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-  Join a wildlife educator for a guided front and back of house tour, including exclusive animal encounters and behind-the-scenes access. 
-  Visit the onsite turtle hospital to see how sick and injured sea turtles are cared for and rehabilitated. 
-  Watch the River Monsters scatter feed and hand-feed gentle cownose sting rays for a truly interactive experience. 
-  Go behind the scenes at the reptile breeding facility and learn how rare species are nurtured and protected. 
 
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-  Entry into Cairns Aquarium 
-  Fully guided, personalized 3-hour tour 
-  Cownose Ray encounter including hand-feeding experience 
-  Behind the Scenes, Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, and River Monsters Scatter Feeding 
 
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- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund. 
- Join a guided Marine Life Encounter at Cairns Aquarium, with exclusive animal feedings and behind-the-scenes access in a 3-hour tour. - Getting started- Check in at the Cairns Aquarium admission counter at 11:30am. Meet your Wildlife Educator Guide in the front foyer for a brief introduction before beginning your escorted front and back of house tour. - What to expect- Cairns Aquarium - Cairns Aquarium is a leading marine and freshwater wildlife centre, known for its focus on conservation and education. The facility showcases diverse aquatic habitats and supports rehabilitation efforts for native species. - Features-  Wildlife Educator Guided Tour: Explore both public exhibits and restricted back-of-house areas, learning about animal care, food preparation, and water filtration systems. 
-  Turtle Hospital: Visit the onsite turtle hospital to see how sick and injured sea turtles are treated and rehabilitated. 
-  River Monsters Scatter Feed: Watch as river-dwelling species are scatter-fed, highlighting unique feeding behaviours and adaptations. 
-  Hand-Feeding Cownose Sting Rays: Experience the rare opportunity to hand-feed gentle cownose sting rays under expert supervision. 
-  Reptile Breeding Facility: Get a behind-the-scenes look at the aquarium’s reptile breeding operations, supporting species conservation. 
 
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- What to bring-  Wear shorts or trousers and closed toe shoes for safety and comfort during the experience. 
-  Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at check-in. 
 - What’s not allowed-  Do not touch the animals or the contents of their enclosures at any time. 
-  Loud noises are not permitted; please be mindful of your noise level throughout the tour. 
-  Running is not allowed inside the aquarium, as there may be water on the floor. 
-  Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals. 
-  Companion Cards are not accepted for this experience. 
 - Accessibility-  Wheelchair and pram access is available for the self-guided walk through the aquarium. 
-  The behind-the-scenes guided tour is not wheelchair or pram accessible. 
-  Lifts, escalators, and accessible toilets are available throughout the attraction. 
-  If you are unable to walk onto the turtle hospital viewing deck, turtles can be seen through a viewing window. 
 - Additional information-  Children must be supervised at all times and cannot attend without a guardian present. 
-  You will be required to kneel down when feeding the rays. 
-  Children must be 12+ years to hand feed rays; a souvenir gift is provided for younger children. Closed-toe shoes and appropriate attire are required. 
-  Check in at the Cairns Aquarium admission counter at 11:30am; the tour starts at 11:45am and concludes at 2:45pm. 
-  Please tread carefully as floors may be wet in some areas. 
-  The experience is suitable for ages 3 and above. 
 
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-  Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly. 
-  Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the ticket redemption point. 
-  If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification. 
 - Ticket Redemption Point-  You can redeem the tickets directly at the entrance of the attraction: Cairns Aquarium. 
-  Address: 5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia. 
-  The Cairns Aquarium is conveniently located in the heart of Cairns, next to Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort and opposite DoubleTree by Hilton. 
 - Get Directions to the Redemption Point. - Getting There- By Train -  The closest transit station is Cairns, a 4-minute walk away from the aquarium. 
-  Kuranda Scenic Railway line will get you here. 
 - By Bus -  The closest bus stop is Cairns City Bus Station Platform 2, a 1-minute walk to the aquarium. 
-  Buses 110, 110N, 111, 113, and more will get you here. 
 - Validity- This ticket is valid for the date selected during checkout. 
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