Top Shore Excursions for your Costa Serena 12 Night Darwin, Cairns & Brisbane Cruise
Sunday, November 1, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Monday, November 2, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Thursday, November 5, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Friday, November 6, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Sunday, November 8, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Monday, November 9, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Saturday, October 31, 2026 • Departs 6:00 PM
Sunday, November 1, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Monday, November 2, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 • 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
10 hours in Darwin (approx.) • Safe window for excursions: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Thursday, November 5, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Friday, November 6, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Saturday, November 7, 2026 • 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
10 hours in Cairns (approx.) • Safe window for excursions: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Skypark Cairns is Australia's only permanent bungy jump site and the only place on Earth where you can choose from 16 different jump styles at …More
Skypark Cairns is Australia's only permanent bungy jump site and the only place on Earth where you can choose from 16 different jump styles at...
$132

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 …More
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...
$69

Australia's only giant swing where riders control their own release - and the only swing in the country that takes groups of up to three …More
Giant Swing Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett
Australia's only giant swing where riders control their own release - and the only swing in the country that takes groups of up to three...
$76

See the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this 40-minute scenic flight in our high wing aircraft. You'll see Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef, …More
See the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this 40-minute scenic flight in our high wing aircraft. You'll see Cairns, Green Island, Arlington Reef,...
$202

Skypark Cairns is the only place in Australia, and one of very few places on Earth, where you can do both of these things in …More
Skypark Cairns is the only place in Australia, and one of very few places on Earth, where you can do both of these things in...
$188

Uncover the hidden gems and iconic sights of Tropical North Queensland on a flexible full-day tour from Cairns. This adventure blends lush rainforest, crystal-clear swimming …More
Explorer Tour by Cairns Waterfalls
Uncover the hidden gems and iconic sights of Tropical North Queensland on a flexible full-day tour from Cairns. This adventure blends lush rainforest, crystal-clear swimming...
$119

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 …More
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...
$833

See the north's only nocturnal exhibit for night-loving marsupials. See Bilbies, visit our pioneering history exhibits. See Lizards and Crocodiles, Quokkas, and Wombats and most …More
See the north's only nocturnal exhibit for night-loving marsupials. See Bilbies, visit our pioneering history exhibits. See Lizards and Crocodiles, Quokkas, and Wombats and most...
$17

Hold on tight as your expert captain performs exciting spins and maneuvers, keeping you refreshed with splashes along the way. Admire stunning waterfront views and …More
Cairns Jet Boat Ride
Hold on tight as your expert captain performs exciting spins and maneuvers, keeping you refreshed with splashes along the way. Admire stunning waterfront views and...
$66

Discover the tranquil beauty of Cairns’ Trinity Inlet on this relaxing 75-minute Cairns River Cruise—a perfect way to unwind and explore the region from the …More
Discover the tranquil beauty of Cairns’ Trinity Inlet on this relaxing 75-minute Cairns River Cruise—a perfect way to unwind and explore the region from the...
$49

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local …More
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local...
$21

Journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes for a family fun and education-focused experience. Australia's stunning Great Barrier Reef, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life, is …More
Cairns Koalas & Creatures at the Pier
Journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes for a family fun and education-focused experience. Australia's stunning Great Barrier Reef, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life, is...
$15

Gain exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium and embark on a guided tour with a wildlife educator. Learn how animals behaviours adapt from day …More
Cairns Aquarium by Twilight Tour
Gain exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium and embark on a guided tour with a wildlife educator. Learn how animals behaviours adapt from day...
$62

This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute …More
40 minute Reef Scenic Flight
This 40-minute reef scenic helicopter flight is incredible. By extending the flight by another 10 minutes, we take in all the highlights of the 30-minute...
$410

This 30-minute scenic helicopter tour departs Cairns airport and tracks out from the mainland with views of the city of Cairns and Trinity inlet, passing …More
30 minute Reef Scenic Flight
This 30-minute scenic helicopter tour departs Cairns airport and tracks out from the mainland with views of the city of Cairns and Trinity inlet, passing...
$326

Walk through the heart of Cairns and journey back in time on a tour full of stories, secrets, and surprises. From the city’s early settlers …More
Cairns History Walking Tour
Walk through the heart of Cairns and journey back in time on a tour full of stories, secrets, and surprises. From the city’s early settlers...
$37

• Enjoy over 60 species of birds in a natural rainforest habitat • See some of Australia’s endangered and Endemic Birds • Rare Southern Cassowary …More
Birdworld Kuranda Entry Ticket
• Enjoy over 60 species of birds in a natural rainforest habitat • See some of Australia’s endangered and Endemic Birds • Rare Southern Cassowary...
$17

See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful …More
See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful...
$67

Enjoy a unique action-packed farm experience for the whole family with horse and ATV riding to fulfil the ultimate experience. …More
Enjoy a unique action-packed farm experience for the whole family with horse and ATV riding to fulfil the ultimate experience....
$132

Pure Snorkelling offers a half day tip to the Great Barrier Reef. It is the fastest boat in Cairns allowing you to spend more time …More
Pure Snorkelling offers a half day tip to the Great Barrier Reef. It is the fastest boat in Cairns allowing you to spend more time...
$131

Explore the tropical paradise of Green Island on a half day trip from Cairns. Enjoy around two hours exploring the Great Barrier Reef island with …More
Explore the tropical paradise of Green Island on a half day trip from Cairns. Enjoy around two hours exploring the Great Barrier Reef island with...
$77

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 …More
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...
$91

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...
$175

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...
$206

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
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...
$84

Enjoy a small group Cairns afternoon guided tour, showcasing the best of Australia's most famous tropical city. Explore the cities rich history which provides glimpses …More
Enjoy a small group Cairns afternoon guided tour, showcasing the best of Australia's most famous tropical city. Explore the cities rich history which provides glimpses...
$190

Escape into the wild beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day exploration from Cairns. Start your journey with a scenic walk around Lake Barrine, …More
Escape into the wild beauty of the Atherton Tablelands on this full-day exploration from Cairns. Start your journey with a scenic walk around Lake Barrine,...
$223

Discover Kuranda's legendary railway and World Heritage rainforest on a small-group tour of up to 10 guests, with multilingual guides (English, Mandarin, Cantonese). Ride the …More
Discover Kuranda's legendary railway and World Heritage rainforest on a small-group tour of up to 10 guests, with multilingual guides (English, Mandarin, Cantonese). Ride the...
$210

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 …More
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

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 …More
Mountain Bike Tour - Cairns
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...
$160

Make the most of your time in Cairns with a customizable half-day tour, perfect for those with limited hours before or after a flight. Choose …More
Cairns City Half Day Tour
Make the most of your time in Cairns with a customizable half-day tour, perfect for those with limited hours before or after a flight. Choose...
$126

Dive, snorkel and sail the Great Barrier Reef with an award-winning company with 30 years’ experience operating personalized day tours to the Great Barrier Reef. …More
Dive, snorkel and sail the Great Barrier Reef with an award-winning company with 30 years’ experience operating personalized day tours to the Great Barrier Reef....
$192

Sunlover Reef Cruises takes you from Cairns to its own pontoon at Moore Reef, on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, every day. Depart at 10:15am, …More
Sunlover Reef Cruises takes you from Cairns to its own pontoon at Moore Reef, on the Outer Great Barrier Reef, every day. Depart at 10:15am,...
$214
Sunday, November 8, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Monday, November 9, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 • 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
10 hours in Brisbane (approx.) • Safe window for excursions: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Thursday, November 12, 2026 • Arrives 7:00 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
Costa Serena is in Cairns on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. If the cruise line changes those hours, we’ll move your tour to a time that fits or refund it in full, except on bookings marked All Sales Final.
Costa Serena sails from Cairns at 7:00 pm. Pick a tour that ends by 5:00 pm: that gives you at least an hour before all-aboard, and Guaranteed Return to Ship has you covered. Each tour page shows how long the tour lasts.
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.
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 Cairns, 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 Cairns, 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 (Cairns 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 Cairns, 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.
Yes, Cool Shore Excursions is a legit business. We are a registered travel and excursion booking platform based in Florida, serving customers worldwide. We hold active licenses with the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services and maintain strong customer ratings across major review platforms.
On Trustpilot, we maintain a high rating, with users frequently praising our guides’ professionalism, the quality of our local tours, and our customer support. We are officially registered with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) as a professionally licensed travel agency with an A+ rating. In addition to stellar Trustpilot & BBB ratings, we feature tour reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Viator and TripAdvisor
Your cruise

Sunday, November 1, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Monday, November 2, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Thursday, November 5, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Friday, November 6, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Sunday, November 8, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Monday, November 9, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!
Wednesday, November 11, 2026
A day at sea: no port stop. Enjoy everything the Costa Serena has to offer!

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