Top things to do in Cairns & the Tropical North in Summer (Updated November 2026)

Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia
Great Barrier Reef & Michaelmas Cay Sailing Cruise from Cairns

Sail from Cairns aboard a luxury sailing catamaran to Michaelmas Cay, a picturesque sand cay on Great Barrier Reef. Encircled by fringing reef of beautiful …More

Sail from Cairns aboard a luxury sailing catamaran to Michaelmas Cay, a picturesque sand cay on Great Barrier Reef. Encircled by fringing reef of beautiful...

8 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$199
Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other …More

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour. Experience sights not seen on other...

6 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$83
Green Island Day Trip from Cairns

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green …More

Cruise to Green Island from Cairns and find a tropical paradise on the Great Barrier Reef. You'll spend either four or five hours at Green...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$84
Great Barrier Reef Activity Platform with Snorkeling from Cairns

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. From Great Adventures' spacious reef activity platform moored at the majestic Outer Reef, the …More

Experience the breathtaking beauty of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef. From Great Adventures' spacious reef activity platform moored at the majestic Outer Reef, the...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$215
Afternoon & Evening Tour of Paronella Park

Voted the number 1 must-see attraction in Tropical Far North Queensland is Paronella Park. We invite you on a journey enriching your senses and opening …More

Voted the number 1 must-see attraction in Tropical Far North Queensland is Paronella Park. We invite you on a journey enriching your senses and opening...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$179
Mossman Gorge Daintree Experience Small Groups

Our travellers love our small groups of like minded people. We seat up to 11 passengers. Our tour guide is qualified and knowledgeable in the …More

Our travellers love our small groups of like minded people. We seat up to 11 passengers. Our tour guide is qualified and knowledgeable in the...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$187
Daintree, Mossman Gorge and Wildlife Tour from Cairns

Travel sustainably on this full-day experience to the Daintree and Mossman Gorge. Immerse yourself in wildlife through recreated natural environments and learn about conservation efforts …More

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Travel sustainably on this full-day experience to the Daintree and Mossman Gorge. Immerse yourself in wildlife through recreated natural environments and learn about conservation efforts...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$185
Full-day Tour at the Atherton Tablelands with Food Tasting

This tour is so much more than a tasting tour! A full day exploring this diverse region heading west of Cairns is a plateau rising …More

This tour is so much more than a tasting tour! A full day exploring this diverse region heading west of Cairns is a plateau rising...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$205
3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package

Save up to 15% off with this 3 day package! Experience the best of Cairns and the Far North Queensland Region with a Great Barrier …More

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Save up to 15% off with this 3 day package! Experience the best of Cairns and the Far North Queensland Region with a Great Barrier...

3 days Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$427
Birdworld Kuranda Entry Ticket

• Enjoy over 60 species of birds in a natural rainforest habitat • See some of Australia’s endangered and Endemic Birds • Rare Southern Cassowary …More

• Enjoy over 60 species of birds in a natural rainforest habitat • See some of Australia’s endangered and Endemic Birds • Rare Southern Cassowary...

30 to 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$17
Wavedancer Low Isles Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise from Cairns

Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling …More

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Low Isles is an idyllic, unspoilt coral cay island just one hour's sailing from Port Douglas aboard the 30 metre sailing catamaran, Wavedancer. With snorkelling...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$222
Cairns Rainforest & Waterfalls 4WD Half-Day Tour

Explore the stunning rainforest surrounding Cairns in just a half or full day, making it perfect for travellers with limited time who still want a …More

Explore the stunning rainforest surrounding Cairns in just a half or full day, making it perfect for travellers with limited time who still want a...

5 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$127
2-Hour Cairns Botanic Gardens: Morning Photography Wildlife Walk

There is a whole world in these gardens that most people never see. Jumping spiders smaller than a fingernail. Caterpillars that look like twigs. Fungi …More

There is a whole world in these gardens that most people never see. Jumping spiders smaller than a fingernail. Caterpillars that look like twigs. Fungi...

2 hours Free Cancellation
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$56
Small-Group Afternoon Cairns City Tour with Harbour Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a small group Cairns afternoon guided tour, showcasing the best of Australia's most famous tropical city. Explore the cities rich history which provides glimpses …More

Enjoy a small group Cairns afternoon guided tour, showcasing the best of Australia's most famous tropical city. Explore the cities rich history which provides glimpses...

8 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$188
Kuranda Rainforestation & Kuranda Scenic Rail (R1BT)

Join Tropic Wings, the longest established coach operator in Cairns, for a full day adventure to Kuranda, located in the middle of World Heritage Rainforest. …More

Join Tropic Wings, the longest established coach operator in Cairns, for a full day adventure to Kuranda, located in the middle of World Heritage Rainforest....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$141
Small Group Daintree Rainforest and Aboriginal Coastal Adventure

A spectacular Aboriginal cultural journey on the traditional lands of the Kuku Yalanji people where you will discover both natural beauty and ancient culture. Come …More

A spectacular Aboriginal cultural journey on the traditional lands of the Kuku Yalanji people where you will discover both natural beauty and ancient culture. Come...

10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$277
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Port Douglas

Enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy aboard the Skyrail on a day trip to Kuranda from Port Douglas. Also …More

Enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy aboard the Skyrail on a day trip to Kuranda from Port Douglas. Also...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$154
Kuranda Wildlife Experience Deluxe Multi Attraction Pass

See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful …More

See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation
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$67
Explorer Tour by Cairns Waterfalls

Uncover the hidden gems and iconic sights of Tropical North Queensland on a flexible full-day tour from Cairns. This adventure blends lush rainforest, crystal-clear swimming …More

Uncover the hidden gems and iconic sights of Tropical North Queensland on a flexible full-day tour from Cairns. This adventure blends lush rainforest, crystal-clear swimming...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$117
Cairns River Cruise and Cairns City Sights Tour

See the best of Cairns in a day with a 1.25-hour morning Cairns River Cruise Tour, cruising the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. Enjoy lunch …More

See the best of Cairns in a day with a 1.25-hour morning Cairns River Cruise Tour, cruising the calm waters of Trinity Inlet. Enjoy lunch...

7 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$174
Small Group Waterfall Wetlands+ Skyrail All Inclusive from Cairns

Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders, cultural discovery and great food as you embark on a guided Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail adventure …More

Get ready for a day filled with natural wonders, cultural discovery and great food as you embark on a guided Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail adventure...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$219
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