Check-in is mandatory for all guests (1x per person) and must be completed prior to river tubing. Click the following link to complete your check-in.
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Cairns Tubing Tours
Overview
Drift through paradise on a Cairns Tubing Tour! Picture lush rainforest, a canopy of towering trees and crystal-clear waters gently cascading around you. Our tours take you through some of the most beautiful rainforest rivers near Cairns for a truly refreshing adventure.
Check-In
Pick-Up Information
Morning Tubing Tours
- Self Drive to our Depot: 7:30am – Meet at 36 O’Keefe St. Free Street parking.
- Northern Beaches: 6:45am – 7:10am
- Cairns City: 7:20am – 8:00am
- Edmonton/Gordonvale: 8:15am – 8:25am
Afternoon Tubing Tours
- Self Drive to our Depot: 1:45pm – Meet at 36 O’Keefe St. Free Street parking.
- Cairns City: 1:35pm – 2:15pm
- Edmonton/Gordonvale: 2:30pm – 2:40pm
Please contact us if you are unsure of your pick-up time or location on phone +61 7 4042 7300 or email info@cairnsadventuregroup.com.au.

What to Bring
- A towel
- Change of clothes
- Secure shoes
- Cash / Credit Card / A Payment Method – If you have booked via a Travel Agent or Online, you may have a $15pp River Levy to pay on the day. This can be done with cash or card (1.5% surcharge applies), payable on the bus. You will also need some form of payment if you wish to use our shoe hire, or purchase sunglasses straps and/or photo memories.
What to Wear
- Light, sun-protective clothing (denims or heavy materials discouraged).
- Bathers with a rash vest are recommended.
- Secure footwear*.
*Any shoe with a back strap or that wraps around the heel. Examples include crocs (in sports mode), sandals (with a back strap), old runners and reef shoes. If you do not have suitable shoes, they can be hired from us for $5.00 per pair. This can be arranged in advance by calling our Office, or on the day with our Guides. This is in addition to the tour cost.
Important Notes
- If you’ve booked via a travel agent or online, you may have a $15 per person River Levy to pay on the day. This can be settled in advance by calling our office, or with cash or card on the bus (please note a 1.5% surcharge applies to card payments).
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Secure footwear is required. If needed, shoes can be hired for $5 per pair by calling our office in advance or directly from our guides on the day.
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If you wear glasses or sunglasses, we strongly recommend using straps. These can be purchased for $5 each through our office or with our guides.
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All guests must be over 5 years old.
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Expectant mothers are not permitted to participate.
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Please disclose any medical conditions prior to travel. If you’re unsure about your ability to participate, we recommend consulting with a medical practitioner. Medical details must be noted on your pre-arrival check-in form.
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Personal belongings will be securely stored on the bus, which will meet you at the bottom of the river post-tour.
- For more information on accessibility, visit our Accessibility Page
FAQ's and Contact Us
- Contact us if you have any queries or need more info +61 7 4042 7300 or email info@cairnsadventuregroup.com.au.
- For Terms and Conditions of your booking, please click here
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Can I take a GoPro or Camera River Tubing?
Yes! GoPro’s and cameras are permitted, however, they are taken at your own risk. If taking a device, we recommend ensuring it is waterproof and having it strapped or connected to your body.
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What safety equipment is provided?
Life jackets and helmets are provided and checked by our Guides before the activity. Shoes and glasses straps can be hired or purchased.