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Sunlover: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns by Fast Catamaran

Sunlover Reef Cruises runs two return ferries a day from Cairns to Fitzroy Island, about 45 minutes each way by fast catamaran. The 8:45am departure …More

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Sunlover: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns by Fast Catamaran

Sunlover Reef Cruises runs two return ferries a day from Cairns to Fitzroy Island, about 45 minutes each way by fast catamaran. The 8:45am departure...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (73)
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$77
Green Island Reef Cruise - Half-Day Trip from Cairns

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

4.2 (261)

Green Island Reef Cruise - Half-Day Trip from Cairns

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...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.2 (261)
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$78
Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride

Don't miss the chance to go for a hot-air balloon flight over Far North Queensland's Atherton Tablelands. It's one of the "must do" activities when …More

4.8 (591)

Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon ride

Don't miss the chance to go for a hot-air balloon flight over Far North Queensland's Atherton Tablelands. It's one of the "must do" activities when...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (591)
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$352
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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4.3 (14)

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...

5 hours Free Cancellation
4.3 (14)
from
$77
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

4.4 (568)

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,...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.4 (568)
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$103
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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4.9 (93)

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...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (93)
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$120
Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour from Cairns

Explore Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, an award-winning attraction located between Cairns and Port Douglas. Cruise the wetlands to see crocodiles lazing on the riverbanks and witness …More

4.6 (226)

Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour from Cairns

Explore Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, an award-winning attraction located between Cairns and Port Douglas. Cruise the wetlands to see crocodiles lazing on the riverbanks and witness...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (226)
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$92
Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns

Don't miss the chance to go for a hot-air balloon ride over Far North Queensland's Atherton Tablelands - it's one of the top "must do" …More

4.8 (17)

Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns

Don't miss the chance to go for a hot-air balloon ride over Far North Queensland's Atherton Tablelands - it's one of the top "must do"...

4 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (17)
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$352
Cairns Rainforest & Waterfalls 4WD Half-Day Tour

Explore the stunning rainforest surrounding Cairns in just a half or full day, making it perfect for travellers with limited time who still want a …More

4.8 (82)

Cairns Rainforest & Waterfalls 4WD Half-Day Tour

Explore the stunning rainforest surrounding Cairns in just a half or full day, making it perfect for travellers with limited time who still want a...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (82)
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$131
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 …More

4.7 (20)

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...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (20)
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$120
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Day Trip from Cairns

See crocodiles up close at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. Take a boat cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon and witness crocodiles being fed by experience Park staff. You …More

4.5 (94)

Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Day Trip from Cairns

See crocodiles up close at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures. Take a boat cruise on Hartley’s Lagoon and witness crocodiles being fed by experience Park staff. You...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (94)
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$87
Afternoon Fitzroy Island Escape – 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

Likely to Sell Out
Likely to Sell Out
4.3 (16)

Afternoon Fitzroy Island Escape – 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...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.3 (16)
from
$77
Breakfast with the Koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Park from Cairns or Palm Cove

Start the day with a hot Aussie breakfast in the company of a cute koala and its keeper departing from Cairns or Palm Cove. See crocodiles …More

4.8 (37)

Breakfast with the Koalas at Hartley's Crocodile Park from Cairns or Palm Cove

Start the day with a hot Aussie breakfast in the company of a cute koala and its keeper departing from Cairns or Palm Cove. See crocodiles...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (37)
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$117
Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

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

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Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

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...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered
5.0 (20)
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$833
Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch

For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of …More

4.6 (20)

Private Helicopter Tour: Reef Island Snorkeling and Gourmet Picnic Lunch

For a once in a lifetime experience, combine your scenic flight with an exclusive getaway to your own piece of paradise. Feel the thrill of...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.6 (20)
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$863
Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour

A truly VIP experience, discover one of the great natural wonders of the world with a roundtrip helicopter scenic flight and a day at the …More

4.5 (2)

Fly in and Fly out Great Barrier Reef Cairns Day Tour

A truly VIP experience, discover one of the great natural wonders of the world with a roundtrip helicopter scenic flight and a day at the...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.5 (2)
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$1,813
Cairns: Paronella Park Night Tour, Small Group

Some destinations are beautiful. Paronella Park is unforgettable, and how you experience it makes all the difference. Join a small-group afternoon-to-night tour from Cairns and …More

4.8 (4)

Cairns: Paronella Park Night Tour, Small Group

Some destinations are beautiful. Paronella Park is unforgettable, and how you experience it makes all the difference. Join a small-group afternoon-to-night tour from Cairns and...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (4)
from
$185
Explorer Tour by Cairns Waterfalls

Explore the natural of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day tour from Cairns. Start your day with a visit to the botanical gardens, immersing yourself …More

5.0 (4)

Explorer Tour by Cairns Waterfalls

Explore the natural of Tropical North Queensland on a full-day tour from Cairns. Start your day with a visit to the botanical gardens, immersing yourself...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$120
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Palm Cove

Enjoy the wonders of Australia’s Tropical Rainforests with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the Kuranda Scenic Railway on this day trip from Palm Cove. …More

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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Palm Cove

Enjoy the wonders of Australia’s Tropical Rainforests with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the Kuranda Scenic Railway on this day trip from Palm Cove....

5 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.0 (5)
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$127
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 …More

5.0 (1)

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...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1)
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$128

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