6 River Rafting & Tubing in Cairns That You Shouldn't Miss

October 23, 2021 Joeann Galban

Cairns is the perfect city for merry revelers, passionate divers and adrenaline junkies, offering booming nightlife and heart-pounding adventure amid a vibrant, tropical setting.  This friendly Queensland city of 130,000 is a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree National Park, Cape Tribulation, Cooktown and the rest of Cape York Peninsula. Embark on an eco-adventure or take a dip in a lagoon pool before hitting the town to unwind and shake what you’ve got Down Under.
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1. RnR White Water Rafting

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5.0 based on 85 reviews

RnR White Water Rafting

RnR White Water Rafting is Australia's White Water Rafting specialist, with a reputation synonymous with safety, service and above all fun! Experience the thrills and excitement whilst rafting through the World Heritage Rainforest of North Queensland with a full day on the Tully, a half day on the Barron River, or an adrenalin-pumping 4 day expedition on the North Johnstone.

2. Aussie Drifterz

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5.0 based on 350 reviews

Aussie Drifterz

Come and relax with us at the Behana Gorge or on the Mulgrave River on our magical Half Day Tubing Tour. Tube through natural tree tunnels, freshwater snorkel, make natural facepaints, swim or just chill out - it's the best value tour in Cairns! Fantastic family fun and best way to see the rainforest rivers and creeks.

3. Foaming Fury

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5.0 based on 1,245 reviews

Foaming Fury

HALF DAY BARRON RIVER - The Barron River half day tour is a fantastic introduction to White Water Rafting. It's fun, exciting and exhilarating, Let the guides entertain you on this spectacular river! Spend the afternoon on the water whilst taking in scenic views of the rainforest within the Barron Gorge National Park. Raft in 8 person rafts with your guide taking you on a journey to remember. Only 20 minutes traveling time from Cairns. Enjoy the trills of up to grade 3 rapids. The Barron River half day tour is the ultimate experience for those with limited time and would like to participate in the thrills of white water.

4. Rapid Boarders

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Rapid Boarders

Australia's only river boarding tour, experience up to grade 3 rapids at face level. The tour starts with a safety swimming lesson and then its into an action packed experience of river boarding. Tours operate daily with plenty of guides and a maximum of 12 participants. You must have a sense of adventure, and love the outdoors is a bonus. Daily Departures From Cairns

5. Raging Thunder Adventures

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4.5 based on 1,389 reviews

Raging Thunder Adventures

Raging Thunder provide white water rafting activities for the novice and thrill seeker alike! Our afternoon Barron River Rafting tour is a great introduction to white water rafting which will see you conquering awesome grade 2 & 3 rapids set amongst the spectacular Barron Gorge. Our Tully River Rafting tours will be re-commencing in early 2021 so watch this space!

6. Cairns Adventure Group

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Cairns Adventure Group

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