Combine a serene cruise along Trinity Inlet with a culturally rich city tour of Cairns, including visits to stained glass cathedrals and tropical gardens. Cairns Discovery Tours offers a unique glimpse into this Far North Queensland hotspot.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
8.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; includes gentle walking and sitting periods during the cruise.
Wildlife
History
Cairns’ development as a port city was pivotal for Far North Queensland’s growth in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, blending Aboriginal heritage with colonial history.
Conservation
Trinity Inlet’s mangroves are vital coastal buffers and breeding grounds, with ongoing protection efforts addressing pollution and habitat preservation.
Cairns Discovery Tours
Combine a serene cruise along Trinity Inlet with a culturally rich city tour of Cairns, including visits to stained glass cathedrals and tropical gardens. Cairns Discovery Tours offers a unique glimpse into this Far North Queensland hotspot.
Cairns Discovery Tours is a Cairns, Queensland–based tour operator offering a wide range of reef, island, rainforest and city sightseeing experiences. The company arranges day tours to Green Island and Fitzroy Island, scenic helicopter flights to the Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda rail and Skyrail rainforest journeys, river cruises along Trinity Inlet, dinner cruises aboard the Spirit of Cairns, and admission-inclusive visits to attractions such as the Cairns Aquarium and the Turtle Hospital.
Tours include options with hotel transfers, glass‑bottom-boat cruises, snorkeling time on coral cays, self-guided and guided aquarium experiences, and combined city sightseeing featuring St. Monica’s Cathedral, the Cairns Museum and the Cairns Botanic Gardens. Guests can choose half‑day or full‑day itineraries, family-friendly reef excursions, small-group city tours, and specialty evening experiences such as the Cairns Aquarium by Night with dinner at Dundee’s Restaurant.
Cairns Discovery Tours operates from Cairns, providing convenient departures for cruise-ship passengers and hotel pick-ups for select tours. Signature highlights described in tour listings include the Kuranda Scenic Railway, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Barron Falls lookout stops, Green Island’s coral cay ecosystem, and aerial reef views on helicopter transfers.
Information on each trip—duration, inclusions, and meeting points—is supplied in the individual tour descriptions. This factual presentation helps visitors compare options and select the right Cairns day trip, whether seeking reef snorkeling, rainforest vistas, cultural city sights or a relaxed island cruise.
Location
Cairns, Queensland
Gateway to the Great Barrier Reef
Tours Offered
15 tours
From Green Island to Kuranda
Key Destinations
Reef & Rainforest
Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda
Trip Lengths
Half-day to Full-day
Options for every schedule
Secure a spot on Green Island, Kuranda, reef flights or a dinner cruise — check individual tour pages for availability and inclusions.
Bring Sun Protection
Queensland’s sun can be intense even on cloudy days—pack sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses.
Dress for Comfort
Wear lightweight, breathable clothing and comfortable walking shoes for the botanic gardens and city strolls.
Stay Hydrated
Carry a water bottle—although refreshments are included, keeping hydrated during the day is crucial.
Limited Mobility Access
The tour vehicle isn’t suitable for wheelchairs or mobility scooters, plan accordingly.
Sunhat
Protects your face and neck from strong Queensland sun during river and city tours.
summer
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for walking through botanical gardens and city sites without discomfort.
Light rain jacket
Useful for unpredictable showers during spring and summer months.
spring
Refillable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated throughout the day’s activities under tropical conditions.