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

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...
$77

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...
$77

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...
$69

There is a whole world in these gardens that most people never see. Jumping spiders smaller than a fingernail. Caterpillars that look like twigs. Fungi...
$57

Discover Cairns' vibrant nightlife on the Ultimate Party Bus Pub Crawl, recognized as the best pub and club tour in the city. This exciting double-decker...
$46

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...
$43

Cairns itself becomes the puzzle in this self-guided outdoor escape game - no venue, no host, just your team and the streets. Magnus has taken...
$23

Discover Cairns like never before with the Secrets of Cairns City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and...
$23

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

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

This package offers privacy and a personalized service for a serene escape at the Great Barrier Reef. Providing a luxurious and relaxing experience in VIP...
$1,171

OceanQuest, our liveaboard vessel, offers the ultimate overnight experience on the Great Barrier Reef departing from Cairns. Spend your days and nights exploring premium outer...
$518

Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns
Join Divers Den for an unforgettable day trip to the Great Barrier Reef, around 90 minutes from Cairns. Explore two exclusive reef sites on the...
$195

Avoid the crowds and experience The Great Barrier Reef the way nature intended. No other operator in this category can offer you this superb personalised...
$190

The only Indigenous experience available to the Great Barrier Reef. Interact with Indigenous Sea Rangers as they demonstrate their traditional culture as you travel to...
$163

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...
$148

Premium Half-Day Outer Reef Snokel Tour
Discover the Outer Great Barrier Reef in comfort aboard our large, purpose-built stable catamaran. With just 60 guests onboard, enjoy a relaxed half-day snorkel experience...
$138

We offer an intimate and unforgettable Great Barrier Reef experience, far from the crowds. Our goal is to immerse you in the natural beauty of...
$127

Experience the thrill of jet skiing in Cairns with no license or experience needed! Join Terra Marine’s unique 1-hour Croc Spotting tour and explore the...
$125

1 Hour Jetski Tour Cairns
Experience the thrill of jet skiing in Cairns with no license or experience needed! Join a guided tour with Terra Marine and blast through the...
$113

Brace yourself for one of the most intense and exhilarating experiences in Tropical North Queensland— white-water rafting on the mighty Tully River. This full-day adventure...
$113

