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Most Instagrammable Places in Cairns

Great Barrier Reef day trips, Daintree rainforest treks, Esplanade lagoon swims. The most photogenic spots in Cairns and the photo tours, viewpoints and experiences that get you there at the right light.

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Top experiences in Cairns

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9h 30m

Giants Causeway Sightseeing Day Tour from Belfast

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Giant’s Causeway and other top Northern Ireland attractions on this full-day tour from Belfast!

Top-rated · 4.8★
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From $48 a person

3h 30m

Sydney Guided Sightseeing Bus Tour

Sydney Sightseeing Bus Tour: Experience the Best of Sydney at a Great Price Our Sydney bus tour offers the most comprehensive experience, with the longest duration and the...

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From $35 a person

The Cairns, Australia coastline can be viewed from above and below on a snorkeling and diving excursion to the Great Barrier Reef.

8h 30m

Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling and Diving Cruise from Cairns

Experience one of the wonders of the natural world up close and personal on this snorkeling and diving cruise on the Great Barrier Reef.

Top-rated · 4.7★
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From $195 a person

Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Highlights Cruise

Experience the beauty of Sydney Harbour on a 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Circular Quay.

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From $26 a person

3h 30m

Morning or Afternoon Half-Day Sydney City Sightseeing Tour

Proud winner of the 2025 Tour Operator of the year.

4.6★ · 697 reviews
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From $113 a person

3h to 12h

Snorkelling or Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns

With the choice of three daily departures from Cairns, this Green Island cruise is perfect for visitors with limited time, offering a half or full day experience (up to 7 hours).

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From $90 a person

6h 30m

Cairns City Sights and Surrounds Tour

Learn about the history of Cairns’ visiting the city, port, beaches and famous landmarks on a small-group afternoon tour.

Top-rated · 4.8★
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From $85 a person

6h 30m

Sightseeing Kuranda Self-Driving Tour

A great Kuranda option if you have your own car.

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From $93 a person

Pure Snorkelling has 15 exclusive snorkel locations of off Cairns across 8 different reefs! The most of any snorkel boat in the region.

Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour

Pure Snorkelling offers a half day tip to the Great Barrier Reef.

Top-rated · 4.9★
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From $148 a person

1h 15m

Cairns Trinity Inlet Sightseeing Cruise

Discover the tranquil beauty of Cairns’ Trinity Inlet on this relaxing 75-minute Cairns River Cruise—a perfect way to unwind and explore the region from the water.

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From $50 a person

Night Wildlife Walk in the Cairns Botanic Gardens

Most people walk through Cairns Botanic Gardens and see plants.

Top-rated · 5.0★
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From $42 a person

40 min

Great Barrier Reef 40 Minute Scenic Flight from Cairns - Reef Hopper

See the best of the Great Barrier Reef on this 40-minute scenic flight in our high wing aircraft.

Top-rated · 4.8★
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From $205 a person

1h 30m

Morning Sightseeing Cruise: 10:30am-12pm (90min)

Have a relaxing 1.5-hour river cruise along Brisbane River.

4.6★ · 990 reviews
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From $37 a person

1h 30m

Surfers Paradise Sightseeing Sunset River Cruise

Unwind in style with our 1.5-hour Sunset sightseeing Cruise, the perfect way to take in the stunning beauty of Surfers Paradise skyline, Marina Mirage, and the Gold Coast...

4.7★ · 148 reviews
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From $39 a person

10h

Classic Kuranda by Skyrail and Scenic Railway, Rainforestation & lunch. CKB

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest.

4.5★ · 110 reviews
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From $222 a person

6h 15m

Fitzroy Island Transfers and Tours from Cairns

Enjoy the picturesque surrounds of Fitzroy Island and kick back in paradise!

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From $77 a person

Green Island Reef Cruise - Half-Day Trip from Cairns

Explore the tropical paradise of Green Island on a half day trip from Cairns.

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From $78 a person

Authentic Indigenous Cultural Tour Including Scenic River Cruise

Spend 3 hours with the fun and informative Mandingalbay Yidinji Rangers on their traditional lands at East Trinity Reserve, a unique Indigenous Protected area just 15 minutes by...