Tully River Full-Day Rafting: Cairns, Mission Beach or Self-Drive

4.9
(672 reviews)
Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia

12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Brace yourself for one of the most intense and exhilarating experiences in Tropical North Queensland— white-water rafting on the mighty Tully River. This full-day adventure plunges you into the heart of Tully Gorge National Park, where fast-flowing water, rugged terrain and rainforest collide to create the ultimate rafting challenge.

Led by expert guides, you’ll spend up to 3 hours charging through powerful Garde 3-4 rapids, tackling steep drops, and navigate swirling currents that will keep your adrenaline pumping from start to finish.

After conquering the river, wind down with a well-earned pub dinner, swap stories with your crew, and relive the day’s epic moments. If you're chasing serious thrills, this is the adventure that delivers.

All gear is provided, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns or Mission Beach, or self-drive (Selected at the time of booking), making it easy to jump straight into the action.

Rafting Levy $30pp AUD - (Rafting Levy $35pp from 01 April 2026).

What's Included

Meal *Please advise dietary requirements at time of booking*
Experienced river guides
Hotel pickup and drop off from Cairns or Mission Beach (If option is selected)
All rafting equipment and training provided
Rafting Levy (Until 31 March 2026)
Shoe hire or sunglass straps ($5pp if required)
Photo package (available for purchase)
Rafting Levy (From 01 April 2026)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up from limited hotels and accommodations in Cairns or Mission Beach (If option is selected). A self-drive option is also available (If option is selected).

OR
Meeting point
The Golden Gumboot

Please meet at The Golden Gumboot, Tully if you have selected the self-drive option.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Spend up to 3 hours on the mighty Tully River.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Enjoy a hearty pub dinner at El Arish.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
  • Children aged 13-17 years require a parent or guardians counter signature on the waiver form
  • Minimum age: 13 years to participate in Rafting
  • IMPORTANT: Please note that all participants must have a competent swimming ability and be able to understand and follow River Guide instructions in English to take part in Tully River rafting. This is essential for your safety. English speaking and comprehension will be assessed by our River Guides at the time of pick-up. If there are any concerns regarding a guest’s ability to understand instructions or communicate effectively with the guides, participation may not be permitted.
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Rafting
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Shore Excursions
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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