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25 Things to do in Cairns & the Tropical North

Discover unforgettable tours, experiences, and activities for backpackers in Cairns & the Tropical North

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Small Group Waterfalls, Wetlands and Skyrail Tour from Cairns

Cairns & the Tropical North

Small Group Waterfalls, Wetlands and Skyrail Tour from Cairns

A full-day Cairns trip with wetlands, Barron Falls, a Djabugay cultural experience, lunch, tastings and a one-way Skyrail journey.

9 hours 30 minutes

A$317.00

Small-Group Cairns Afternoon Tour with Dinner Cruise

Cairns & the Tropical North

Small-Group Cairns Afternoon Tour with Dinner Cruise

A small-group Cairns afternoon tour with local sights, Palm Cove and Barron Gorge, ending with a sunset dinner cruise on Trinity Inlet.

8 hours 30 minutes

A$271.00