Shore Excursions in Cairns & the Tropical North

Hop aboard the Crocodile Explorer and enjoy a scenic 2-hour harbour cruise while in port in Cairns. Float past the mangrove forests and mudflats of Trinity Inlet, and spot saltwater crocodiles basking on the waterfront as you tuck into afternoon tea (included) on-board. This shore excursion is also covered by Viator's worry-free policy, ensuring on-time return to your cruise ship. 

Make the most of your time in port and enjoy magnificent aerial views of Queensland's star attraction. Set out from Cairns for a thrilling helicopter ride and glide over the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef, looking down over the vast coral reefs and spotting whales, dolphins and schools of tropical fish. Choose from a 30-minute flight to Green Island; a 40-minute deluxe flight over the outer reef; or a 60-minute Reef and Rainforest tour. Best of all: this tour is covered byworry-free policy, guaranteeing on-time return to your ship.

Make the most of your time in port with this half-day city sightseeing tour of Cairns, including afternoon tea. Visit attractions like the St Monica's Cathedral, Flecker Botanical Gardens and Cairns waterfront and walk through the Barron Gorge National Park. This small-group shore excursion is limited to 20 people and is covered by Viator's worry-free policy, ensuring on-time return to your ship.

When your cruise ship docks in Cairn, a visit to the Great Barrier Reef is a must-do. See more with this tour, which combines a scenic helicopter flight to Green Island, with a glass-bottom boat tour, snorkeling and swimming at the island "” part of Australia's spectacular Great Barrier Reef. Enjoy stunning aerial views from the helicopter, then relax on the lovely tropical island, with use of snorkeling gear, swimming pool and buffet lunch included. Return on a luxury catamaran to complete your 5-hour tour.

Swap your cruise liner for a catamaran on this 6-hour shore excursion from Cairns and sail out to explore the UNESCO-listed Great Barrier Reef. Cruise to the Green Island, where you can snorkel amid schools of tropical fish, hike through the rainforest or admire the colorful corals from a glass-bottomed boat. Alternatively, make the most of optional activities like scuba diving or a Seawalker Helmet dive. This tour is also covered by Viator's worry-free policy, ensuring on-time return to your cruise ship.Note: Departures only from Reef Fleet Terminal, Cairns. This tour does not depart from Yorkey's Knob.