Port Douglas & Willis Island Cruise | 7:00 AM | 5:00 PM | 2,260 | |
| Friday March 31, 2028 |
11 Night Brisbane, Airlie Beach, Yorkeys Knob, Port Douglas & Willis Island Cruise | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 2,934 |

Celebrity Edge
Sun, Nov 15 • 8:00 AM
Celebrity Solstice
Fri, Nov 27 • 7:00 AM
Royal Princess
Mon, Nov 30 • 8:00 AM
Celebrity Edge
Tue, Dec 8 • 8:00 AM
Celebrity Edge
Mon, Mar 8 • 8:00 AM
Grand Princess
Fri, Mar 12 • 8:00 AM
Grand Princess
Tue, Jun 8 • 7:00 AM
Celebrity Edge
Wed, Nov 3 • 7:00 AM
Celebrity Solstice
Mon, Nov 15 • 7:00 AM
The Affordable all Inclusive, No Hassle Way to Enjoy a Day Out at Hartleys Crocodile Adventures from Port Douglas. Our Return Shared Attraction Shuttle with...
$78

A small group Advanced Eco Accredited tour specifically designed to showcase the very BEST of the Daintree Rainforest focusing on spending less time in the...
$192

Brace yourself for an action-packed, half-day, white-water rafting adventure on the Barron River! Navigate thrilling Grade 2 and 3 rapids for up to 2-hours, as...
$92

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...
$170

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...
$134

Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Enjoy the ultimate tropical escape on this half-day rainforest river tubing adventure with convenient return transfers included—morning tours offer pickups from Cairns and the Northern...
$70

Experience the best of the Daintree Rainforest with our specially designed tour for cruise ship passengers, offering a seamless and unforgettable adventure from the Port...
$121

Tropical Trike Tours The Grand Tour
5 Star Rated on Cool Shore Excursions and Google. Venture through the stunning landscapes of Port Douglas aboard a stylish trike for an unforgettable ride....
$153

The Affordable, No Hassle Way to Enjoy The Mossman Gorge from Port Douglas. Our Return Shared Attraction Shuttle Operates between Port Douglas and the Mossman...
$28

Dive into the best of Tropical North Queensland with this multi-day adventure package, featuring four unforgettable experiences that blend adrenaline, nature, and culture. Kick things...
$409

Private Daintree Wanderer Tour
Join a private tour to the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest. Led by a local and knowledgeable guide, this tour includes a 1-hour crocodile cruise along the...
$404

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Far North Queensland with this 2-day Waterfall and Daintree Rainforest Tour Package. Day 1, explore the breathtaking Atherton...
$259

1 hour Daintree River wildlife and crocodile cruise on the only solar electric boat on the Daintree river. The boat it is nice and quiet...
$26

River Cruise
Lady Douglas is iconic to Port Douglas and has been cruising the Inlet for over 30 years. We have amazing success at spotting crocodiles in...
$37

1-Hour Daintree River wildlife cruise
WHY OUR CRUISE IS THE BEST IN THE DAINTREE: • A local Aussie family business that live a great lifestyle in the Daintree and want...
$28

Daintree River Cruise
Join your one hour Daintree River cruise offering two different departure points along a twelve kilometre stretch of the river. This gives you the best opportunities...
$28

Immerse yourself deep into the rainforest by taking a trip on our world-renowned wildlife experience cruise. During your 60 – 90 minute journey, you will...
$28

When you're heading from the charming town of Port Douglas to the serene shores of Palm Cove your journey promises to be stress-free and sublime....
$142

Start your day with a cruise on the mighty Daintree river. This 2 hour cruise takes you on journey of discovery exploring the main river...
$53

Come on a journey into tropical paradise with our Eco guided Segway tour. Take in gorgeous views, feel the open air and the wind blowing...
$96

The 30min and 45min flight showcase the magic of the Great Barrier Reef. Departing over Port Douglas and 4 Mile Beach, other highlights include sights...
$346

This spectacular 1.5 hr sail on the unique Chinese Junk Boat “Shaolin” includes 2 spring rolls, a box of delicious, locally caught, wild prawns with...
$68

Relax and enjoy the stunningly beautiful city of Port Douglas, Australia’s very own tropical paradise, and one of Australia’s top resort destinations. In this audio...
$15

Sunset Sailing Cruise from Port Douglas
Experience a peaceful, tranquil sunset during a sailing cruise from Port Douglas. After being welcomed aboard a luxury catamaran with a complimentary drink of your...
$75

See the Great Barrier Reef's coral and marine life on this full-day trip from Port Douglas. Whether you are a snorkeler or a scuba diver,...
$198

2 Hour Sunset Sailing
As the sun sets behind the mountains of Mossman Gorge, enjoy a drink as well as some complimentary cheese and nibbles on the foredeck of...
$77

Mossman Gorge Adventure Day
We spend more time in the rainforest than any other tour! Immerse yourself in a rainforest experience like no other. Beginning the day at a...
$203

ABC Reef Safaris
We actually get in the water with you and take you snorkelling 6 guests to 1 in water marine expert guide creating an informative personal...
$454

This exclusive, small group Daintree Rainforest and Cassowary Falls adventure tour is on a magnificent private property, located in the Daintree Valley of tropical North...
$131

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green...
$119

Great for beginners, non-swimmers and first-time visitors to Tropical North Queensland cruise to Agincourt Reef from Port Douglas. You can watch fish feeding, go on...
$240

Experience the ultimate Kuranda visit with a skip-the-line ticket for the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Kuranda Skyrail, plus Gold Class service on the Kuranda Scenic...
$177

Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Visit the award-winning Wildlife Habitat and get up close to Australian native flora and fauna. This wildlife experience just outside of Port Douglas has been...
$36

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling...
$167

Embark on the Total Daintree Experience from Port Douglas with Daintree Discovery Tours, where small groups and expert local guides provide an unforgettable journey through...
$198

Set sail from Port Douglas for a day of snorkeling and relaxing on the Great Barrier Reef’s Low Isles. The sheltered white sands are surrounded...
$234

Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation; through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Enjoy a guided rainforest...
$222

Explore the very outer Great Barrier Reef in luxury and style with Calypso. The custom designed vessel will take you to Agincourt or Opal Reef,...
$227

Kuranda OR Palm Cove – Small Group Tour Enjoy hotel pickup from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (NOT Cairns) at 11:00 AM or 8:30 AM....
$85

Daintree Waters Tour
Exclusive, small group adventure tour showcasing the best of the Daintree Rainforest, in tropical North Queensland. Highlights include swimming in the pristine, freshwater of Cassowary...
$174

Departing from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (not Cairns), enjoy a small-group Kuranda day tour, limited to 20 guests for a personal and engaging experience....
$178

This is a great tour for those who only want to spend a half-day out or are short on time. We visit two areas on...
$127
Frequently Asked Questions
You often pay less than for a similar tour through the ship, and you choose from every tour in port instead of the ship’s shortlist. You keep the same peace of mind: Guaranteed Return to Ship, free cancellation on most tours and help 24/7.
Pick your cruise line, ship and sail date in the cruise finder. Your cruise page shows every day of your trip, the hours your ship is in Port Douglas, and the tours for that day: close to port, quick tours and visitor favorites.
Yes. Groups can book online, up to each tour’s limit. For groups of 10 or more, call us and our group bookings team will help. Each tour page lists its age limits, child prices and accessibility details. If you need to check something specific, call us before you book.
Yes. Shore excursions earn rewards like every booking you make directly with Cool Shore Excursions, and you can spend them on your next trip. See how rewards work.
Book a tour that ends at least an hour before all-aboard. If a delay on that tour ever makes you miss your ship, Cool Shore Excursions pays to get you to the ship’s next port of call, including a hotel if you need one.
Pick a tour that ends at least an hour before all-aboard (all-aboard is usually 30 to 60 minutes before your ship sails). Your cruise page shows the hours your ship is in Port Douglas, and each tour page shows how long the tour lasts. Booking two tours on the same day? Leave at least an hour between them. Book this way and our Guaranteed Return to Ship has you covered.
Change your tour yourself under Bookings in your account, or call us any time. We’ll move you to a time that fits your new hours, and if none does, you get a full refund, except on bookings marked All Sales Final.
If your cruise line cancels the stop in Port Douglas, for weather or a change of itinerary, you get a full refund with no fees or, if you prefer, the same amount toward an excursion at another port of call. Bookings marked All Sales Final are not refunded.
Most tours start within walking distance of the cruise piers. The exact meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Your cruise card and a photo ID: you need both to get back on board. Bring your booking confirmation (on your phone is fine), comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat and a little cash for tips.
Call us any time, day or night: our number is in your confirmation email. Your confirmation also has a local contact number for your tour. To check, change or cancel your booking yourself, go to Bookings in your account.
Most shore excursions can be canceled free up to 24 hours before they start (Port Douglas time). A few tours have a different policy, and each tour page shows its own. Cancel under Bookings in your account, or call us. If your ship skips Port Douglas, you get a full refund, except on bookings marked All Sales Final.
If your tour is canceled because of the weather, we’ll offer you another time that day that still fits your ship. If there isn’t one, you get a full refund or, if you prefer, the same amount toward an excursion at another port of call. Bookings marked All Sales Final are not refunded.
Yes, and it’s free. Change the date or time yourself under Bookings in your account up to 24 hours before the tour, subject to availability, or call us and we’ll do it for you.
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