Things to do in Australia, Australia: The Best River Rafting & Tubing

Ocean Safari offers an exhilarating ride to snorkel the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef off the Daintree Coast at Cape Tribulation. This half day eco tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary array of marine life and coral species.The tour begins at Cape Tribulation beach where guests board the vessel bound for the tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. After an exhilarating fast ride of approximately 25 minutes guests are ready to snorkel two fabulous locations at Mackay and Undine Reefs. On most days the rainforest can be seen along the mainland beach whilst snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef, home to an abundance of marine life as well as beautiful hard and soft corals.The Ocean Safari vessel takes a maximum of 25 passengers allowing guests to experience tropical paradise and the pleasure of a small group. The vessel is based on the original design of a rescue craft and is a rigid inflatable boat driven by 700hp engines. The experienced Skipper and Eco Host ensure the trip is filled with fun and appreciation of the Great Barrier Reef and the coastal rainforest of the Daintree, two world heritage areas side by side. Magical memories like these sometimes only happen once in a lifetime. The Ocean Safari check in office is at the Turtle Rock Cafe and Safari Lodge, Cape Tribulation Road and a courtesy bus pick up from Cape Tribulation accommodation is included. Ocean Safari has Advanced Eco Accreditation.

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.

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.

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.

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

Alpine River Adventures was born out of a desire to offer small group, hands-on explorations in some of the most inspiring places in South-East Australia. With a strong commitment to soft impact eco-tours, our small boats introduce adventurers to places, encounters, and activities sure to leave an impression that will last a lifetime

Welcome to Rafting Australia, Our whitewater paddling addiction started in 1976, yep that’s over 40 years ago! So how can such a passion last so long? Easy, Victorian whitewater rivers rival the best New Zealand, Cairns and Canada offer and to make it even better they are set in pristine wilderness the equal of Tasmania. Bet you didn’t know that! We offer river adventures from suburban Melbourne to the Snowy Mountains, for individuals, couples or mates and customised programs for groups, corporate experiences or outdoor education/school programs. Australia’s only specialist white water rafting business offering you one of the best days you will ever have. Not only will you be challenged by our amazing rivers, your day will be filled with excitement, adrenalin, fun, laughter and friendship. We employ local and international river professionals and the guy with 40 years experience is on every trip!

We give you the adventure you seek and provide you with the knowledge you need. We are industry leaders in adventure. This company is about adventure and enabling people to partake in activities and experiences that would normally be out of reach for the everyday person. This company has been set up by leaders in their fields, so we know what it takes to provide the ultimate experience and to introduce people to non-cliche sports that are pretty darn cool!! The Adventure Merchants offer a range of exciting Melbourne based adventures as well as Survival courses and international expeditions. Do something different this weekend and book with the adventure experts. Go on, adventurize yourself.... Book online now!

Take a paddle on the Wildside in your own Sports Raft. The pristine whitewater of Coachable Creek and the mighty Tully River have only been paddled by a few in sports rafts, so join the team from Wildside and feel the intimacy of nature and the thrills of adventure. Snacks and a light lunch included!

If perfection is what you after, then Stoney Park is the place for you! Stoney Park is proud to have created the ultimate skiers and boarder paradise. The lake has been specifically designed at right angles to each other, to allow for optimum skiing and boarding in any conditions.