Things To Do in Cairns Australia
1. Kuranda Village
Kuranda the Village in the Rainforest offers you the chance to explore the ancient rainforest, engage with local artists, cuddle koalas, wander amongst butterflies and so much more. This secluded little village sits amongst the trees, by the banks of the mighty Barron River. Here the pace is slower.
The focus is on connections with people and places. Authentic experiences with locals and visitors alike. Amongst the markets and laneways, you’ll find amazing wildlife attractions, as well as restaurants and cafes offering everything from bratwurst to burgers, homemade ice-cream and everything in between.
The shops and boutiques cater to all tastes, styles, and budgets. From opals and photographic prints to didgeridoos, ceramics, jewelry, paintings and more. Wander the rainforest pathways to explore hidden streams or enjoy one of the many tours and attractions that complement the Kuranda experience and make for an unforgettable day or stay.
It’s recommended you allow yourself plenty of time in Kuranda to explore and experience the best of Kuranda without having to rush.
Source — Kuranda.org
2. Skydive Cairns
A bird’s eye view of the Great Barrier Reef, coupled with an adrenalin pumping ride that will scare the living daylights out of you, in a really really good way. If you answered “where do I sign”, then this experience is most certainly for you.
This jaw-dropping, blood pumping, bladder bursting, epically awesome skydive experience will leave you smiling ear to ear. Strapped to a professional tandem skydiver, you will ascend to 14,000 feet above sea level, where you will promptly be thrown from a plane, beginning your free fall through the blue skies, before your instructor pulls the parachute cord.
From here you will float from heaven, drinking in the views of the Great Barrier Reef, tropical island and Cairns township. Views you will never forget. There are few sights in this world that will rival what you will witness as you calmly drift back to land. And that is exactly why this experience is a must.
Source — Ozexperience.com
3. Jungle Surfing Day Tour
Travel to Cape Tribulation and experience this exciting activity, all in one day!
Jungle Surfing is a unique and exhilarating way to experience the beauty of the world-renowned Daintree Rainforest – a fun, educational, fully-guided, all-weather activity where your feet don’t touch the ground.
Fly through the trees on seven flying fox ziplines, stopping at six platforms with bird’s eye views over the treetops, down to cascading streams and out to the Great Barrier Reef.
A highly trained team of scientists, tour guides and abseiling specialists will be with you every step of the way to lead you safely through the canopy and into a treetop world, offering interpretation and insight into our World Heritage Listed rainforest environment from every platform. The flight choice is yours – slow, fast or upside down.
Source — Jungletours.com.au
4. Undara Lava Tubes
The word Undara means 'a long way' in the Aboriginal language. The Undara Lava Tubes were created when a major volcano erupted, its molten lava flowing down a rocky river bed.
As the top layer quickly cooled and crusted, the fiery magma below continued to flow through the tubes taking it further and further from the volcano and thus creating the present day Undara lava tubes.
As the eruption slowed and then stopped, the lava drained out of the tubes leaving a series of long, hollow tunnels. Ancient roof collapses created deep, dark and moist sections where fertile pockets of rainforest can now be seen.
On the sunset tour from the top of the hill you climb, you are actually able to see these darker pockets of rainforest that are growing on top of the ancient Undara lava tubes.
Rainforest plants and animals thrive in this environment. Due to the fact that Undara is a national park and the Undara lava tubes are so old, the only way they are accessible to the public is through a tour with an accredited guide from Undara Lava Tube Experience.
Once inside the tubes, it feels as if you have stepped into another world! While in most cases you expect to find stalactites and stalagmites, Undara is unique in that the majority of the tube walls are smooth.
This is down to the way the hot magma flowed and cooled through the tubes creating a smooth surface.
Something you will notice growing along the grounds and hanging down from the lava tubes ceilings is different types of tree roots creating intricate patterns along walls of the lava tubes as the roots look for water.
When spending time in Cairns The Undara lava tubes are an amazing natural wonder that needs to be seen to be believed.
Source — Thetourspecialists.com.au
5. White Water Rafting
If you’re going to try rafting in Australia, you might as well start at the top, right? The mighty Tully River is a white water bucket-list destination for thrill-seekers. As a Class IV river, over 45 rapids ensure a fast-paced ride through World Heritage-listed rainforest – not that you’re likely to notice when you zoom towards your first drop.
The river slices through steep gorges of basaltic rock and ancient trees. During the few moments you manage to catch your breath, you could spot water dragons and colourful birds. However, the next thing you know, you’ll careen about rapids, named ‘Alarm Clock’, ‘Staircase Rapid’ and ‘Corkscrew’. Never fear though, rest is in sight at spots like ‘Ponytail Falls’, a popular lunch stop.
Raging Thunder Adventures offer full day Tully River Rafting all year round. Experienced river guides provide all the training you need, so don’t worry if you’re a novice. They’ll even pick you up from your hotel and, when you’re well and truly water-logged, there’s a packed picnic lunch to look forward to.
Source — Momondo.com.au
6. Cape Tribulation
Cape Tribulation is about two hours north of Cairns, so break up the drive with a stop at the Daintree Discovery Centre for all the information you could ever want on the world’s oldest rainforest.
Out here nature is the boss and that means it deserves respect, none more than Mount Sorrow. It may sound like it’s going to be a bad time, but believe us, it’s not. The views are insane; like you’ve walked into the middle of Jurassic Park and told all the dinosaurs to take a break while you get some good pics and walk around.
This hike takes about five hours of return, which means you need to be up for a bit of sweat. Jumping over fallen trees, scrambling up boulders and steep inclines make this hike really exciting.
Water, long pants and sleeves are a must because the weather changes quickly on the mountain and you don’t want to be caught out.
If you’re feeling up for an adventure then Mount Sorrow is the place to stretch your legs and open up a can of wanderlust.
Source — Blog.queensland.com
7. Hot Air Balloon Cairns
Experience the fun & unique sensation of being in a Hot Air Balloon, flying gently high above the Atherton Tablelands, Australia. The balloon takes off from Mareeba on the Atherton Tablelands. Enjoy the picturesque landscape at dawn, spend 30 minutes floating in your Hot Air Balloon, time to really breathe in the wide-open spaces!
We have Australia’s largest fleet of Hot Air Balloons and a fun and highly trained crew to maximise the enjoyment of your balloon flight. It’s just like a balloon festival, every day!
There’s something about seeing the world from a completely different perspective that makes hot air ballooning an experience unlike any other. As you drift lazily over Tropical North Queensland, you’ll find that all your worries and stresses just melt away as you soak in the sunshine and beautiful scenery. Because Cairns is known for its warm temperatures throughout the year, hot air ballooning is an activity that you can enjoy no matter the season.
Here at Hot Air Balloon Cairns, we are proud to have the largest fleet of hot air balloons in all of Australia. That means that tours are just about always available whenever you want to go for a flight. Our balloon pilots are experts at what they do and will ensure your safety and comfort throughout the entire journey, whether it is your first flight or your hundredth.
The next time you are after an escape from the hectic pace of your daily life, a hot air balloon ride may be just what you need. With the sun in the sky and fresh air against your skin, you’ll love watching the world shrink away beneath you, along with all your stress.
Source — Downundertours.com
8. Cairns Botanic Gardens
No matter how hot and humid it is in Cairns, drive along Collins Avenue in the inner suburb of Edge Hill past the botanic gardens and you instantly feel cooler.
About 10-15 minutes from Cairns Airport or four kilometres from the CBD, the gardens are a luxuriant haven, a tropical paradise within a tropical paradise.
Instantly relaxing, welcoming, green, cool. It's like stepping into nature's air-conditioned garden after being out in the midday sun. And entry is free.
There is a lot to do in the gardens and a guided tour should be your go-to if you want the Full Monty of information. A wide variety of tours will include something to suit you. Stop at the information first and find out what's going on.
We chose to wander on our own, a couple of grandchildren in tow, to slowly take in the lush growth, the verdant abundance, the flourishing plants, the cool trees, the fertile foliage, and towering bamboo.
Source — Sunshinecoastdaily.com.au
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