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Cruise ship docked at Great Barrier Reef, Cairns, with vibrant coral visible underwater.

Great Barrier Reef Cruisesfrom AU$108

Fitzroy Island ferry approaching Cairns, Australia coast.

Fitzroy Island Cruisesfrom AU$108

Green Island cruise boat on clear waters near Cairns, Australia.

Green Island Cruisesfrom AU$108

Kuranda Scenic Railway crossing a bridge in lush Cairns rainforest.

Kuranda Scenic Railway Ticketsfrom AU$150

Crocodile feeding show at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Cairns, with audience watching.

Hartley's Crocodile Adventuresfrom AU$83

Person bungee jumping at Skypark Cairns over water.

Skypark Cairns Ticketsfrom AU$129

Child using microscope on Cairns school holiday tour.

School Holiday Favorites in Cairnsfrom AU$61

People swimming in a clear river surrounded by lush greenery in Daintree National Park.

Daintree National Parkfrom AU$149

Family observing sharks during Night at the Aquarium tour, Cairns Aquarium.

Cairns Aquariumfrom AU$61

Visitors on a boardwalk in Kuranda rainforest, Cairns, surrounded by lush greenery.

Kuranda Wildlifefrom AU$24

Visitors observing colorful birds at Birdworld Kuranda, Cairns.

Birdworld Kurandafrom AU$66

Koala climbing a branch at Kuranda Koala Gardens, Cairns.

Kuranda Koala Gardensfrom AU$24

Waterfall at Paronella Park, Cairns, surrounded by lush greenery and viewing platform.

Paronella Parkfrom AU$255

Blue and black butterfly on a pink flower at Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Cairns.

Butterfly Sanctuaryfrom AU$66

Rafting group navigating rapids on Barron River, Cairns.

Barron River Raftingfrom AU$149

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over lush forest in Cairns, Australia.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Ticketsfrom AU$317

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Sara H

Australia

3 weeks ago

+1 more

Stunning day on the reef to Green Island. The staff were excellent. They offered a prescription mask so that I could fully appreciate the beautiful underwater creatures. The food was fresh, plentiful and catered for a good range of dietary needs. Definitely recommended for a wonderful way to experience the Great Barrier Reef.

Cairns to Green Island Full Day Cruise with Activity Upgrades

Clyde C

Australia

3 weeks ago

Wonderful experience I was impressed by the quality of the work and detail that the exhibition Transposed Was exceptional

Tomb of the Pharaohs Tickets

Sudheshna O

Australia

Oct 2026

The event organizers were helpful and the ferry very luxurious to get to the Island. The schedule was good and gave me plenty time to enjoy the island and cover the major chinks of I. However, the dock of the cruise had changed into he last minute but we were not informed and figured it out by akin around. It would be nice if one fo the team members informed us of the change just so we weren't at risk of missing the cruise. Thy offered upgrade on activities like snorkeling and glass boat tour but when I asked for it they said they ran out of equipment for snorkeling. It would be nice if they kept some extras as they did offer and upgrade. Yet the organizers were still resourceful to tell me where I can get the equipment to have a good time, so I can't complain! 😊 Even if you have a only a half day left, I highly recommend visiting Fitzroy island and taking this tour as it is a place you will regret if you miss it.

Cairns to Fitzroy Island Half-Day Cruise With Activity Upgrades

Abigail L

Australia

Oct 2026

+2 more

Very interesting and informative. The tomb of the Pharaohs tour experience like we were in Egypt! If you like history and reading, best place! The aquarium tour was lovely too, kids enjoyed it!

Combo: Tomb of the Pharaohs + Cairns Aquarium Tickets

Kristyn J

Oct 2026

We absaloutley loved this day. The staff lovely, nothing was ever too much trouble. The boat over and nack was clean and modern. We did both snorkelling and the glass bottom boat. Both were excellent. Snorkelling is challenging, as there is so much coral, even with flippers and beach shoes.

Cairns to Fitzroy Island Full Day Cruise with Activity Upgrades

Suhaskumar P

Australia

Sep 2026

+1 more

Loved the train ride. It was a amazing exeperience. Sky rail was also a very good exeperience. View of mountains, waterfalls and beauty of nature itself felt like the best things in the world!!

From Cairns: Scenic Train & Skyrail Self-Guided Kuranda Tour

Owen M

Australia

Sep 2026

The shear diversity of the tour and all the incisions. Captivating scenery and the weather in tropical North Queensland was quite spectacular!

From Cairns: Scenic Train with Gold Class & Skyrail Kuranda Tour with Transfers

Nicholas W

Sep 2026

Our family loves marine life, and Cairns Aquarium is easily one of the best aquariums we've ever visited. We really enjoyed the shark talk, interactive touch tank and the huge variety of amazing sea life. The displays were well documented and made the whole experience even more interesting. It was very busy when we arrived, so I'd definitely recommend booking online and getting there as early as possible to enjoy the full day. We absolutely loved it and can't wait to return to Cairns for the twilight tour!

Cairns Aquarium Tickets