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Discover 57 Experiences in Cairns on Trip.com, updated January 30, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 9 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From NZD 83.14 per person, with an average total of NZD 310.63. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 670 verified reviews, Experiences Cairns boast an average rating of 4.7.
This week's most popular Experiences: "2 1/4 hr Low Isles Reef Sprinter Snorkeling Tour-No Island Access", with 185 reviews and a 4.9 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Cairns Sunlover Reef Cruises 1-day tour [double reef + Ferris wheel/variety show same style/glass bottom boat/diving and snorkeling/buffet lunch/semi-submarine/helicopter sightseeing]", a 4-hour adventure in Cairns!
The next available day tour departs on January 31, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Cairns Experiences usually take about 4 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
55% of Cairns Experiences now offer English-speaking guides
January is the perfect time to visit Cairns! Choose from Experiences available day tours, including seasonal favorites like 2 1/4 hr Low Isles Reef Sprinter Snorkeling Tour-No Island Access.
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![Cairns Sunlover Reef Cruises 1-day tour [double reef + Ferris wheel/variety show same style/glass bottom boat/diving and snorkeling/buffet lunch/semi-submarine/helicopter sightseeing]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353l12000pbtagkyB4CA_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
84 travelers savedDuration: 4 hrsFree cancellation4.8/5Very good· 16 reviews· 314 bookedFromNZD 280.62
The Dream Reef is currently the nearest cruise, featuring an innovative design with a transparent glass bottom that allows visitors to view the "living ocean museum" from inside the ship. This holiday, experience the charm of the Great Barrier Reef with the Dream Reef cruise!Duration: 8 hrsEnglishFree cancellationBook now for todayFromNZD 373.53![Cairns Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Sightseeing Tour [30 min/40 min/60 min flight experience + minimum 2 travelers]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583b12000n2jh9w43434_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Soar above the Great Barrier Reef in a luxury helicopter, enjoying an aerial view of vibrant coral reefs and marine life.Duration: 30 minsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 43 bookedFromNZD 465.29
Duration: 4 hrsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromNZD 212.36
24 consecutive positive reviewsDuration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 71 reviewsFromNZD 274.05
Duration: 8 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.4/5Good· 58 reviewsFromNZD 352.45![Cairns Reef Magic 1-day tour [Reef Magic/Helicopter/Scuba Diving/Includes Buffet Lunch/Unlimited Snorkeling]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583g12000nfvu0ky1E25_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
156 travelers savedEnglishFree cancellation4.8/5Very good· 24 reviews· 541 bookedFromNZD 309.16
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55 travelers savedDuration: 40–60 minsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 6 reviews· 137 bookedFromNZD 449.23
91.1% of travelers recommendDuration: 9 hrsEnglishFree cancellation4.7/5Very good· 124 reviewsFromNZD 296.59
Duration: 510 minsEnglishFree cancellation4.6/5Satisfied· 165 reviewsFromNZD 324.15![Cairns helicopter and light aircraft sightseeing tour [Great Barrier Reef/Kuranda Rainforest/Marine life]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0583h12000n0qoutj8E46_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Window-side flight: Choose from 30/40/45/60-minute helicopter tours with guaranteed window seatsEnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviews· 57 bookedFromNZD 291.32![Cairns Great Barrier Reef overnight camping[Reefsleep experience departing from Airlie Beach/Hamilton Island]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0585v12000o3jpe5q2A98_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
You'll have the chance to sleep under the stars and experience the charm of the Great Barrier Reef after nightfall.FromNZD 705.35![Cairns Silver Swift Great Barrier Reef Luxury Cruise [Agincourt Reef/Snorkeling/Semi-submarine/Onboard Lunch/Optional Scuba Diving/Seawalker/Helicopter/Hotel Transfer]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0356w12000p8ke40o5B27_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
SpongeBob Collaboration · Great Barrier Reef Luxury Cruise · Optional TransfersDuration: 6 hrsEnglishFree cancellationBook now for today92 bookedFromNZD 313.92
Soar above the Great Barrier Reef in a luxury helicopter and admire the vibrant coral formations and marine life from a breathtaking aerial perspective.Duration: 1 hrEnglishFree cancellationBook now for todayFromNZD 522.95
Enjoy aerial views of the Great Barrier ReefEnglishFree cancellationFromNZD 479.89
98.4% of travelers recommendDuration: 135 minsEnglishFree cancellation4.9/5Excellent· 185 reviewsFromNZD 225.41![Cairns Great Adventures Cruises Full-Day Tour to the Great Barrier Reef [Options Available for Moore Reef/Green Island]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0352t12000r2zw49413A5_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
[Green Island + Moore Reef] Make the most of your day with an adventure to Green Island and the outer Great Barrier Reef!Duration: 7–9 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromNZD 120.10
With elderly parents at home and young children to care for, worried about seasickness from rough waves but still wanting to experience the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef? Green Island perfectly meets all these requests!Duration: 4–8 hrsEnglishFree cancellationBook now for todayFromNZD 125.63
Explore two vibrant coral reefs and enjoy an unforgettable underwater adventure. Experience a snorkeling tour guided by knowledgeable crew members with top-notch equipment and briefing.Duration: 8 hrsEnglishFromNZD 400.67![Cairns Green Island Great Cat Cruise [Full-Day Tour/Half-Day Tour/Glass-Bottom Boat/Free Snorkeling/Buffet Lunch on Board/Semi-Submarine/Round-Trip Ferry]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0584m12000qrxlnft74AE_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
[All-Ages Fun] Popular Cruise with Short Itinerary - Perfect for Families and Seniors | E-VoucherDuration: 4–8 hrsEnglishFree cancellationBook now for today5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromNZD 83.24
The captain will take you to admire the magnificent scenery of Trinity Inlet at dusk and the dazzling lights of the Cairns city skyline.Duration: 1.5 hrsEnglishFree cancellationFromNZD 83.14
Board a catamaran for a peaceful evening cruise at the entrance of Sansheng Bay, taking in the sights and sounds as this tropical port city and its surrounding areas transition into night.EnglishFree cancellation5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 24 bookedFromNZD 144.85
English5.0/5Excellent· 4 reviews· 171 bookedFromNZD 274.63![Cairns City Beauty Beach High Altitude Sea View Parachuting[Taxes included/Free Parachuting Certificate/City Pickup + Overlooking the Great Barrier Reef/Tropical Rainforest Skydive]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0580412000n19023fC8BA_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 7 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 3 reviewsFromNZD 388.65
Duration: 7 hrsEnglish4.7/5Great· 3 reviews· 23 bookedFromNZD 388.65
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Duration: 3–4 hrsEnglishFromNZD 388.65
FromNZD 278.98![Cairns helicopter sightseeing tour in Australia [multiple durations and routes available/Great Barrier Reef flight/tropical rainforest flight/coral sea sandbar landing stop]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0350f12000e514ow9EA60_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 10–60 minsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromNZD 208.84
![Tully River Rafting + Barron River Rafting + Cairns + Tully River Kayaking ( 2-4 Hours) [Barron River/Tully River Whitewater Rafting (Optional Inflatable Tubing, Dinner, and Transfers)]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0100812000frjntq37DEE_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
![5 days of certified diving scuba diving in Cairns, Australia [Great Barrier Reef PADI 5-day course PRO DIVE Cairns]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0585212000n2kib5x9C07_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
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Reviews: Cairns Sunlover Reef Cruises 1-day tour [double reef + Ferris wheel/variety show same style/glass bottom boat/diving and snorkeling/buffet lunch/semi-submarine/helicopter sightseeing]
Guest User2026-01-25
Yes, the helicopter tour is highly recommended. The scenery is beautiful, many of the crew members speak Chinese, and the lunch is also good.★
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Reviews: Cairns Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Sightseeing Tour [30 min/40 min/60 min flight experience + minimum 2 travelers]
Guest User2025-08-06
I highly recommend everyone sign up! Highly recommend!★
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Reviews: Cairns Half Day Tour a Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Experience
Guest User2026-01-26
I enjoyed the excursion. Everything was well organized, and the crew was attentive. It's an hour's drive to the site, 1.5-2 hours snorkeling, and an hour back. The boat is small and fast. They provide masks, fins, and a swimsuit to protect against jellyfish.★
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Reviews: Great Barrier Reef with Cultural Guides-Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel
Guest User2024-07-21
Absolutely incredible day, really enjoyed going to 2 different sites! The guides were incredible, full of knowledge and just all round beautiful people! We loved the indigenous cultural presentations and performances! Yummy cold lunch and snacks as well! Can’t fault the day.★
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Reviews: Full-Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling from Hamilton Island
Guest User2025-09-02
Had a fantastic day ,very lucky with weather very smooth trip no wind ,you do 2 snorkel sessions of 1 hour each,the crew were very good and helpful, would definitely go again. We did the other day trip the day after this to Whitehaven beach including the snorkelling experience combined and due to the windy conditions the trip that day was cancelled to the barrier reef and the people from there then joined our excursion. So weather permitting this is a fantastic excursion.
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