Where the rainforest meets the reef, tropical Cairns is a tourist hotspot that has perfected the laidback vacation vibe.
Cairns CBD has a host of options to while away your holiday time: sunbaking and cooling dips at the sprawling seawater lagoon; sunset wanders up and down the boardwalk or splashing your cash at one of the many tourist-friendly bars or cafes in town. This place caters for budget-stricken backpackers to billionaires" should be "This place caters for everyone from budget-stricken backpackers to billionaires
If you're looking for something a bit more adventurous, try one of our top picks for activities and tours in Cairns.
Green Island Trip with Cairns City Tour from Book with finder.com.au
Cairns Discovery Tours
Highlights:
Cruise to Green Island on a catamaran for snorkelling or to take a glass-bottom boat tour
Take a city tour of Cairns and see Flecker Botanic Gardens, plus stop for afternoon tea
Price is per person and includes both tours
From AUD
$161.00
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Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail from Book with finder.com.au
Global Travel Services
Highlights:
Explore the markets and shops of Kuranda and see heritage-listed rainforest
Available during peak season
Price is per person and includes a trip on the scenic railway and skyrail cable cars, plus transfers
From AUD
$128.00
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2-Day/1-Night Great Barrier Reef Trip from Book with finder.com.au
Rum Runner Cairns
Highlights:
Spend two days at sea on the Great Barrier Reef - see marine life and coral at up to 4 dive sites
Suitable for divers and snorkelers (who get a free introductory dive)
Price is per person and includes all meals
From AUD
$330.00
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1 Day Cooktown 4WD Adventure from Book with finder.com.au
Adventure North Australia
Highlights:
Drive along the scenic Captain Cook Highway and through the Daintree Rainforest to Cooktown
Stop for tea with homemade scones in Cape Tribulation
Price is person and includes the 4WD tour and transfers from your hotel
From AUD
$270.00
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Outback Tour & Chillagoe Caves from Book with finder.com.au
Billy Tea Safaris
Highlights:
Drive to Chillagoe through wetlands areas and remote outback roads
Visit a traditional Outback pub and Mt Uncle Distillery along the way
Price is per person and the tour lasts for approximately 11 hours
From AUD
$230.00
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