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Barron River Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive

Location Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland, Australia
Location Queensland, Australia
Location Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia
Location Palm Cove, Queensland, Australia
$91.50
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Overview

Brace yourself for an action-packed, half-day, white-water rafting adventure on the Barron River! Navigate thrilling Grade 2 and 3 rapids for up to 2-hours, as you surge through the heart of Barron Gorge National Park. Feel the rush as you tackle the rapids, then soak in the stunning scenery while floating past rugged cliffs, dramatic ravines, and lush rainforest.

You have the option to include a pickup from Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas, or the option to drive yourself to the meeting point. This option must be selected at the time of booking.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Afternoon Self Drive
Self Drive: Self Drive to Lake Placid Car Park
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Up to 2-hours of White-Water Rafting
  • Professional River Guide
  • All rafting equipment and training is provided
  • Pickup and drop-off available from Cairns or Port Douglas (If option is selected)
  • Photo Package (Available to purchase)
  • Shoe hire (Available for $5 per pair if required)
  • All Fees and Taxes

Meeting point
Self-drive (If option is selected) to 101 Lake Placid Road at 15:00pm - Please wait in your car in the carpark, do not go into Lake Placid Caravan Park as this is private property.
Return details
Self-drive (If option is selected) to 101 Lake Placid Road at 15:00pm - Please wait in your car in the carpark, do not go into Lake Placid Caravan Park as this is private property.

Get ready for a splash of adventure on this half-day white-water rafting tour along the Barron River, just a short drive from Cairns or an hour from Port Douglas. Set in the stunning Barron Gorge National Park, this experience offers the perfect balance of thrills and scenic beauty.

Raft through grade 2–3 rapids, making it the ideal adventure for beginners or anyone looking for a fun, action-packed introduction to rafting. Paddle through lush rainforest scenery and over smooth granite boulders as your professional guide leads the way, keeping things safe, fun and exciting.

Whether you're chasing a quick adrenaline fix or just want to try something new, this rafting adventure delivers a memorable taste of Tropical North Queensland’s wild side.

This tour is suitable for ages 12 and up, and includes all equipment, instruction and training. Return transfers from Cairns or Port Douglas (If option is selected), or self-drive to a meeting point (If option is selected).

Please note: Rafting Levy AUD 35.00 per person payable on the day of travel.

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age: 12 years to participate in Rafting
  • Children between 12 and 17 years require a parent or guardian to sign a waiver form
  • Not suitable for pregnant travelers
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Barron River Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive

    Location Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland, Australia
    Location Queensland, Australia
    Location Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia
    Location Palm Cove, Queensland, Australia
    $91.50
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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