Tully River Rafting
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The Tully River is an integral part of clean, green energy production, thanks to the operations of the 88 MW Kareeya Hydro.
They vary the water release time pending capacity, production and volume which means we vary our Tully rafting itinerary in line with them.
This ensures you’ll have the very best possible rafting experience.
The White Water Adventure Of A Lifetime. Conquer grade 3 & 4 rapids on a wild ride through a spectacular gorge surrounded by World Heritage rainforest.
No experience necessary, our River Guides have got you covered. It’s a full day out with departures from Cairns, Mission Beach and Feluga.
Minimum Age: 13 years
Includes: Return transfers, all training & equipment & 1 meal
What To Bring:
Swimwear, towel, change of dry clothes, secure footwear such as sandshoes or adventure sandals (no thongs), waterproof sunscreen, cap to wear under helmet (optional). Hire shoes available for $5 if you don’t want your shoes getting wet. Thermal tops and dry tops available for $5 for hire each. Also bring your voucher and money for additional refreshments and purchase of any digital photos you may like as an awesome reminder of your epic adventure.
Please leave jewellery and valuables at your accommodation.
Barron River Rafting
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The beautiful Barron Gorge National Park is only 20 minutes from the centre of Cairns.
It’s known for its rugged rainforest mountains, steep ravines, the mighty Barron Falls and of course, Barron Gorge, which has been carved out over thousands of years by the Barron River.
This is where we do our half-day white water rafting tour, on the ebb and flow of the Barron River, as it snakes its way down from the mountains and heads out to the Coral Sea. This is a scenic rafting/rainforest adventure that combines calm water floating with a series of white water rapids for adventure and action.
The Barron River Half Day Tour is a fantastic introduction to White Water Rafting. It’s fun, exciting and exhilarating, suitable for all the family*. Enjoy up to two hours rafting, on up to grade 3 rapids followed by tea & coffee while you view photos of your rafting adventure. Access to changing facilities at the end of the tour are available for Raging Thunder guests.
Our rafts carry up to seven passengers plus your river guide. No experience necessary.
Let our guides entertain you on this spectacular river, offering guaranteed water levels year-round!
Timing
Cairns (Daily): Pick up at approx 2pm | Return 6.00pm Cairns (Seasonal): Pick up at approx 8.45am | Return 1pm – Contact Us
Minimum 8 persons to operate
*Minimum age to participate is 12 years All participants will be required to sign a liability release form prior to the trip commencing. The Mulgrave River may be used for half-day rafting tours when the Barron River is not available due to river levels or other reasons. Please see our Important Information for this tour
Tully River Rafting 'Classic'
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The Tully River has earned an international reputation as Australia’s best rafting river.
Enjoy awesome grade 3 & 4 rapids, amongst the spectacular scenery on this adrenalin-pumping adventure. Experience is not necessary. A sense of adventure is!
The Tully River hosted the International Rafting Federation’s 2019 World Rafting Championships. This world class river provides a pinnacle rafting experience, with over 45 rapids ripping down through the stunning rainforest gorge surrounds. Classified as a Grade 4/5 river, the Tully provides one hell of a wild ride which ticks all the boxes for those seeking the ultimate Australian rafting adventure!
Your day begins with a morning pick up from your Cairns or Mission Beach accommodation before enjoying the scenic drive to our Tully base at the Feluga Hotel. You’ll have the chance to grab a quick bite here if you missed breakfast before we meet up with any self drivers and travel to the top of the Tully Gorge.
Pick up ex Cairns accommodation from 0600/ Drop off approximately 1800 Pick up ex Mission Beach accommodation from 0745 / Drop off approximately 1700 Self drivers to meet at Feluga Hotel at 0845/Depart Feluga Hotel approximately 1600
Ride and Raft Combo 2
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Hit the Whitsunday waves with the Ride and Raft Combo 2!
Experience Ocean Rafting’s Northern Exposure or Southern Lights tour (includes tropical lunch and sunsuit/wetsuit) and Whitsunday Jetski Tours’ Two Island Safari!
DAY 1 – OCEAN RAFTING NORTHERN EXPOSURE OR SOUTHERN LIGHTS TOUR
Multi award winning Ocean Rafting visits the “Wild Side” of the Whitsunday Islands, the uninhabited islands with beautiful natural scenery brimming with marine, bird and animal life. There are two exciting tour options, the Northern Exposure and Southern Lights. Each Ocean Rafting day offers three days in one, including an exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks. Ocean Rafting offers the ultimate access to the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach and special snorkel sites at Hook Island and Border Island ensure a memorable underwater experience.
The semi rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing guests to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays. 32 passengers at most allows for personal snorkelling lessons and the pleasure of a small group. A tropical lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand.
The Northern Exposure tour is a favourite amongst avid snorkellers, including two different snorkel destinations. Not only that, but it includes a visit to the stunning beach at Hill Inlet, north end of Whitehaven Beach, and a guided National Park walk to the lookout above the silica sand of Whitehaven. Guests explore the restricted area of beautiful Hill Inlet at Whitehaven Beach.
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The Southern Lights tour visits both the northern and southern ends of Whitehaven Beach. Enjoy approximately two hours relaxing on the world famous white silica sand and enjoy a guided bushwalk to spectacular Hill Inlet Lookout to view and capture photographs of the stunning swirling silica sands and aqua water. Snorkel for over an hour at Border Island, Dumbell Island or one of our “secret” snorkel spots, enjoying the amazing hard and soft corals of the fringing reefs.
The main difference between Ocean Rafting’s two tours is that the Northern Exposure offers more snorkelling time and the Southern Lights has more beach time.
DAY 2 –*WHITSUNDAY JETSKI TOURS’ TWO ISLAND SAFARI*
The Two Island Safari…Open water jetskiing – Cruise Daydream and South Molle Islands – 2 hours jetskiing
A great tour for the more adventurous traveller who wants to maximise their time on the water. Explore the beautiful Whitsunday Islands including the scenic waterways around Daydream and South Molle Islands while pausing for photos, power snacks and the occasional marine life encounter.
The Two Island Safari includes:
- Approximately 2 hours of action packed jetskiing
- Informative and entertaining commentary by qualified tour guide
- Sea turtles, dugongs, seabirds and seasonal humpback whales (July – September) are often encountered on tours
- All riding apparel including lifejackets, rash tops/thermal tops, wetsuit shorts, polarised sunglasses, riding hats and sunscreen provided
- Power snacks and bottled water
- All photos of your tour provided free of charge on Facebook
- Free courtesy bus pick up and drop off within Airlie Beach area
Ride and Raft Combo 1
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Hit the Whitsunday waves with the Ride and Raft Combo 1!
Experience Ocean Rafting’s Northern Exposure or Southern Lights tour (includes tropical lunch and sunsuit/wetsuit) and Whitsunday Jetski Tours’ Airlie Adventure!
Hit the Whitsunday waves with the Ride and Raft Combo 1! Experience Ocean Rafting’s Northern Exposure or Southern Lights tour (includes tropical lunch and sunsuit/wetsuit) and Whitsunday Jetski Tours’ Airlie Adventure!
DAY 1 – OCEAN RAFTING NORTHERN EXPOSURE OR SOUTHERN LIGHTS TOUR
Multi award winning Ocean Rafting visits the “Wild Side” of the Whitsunday Islands, the uninhabited islands with beautiful natural scenery brimming with marine, bird and animal life. There are two exciting tour options, the Northern Exposure and Southern Lights. Each Ocean Rafting day offers three days in one, including an exhilarating ride to Whitehaven Beach and Hill Inlet, pristine snorkelling reefs and guided Whitsunday Island National Parks walks. Ocean Rafting offers the ultimate access to the stunning and iconic Hill Inlet beach and special snorkel sites at Hook Island and Border Island ensure a memorable underwater experience.
The semi rigid inflatable vessels are super fast allowing guests to experience a fun ride, adventure and education amongst the natural beauty of the Whitsundays. 32 passengers at most allows for personal snorkelling lessons and the pleasure of a small group. Lunch is served at the beach with plenty of time to swim in the turquoise ocean or just relax on the silica white sand.
The Northern Exposure touris a favourite amongst avid snorkellers, including two different snorkel destinations. Not only that, but it includes a visit to the stunning beach at Hill Inlet, north end of Whitehaven Beach, and a guided National Park walk to the lookout above the silica sand of Whitehaven. Guests explore the restricted area of beautiful Hill Inlet at Whitehaven Beach.
OR
The Southern Lights tour visits both the northern and southern ends of Whitehaven Beach. Enjoy approximately two hours relaxing on the world famous white silica sand and enjoy a guided bushwalk to spectacular Hill Inlet Lookout to view and capture photographs of the stunning swirling silica sands and aqua water. Snorkel for over an hour at Border Island, Dumbell Island or one of our “secret” snorkel spots, enjoying the amazing hard and soft corals of the fringing reefs.
The main difference between Ocean Rafting’s two tours is that the Northern Exposure offers more snorkelling time and the Southern Lights has more beach time.
DAY 2 – WHITSUNDAY JETSKI TOURS’ AIRLIE ADVENTURE
The Airlie Adventure…Island views – Bays with sea turtle encounters – 1.5 hours jet skiing
This popular tour is suitable for everyone….. a perfect mix of adrenalin and eco adventure. Drive your own jetski out to view the Whitsunday Islands from the protection of the coastline, before exploring Airlie’s beautiful bays and enjoying some turtle spotting.
The Airlie Adventure tour includes:
- Approximately 1.5 hours of fun-filled jetskiing
- Informative and entertaining commentary by qualified tour guide
- Sea turtles, dugongs, seabirds and seasonal humpback whales (July – September) are often encountered on tours
- All riding apparel including lifejackets, rash tops/thermal tops, wetsuit shorts, polarised sunglasses, riding hats and sunscreen provided
- Bottled water
- All photos of your tour provided free of charge on Facebook
- Free courtesy bus pick up and drop off within Airlie Beach area
Cairns Riverboarding Half Day Tour
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Just a short 15min drive from Cairns, we take you to the mighty Barron River in amongst the tropical rainforest. Barron Gorge National Park, is well known as one of two White Water Rafting hotspots around Cairns over a challenging grade 3 white-water… If you have already been White Water Rafting before, River Boarding is your next adventure!
Please allow up to 4.5hrs for the whole experience from start to finish, every day is a little different, depends on weather, road conditions & fun!
Whats Included:
- Wetsuits (Winter Season)
- Helmet, Life Jacket
- Fins, Riverboard
- Safety equipment to wear for the riverboarding adventure
- Professional instruction from a certified instructor
- Return Shuttle Transport from Allbout Cairns Shop to location
What to Bring:
- BYO food – Snacks
- Swimmers, boardies, cozzies, bikinis, rash top (Optional)
- Towel, Sunnies & Sunscreen
- Comfy sandals or flip flops
- Shoes aren’t needed but thick socks can be a good idea to prevent fins from rubbing
- Maybe something a little warmer in winter, dry change of clothes & jumper
- Camera/Go Pro & attachments (must be hands free)
- Cash (just in case for extras)
- Wear contact lenses rather than prescription glasses.
- Daily medication
- Humour & a sense of adventure
Restrictions:
- Guests under 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
- Strongly not recommended during any stage of your pregnancy.
- We accept your challenge to cater to everyone’s pace, size & ability.
- Guests need to have a very basic level of confidence to manovere in the water.
- Please advise diet requirements, allergies, surgeries, impairments, or disabilities that may affect your level of enjoyment on the day & so we can best cater to you.
Barron River Whitewater Rafting Half Day Tour
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The beautiful Barron Gorge National Park is only 20 minutes from the centre of Cairns. It’s known for its rugged rainforest mountains, steep ravines, the mighty Barron Falls and of course, Barron Gorge, which has been carved out over thousands of years by the Barron River.
This is where we do our half day white water rafting tour, on the ebb and flow of the Barron River, as it snakes its way down from the mountains and heads out to the Coral Sea. This is a scenic rafting / rainforest adventure which combines calm water floating with a series of white water rapids for adventure and action.
The Barron River Half Day Tour is a fantastic introduction to White Water Rafting. It’s fun, exciting and exhilarating, suitable for all the family*. Enjoy up to two hours rafting, on up to grade 3 rapids followed by tea & coffee while you view photo’s of your rafting adventure. Access to changing facilities at the end of the tour are available for Raging Thunder guests.
Our rafts carry up to seven passengers plus your river guide. No experience necessary.
Let our guides entertain you on this spectacular river, offering guaranteed water levels year round!
Timing
Cairns (Daily): Pick up at approx 2pm | Return 6.00pm Cairns (Seasonal): Pick up at approx 8.45am | Return 1pm
Minimum 8 persons to operate
Minimum age to participate is 12 years All participants will be required to sign a liability release form prior to the trip commencing. The Mulgrave River may be used for half day rafting tours, when the Barron River is not available due to river levels or other reasons.
Tully River Whitewater Rafting Day Tour
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Australia’s Best Rafting River. Home to the 2019 World Rafting Championships, the Tully offers plenty of thrills and adrenaline pumping action. Allow around 12 hours for this full day eco adventure.
The Tully River is a world class river providing a pinnacle rafting experience with a tonne of rapids ripping down through the stunning rainforest gorge surrounds. Classified as a Grade 4/5 river, the Tully provides one hell of a wild ride which ticks all the boxes for those seeking the ultimate Australian rafting adventure!
Your day begins with a late morning pick up from your Cairns or Mission Beach accommodation before enjoying the scenic drive to Tully. Here we’ll rendezvous with self drivers and you’ll have the chance to grab some lunch (own cost) before we travel to the top of the Tully Gorge.
You’ll be fitted with a helmet and life jacket and receive a comprehensive safety briefing then it’s time to hit the rapids! Navigating your way through big drops and big water you’ll soon see why the Tully has earned its reputation as an epic white water rafting river! And the spectacular scenery is also something to behold.
Once we arrive at out take out point, change into dry clothes and jump on the bus for the short drive to the iconic Feluga Hotel. Here you’ll enjoy a hearty country pub dinner with your Guide and crew, share river stories over a couple of coldies all the while immersed in a living history of over 30 years of rafting on the Tully River.
Afterwards enjoy a well earned rest on the bus as we take you back to your accommodation.
Wild Creek 'Sport Rafting' Day Tour ex Mission Beach
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Enter into a secret world of untouched raw beauty, Coachable creek sports rafting tours are exclusive to Wildside Adventures customers and only accessible by water. You will be part of a small, blessed group of people to witness this natural wonder. The scenery will captivate you, the ride will thrill you and the experience will change you.
The creek winds through magnificent 411 million year old untouched rainforests, landscaped by giant granite boulders, cliff overhangs, waterfalls and crystal clear mountain water. Half way along, we come to Wine Glass falls, where the creek flows into a waterfall to a deep green pool at the base of a gorge. Relax & chill out at the top of the falls, soaking in the awe inspiring scenery. Swim, play, laugh and on we go, cliff jump into the gorge (or walk to the base), followed by your raft, jump back in, paddle under the waterfall and the exhilarating ride continues.
This is an exceptional experience you won’t forget and exclusively wild in every way.
Tully River 'Sport Rafting' Day Tour ex Mission Beach
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Experience the world class Tully Gorge river rapids:
– Self Drive – Meet at 9am
– 12km of fun
– Lunch
– Rapid grades 2,3
Join us for an awesome team building adventure with friends. Our
experienced and professional guides will be there to give you the
assistance when needed while teaching you control and patience.
– You will traverse the best of two worlds: Whitewater & World Heritage Rainforest
– You will be in charge of your own sports raft
– You will leave with new SKILLS and an AMAZING Experience
– You will become a member of the Wildside Adventures Warriors Club
This adventure promises to bring a smile to your face and a good nights sleep!