Take on a tropical rainforest adventure on the Crystal Canyon Canyoning Tour near Cairns Journey through a spectacular natural canyon surrounded by rainforest waterfalls and
Fitness Level: Suitable for adventurous beginners through to confident thrill-seekers
Location: Crystal Cascades
Activities Include: Waterfall abseiling, rock jumps, swimming, slides, traverses
Family Friendly: Great for families with older kids, teens and adventure lovers
Discover a Whole New Way to Experience Crystal Cascades!
Step beyond the walking trails and dive into Crystal Canyon – a guided canyoning experience that takes you off the beaten track and straight into the heart of one of Cairns’ most iconic waterfall locations.
Nestled in the rainforest just outside the city, Crystal Cascades is already a local favourite — but this tour offers a completely different perspective. Instead of admiring the views from afar, you’ll climb, jump, swim, slide, and abseil right through the gorge for an unforgettable immersion in nature.
Perfect for the adventure-seeker or the big kid at heart, this half-day canyoning tour blends excitement with exploration. You’ll scramble over rocks, lower yourself down waterfalls, and leap into refreshing pools, all while soaking up the natural beauty of the tropical rainforest.
Along the way, your experienced guides will provide expert instruction and support, ensuring a safe, flexible, and adrenaline-filled journey, whether it’s your first time or you’re chasing your next thrill. With each step, slide, and splash, you’ll discover more reasons to love this wild, watery playground.
Why You’ll Love This Tour:
Explore one of Cairns’ most beautiful waterfall systems – from deep within the canyon
Enjoy a mix of abseils, rock jumps, traverses, and natural swimming holes
No experience necessary – just bring your sense of adventure and a smile!
Run by professional, qualified guides for maximum safety and support
Suitable for ages 12 and up – a great choice for active teens and families
Includes all gear, instruction, and return transfers from Cairns
A unique opportunity to experience the rainforest in a truly hands-on, thrilling way
Behana Canyoning VS Crystal Cascades Canyoning: Is there a difference?
Slightly! Crystals is more advanced and the minimum age to partipate is 12 years old. Both trips offer an amazing and unique experience because of the different landscape backdrop – so at some point we know you will love doing both!
Furthermore, everything at Behana is optional, where crystals has compusory elements. So in the meantime here is the requirements and type of activities included for each:
Ages 8 years or older – due to every activity on course being optional
Abseils – up to 2
Rock Jumps – up to 3 (largest being 12m)
Rockslides – up to 2 (weather dependant)
Plunge pools or similar – up to 2 (weather dependant)
Crystal Canyoning Tour:
Ages 12 years or older – only one way down
Abseils – up to 5 (largest being 32m / 104ft)
Rock Jumps – up to 2 (4m or optional 10m)
Rockslides – 1
Plunge pools or similar
So, if you’re ready to embrace the rush, reconnect with nature, and try something out of the ordinary, Crystal Canyon is calling your name. It’s a one-of-a-kind rainforest adventure that’s as wet, wild, and wonderful as it sounds.
Book your Crystal Cascades canyoning experience today and dive into the adventure!
Begin with a scenic rainforest walk, then jump into natural pools, abseil down waterfalls, and finally, traverse your way through crystal-clear canyon streams for a truly unforgettable adventure.
Thermal top & Wetsuits (Winter Season)
Personal Safety Gear: Helmet, Harness, Carabiners, Life Jacket
Trip Safety Equipment: Ropes, bags, first aid, etc.
Qualified & Highly experienced international guides
Shuttle Transport (return) between main pick up point and gorge
Most Optional Extras will be booked after making your booking with the operator directly.
$10pp – Shoe Hire
$45pp – Photos only: Individual & Group Photos included (30 approx)
$65pp – Video only: POV Video from action camera on your helmet (90+ minutes)
Extra cash if you would like to purchase your photos/video/shoe hire/transfers or merchandise
Wear contact lenses rather than prescription glasses.
Daily medication
Humour & a sense of adventure
Pick up included from Cairns Reef Fleet Terminal. Meet us at Bus Bay #7, Reef Fleet Terminal, 1 Spence St, Cairns Marina – 15 minutes before your tour time.
Alternatively we can pick you up from your Cairns City accommodation for an adiditional fee. Please contact operator directly after your booking is made to arrange.
Age: Anyone 12 years or older. Guests under the age of 18 years must have a parent or guardian sign on their behalf & will need to be accompanied by a parent / guardian. We have had people in their mid 80’s – 90’s on our experiences, as long as you are comfy on your feet and feel confident with your fitness levels for participation then you are welcome to join us.
Fitness levels: We accept your challenge and cater to everyone’s pace, size & ability.
Swimming abilities: Guests need to have a very basic level of confidence to manovere in the water.
Medical Conditions: Participants should disclose any medical conditions (including allergies) at time of booking, that way we can best cater to everyone on the day. As our tours are a physically demanding adventure there are some medical conditions, impairments or disabilities may exclude participants from participation for safety reasons including but not limited to pregnancy, spinal injuries, some neck injuries.
Tour Itinerary – Crystal Canyon at Crystal Cascades (Half-Day Tour)
A minimum of 48 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Any date/name change will incur a $20 administration fee.
We are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during standard business hours (8 am to 5 pm, closed on Public Holidays), to allow us to contact the tour provider. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent via email to: [email protected]. Any emails received outside of these hours will be considered received the following day. Please be aware that cancellation attempts made through online chat or phone will not be processed.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
$20 cancellation fee 48 hours or more before departure
100% cancellation fee within 72 hours before departure and for "No Show"
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather etc.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities.
Operator Cancellations
Cancelations due to certain conditions and limitations; including but not limited to dangerous conditions and insufficient client numbers
Cancellations made by the operator will entitle the customer to a full refund of the amount paid if booked direct though the operator..
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Age: Anyone 12 years or older. Guests under the age of 18 years must have a parent or guardian sign on their behalf & will need to be accompanied by a parent / guardian.
Fitness levels: We accept your challenge and cater to everyone’s pace, size & ability.
Swimming abilities: Guests need to have a very basic level of confidence to manovere in the water.
Medical Conditions: Participants should disclose any medical conditions (including allergies) at time of booking, that way we can best cater to everyone on the day. As our tours are a physically demanding adventure there are some medical conditions, impairments or disabilities may exclude participants from participation for safety reasons including but not limited to pregnancy, spinal injuries, some neck injuries. This can be done in the 'Booking Message' section of your online reservation or by contacting our friendly reservations team
We are not liable for changes to tours, pricing or itineraries; all of which are subject to change without notice. Neither this site nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of personal belongings, property damage, delay or personal injury.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance.
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