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Waterfall Adventure at Cairns Waterfalls in Westcourt - Cairns

Waterfall Adventure at Cairns Waterfalls in Westcourt

Westcourtmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

5 hours

Fitness Level

Participants should have a reasonable fitness level and be confident swimmers capable of swimming in moving water.

Overview

Navigate waterfalls by abseiling, swimming, and jumping through Crystal Cascades on this thrilling 5-hour tour near Cairns. Cairns Waterfalls offers an expertly guided, safety-first adventure through tropical rainforest terrain.

Westcourt, Queensland

Crystal Adventure Tour

Ages 8+ • Allow ~5.5 Hours • World Heritage Wet Tropics

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Adventure Photos

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About This Adventure

Embark on an exhilarating 5-hour adventure at Crystal Cascades, just 30 minutes from Cairns. Guided by professionals, you'll navigate stunning waterfalls through abseiling, jumping, and swimming. Experience the thrill of the tropical rainforest while ensuring safety and fun. Perfect for all skill levels, this unique journey promises unforgettable memories.

Our qualified and experienced guides provide the utmost professionalism to ensure your safety whilst giving you a dose of crazy, fun adventure in the tropical rainforest up at Crystal Cascades.

About

Only a 30 minutes drive from Cairns until we reach Crystal Cascades. Once we get to the gorge and soak in the beautiful sights, we’ll instruct each of you on a variity of techniques to get you through the course. A guide will be with you the entire time to make sure everything is safe. We start at the top of the gorge where all the best waterfalls are located and then we move and groove our way down the course abseiling, jumping, sliding, swimming, floating, exploring.

Duration

Allow. 5 hours

Extras##

Pick up from Cairns CBD accommodation $10.00 per person Photo packages $39.00 per person. Video package $55.00 per camera. Photo & Video package $90 per group Shoe Hire $10.00 per person Tshirts $35

Carbon Neutral Tours Booking direct supports small and sustainable business practises Maximum of 12 people - unless booked as a group

Duration##

Please allow up to 5hrs for the whole experience from start to finish, every day is a little different, depends on weather, road conditions & fun were having!

Whats Included##

  • Wetsuits (Winter Season)
  • Helmet, Harness, Carabiners, Life Jacket
  • Safety equipment to wear for the adventure
  • Professionals instructions from a certified instructor
  • Return Shuttle Transport from Cairns CBD to location

What to Bring##

  • BYO food – Snacks & lunch
  • Swimmers, boardies, cozzies, bikinis, rash top, leggings (Optional)
  • Towel, Sunnies & Sunscreen
  • Closed toed shoes (runners) & socks to get wet
  • Maybe something a little warmer in winter, dry change of clothes & jumper
  • Camera/Go Pro & attachments (must be hands free)
  • Cash (just in case for extras)
  • Wear contact lenses rather than prescription glasses.
  • Daily medication
  • Humour & a sense of adventure

Restrictions##

  • Age: Guests under 16 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • Pregnancy: Not allowed during any stage of your pregnancy.
  • Fitness Levels: We accept your challenge to cater to everyone’s pace, size & ability.
  • Swimming Levels: Guests need to have a strong level of confident swimming skills to manovere in the water.
  • Medical Conditions: Please advise diet requirements, allergies, surgeries, impairments, or disabilities that may affect your level of enjoyment on the day & so we can best cater to you.

Adventure Tips

Bring secure footwear

Closed-toe, non-slip shoes or runners are essential for navigating slippery rocks and wet surfaces safely.

Stay hydrated and fueled

Pack snacks and water to keep energy up during the 5-hour tour in humid tropical conditions.

Use hands-free cameras

If bringing a GoPro or camera, make sure it’s hands-free to keep your movements safe while abseiling and swimming.

Be prepared for swimming

Participants need confident swimming skills to safely maneuver through pools and underwater passages.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Boyd’s forest dragon
  • Rainbow lorikeets

History

Crystal Cascades is part of the Wet Tropics, recognized for its geological formations dating back millions of years and rich Aboriginal cultural heritage.

Conservation

Cairns Waterfalls operates carbon-neutral tours promoting low-impact use of sensitive rainforest ecosystems, emphasizing leave-no-trace principles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Closed-toe water shoes

Essential

Protect feet and provide grip on slippery, uneven surfaces.

Quick-dry swimwear

Essential

Comfortable and fast-drying for aquatic sections of the tour.

summer specific

Wetsuit (provided in winter)

Keeps body warmth in cooler water temperatures.

winter specific

Hands-free camera mount

Allows safe recording without restricting movement or safety.