Experience only the best of Cairns Aquarium

Explore Queensland’s underwater worlds—from freshwater rivers to the Coral Sea.

• Everything you get: Full-day admission to Cairns Aquarium with access to 70+ habitats, 10 regional ecosystems, and all presentations and feedings. From the forest to the reef, experience one of Australia’s most impressive aquatic displays under one roof.

• Why choose this: A relaxed, all-ages introduction to the diverse marine life of Tropical North Queensland. Great for families, first-time visitors, and anyone curious about the reef environment without leaving the city.

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• Entry to Cairns Aquarium

• All-day access to exhibits

• Access to all shows, presentations, and facilities

Explore Cairns Aquarium after closing time with this quiet, crowd-free night tour.

• Everything you get: See the rare transformation of marine and rainforest habitats after dark. No crowds, no rush—just nature at night.
• Why choose this: This aquarium night tour is ideal for guests looking to avoid daytime crowds and witness the nocturnal side of the reef.
• Upgrades: Include a 2-course dinner, including dishes like fried calamari and lamb chops, at the aquatic-themed Squires Loft Restaurant.

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• 2-hour guided night tour

• After-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium

• English-speaking wildlife educator

• 2-course dinner at Squires Loft Restaurant (as per option selected)

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• Entry to Tomb of the Pharaohs

• Entry to Cairns Aquarium

• Access to all shows and presentations at Cairns Aquarium

A meaningful marine experience—see rare species and support turtle rehabilitation.

• Everything you get: Get full-day access to Cairns Aquarium’s award-winning exhibits, then take a guided tour of the Turtle Hospital, where every visit helps fund vital care.
• Why choose this: This ticket has both aquarium access with a behind-the-scenes look at turtle conservation, ideal for those who want to support marine life.

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• All-day admission to Cairns Aquarium

• 30-min guided Turtle Hospital Tour

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• Food and drinks

See the aquarium shift into night mode on a relaxed, guided twilight tour.

• Everything you get: Exclusive after-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium, plus a two-hour guided twilight tour. Watch how aquatic life transitions from day to night and spot the Coral Sea’s largest nocturnal predators.
• Why choose this: See the aquarium’s transition from day to night, with expert guides and rare nocturnal animal encounters.
• Upgrades: You can upgrade to a 3-course dinner with dishes like fried calamari and sticky date pudding at the aquatic-themed Squires Loft restaurant.

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• Exclusive after-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium

• 2-hour guided twilight tour through 10 tropical ecosystems

• 3-course dinner at Squires Loft Restaurant (as per option selected)

See Cairns from rainforest heights to reef wonders—Kuranda’s best and the Aquarium in one day.

• Everything you get at Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail: One-way ticket on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, one-way Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket, round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns, and free time to explore Kuranda Village.
• Everything you get at Cairns Aquarium: Full-day admission with access to 70+ habitats and 10 regional ecosystems, plus all shows and feedings.
• Why choose this combo: Experience the best of Cairns above and below—lush rainforest adventures and vibrant reef life—without the hassle of separate bookings.

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Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

• One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ticket

• One-way Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket

• Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns

• Free time in Kuranda Village

Cairns Aquarium

• Entry to Cairns Aquarium

• All-day access to exhibits

• Access to all shows, presentations, and facilities

Scenic Train & Skyrail Kuranda Tour

• Outside drinks and smoking are not allowed.
• The experience is wheelchair accessible.
• The Skyrail departs from Smithfield (Cairns) Terminal, whereas the Scenic Rail departs from Freshwater Railway Station.
• Children below 14 must be accompanied by an adult on the Skyrail and Scenic Rail.

Cairns Aquarium Tickets

• Pets, outside food and drink, taking photos for commercial use without permission, flash photography, and smoking in non-designated areas are not allowed.
• The venue is fully wheelchair and stroller-accessible.
• The Marine Life Encounter requires feeding from a platform with stairs and is not wheelchair accessible.
• No onsite parking; 3-hour free street parking available nearby.
• Children under 3 years of age are admitted free.
• Children aged 14 years and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 years or over.

Go behind the scenes at Cairns Aquarium with exclusive animal encounters and expert guidance.

• Everything you get: A guided tour led by a wildlife educator with access to both public and behind-the-scenes areas. Visit the turtle rehabilitation centre, see a River Monsters scatter feed, hand-feed Cownose stingrays, and explore the reptile breeding facility.
• Why choose this: This is the only Cairns Aquarium experience that lets you hand-feed sting rays, tour the turtle hospital, and access areas not open to the public.

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• Entry into Cairns Aquarium

• Fully guided, personalized 3-hour tour

• Cownose Ray encounter including hand-feeding experience

• Behind the Scenes, Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, and River Monsters Scatter Feeding