What to do in Cairns

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EMF9XA aerial view of tropical Cairns Australia
EMF9XA aerial view of tropical Cairns Australia
Flying over the reef in a helicopter will be an experience you'll never forget! #waterlust #colorful www.cheskiesgaplife.com
For only $88 you can get a return ferry to Fitzroy Island along with your snorkel gear! #waterlust #colorful http://www.cheskiesgaplife.com/?s=fitzroy+island
When in Australia, you will have to go and pay a visit to the Great Barrier Reef. Even just with snorkelling, there is a whole new magical world to explore. Like this turtle who swam with us for a good half an hour! Remember when travelling (and also at home) leave only footprints, only take photographs. #Aquatrove
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Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise

Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 47 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$245 per traveller
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Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours and 45 minutes
8.6 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$245 per adult
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Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour

Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 120 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$303 per adult
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Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package

Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package

Activity duration is 9 hours
7.8 out of 10 with 24 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$462 per adult
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Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld Admission Tickets

Activity duration is 1 hour
9.2 out of 10 with 24 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$46 per adult
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Day trip destinations from Cairns

Mareeba featuring a small town or village and landscape views

Mareeba

Green Island, Cairns North Queensland on sunny day

Green Island

Cairns and Northern Beaches showing signage

Kuranda

A 20 minute hike from the resort on Fitzroy Island, this beach is a must visit. Nudey only by name, nudity is illegal in Queensland. #LifeAtExpedia

Fitzroy Island

Barron Gorge at sunrise. I managed to get there before the white water rafters arrived.

Koah

If you're looking for an inexpensive but lovely way to spend an evening then hop on a sunset cruise with Cairns Harbour Cruises. At only $44 it's worth it to see the sun setting behind the mountains. #goldenhour www.cheskiesgaplife.com/a-delightful-evening-the-cairns-sunset-cruise

Portsmith

Crystal Cascades is one of the hidden gems in Cairns, a 1.5km long stretch of small waterfalls and swimming holes about 1/2 drive from the centre of town. There is a walkway along the length of the cascades and steps down to the most popular swimming spots, as well as picnic tables and seating areas, all surrounded by lush bush.

Lamb Range

Kuranda National Park which includes a lake or waterhole and swimming as well as an individual femail

Mona Mona