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Kuranda Scenic Railway Heritage Class Ticket
Parks & gardens • Cairns

Kuranda Scenic Railway Heritage Class Ticket

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★ 4.6 (167) • 5K+ booked
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Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns
Cruises • From Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Full Day Tour from Cairns

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★ 4.7 (221) • 5K+ booked
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Great Barrier Reef Snorkel, Dive & Helicopter Full Day Tour
Cruises • From Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Snorkel, Dive & Helicopter Full Day Tour

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★ 4.7 (155) • 2K+ booked
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Green Island Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Day Tour
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Tours • From Cairns

Green Island Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat Day Tour

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★ 4.5 (126) • 4K+ booked
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Kuranda, Skyrail and Scenic Rail Day Tour with Transfers
Tours • From Cairns

Kuranda, Skyrail and Scenic Rail Day Tour with Transfers

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★ 4.3 (16) • 500+ booked
From ₫ 3,655,478
Klook Pass Australia Tours
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Klook Pass Australia Tours

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Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities
Water activities • Cairns

Half or Full Day Fitzroy Island Transfers & Optional Activities

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Morning departure
7+ hrs
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★ 4.5 (123) • 3K+ booked
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Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Tour from Cairns
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Cruises • From Cairns

Green Island Reef Cruise Full Day Tour from Cairns

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★ 4.5 (116) • 5K+ booked
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Great Barrier Reef Day Tours
Cruises • From Cairns

Great Barrier Reef Day Tours

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Cairns Aquarium Ticket
Zoos & aquariums • Cairns

Cairns Aquarium Ticket

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Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
Cruises • From Cairns

Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns

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★ 4.3 (24) • 800+ booked
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Grand Kuranda Full Day Tour from Cairns
Tours • From Cairns

Grand Kuranda Full Day Tour from Cairns

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★ 4.6 (117) • 1K+ booked
₫ 5,509,452
Cairns car rentals | Rent a car for Great Barrier Reef, Green Island, Kuranda
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Car rentals • Cairns

Cairns car rentals | Rent a car for Great Barrier Reef, Green Island, Kuranda

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Shared Airport Transfer between Cairns, Port Douglas, Palm Cove
Airport trains & buses • From Cairns

Shared Airport Transfer between Cairns, Port Douglas, Palm Cove

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Green Island Ferry Transfer Ticket from Cairns
Ferries • Cairns

Green Island Ferry Transfer Ticket from Cairns

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Shared Cairns Airport Transfer (CNS) for Cairns
Airport trains & buses • Cairns

Shared Cairns Airport Transfer (CNS) for Cairns

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Fitzroy Island Ferry Transfer Ticket from Cairns
Ferries • Cairns

Fitzroy Island Ferry Transfer Ticket from Cairns

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★ 4.5 (33) • 1K+ booked
₫ 1,696,561
Airport Transfers from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas
Private airport transfers • Cairns

Airport Transfers from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas

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Private Cairns Airport (CNS) Transfers for Cairns CBD
Private airport transfers • Cairns

Private Cairns Airport (CNS) Transfers for Cairns CBD

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Cairns Private Car Charter
Car charters • Cairns

Cairns Private Car Charter

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Hotels in Cairns

Shangri-La Hotel The Marina, Cairns
Hotels • Cairns

Shangri-La Hotel The Marina, Cairns

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★ 4.4 (926)
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Crystalbrook Bailey
Hotels • Cairns

Crystalbrook Bailey

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★ 4.5 (667)
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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
Hotels • Cairns

Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort

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★ 4.4 (619)
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Cairns Queens Court
Hotels • Cairns

Cairns Queens Court

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★ 3.8 (971)
From ₫ 1,384,875
Crystalbrook Flynn
Hotels • Cairns

Crystalbrook Flynn

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★ 4.6 (765)
From ₫ 3,405,121
Hilton Cairns
Hotels • Cairns

Hilton Cairns

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★ 4.4 (942)
From ₫ 3,110,315
Palm Royale Cairns
Hotels • Cairns

Palm Royale Cairns

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns
Hotels • Cairns

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns

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★ 4.2 (972)
From ₫ 3,258,375
Crystalbrook Riley
Hotels • Cairns

Crystalbrook Riley

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From ₫ 3,685,199
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park
Hotels • Cairns

Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

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★ 3.7 (942)
From ₫ 1,229,978
Coral Tree Inn
Hotels • Cairns

Coral Tree Inn

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★ 4.0 (987)
From ₫ 2,561,730
Cairns Plaza Hotel
Hotels • Cairns

Cairns Plaza Hotel

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★ 4.6 (963)
From ₫ 4,375,533

Reviews of Cairns activities

Eve ***
2025-09-04 14:27:19
Fantastic 5.0
This was our first time skydiving. We highly recommend booking the earliest session so you can watch the sunrise. It was an amazing experience in Cairns. If you want photos or videos taken, you'll need to add a package at the shop.
Klook 用戶
2025-07-02 22:09:25
Fantastic 5.0
The round trip takes 2 hours each way. The instructor Cris is very friendly and the instructions are very careful. After boarding the plane, it will circle for a while to enjoy the scenery. It's a pity that I didn't add the landing on the beach. This trip should reserve at least half a day
鴫原 ***
2025-10-16 10:29:13
Fantastic 5.0
My friend and I did a tandem bungee jump. The process from reception to the bungee jump itself was smooth, there weren't many participants, and there was no wait time. It was a great experience.
Klook会員
2025-11-30 11:08:01
Fantastic 5.0
After exiting at the arrival gate, inform the Exemplar company at the reception desk on the far left that you have arrived. My name was on the whiteboard at the reception. The reception time determined at the time of booking is just a guide, and it doesn't seem like they leave at that exact time. My flight arrived at 4:30, and that's the time I was assigned, so I was a little worried, but they waited for everyone who had a reservation to arrive before departing. Once everyone was together, the driver guided us to the car outside, loaded our luggage into the cargo area, and we set off.
Klook User
2025-10-28 02:00:04
Fantastic 5.0
great service by all the staff on board. Good quick ferry that took off and left on time. no complaints.
王 **
2025-08-22 12:42:37
Fantastic 5.0
[Airport to Hotel] Very convenient to use. After entering the airport and before baggage claim, you'll see an Exemplar counter on your left. Check in at the counter with your name, and they will tell you which parking space the driver is at. Then, proceed to collect your luggage. Once you exit the airport, you'll be in the pick-up area. You'll easily spot the driver holding a sign with your name on it. There are many hotels/hostels to choose from for drop-off. The service is very attentive, with assistance in handling luggage, and the driver will chat with passengers.
Cool ******
2025-10-12 07:10:57
Fantastic 5.0
For the best snorkeling, head to the rocks near the restaurant/cafe. If you're going to Nudey Beach, remember that the sand is coral, so reef shoes are a must. Even while snorkeling, it's best to wear them. It was quite busy when we visited, and although windy, the sun was out. We hiked to the Summit before snorkeling, which took us 2 hours round trip with stops. I especially enjoyed Fitzroy Island because of the hiking trails. The beach and snorkeling are decent.
Klook User
2025-07-25 03:43:48
Fantastic 5.0
Fun day out. Worth reading the reviews first so you know exactly what you’re getting. Pretty chilled out so don’t be expecting anything crazy. Few small rapids in the middle but nothing dramatic. Overall quite enjoyable. 5 star review because it’s exactly as I expected but if I hadn’t read reviews first it might be slightly less
Celine ***
2025-10-25 07:51:19
Fantastic 5.0
I had a fantastic time with the Dreamtime Snorkel Experience. Check-in at the wharf was seamless. We visited 2 different dive sites, and the visibility was amazing that day, making for a great snorkeling experience. The buffet lunch was delicious and offered a wide variety of options. The team was very welcoming and did an amazing job with the thoughtful presentations throughout the day, including those about the local marine life and indigenous culture. They were knowledgeable and able to answer all questions with ease and passion. I added on a snorkel safari led by a marine biologist who passionately shared information about the marine life we spotted. Safety was also a priority, with multiple headcounts to ensure no one was left behind. Highly recommended!

Quick facts about Cairns

Local weather

  • JAN - DEC
    31°18°

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1AUD = 17,490.32VND

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    Pohoda Music Festival

    Christmas Markets in Bratislava

    Cairns Festival

  • Recommended trip duration

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What to know before visiting Cairns

Best Cairns Attractions

Great Barrier Reef

When you visit Cairns, exploring the Great Barrier Reef is a must. You can join a boat tour to snorkel or dive among bright coral and tropical fish. It’s one of the best ways to experience the natural beauty around Cairns.

Cairns Esplanade & Lagoon

The Cairns Esplanade is a popular waterfront area where you can walk, bike, or relax by the sea. You can cool off at the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon, a large saltwater pool that’s perfect for swimming year-round. When you’re in Cairns, this is one of the best free spots to enjoy the city’s outdoor lifestyle.

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail

A trip to the rainforest village of Kuranda is one of the top things to do in Cairns. You can ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway, which takes you through waterfalls and mountains, then return on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, gliding above the treetops. This gives you amazing views of the rainforest near Cairns.

Cairns Botanic Gardens

The Cairns Botanic Gardens is the perfect place to see rare tropical plants and learn about the rainforest environment. When you visit Cairns, you can walk through shaded paths, explore different garden sections, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. It’s a great spot for nature lovers and anyone looking for a quiet escape.

Cairns Aquarium

The Cairns Aquarium is a fun and educational attraction where you can learn about reef creatures and rainforest wildlife. When you're in Cairns, this is a great place to see sharks, rays, jellyfish, and even freshwater animals up close. It’s perfect for families and a great indoor activity on rainy days

Tips before visiting Cairns

Prepare for the tropical weather

Cairns has a warm and humid climate, so pack light clothing, sunscreen, and a hat. If you visit during the wet season, be ready for sudden rain and higher humidity

Plan your reef and rainforest tours early

Popular activities like Great Barrier Reef trips, Kuranda tours, and Daintree day trips can sell out fast. When you visit Cairns, it’s best to book these experiences ahead of time so you get the dates and times you want

Stay safe while swimming

If you're visiting during stinger season (November to March), always wear a stinger suit when swimming in the ocean. You can still swim safely at the Cairns Esplanade Lagoon or on certain islands with protected swimming areas.

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