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Whitsundays: Ocean Rafting Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Tour
Whitsundays: Ocean Rafting Whitehaven Beach & Hill Inlet Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.87 (4,995)7hYou’ll race across Whitsunday waters by raft with local guides, spend time on Whitehaven Beach’s famous silica sand, climb to Hill Inlet Lookout for unreal views, and snorkel vibrant reefs teeming with marine life. With small groups and beachside lunch included, it’s a wild mix of adventure and quiet moments you’ll keep replaying long after.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromAU$ 249View ›
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling & Diving Cruise from Cairns
Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling & Diving Cruise from Cairns★★★★★★★★★★ 4.71 (3,935)8h 30mYou board at Reef Fleet Terminal by 7:45am, spend five hours across two outer reef locations with snorkel and dive options, eat a BBQ lunch onboard, and return to Cairns by 4:30pm. All gear, lunch, wine and stinger suits are included; intro dives need no experience, and a scenic helicopter flight is available as an add-on. Book the dive package if you want to go under, or stick with snorkeling if you prefer to stay at the surface.Is it for me?Right for snorkelers and divers who want two different reef sites in one day without arranging their own transport or equipment. Plan to be out from 7:15am to 4:30pm — that full day is what makes visiting two outer locations possible instead of staying at one.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −17%fromAU$ 275View ›
K'gari Day Tour: Six Island Highlights with Guide & Lunch
K'gari Day Tour: Six Island Highlights with Guide & Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (3,864)9hA full-day guided tour of K'gari (Fraser Island) visiting Lake McKenzie, 75 Mile Beach, the Maheno shipwreck, Central Station rainforest, Eli Creek and Wanggoolba Creek boardwalk. The tour runs nine hours from either Hervey Bay or Rainbow Beach, with hotel pickup, an expert guide, national park fees, lunch and return ferry transfers all included. Children from age 1 are welcome; a moderate level of fitness is needed for walking and swimming at each stop.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the island's range—rainforest, lakes, beaches and shipwreck—without renting a 4WD or planning the route yourself. The guide handles the timing and the knowledge, and pickup from your hotel means the day starts without a drive to the terminal.Free cancellationTravelers' pickInfants freefromAU$ 279View ›
Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour from Airlie Beach
Whitsundays Guided Jet Ski Tour from Airlie Beach★★★★★★★★★★ 4.92 (3,518)2h 30mA guided jet ski tour from Airlie Beach operates three daily routes into the Whitsunday Islands Marine Park using the latest Sea-Doo models, with no license or prior experience required. Hotel pickup and drop-off from Airlie Beach is included; the Ultimate Island Trek adds lunch at Palm Bay Resort. Riders must be at least 16, able to swim in a lifejacket, and have moderate to above-average fitness depending on the route chosen.Is it for me?Book the Airlie Adventure if you want a shorter introduction to jet skiing with a chance to see sea turtles. Choose the Two Island Safari for a longer waterway exploration that demands more open-water confidence. Pick the Ultimate Island Trek if you have the fitness and time for a full-day ride to a remote island resort with lunch included.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromAU$ 130View ›
Whitehaven Beach Snorkeling Cruise with Two Reef Stops
Whitehaven Beach Snorkeling Cruise with Two Reef Stops★★★★★★★★★★ 4.86 (3,153)8hA full-day snorkeling cruise from Airlie Beach visits Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet Lookout on a high-speed catamaran, with two stops to snorkel the Great Barrier Reef. The boat is designed for stability, lunch and afternoon tea are included, and a guide provides live commentary throughout. Pickup from Airlie Beach meeting points is part of the package; children from age one are welcome with an adult, though the walk to Hill Inlet and ladder boarding suit travelers with moderate fitness.Is it for me?Book this cruise if you want to snorkel the reef twice and see Hill Inlet from above without arranging separate transport or managing multiple bookings—the catamaran's speed and stability mean the full day stays comfortable even if rough water usually bothers you.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromAU$ 250View ›
Great Barrier Reef Catamaran: Dive & Snorkel 2 Outer Reef Sites
Great Barrier Reef Catamaran: Dive & Snorkel 2 Outer Reef Sites★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (2,684)9hYou board at 7:45am, visit two outer reef sites chosen for that day's conditions, snorkel or dive with a naturalist guide, eat a chef-prepared lunch onboard, and return with all park fees and gear included. The crew's 30 years of experience means the location changes based on weather, not a fixed itinerary, so you get the reef that's actually good that day.Is it for me?Book this if you want the outer reef without arranging your own boat, choosing between 27 sites, or worrying about lunch and park fees — the crew's 30 years of experience means they pick the two locations that will actually be good that morning, which is what makes the difference between a reef day and a reef day you remember.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −26%fromAU$ 275View ›
Private Daintree Rainforest Walk: Small Group, World Heritage
Private Daintree Rainforest Walk: Small Group, World Heritage★★★★★★★★★★ 4.93 (2,525)9hYou walk through Mossman Gorge at the best light, cruise the Daintree River looking for crocodiles and birdlife, stop at Alexandra Lookout for views to the Coral Sea, wander Cape Tribulation beach where two World Heritage parks meet, eat lunch at a rainforest restaurant with a swim option, and explore the private Noah Valley property with your guide. All park fees, transport, morning tea, lunch, and a tropical fruit platter are included; the day is full and paced so you're not rushing between stops.Is it for me?A good fit if you want the main Daintree highlights — gorge, river, beach, and a private rainforest property — in one day without arranging transport or park fees yourself. The small-group format and experienced guide mean you're not moving through a checklist; expect a full day out from early morning to evening, which is what makes time for the wildlife cruise, two guided walks, and a proper lunch without rushing.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromAU$ 270View ›
Cape Tribulation & Daintree: Mossman Gorge, River Cruise, Lunch
Cape Tribulation & Daintree: Mossman Gorge, River Cruise, Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.62 (2,050)10h–12hYou’ll swim in Mossman Gorge after a traditional Welcome to Country ceremony, spot crocodiles during a Daintree River cruise, and taste fruit ice cream made right on site. With hotel pickup, lunch included, and stories from your local guide along the way, this day trip lets you feel both rainforest quiet and reef breeze—maybe even all at once.Free cancellationTravelers' pick-15%fromAU$ 203View ›
Port Douglas: Boat Cruise Spotting Crocodiles & Shipwrecks
Port Douglas: Boat Cruise Spotting Crocodiles & Shipwrecks★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (2,031)1h 30mYou board the Lady Douglas and spend the morning cruising Dickson Inlet on calm water, spotting crocodiles, birds, shipwrecks and crabs while the skipper points out Port Douglas history. You get one drink, snacks and activity sheets for kids included, and the pace is slow enough that you're not rushed or uncomfortable. Wheelchair accessible throughout, suitable for all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see crocodiles in their natural habitat without arranging your own boat or timing — the Lady Douglas's 30-year track record on this inlet is what makes consistent sightings possible, and the calm water means you can relax instead of holding on.Instant confirmationTravelers' pickInfants freefromAU$ 53View ›
Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkel & Dive with 6 Hours Reef Time
Cairns: Great Barrier Reef Snorkel & Dive with 6 Hours Reef Time★★★★★★★★★★ 4.83 (2,027)9hYou board a catamaran in Cairns, snorkel two protected reef sites six hours apart with a marine naturalist, eat a proper lunch, and ride in a glass-bottom boat to see the reef without getting wet. All gear, guides, and transport from the dock are included. You're back by mid-afternoon with no rush and no crowds.Is it for me?A good fit if you want a full day on the Great Barrier Reef without the rush or the crowds—six hours across two sites with a marine guide and no schedule pushing you along means you actually have time to notice what you're seeing. The boat holds 75 people maximum and operates in most weather, so you're not betting the day on perfect conditions.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromAU$ 223View ›
Port Douglas: Daintree River Crocodile Cruise Solar Boat
Port Douglas: Daintree River Crocodile Cruise Solar Boat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.88 (1,767)1hYou board a quiet electric boat and spend an hour spotting saltwater crocodiles, snakes, frogs, and birds on the Daintree River with a guide who knows where they hide. The Croc Cam zooms in on hard-to-spot wildlife on a screen, and you get a 99% croc sighting guarantee—if you miss one, your next cruise is free. Hotel pickup is included, and groups stay under ten people.Is it for me?Right for travelers staying in Port Douglas who want to see saltwater crocodiles and rainforest wildlife without engine noise or environmental impact. The one-hour cruise fits a morning or afternoon; longer two or three-hour options suit photography enthusiasts or those wanting a slower pace.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromAU$ 35View ›
Brisbane River Cruise & Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Entry
Brisbane River Cruise & Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary Entry★★★★★★★★★★ 4.76 (1,707)5h 30mYou board at Southbank, cruise downriver for an hour, then have three unscheduled hours at Lone Pine to see koalas, kangaroos, sheepdog and bird of prey shows, and wild lorikeets. The return cruise leaves at 1:30pm and gets you back to the city by 2:45pm. Entry to the sanctuary and both boat trips are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Australian wildlife without arranging separate transport and entry — the fixed schedule and included boat ride mean you show up at one place and the day unfolds on its own. It works well for families with young children and anyone who'd rather not navigate getting to Lone Pine by car.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −28%fromAU$ 138View ›
Barron Gorge: White Water Rafting Cairns & Port Douglas Pickup
Barron Gorge: White Water Rafting Cairns & Port Douglas Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.81 (1,627)4h 30mYou’ll paddle through Barron Gorge’s lively rapids with an experienced guide, soaking up rainforest views and sharing laughs with your raft crew. Feel the cool spray as you tackle grade III waves, then drift through calm stretches where sunlight dances on the river. With pickup from Cairns or Port Douglas included, you can just show up ready for a real Queensland adventure.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromAU$ 130View ›
Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride Surfers Paradise Thrill 55min
Gold Coast: Jet Boat Ride Surfers Paradise Thrill 55min★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (1,599)55mYou’ll feel your heart race as you spin and slide across Gold Coast Broadwater on this Surfers Paradise jet boat ride. Hold tight through wild turns, laugh with your crew, spot islands and maybe dolphins if you’re lucky — all with local guides who know every trick. The thrill sticks with you long after you dry off.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −26%fromAU$ 85View ›
Port Douglas: Outer Reef Snorkel & Dive Small Group Tour
Port Douglas: Outer Reef Snorkel & Dive Small Group Tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (1,553)7h 15mYou’ll join a tiny group from Port Douglas for a guided day on the Great Barrier Reef — swimming alongside your marine expert, spotting wildlife without crowds, sharing stories over lunch on deck, and feeling like you’ve really been let in on something special.Free cancellationTravelers' pickTop ratedfromAU$ 639View ›
Magnetic Island snorkeling & paddle boarding 5-hour tour
Magnetic Island snorkeling & paddle boarding 5-hour tour★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (1,475)5hA 5-hour snorkeling and paddle boarding tour around Magnetic Island combines reef exploration, secluded bays and marine life encounters with Master Reef Guides who share Great Barrier Reef knowledge and island history. The tour includes all snorkeling and paddle board equipment, UV suits or wetsuits, morning tea on a beach, and reef tuition in a safe environment; ferry tickets to the island are booked separately. Small group sizes keep the experience personalized for all ages and fitness levels.Is it for me?You'll see the reef and bays without juggling separate gear rentals or navigation—one morning bundles everything, with guides who adjust the pace and route to conditions and what you actually want to do.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −21%fromAU$ 165View ›
Port Douglas: Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling
Port Douglas: Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling★★★★★★★★★★ 4.85 (1,455)8hYou board a custom reef boat in Port Douglas and visit three outer Great Barrier Reef sites in one day with a professional guide. Snorkel the coral gardens with equipment provided, or try an introductory dive with no prior experience, or do a certified dive if you're qualified. Lunch, afternoon tea, and the guide's reef talk are included. The boat returns to Port Douglas by late afternoon.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to see the outer reef but aren't sure about diving — snorkeling gets you into the coral gardens with a guide, no experience needed. Plan for a full day out of Port Douglas; that's what fits three separate reef sites and lunch into one trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −25%fromAU$ 319View ›
Great Barrier Reef snorkeling & diving: Two reef sites
Great Barrier Reef snorkeling & diving: Two reef sites★★★★★★★★★★ 4.57 (1,358)8h 30mA full-day snorkeling and diving trip from Cairns to the Great Barrier Reef, visiting two sites on the Norman, Saxon, or Hastings reefs about 90 minutes offshore. You choose your level—snorkel, try an introductory dive with instruction, or do certified dives—and the boat handles all equipment, lunch, showers and tea. The operator reserves the right to prevent participation if a health questionnaire or medical assessment raises safety concerns.Is it for me?Book snorkeling if you want the reef without learning to dive; choose the introductory dive to try breathing underwater with instruction and no certification required; pick certified dives if you have your card and want to go deeper at multiple sites.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromAU$ 275View ›
Cairns to Kuranda: Scenic Railway, Skyrail & Village Day Trip
Cairns to Kuranda: Scenic Railway, Skyrail & Village Day Trip★★★★★★★★★★ 4.34 (1,156)7hYou’ll ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through lush rainforest from Cairns, float above ancient treetops on the Skyrail cableway, and explore Kuranda’s lively markets at your own pace. Meet locals and wildlife along the way, grab lunch wherever smells good, and let yourself get lost in those rainforest sounds — it’s more than just a scenic day out.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −43%fromAU$ 161View ›
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation: Full Day with River Cruise
Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation: Full Day with River Cruise★★★★★★★★★★ 4.67 (1,145)9hYou're picked up from your Cairns, Beaches or Port Douglas hotel and driven north to the Daintree Rainforest, where you spend a full day on a river cruise hunting for crocodiles, walking elevated boardwalks through ancient rainforest, swimming in a jungle pool, and standing where the forest meets the reef. Lunch, ice cream, and all park fees are included, and a local guide who's been doing this for decades sets the pace.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Cairns or nearby who want a full-day rainforest and reef experience without arranging their own transport or park entry — the pickup and fixed itinerary handle both. Expect a full day out with walking on boardwalks and a swim, which is what lets you see the rainforest, the river and the coast in one trip.Free cancellationTravelers' pickLikely to sell outfromAU$ 239View ›
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