Locals will tell you: cairns tours isn’t complicated once you know the basics. Guided walks, bike rides, and day trips let you cover more ground without sweating the logistics. Join a small‑group outing if you like chatty guides, or go private when your schedule’s tight. Most operators offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, keeping you flexible if the weather flips. Plan the basics, then let curiosity lead the way. Remember to carry a reusable water bottle and keep an eye on the local weather forecast so you’re never caught off guard. Remember to carry a reusable water bottle and keep an eye on the local weather forecast so you’re never caught off guard.
Plan your day with Cairns Tours.
Most tours cap groups at 15 so you hear every story. Where will you explore first?
Bring a reusable bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and keep your camera ready. Local hosts love questions—ask about their favorite neighborhood spot.
Refill your bottle at public fountains where available.
Snap photos during golden hour for softer light.
Use offline maps so you never lose your way.
Carry small change for tips and quick snacks.
Share your experience with fellow travelers and compare notes.
Loves both the gondola and train. Would upgrade to gold class on the train next time for comfort. Well organised with clear instructions.
Getting to pet a koala was a highlight, the village is quaint, and the views are spectacular!
So organised and easy. Everything went smoothly
Hello, I assumed that purchasing the Gold Pass train tickets on your website meant that I would receiving Gold Pass train tickets, but that was not the case. I have been emailing with HeadOut to at least receive a partial refund-- as Gold Pass tickets were not included when all was said and done-- but I'm having difficulties with that as well. Any assistance to rectify this issue would be appreciated. Soo Chen
The trip itself was excellent. The ticket prices was not.
Very expensive. Didn't think it was value for money.
The Skyrail was fantastic the train ride was equally amazing
Loved the whole experience. The cable car over the rainforest with a very helpful forest guide Hamish. Enjoyed the butterflies at the sanctuary and the koala at the koala garden, loved that they were awake. The train ride back was brilliant too.
Combining Kuranda’s scenic train and Skyrail with stress-free transfers.
Inclusions
One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ticket
One-way Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket
Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns
Free time in Kuranda Village
Coupons for discounted entry to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld, & Kuranda Koala Gardens (as per option selected)
Expert local guide (as per option selected)
Fabulous tour and great food afterwards 🙌🙌🙌👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😎😎😎
It was something different. Headout was fine
Explore Cairns Aquarium after closing time with this quiet, crowd-free night tour.
Inclusions
2-hour guided night tour
After-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium
English-speaking wildlife educator
2-course dinner at Dundee Restaurant (menu here) (as per option selected)
Travel to Kuranda in style with Gold Class rail, scenic Skyrail views & seamless transfers.
Inclusions
One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ticket
One-way Gold Class Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket
Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns
Expert local guide
Refreshments
Dedicated service
Kuranda Boarding Pass with attraction discounts
Very professional and easy to follow. staff are all great and helpful. the glass boat guides and guide for the guided snorkeling experince were also very professional and helpful. Thank you
The friendly staff & beautiful beach
Unwind with 5.5 hours on Fitzroy Island—ample time for trails, snorkeling, and beach bliss.
Inclusions
Full-day trip to Fitzroy Island
Round-trip ferry transfers from Cairns
Up to 6 hours on Fitzroy Island
Self-guided walk of National Park
Picnic lunch (menu here) (if option selected)
Guided glass-bottomed boat tour (if option selected)
Snorkel Safari with marine biologist (if option selected)
Snorkelling equipment, lycra suits, and flotation vests (if option selected)
Pleasant boat trip and freedom to do own snorkeling session and we saw fish snd turtles. A bit of organisation problems with change of pier and lunch pickup time not too professional.
Great day all round, glass bottom boat and Fitzroy Island, seemed to be very well organised. One problem which was resolved by the staff at the Cairns Reef Terminal was that we had purchased lunch and this hadn't been ordered by Headout. the staff at the terminal were able to organise for this to happen. Lucky we had arrived early or we may have missed out!
Quick island escape with snorkeling or glass-bottom boat tour options.
Inclusions
Half-day trip to Fitzroy Island
Round-trip ferry transfers from Cairns
Up to 2 hours on Fitzroy Island
Self-guided walk of National Park
Picnic lunch (menu here) (if option selected)
Guided glass-bottomed boat tour (if option selected)
Snorkel Safari with marine biologist (if option selected)
Snorkelling equipment, lycra suits, and flotation vests (if option selected)
Family-friendly reef adventure with waterslide and diverse pontoon activities.
Inclusions
Full-day cruise to the Great Barrier Reef from Cairns
Access to Sunlover Moore Reef pontoon with 4.5 hours to spend
Snorkeling equipment and expert guidance
Premium buffet lunch (menu here)
1-hour Snorkel Safari (if option selected)
Seawalker helmet dive (if option selected)
Access to Sunlover waterslide & sun deck
Semi-submersible tour
Glass bottom boat tour
Marine naturalist & fish feeding presentation
Underwater observatory
Experience the only Whitsundays cruise with a floating beach club vibe and unlimited beach-to-boat transfers.
Inclusions
Exclusions
Train, Skyrail & Rainforest—experience Kuranda from every angle.
Inclusions
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ticket
Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket
Round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns
Expert driver
Free time in Kuranda Village
Entry to Rainforestation Nature Park
Army Duck tour
Koala & Wildlife Park
Dreamtime Walk & Pamagirri dance performance
BBQ Lunch (as per option selected)
Kuranda guidebook with discount coupons
Pocket-friendly full-day island escape with snorkelling, reef viewing, and lunch.
Inclusions
Inclusions
Expert English-speaking tour guide
Round-trip hotel transfers
Morning tea at Mossman Gorge Centre
Daintree River Cruise
Lunch in rainforest at Heritage Lodge
Cape Tribulation Beach & boardwalk
Daintree Ice Cream Company with ice cream
Visit Alexandra lookout
GPS activated audio commentary in 6 languages
Exclusions
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.