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)

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 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.

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• Entry to Tomb of the Pharaohs

• Entry to Cairns Aquarium

• Access to all shows and presentations at Cairns Aquarium

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)

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