What’SUP Cairns offers a transformative 3-hour paddleboarding session that weaves adventure therapy and emotional healing. Join Allie Chadburn on Queensland’s calm coastal waters to reconnect, heal, and find resilience through the flow of water and shared experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for participants with basic physical fitness; balance and core strength help but beginners can join.
Wildlife
History
Cairns was established in 1876 and remains an important gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, blending indigenous culture with modern outdoor lifestyles.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on preserving sensitive marine and mangrove habitats, encouraging low-impact water activities like paddleboarding to protect waterways.
What'SUP Cairns
What’SUP Cairns offers a transformative 3-hour paddleboarding session that weaves adventure therapy and emotional healing. Join Allie Chadburn on Queensland’s calm coastal waters to reconnect, heal, and find resilience through the flow of water and shared experience.
What'SUP Cairns provides stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) experiences based in Cairns, Queensland. The business offers a range of guided trips, equipment hire and multi-day adventures that operate at Fitzroy Island, Lake Tinaroo, Mission Beach, Kuranda and other North Queensland locations. What'SUP Cairns focuses on accessible, guided SUP activities suitable for families, local paddlers, visitors, and small or large groups.
Trip offerings include day SUP board hire with inflatable boards and personalized instruction, guided turtle and snorkel tours around Fitzroy Island and the Great Barrier Reef, and the Fitzroy Island Sunset SUP Tour. What'SUP Cairns also runs monthly locals SUP sessions (three-hour outings that rotate location), Lake Tinaroo paddle tours including sunset options and SUP Yoga, and a 2N/3D SUP & snorkel camping adventure that operates from Fitzroy Island or Mission Beach with meals and camping essentials included. Specialized programming includes a 3-hour suicide prevention/wellness paddle session led by Allie Chadburn designed to combine adventure therapy with group connection.
What'SUP Cairns highlights practical instruction, on-water guidance, and route selection appropriate to participants' skill levels. The business supports group bookings for events, family outings, and tailored experiences such as SUP Yoga and guided sunset paddles. Information about availability, equipment, and booking procedures is provided per trip; participants are encouraged to review specific trip details and booking terms before reserving.
Base
Cairns, QLD
Operates from Cairns, Queensland
Tours Offered
7 trips
SUP, snorkel, camping and yoga
Duration Options
3 hr to 2N/3D
Short sessions and multi-day adventures
Special Programs
Wellness & Groups
Allie Chadburn wellness and group bookings
Book SUP hire, guided turtle and snorkel tours, sunset paddles, group bookings, or wellness sessions and secure a preferred date.
Arrive hydrated and rested
Paddleboarding requires core engagement and focus; ensure you’re well-hydrated to maintain energy over the 3-hour session.
Wear sun protection
Queensland’s sun can be intense—apply reef-safe sunscreen and wear a hat or UV-protective clothing to avoid sunburn during your time on the water.
Comfortable, flexible clothing recommended
Opt for lightweight, quick-dry gear to stay comfortable both on and off the board during guided reflections and paddling.
Be open to emotional honesty
This experience encourages sharing and vulnerability; prepare to engage in reflective and supportive group conversations.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin during exposure to strong tropical sun.
summer
Quick-dry clothing
Keeps you comfortable on and off the water.
Wide-brim hat
Shields your face and neck from sun glare.
summer
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the paddleboarding experience.