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Tully River Rafting
Experience the thrill of white water rafting on Australia’s famous Tully River! Navigate heart-pumping rapids, soak up stunning rainforest scenery, and finish the day with a classic country pub dinner — an adventure you’ll never forget.
Get ready for nonstop action on Australia’s premier white water rafting river! Your adventure begins with a midday pick-up from central Cairns accommodation, followed by a scenic drive to Tully. On arrival, enjoy an optional light lunch (own expense) before heading 40 minutes into the breathtaking Tully Gorge, where the real excitement begins.
Meet your experienced River Guide and fellow paddlers, get fitted with your helmet and life jacket and take part in a comprehensive safety briefing and paddling tutorial. Warm up on a few small rapids before tackling the adrenaline-pumping Grade 3 and 4 rapids that make the Tully River famous. With your guide’s instructions — “paddle forward”, “get down”, and “hang on!” — you’ll feel the rush as the river twists and turns.
Between the thrilling rapids, there are calmer sections where you can catch your breath and soak in the stunning rainforest scenery, before hitting the next surge of white water.
After an unforgettable day on the river, change into dry clothes and head to the Feluga Hotel for a classic country pub dinner. Swap stories with fellow paddlers over a cold drink, surrounded by the living history of Raging Thunder Rafting. Finally, relax on the bus as you’re returned to your accommodation, arriving around 7:30 PM.
Departs
Daily, year-round except 25th December and 1st January.
Start times
Includes pick-up from central hotel locations in Cairns and the Northern Beaches. Hotel pick-ups begin from 10:30 am. Your exact pick-up time will be confirmed when you reconfirm your tour locally.
Duration
Around 12 hours, including 5 hours on the water.
Experience Includes
- Full-day Tully River adventure with up to 5 hours of white water rafting
- Exciting Grade 3–4 rapids guided by experienced instructors
- No prior experience needed – all tuition, helmets and life jackets provided
- Safety first – emergency medical technicians on hand for peace of mind
- Hearty pub meal at the Feluga Hotel after your rafting experience
- Convenient Cairns hotel pick-up and drop-off included
- Flexible Booking – cancel for a full refund or change your date for free!*
Terms & Conditions
- You will receive a voucher for this experience. Please read it thoroughly.
- You MUST reconfirm your booking locally at least 24 hours in advance.
- A Rafting Levy of AUD35.00 per person is payable locally on the day. The rafting levy is a compulsory charge covering Land Management fees, government charges and taxes, dam water release and part recovery of public risk insurance (amount subject to change without notice). Payable directly to Cairns Adventure Group.
- This trip is suitable for all levels of fitness. All passengers must be able to fit into the supplied life jackets.
- Important: Minimum age is 13 years. All participants under 18 must have a parent or guardian co-sign the liability waiver.
- Bring lace-up shoes (that WILL get wet), a swimsuit and towel (you will need to be wearing your swimsuit at the time of pick-up), a spare change of clothes, and don't forget the sunscreen. You will be provided with safety equipment, including a life jacket, helmet and spray jacket.
- All tours depart at the discretion of your guide based on weather conditions and safety reasons.
- A medical questionnaire and liability waiver are required to be completed and signed.
- PLEASE NOTE: You MUST HAVE a competent swimming ability and be able to understand and follow River Guide instructions in English, to participate in Barron River Rafting. This is for your safety. English speaking and comprehension will be assessed by River Guides at the time of pick-up; if there are concerns about your ability to understand instructions and communicate with our River Guides, you will not be able to participate in the tour and no refund is available or will be provided.
- Rafting is not suitable for anyone who is pregnant.
- For your safety, you will not be permitted to raft if we detect you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, in these instances, no refund will apply. If you have any medical conditions you are worried about, please talk to our friendly team.
- We highly recommend having your own travel insurance.
- If you have a medical condition or you are unsure that you are physically able to participate in the activity, we recommend that you consult with a medical practitioner.
- Hire shoes are available for $5, if you don’t want your shoes getting wet. Thermal tops and dry tops are available for $5 for hire each.
- Action digital photos of the day will be available to buy at the end of the tour.
- Prior to your rafting trip you will be required to complete a medical questionnaire and sign a liability waiver (either online or on paper).
- Includes a hearty pub meal (choose from classic hamburger, crispy chicken burger, grilled Spanish mackerel, or vegetarian/vegan schnitzel) – menu subject to change without notice.
- *CANCELLATION POLICY: Free cancellations and amendments are allowed for bookings cancelled with the tour operator up to 24 hours before your chosen activity date. Please keep in mind that there is a significant time difference between Australia and the UK, so be sure to allow for this when making your cancellation. After the 24-hour window, no amendments or refunds will be provided.
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