Queensland | Great Barrier Reef: Brisbane, Cairns, Gold Coast, Whitsundays & More Experiences

PRIVATE EXCURSIONS

Cairns & Palm Cove | Kuranda Gold Class: Scenic Rail & Skyrail Excursion

Experience a scenic railway journey through hand-hewn tunnels and across bridges with amazing views, with a stop at Barron Gorge for stunning waterfall views. Upon arrival in Kuranda, explore Birdworld, Kuranda Koala Gardens, The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary & Rainforestation and the town of Kuranda. Then, board the Skyrail for a spectacular rainforest experience as you glide over the canopy with time to explore on your own.

Price: $656/Private from Cairns | $174/Shared from Cairns | $767/Private from Palm Cove or Port Douglas

FD, M, T | #JOURNESERECOMMENDS

Cairns | City Excursion

Explore the streets of Cairns with your knowledgeable guide, learning about its history and growth with time to stroll the Esplanade with stunning ocean views.

Price: $73/shared | $436/private

HD, T, 3+

Cairns, Palm Cove & Port Douglas | 4WD Cape Tribulation & Daintree

Discover unique wildlife on a river cruise, enjoying lunch before your eco-adventure to Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and an indigenous presentation.

Price: $720/Private | $179/Shared

FD, M, T

SHARED EXCURSIONS

Brisbane | Aboriginal Theatre Show & Dinner

Experience the world's oldest living culture via ancient story-telling style. Follow the story of an Aboriginal family in their life changing journey from Dreamtime to the 1800s through indigenous song and dance. Plus, savor a three-course dinner, followed by a meet and greet with the cast and crew.

Price: $96

HD, M

Brisbane | Australia Zoo

Begin with a comfortable drive to Glass House Mountains Lookout for spectacular views, then arrive at Australia Zoo. Enjoy time to wander at your leisure, plus live wildlife shows including Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors.

Price: $112

FD, T

Brisbane | Brisbane City & Pine Koala Sanctuary

Start your day with a thrilling wildlife adventure, seeing koalas, hand-feeding kangaroos and watching unique Aussie creatures including dingos, wombats, Tasmanian devils, platypuses, emus and a fantastic birds of prey show. Then, enjoy a city tour along the south bank and Brisbane River learning of its transformation from industrial port to leisure icon. You'll also visit the Wheel of Brisbane, city beach, parklands and Epicurious Garden.

Price: $601

HD, T

Brisbane | Koala Cuddle Adventure

Relish the stunning views from Glass House Mountains Lookout point before arriving at the Australia Zoo. Enjoy live shows, wildlife warriors and time to stroll the zoo watching the incredible animals. Plus, enjoy the opportunity to cuddle a koala, take a souvenir photo and a sneak peek look inside the Wildlife Hospital.

Price: $119

FD, T

Brisbane | Premium Dolphin Feeding Cruise

Relax on a ferry ride to Tangalooma Island Resort. Upon arrival, enjoy use of the VIP lounge, sand tobogganing at Desert Safari, swimming, sunbathing and wild dolphin feeding.

Price: $159

FD, M

Brisbane | River Cruise to Lone Pine Sanctuary

Take a leisurely cruise along the Brisbane River to meet native wildlife up close, where you can hand-feed kangaroos, hold a koala, watch animal shows and more.

Price: $68

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Brisbane | Sunshine Coast VIP Grand Excursion

The Sunshine Coast is filled with vibrant markets, stunning views and incredible mountain ranges along with some of the best beaches in the world. Visit the country town of Montville and take in breathtaking views of the Glass House Mountains. Relish time on beautiful golden sand beaches, then relax on a Ferry Cruise along the waterways of Noosa.

Price: $147

FD, T

Brisbane | Tamborine Mountain Wineries

Enjoy a guided eco-walk through the rainforest to arrive at a quaint waterfall, marvel at incredible views from Eagles Close, stroll the Curtis Falls Rainforest Circuit and visit an award-winning distillery, numerous boutique wineries and Mt. Tamborine's famous micro-brewery. All tastings are included.

Price: $884

FD, T

Brisbane | Winery Experience

This full-day experience takes you to multiple wineries including Hampton Estate Winery, Witches Falls Winery, Mason Wines, Cedar Creek Estate and Tamborine Mountain Distillery. Explore the Fortitude Brewery and Witches Chase Cheese Factory with guided tours and tastes at each venue.

Price: $125

FD, T

Cairns & Palm Cove | Big Croc Experience

Join your crocodile expert and pole feed some of the largest crocodiles in The Land Down Under. Includes a crocodile-holding photo, big crocodile feed certificate and a boat cruise.

Price: $134/Cairns | $123/Palm Cove

HD, T, 16+

Cairns & Palm Cove | Cairns City Sights & Dinner Cruise

Learn about Cairns history and heritage from St. Monica's Cathedral with its themed stained glass windows, to the museum and Flecker Botanical Gardens. Continue on Barron Gorge National Park and Surprise Creek Falls and stroll along the jetty in Palm Cove, and lastly, board the Spirit of Cairns to cruise the calm waters of Trinity Inlet with a three-course buffet dinner, live music and dancing.

Price: $146/Cairns | $159/Palm Cove

FD, M, T

Cairns & Palm Cove | Kuranda Gold Class: Scenic Rail & Skyrail Excursion

Experience a scenic railway journey through hand-hewn tunnels and across bridges with amazing views, with a stop at Barron Gorge for stunning waterfall views. Upon arrival in Kuranda, explore Birdworld, Kuranda Koala Gardens, The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary & Rainforestation and the town of Kuranda. Then, board the Skyrail for a spectacular rainforest experience as you glide over the canopy with time to explore on your own.

Price: $656/Private from Cairns | $174/Shared from Cairns | $767/Private from Palm Cove or Port Douglas

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Cairns & Palm Cove | Marine World - Certified Scuba Dive

Ferry to the outer barrier reef for a full day of fun and adventure, including snorkeling and fish feeding, plus a certified Scuba dive with all gear included.

Price: $297/Cairns | $304/Palm Cove

FD, M, T, 12+

Cairns & Palm Cove | Marine World Outer Great Barrier Reef Snorkel

Ideal for all ages, board a glass-bottom boat for reef activities, enjoy an underwater observatory, snorkel with a marine biologist, swim, feed the fish and savor a full lunch buffet.

Price: $217/Cairns | $319/Cairns with intro dive | $201/Palm Cove | $327/Palm Cove with intro dive

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Cairns & Palm Cove | Ocean Freedom Cruise Upolu Reef

Board a luxury catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef where you will experience Upolu Cay, a glass-bottom boat cruise with a guide, and the Wonder Wall, abundant with colorful coral and sea life. Includes snacks and lunch.

Price: $188/Cairns | $195/Palm Cove

FD, M, T

Cairns & Palm Cove | Scenic Balloon Flight

Float like a cloud, witnessing unforgettable panoramic views and vibrant wildlife, partaking in an exciting balloon chase high above the vistas.

Price: $250

HD, T

Cairns & Palm Cove | Vlasoff Sand Cay Getaway

An exclusive experience on your own piece of paradise, fly over the picturesque coral-studded sea to land on Vlasoff Cay, a pristine sand cay in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef. Relax on the pure white sands, beach comb for treasures, float in the crystal-clear waters, snorkel among colorful marine life and savor a gourmet picnic with sparkling wine.

Price: $667/Cairns | $617/Palm Cove

2HRS, M, T

Cairns & Palm Cove | Zootastic 5

Delight in Hartley's Zootastic 5 including five great animal encounters with an experienced wildlife team. Get up-close, feed, pet and take photos with koalas, cassowary, phython or lizards, wombats and wallabies.

Price: $134/Cairns | $123/Palm Cove

HD, T

Cairns | Best of Cairns Tablelands

See wildlife, taste local products and learn about the unique Indigenous and European history of the high country west of Cairns. Visit Mareeba and Australia's largest coffee growing region, then arrive at Heritage Village with time to explore the village. Later be enthralled at the Australian Platypus Centre, hike through the rainforest to Curtain Fig Tee and get up close to kangaroos and wallabies.

Price: $132

FD, M, T

Cairns | Chillagoe Outback Excursion

Ascent the McAllister Ranges through Mareeba to prehistoric times. Explore historical towns and mineral rich hills, arriving at the towering limestone cliffs around Chillagoe. Visit the mining smelters remains, embark on a cave tour and after a pub lunch, enjoy the wallabies at Granite Gorge.

Price: $147

FD, M, T

Cairns | City Excursion

Explore the streets of Cairns with your knowledgeable guide, learning about its history and growth with time to stroll the Esplanade with stunning ocean views.

Price: $73/shared | $436/private

HD, T, 3+

Cairns | Daintree Dreaming with Ngadiku Experience

Delight in the diverse ecosystem of Cooya Beach, exploring the mudflats and tidal lagoons. Gather your own bush tucker before exploring Mossman Gorge Cultural Center. Embark on a Ngadiku Dreamtime Walk with an indigenous guide sharing stories and legends.

Price: $212

FD, M, T

Cairns | Kuranda, Skyrail & Hartley's Crocodile Adventure

Hop aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway with a stop at Barron Gorge for stunning waterfall views, then enjoy time to explore Kuranda, ride the Skyrail above the rainforest and enjoy free time at Hartley's Crocodile Park.

Price: $175

FD, T

Cairns | Ocean Freedom Cruise to Upolu Reef & Marina

Board a high-speed luxury catamaran for your first stop at Upolu Cay, a naturally formed coral cay. Delight in a glass-bottom boat ride and snorkel or dive the reef. Savor lunch onboard as you head to the outer edge of the reef to explore the Wonderwall and adventure drift snorkel.

Price: $169

FD, M

Cairns | Reef Package: Cruise/Fly, Fly/Cruise or Fly/Fly Options

A full-day Great Barrier Reef adventure. Embark on a high-speed catamaran or helicopter ride to arrive at the pontoon (or vice versa, or fly both ways). Spend four hours on the floating platform, snorkeling, discovering the mysteries of the underwater world and relaxing, plus enjoy an Aussie BBQ lunch.

Price: $338/Cruise & 10 minute flight | $454/Fly & Cruise | $554/Cruise & Fly | $704/Fly & Fly

FD, M

Cairns, Palm Cove & Port Douglas | 4WD Cape Tribulation & Daintree

Discover unique wildlife on a river cruise, enjoying lunch before your eco-adventure to Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and an indigenous presentation.

Price: $720/Private | $179/Shared

FD, M, T

Cairns, Palm Cove & Port Douglas | Brett's Outback Tasting Adventure

Begin with breakfast on the Tablelands and tea tastings at Nerada tea plantation, then enjoy lunch at the Australian Platypus Park after spending time with these unique creatures. Enjoy a wine tasting at Murdering Point Wine, explore a working dairy farm sampling their chocolates, cheese, tropical fruits and macadamia nuts. Conclude your day with a visit to Mt. Uncle Distillery and a coffee plantation with the opportunity to taste coffee and scones with jam and cream.

Price: $169

FD, M, T

Cairns, Palm Cove & Port Douglas | Daintree Dreaming Excursion

Travel to the traditional grounds of the Kuku Yalanji at Cooya Beach, a unique beach, mangrove and coastal reef, to learn fishing and gathering techniques. Continue to Mossman Forge Cultural Center for a welcoming smoking ceremony, native lunch and rainforest walk and swim.

Price: $156

FD, M, T

Cairns, Palm Cove & Port Douglas | Daintree, Cape Tribulation & Bloomfield Track

Journey along the Daintree River with its unique mangrove ecosystem, learning of the estuarine crocodiles and wildlife. Plus, ascend Alexandra Range with views of the Coral Sea, then travel beyond Cape Tribulation to Bloomfield Track and Emmagen Creek for a refreshing stream swim.

Price: $174

FD, M, T

Cairns, Palm Cove & Port Douglas | Outer Reef Experience

Explore the underwater treasures of the Great Barrier Reef on this catamaran cruise to two outer reef destinations, snorkel or dive coral reefs, plus enjoy lunch onboard.

Price: $155/Cairns | $166/Palm Cove | $126/Port Douglas

FD, M, T

Gold Coast | Balloon Ride & O'Reilly's Vineyard

Float above the unforgettable panoramic views of Mount Tamborine and Lamington National Park. Then, savor a champagne breakfast at O'Reilly's followed by a winery visit and tasting.

Price: $272

HD, M, T

Gold Coast | Beginners Learn to Surf

Begin with a surf yoga warm-up and safety briefing. Then, enjoy a lesson with a professional, riding the long waves all the way to beach with plenty of photo opportunities.

Price: $42

HD

Gold Coast | Evening Rainforest & Glow Worm Excursion

This nighttime event features stargazing, dessert and a guided rainforest walk to a towering waterfall. Discover the lush landscape of Mount Tamborine National Park, spotting nocturnal wildlife, learning about the ancient rainforest and viewing the glow worms under a subtropical waterfall.

Price: $75

HD, T

Gold Coast | Lamington National Park & O'Reillys Vineyard

Drive though Canungra Valley to the World Heritage listed Lamington National Park, stroll nine suspension bridges, see wild King Parrots and Crimson Rosellas and finally arrive at Kamarun lookout for panoramic views ot he Gold Coast and Brisbane. Then, stop at O'Reilly's Canungra Valley Vineyard for a tour and sparking wine tastings.

Price: $75

HD, T

Gold Coast | Learn to Surf Adventure

An ultimate day learning how to surf with the best of the best, with a guarantee that you'll be surfing by the end of the day. This adventure packs in a yoga surf warm up, two lessons, healthy lunch, dolphin and whale spotting, a boomerang throwing lesson and a cultural walk to Fingal Head lighthouse.

Price: $97

FD

Gold Coast | Natural Bridge & Springbrook Waterfalls

Enjoy a drive through Numinbah Valley and arrive at Springbrook National Park to explore the Antarctic beech trees in the ancient Gondwana rainforest. Be guided to the Natural Arch Waterfall, and the Best of All Lookout for stunning vistas. Finally, take in the majestic Purling Brook Falls, Twin Falls and Rainbow Falls.

Price: $75

HD, T

Palm Cove & Port Douglas | Sailaway Low Isles

Hop aboard a Lagoon 500 sailing catamaran to explore tropical Coral Cay Island on the Great Barrier Reef. Guided by a Marine Naturalist, delight in white sandy beaches and coconut palms, as well as the lagoon, alive with bright coral reefs and abundant marine life, making it the ideal snorkeling location.

Price: $263/Palm Cove | $221/Port Douglas

FD, M, T

Port Douglas | Day Cruise to the Great Barrier Reef

Experience the sheer size and beauty of the Great Barrier Reef and gain a true appreciation of one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Visit three spectacular reefs with colorful coral, snorkel or dive its crystal clear waters and view the abundant marine life.

Price: $208/snorkel | $272/intro dive

FD, M, T, 12+

Port Douglas | Mossman Gorge Adventure

Immerse in a rainforest experience like no other, travel to a secret location on the Mossman River for a one-of-a-kind River Drift Snorkeling tour in search of turtles, water dragons and the elusive platypus. After lunch, visit the newly built lower gorge trail for lush flora and fauna and wildlife spottings.

Price: $186

FD, M, T

Port Douglas | Ngana Julaymba Dungay

A local Aboriginal guides you through the history, culture and traditions of the Kuku Yalanji through rainforests and coastal habitats. Then, sample bush tucker bites, try spear throwing, catch mud crabs and collect shellfish.

Price: $174/FD | $136/HD

FD or HD, T

Port Douglas | River Drift Snorkeling

Located in an ancient rainforest, step into the cool, crystal-clear waters and drift with the current watching the life just below the water's surface. Watch fish dart around the river stones and spot turtles as you snorkel and swim on this family fun adventure.

Price: $92

HD, T

Port Douglas | Sailaway Sunset Cruise

Relax aboard a luxury catamaran at twilight, savoring the peace and tranquility as the sun sets over the Coral Sea. Plus, delight in a delicious selection of canapes and cocktails.

Price: $57

1.5HRS

Port Douglas | Sightseeing Experience

Travel between Port Douglas and Cape Tribulation as you learn from the Kuku Yalanji about the regions' history and culture. Experience diverse environments, from the oldest rainforest and majestic Daintree River to the coast habitats and natural wonders.

Price: $136

HD, T

BEHIND THE LETTERS | FD: Full-day, 7+ hours | HD: Half-day, 3 - 6 hours | M: Meals included | T: Transfers included | + This age and over welcome

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