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Kuranda Railway, Skyrail and Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
Ride over 40 bridges and tunnels on the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Discover the rainforest village and famous Kuranda markets. Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and glide over just under five miles of Australia’s ancient & pristine World Heritage-listed tropical rainforest canopy. Vist Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Park for a thrilling up-close viewing of crocodiles and other native animals. Participate in presentations including Koala feeding. Departs daily from Cairns, Palm Cove & Port Douglas from 7am. Duration 10 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, full day touring, entry fees and lunch.
from $226 per person
Kuranda Scenic Railway, Aboriginal Culture and Skyrail Rainforest All Inclusive
An excellent tour, this is the best way to combine several of the must-do attractions around Cairns Kuranda Scenic Railway, Kuranda Markets, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Tjapukai Aboriginal Culture Park, buffet lunch at Tjapukai Restaurant and an interactive day of education and fun. Learn how bush foods were used to create medicinal remedies, learn how to play a didgeridoo, throw a traditional boomerang and spear, and interact with the Tjapukai people as they illustrate their ancient skills through music, theater, and demonstrations.Departs daily from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas from 7am. Duration 10.5 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, full-day touring and entry fees, and lunch.
from $230 per person
Sightsee ‘n’ Save Pass
The Ultimate in Australian sightseeing - receive four open-dated, fully transferable passes with APT tours. No complicated conditions. No extra fees. Valid for up to 4 full day tours or 8 half day tours. This pass is exclusive to overseas visitors and can only be purchased outside Australia. Check out the possibilities here!
from $388 per person
Go Jungle Surfing
An adventurous Cape Tribulation and Daintree experience! Enjoy a guided tour of the Wildlife Habitat, spotting Australian animals. Cross the Daintree River on a cable-driven ferry then stop at Alexandra Lookout for magnificent views. Lunch is at Cape
Tribulation then it’s time for Jungle Surfing—fly through the trees on ziplines, with views into the canopy and reef. Visit Myall Beach with free time to explore. Departs daily from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas at 7.30am. Duration 12 hours. Includes: Hotel transfers and lunch. Also available: ‘Go Wild’ Overnight.
from $219 per person
Tusa Dive One Day Outer Reef Cruise
Enjoy the Great Barrier Reef with Cairns’ leading day dive company, Tusa Dive. Cruise to the reef in style, aboard the evolutionary 80-foot catamaran, the T5. Visit two destinations, and enjoy five hours of diving and snorkeling magical coral reefs, and exploring the diverse marine life. Departs daily from Cairns at 8am. Duration 9 hours. Includes a free reef interpretation presentation, guided snorkel tour, equipment, wetsuits, lunch and hotel transfers. Option to pre-purchase into-diving or certified diving is available.
from $195 - $272 per person
Bonus Offer: Certified divers receive their third dive free.Ocean Spirit Michaelmas Cay
Imagine traveling to Michaelmas Cay, a stunning sand island off Cairns, aboard a luxury sailing catamaran. Spend four hours on the reef snorkeling in crystal clear shallow waters, experiencing a marine biologist guided tour, taking a semi submersible tour or perhaps scuba diving. Includes lunch, a superb hot and cold buffet of the finest local produce. Return to Cairns under full sail with a complimentary glass of champagne in hand while being entertained with live music. Departs Daily from Cairns and Palm Cove from 7am. Duration 8.5 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, snorkeling equipment, snorkel lesson, nature presentations, semi-submersible & buffet lunch.
from $214 per person
Reef Experience
Explore two spectacular outer reef locations during the cruise. Enjoy breakfast and lunch on the sundeck or pamper yourself and upgrade to the Top Deck Club. Departs daily from Cairns from 7am. Duration 8.5 hours. Includes Breakfast, morning tea, lunch, and wine and cheese on return journey, boom-netting, snorkel and dive equipment and Cairns hotel transfers. Pre-purchase intro-dive or certified dive options available.
from $182 per person
Bonus Offer: Receive a free guided snorkel tour, introductory dive or certified dive.Frankland Islands Cruise
Frankland Islands is part sand cay, part continental island, and so provides a tropical uninhabited isle and Great Barrier Reef adventure without the crowds. Enjoy pristine snorkeling, diving, semi-submersible and glass-bottom boat coral viewing tours; a guided island ecology walk and rock pools tour; and a cruise along the Mulgrave River - all with only a maximum of 100 guests.Departs daily from Cairns and Palm Cove from 8am. Duration 9 hours.Cruise & Lunch Includes hotel transfers, cruise, buffet lunch, snorkeling equipment and tuition. All Inclusive Option Includes Hotel transfers, cruise, buffet lunch, snorkeling equipment & tuition, semi-submersible, glass-bottom boat, guided snorkel tour, and guided walk
from $153-219 per person
Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise
Travel with Australia’s most awarded reef cruise company and see the Reef in comfort and style. Quicksilver’s friendly crew will take you to a reef at the very edge of Australia’s Continental Shelf, to an underwater world that is a dazzling kaleidoscope of color and brilliance. A two-storey pontoon complete with dive center, underwater observatory and heli-pad will be your base. Departs daily from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas from 7.30am. Duration 10 hours. Includes Hotel transfers cruise and buffet lunch.
from $248 per person
Mamu Rainforest & Misty Mountains Adventure
Catch a “birds eye” view of the protected wilderness of the Wet Tropics World Heritage listed National Park at the MaMu Rainforest Canopy Walkway. From the canopy walkway, take in the enormity of this beautiful landscape and the North Johnstone River. Stand high in the rainforest with both spectacular cantilever viewing platforms and tower canopy views. View the Misty Mountains and the soaring Mt Bartle Frere, Queensland’s highest mountain. Enjoy a short rainforest walk to Josephine Falls for a refreshing swim in the beautiful tiered waterfall which drops into several very deep pools over a natural waterslide, or take in the best aspects of the Falls from the viewing platform before heading for the Boulders Wilderness Reserve on the eastern slopes of Mt Bartle Frere. A constant high volume of water has weathered boulders and ravines in and along the creek bed. The Boulders holds a legend from the local Tininji tribe which will be recounted by your guide on a casual stroll around the boulder circuit. Departs daily from Cairns and Palm Cove at 8.30am. Duration 9 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, morning tea and picnic lunch.
from $138 per person
Ocean Spirit Dinner Cruise
Enjoy dinner on a luxurious catamaran while cruising on the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. With a glass of champagne in hand, stroll the decks and see the city lights. Enjoy a sumptuous four-course seafood buffet featuring some of the region’s best mouth watering prawns, oysters, reef fish and exotic platters of fruit all freshly prepared on board. Departs Cairns and Palm Cove from 6pm. Duration 2.5 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, 4-course dinner and non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages.
from $126 per person
Daintree Wanderer 4WD Tour
A highly personalized and interpretive visit to the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, the tour includes a private wildlife and crocodile cruise on the Daintree River, and a journey along a 4WD track at Cape Tribulation, culminating in views of the Coral Sea. Lunch is served a la carte in the heart of the rainforest. Have the chance to spot wildlife and swim at a secluded water hole. Walk along a boardwalk where your guide will explain the delicate balance of the rainforest. Departs daily from cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas at 6.45am. Duration 11 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, experienced guide, home-style morning tea and lunch.
from $267 per person
Daintree Forest and Cape Tribulation 4WD Tour
Take an interpretive walk and visit the Rainforest Canopy Tower. At Cape Tribulation Beach, walk the beach or boardwalk before having lunch in a rainforest setting. Join a calm water cruise of a waterway observing the wildlife that inhabits this environment, including saltwater crocodiles! Stop in Mossman Gorge on your return. Departs daily from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas from 7am. Duration 11 hours.Includes Hotel transfers, experienced guide, refreshments and lunch.
from $194 per person
Rainforest & Nocturnal Wildlife Eco Tour
Visit the scenic Atherton Tablelands, an area that features a range of habitats including lush tropical rainforest and volcanic crater lakes. By day we may see the Musky Rat Kangaroo, Boyd’s Forest Dragon, and a selection of rainforest birds. At dusk we venture to the river to search for Platypus, one of the most unique mammals on earth. After dinner at a country restaurant, the night of spotting begins. As we walk along mountain tracks, we may be lucky enough to spot Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroo, Lemuroid, Green and Herbert River Ringtail Possums, gliders, frogs, owls and more. Every night is full of discoveries. Later over supper, we reflect on what we have seen, and return home with an increased appreciation of rainforest life. Departs daily from Cairns and Palm Cove at 2pm. Duration 9 hours. Includes Transfers, tea/coffee, dinner, use of spotlighting equipment, reference materials, binoculars, experienced guides.
from $210 per person
Flames of the Forest Dining Experience
A unique dining experience awaits you at Flames of the Forest amid the world’s most ancient rainforest, near Port Douglas. Two experiences are offered: a romantic Rainforest Dining Experience includes three-course dinner (Sat), or the Flames of the Forest Experience includes an Aboriginal Cultural Performance (Tue, Thu and Fri). Departs from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas at 6pm. Duration 3 hours. Includes: Transfers, all food and beverages. Children under 6 years not catered for.
from $242 per person
Kuranda Scenic Railway - Upgrade Option
Book one of our full day Kuranda sightseeing options and consider upgrading your rail experience. Enjoy individual seating, larger viewing windows, dedicated attendant and canapes and refreshments as you and 24 other guests relax in the Gold Class carriage.
from $56 per person
Cairns Night Zoo
After sundown it’s all happening at Cairns Night Zoo! Start with a huge barbecue—beverages included. Then join the intrepid guide and learn what Australians get up to after dark! Get close to amazing wildlife including koalas, possums, owls and huge crocodiles! Meet kangaroos ‘round the campfire and enjoy great Aussie live entertainment. This all-inclusive night features a famous Aussie barbecue, delicious desserts, quality Australian wines and live music. Reservations essential. Numbers strictly limited. Departs Monday, Thursday and Saturday from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas at 6.00pm. Duration 4 hours. Includes Hotel transfers, dinner and beverages.
from $146 per person
Hot Air Balloon Cairns & Port Douglas
Enjoy the picturesque landscape at sunrise in the hot-air ballooning capital of the world. Experience the fun and unique sensation of flying gently high above the Atherton Tablelands. On your 30-minute flight, float through amazing outback scenery, see the rainforest and open spaces of Australia and the Koala, Kangaroo, and World Globe balloons as you race cross-country against the other hot-air balloons in the sky. See kangaroos in the bush, amazed at the sight of your balloon. An Aussie breakfast is an optional extra. Departs daily from Cairns and Port Douglas from 4.45am. Duration 5 hours. Insurance levy of AU$30 payable direct. Includes: Hotel transfers, inflation display, and certificate. Other options include luxury ballooning flight with limo transfers,
ballooning proposal or wedding flight.
from $196 per person