
Welcome to things to do in Cairns
Things to do in Cairns
Welcome to things to do in Cairns
Cairns is the vibrant heart of the Tropical North Queensland region. It’s a multi-faceted, stylish town that is the gateway to the incredible biodiversity of the oldest tropical rainforest on earth and the dive and discovery wonders of the Great Barrier Reef.
There are many unique experiences to be tried in the town and its rich hinterland areas along the coastal strip. Things To Do in Cairns, around Cairns and from Cairns are unlimited.
Best Things to do in Cairns

Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
Hartleys Crocodile Adventure is located just minutes north of Cairns or minutes south of Port Douglas Located on a hectare World Heritage location at Wangetti
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Great Barrier Reef Budget Cruise
Cairns favourite budget tour to Australia's Great Barrier Reef. Best crew, unlimited snorkelling, BBQ lunch, 2 locations and boomnetting
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Rainforest and Waterfall Tour
You are invited on "Gus the Wonder Bus" for an unforgettable day tour through Queensland's spectacular Atherton Tablelands region.
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Daintree Rainforest on a Budget
Fun Day to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation including Wildlife Habitat, Daintree River Cruise, Alexandra Lookout and Dubuji Boardwalk
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Cape Tribulation 4wd Tour
Discover the Daintree Rainforest on our Cape Tribulation Premium day Tour visit Daintree Rainforest Cape Tribulation and the Bloomfield Track
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Great Barrier Reef Tour, Reef Experience
Cairns best All Inclusive Tour Spectacular outer Barrier Reef locations Includes FREE scuba dive for certified divers and beginners, snorkelling, breakfast & BBQ Lunch
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Ocean Spirit
Sail the Coral Sea with Cairns Sailing to Michaelmas Cay. Enjoy a relaxing day of sailing and snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef.
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Daintree Rainforest Luxury Tour
Explore the oldest living tropical rainforest in the world Daintree Rainforest, spot a crocodile on our Daintree River Cruise, enjoy our guided rainforest walk
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Great Barrier Reef Pontoon Cairns
Visit Norman Reef onboard Great Adventures. Your trip includes 3 hours on our Outer Reef Activity platform and snorkeling equipment
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Lizard Island
Access this beautiful island via scenic flight and enjoy a full six hours to explore this pristine national park without any crowds.
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Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Kuranda
Visit the largest butterfly aviary in the Southern Hemisphere! Wander through beautiful Rainforest Gardens. Get up close to different species of tropical butterflies.
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Cairns Wildlife Dome
Cairns City Zoo at the top of the Reef Casino. You can get your photo taken with a koala. Meet some of our Aussie animals!
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Mamu Tropical Skywalk Queensland
Not only beautiful but sustainable too! You will explore the rainforest from the floor to the canopy and experience breathtaking views from this canopy boardwalk
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Aquarium in Cairns
Discover over 16,000 creatures from the reef and rainforest by immersing yourself in the 5 unique habitats which are on display.
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Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
Cairns Zoom is an awesome adventure ropes course that is great for the whole family don't miss the chance to zoom over the crocodile pit
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Paronella Park Cairns
The Spanish Castle in the Rainforest Spread over 5 Hectares Jose Paronella began construction of his labour of love in the early 1930s
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Rainforestation Kuranda
Visit Rainforestation Kuranda and see Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Koala and Wildlife Park and World War 2 amphibious Army Duck rainforest tour!
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Australian Indigenous Experience
See the world’s oldest living culture brought to life through traditional dance, art, and interactive demonstrations.
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Fitzroy Island Ferry
Fitzroy Ferry departs several times a day from Cairns Choose from halfday fullday and resort accommodation Prices start at for an adult for a child
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Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail
The Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail day tour to Kuranda is a must when visiting Cairns discover Kuranda Markets unique art galleries and stalls
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Kuranda Rainforest Skyrail
Specifically engineered for breathtaking views, there's no better way to see the Kuranda Rainforest!
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Cairns Sight Seeing
The ultimate “City Sights” tour of Cairns and its spectacular tropical environs Offering so much more than the usual City tours this truly rewarding afternoon.
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Green Island Half Day Tour
Enjoy beautiful Green Island with the Green Island Half Day tour. Laze on the beach, snorkel, dive or wander the rainforest boardwalks.
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Green Island Day Trip
Green Island Reef Cruise options for both full or half day spend a lovely day options for snorkeling relaxing on the beach walking and more
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Indigenous Cultural Experience
Take a cultural experience with indigenous Kuku Yalanji, the traditional custodians, from traditional spear fishing to observing native food plants and cultural medicines.
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Parasailing Cairns
Get a birdseye view of Cairns as you sail over the inlet on our Cairns Parasailing with wonderful views of the city and Green Island
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Estuary Fishing Cairns
Estuary Fishing Cairns. Catch barramundi, mangrove jack, queenfish, fingermark, trevally, salmon and more hard fighting tropical species.
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Cairns Estuary Fishing and Crabbing
Enjoy a great morning or afternoon Fishing and Crabbing in the calm waters of our Cairns Estuary Trinity Inlet which is surrounded by lush greenery.
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Cairns Calm Water Fishing
Only the best equipment is supplied to ensure the best Cairns fishing trips.
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Cairns Ultimate Dinner Cruise
A Cairns Dinner Cruise is the perfect way to relax and take in the views of the Cairns city lights and Trinity Inlet
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Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures Half Day
Experience the famous Crocodile Attack Show where you see the notorious head shake and death roll of these huge prehistoric animals
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AJ Hackett Giant Jungle Swing
AJ Hackett Giant Jungle Swing is the only multi-person swing in Australia swooping through the jungle from 45 metres to 1 metre in 3.5 seconds!
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Great Barrier Reef DEAL – Liveaboard
DISCOUNT LIVEABOARD Stay on the Great Barrier Reef snorkeling deal, 2 days 1 night 'Great Barrier Reef Deal'
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Stateroom Liveaboard
Cairns' #1 rated liveaboard, unbeatable on service & value. Visit the best Outer Reefs scuba diving or snorkeling
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Top Deck Club Liveaboard
Experience the best with a luxurious liveaboard cruise and fantastic service on the Great Barrier Reef. Make your holiday the best it can be
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Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard & Rainforest
Liveaboard and Daintree rainforest package. See 2 World Heritage sites, so snorkeling or diving on the Great Barrier Reef and explore the amazing Daintree.
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Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard & Kuranda
Reef Liveaboard and Kuranda village package. See the Great Barrier Reef, go snorkeling or diving and experience an awesome day trip to Kuranda village.
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North Queensland Getaway
Great Barrier Reef liveaboard, Daintree rainforest, Outback and Chillagoe Caves package. Explore limestone caves, discover the oldest tropical rainforest and stay on the Reef.
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Action Getaway
Great Barrier Reef liveaboard rafting on the mighty Tully river and an overnight stay in the beautiful Cape Tribulation See the best the tropical north
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Top Deck Liveaboard and Rainforest
Experience two World Heritage Sites with this Top Deck Liveaboard and Rainforest package. See the Great Barrier Reef in style, on the luxurious Top Deck...
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Luxury Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard and Kuranda
Luxury liveaboard on the Reef and a day trip to Kuranda by train and return with Skyrail.
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Reef and Island Getaway
Imagine sleeping on Australia's Great Barrier Reef! This awesome package includes Australia's best Great Barrier Reef liveaboard and one night on tropical Green Island.
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