Tropical North Queensland: Scenic Day Tour

Explore Cairns’ stunning waterfalls and lush rainforests. Capture breathtaking photos and create unforgettable memories on this Instagram-worthy adventure.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cairns Botanic Gardens - Begin the day by exploring the Cairns Botanic Gardens, a sanctuary of diverse tropical flora and vibrant birdlife. Gain insight from the narratives and tales shared by the ever-evolving Pre-Historic Rainforest, preparing you for the rest of your journey with a profound understanding and mindfulness.
  • Northern Beaches -…
What's Included
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Discover the hidden treasures and famous landmarks of Tropical North Queensland on a customizable full-day tour departing from Cairns. This journey combines lush rainforests, pristine swimming locations, and picturesque coastlines, providing an ideal glimpse into the region’s natural splendor. Start with a guided tour of the Cairns Botanic Gardens,…

Location
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort
Grafton Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(14 Ratings)
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Vanessa_h
Sep 6, 2025
Our tour guide was so lovely and friendly. The waterfalls were beautiful. - Great experience, lovely tour guide, great price. Stunning views and beautiful drive. Would rate 10/10
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Paulfraser
Sep 4, 2025
See a little outside the city! - Had a lovely time visiting some beautiful locations outside Cairns. With the opportunity to swim in the refreshing waters in two different spots in the rainforest.
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Q1677jzoliviac
Jul 25, 2025
- My Partner and I did the explorer tour with this company and have nothing bad to say! Our tour guide Vanessa was so welcoming and engaging which made our day super exciting and comfortable. The views were amazing and Vanessa continued to amaze us with her interesting facts about Cairns. Would definitely recommend for those wanting a half day tour as you still got to experience the incredible scenery. Will definitely do this again!
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O5772mrsophieh
Jul 14, 2025
Exploring the secrets around Cairns - We booked very last minute and they were extremely accommodating. The whole trip was brilliant. We saw lots of tropical plants at the Botanical Gardens before heading the the Crystal Cascade Falls which were stunning. Not only was swimming under a waterfall just a dream, we also saw the biggest spider we have ever seen, from a safe distance and a turtle chilling on a rock. Our visit to the Behana Gorge Falls surpassed even the Falls. Stunning and really remote. By the end of the day we had seen so many highlights and views we would have never have experienced without this tour. So much packed into one your. Highly recommended.
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Julie
Jul 6, 2025
Cairns Canyoning company does a lovely and relaxing 5-6 hour tour to Crystal Cascades and Behana Gorge - Lovely and relaxing 5-6 hr tour mainly to Crystal Cascades and Behana Gorge. We had Vanessa as our guide who was lovely and a great driver. There was only my husband and I on the tour which was fantastic, most other companies would have cancelled it. Nice and slow paced with no strenuous walking, the minibus even took us right to the Behana Falls which saved a 45 minute walk each way! Perfect for people who don’t want to do a whole day’s tour, and saved the hassle of hiring a car. The company is called Cairns Canyoning but they do lots of different tours and activities, I would highly recommend them
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Jamesgn6756uk
Jun 28, 2025
When Plans Fell Through, Anton Came Through - While our experience with the booking office left a lot to be desired, our tour guide Anton more than saved the day. Originally, we booked the full-day Atherton Tablelands Waterfall Adventure, but after two cancellations by the office, we were left with no choice but to join the half-day Explorer Tour—with no mention of compensation for the difference. That said, we’re incredibly thankful we got to spend the day with Anton. He was everything you could want in a guide—genuinely knowledgeable about the region, full of hilarious jokes, and armed with a playlist full of absolute bangers. His energy, storytelling, and passion for the area transformed what could’ve been a disappointing day into a really memorable experience. We had a great time exploring the waterfalls and swimming holes, and that’s entirely thanks to Anton’s effort and enthusiasm. If you end up on one of these tours, cross your fingers that he’s your guide—you won’t regret it.
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Morgan_s
Jun 22, 2025
Lovely tour, great easy... - Lovely tour, great easy way to see the nature of the area without too much trouble or taking up too much time. Vanessa was amazing!
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F6406njclarac
Jun 4, 2025
Beautiful and relax day trip - Anton, our tour guide is so professional and kind. He gave the most interesting facts on the flora and fauna of Cairns rainforest and waterfalls. The small group arrangements cater to our needs and interests perfectly. A great day out!
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Inga_j
May 20, 2025
Strongly recommend - Our guide Anton was great. Full of knowledge about trees and wild life. Also sugarcane and water supplys .
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Sassyb15
Apr 20, 2025
Mixed feelings - Our guide Paige was great, however I don’t feel we did all the sites listed and the issue with the tour buses put me off a little. The eatery places were not open. One place was extremely slippy & difficult to get to.
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From $92
up to 11 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).