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With kids · Cairns itinerary

Cairns with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Cairns is great for families. Here is how to spend a family trip — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Green Island
  2. 2Kuranda railway
  3. 3Wildlife park
  4. 4Reef snorkel

Green Island

Easy snorkelling and glass-bottom boats.

Kuranda

The scenic railway and wildlife parks.

The animals

Koalas, crocs and kangaroos.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Cairns — prices per person.

Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour
Cairns And The Tropical North
Half Day Great Barrier Reef Snorkeling Tour
4.9(387)·5 hours
from$148/ person
via Viator
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
Cairns And The Tropical North
Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise
4.8(395)·45 min
from$21/ person
via Viator
Nature & Wildlife: Australia's Hidden Side, Private Tour
Sydney
Nature & Wildlife: Australia's Hidden Side, Private Tour
5.0(372)·11–12 hours
from$432/ person
via Viator
Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour
Grand Cayman
Night Bioluminescence Snorkel Tour
4.9(1,064)·2 hours
from$145/ person
via Viator
Adventure on a Budget Visit Kuranda or Palm Cove from Pt Douglas
Port Douglas
Adventure on a Budget Visit Kuranda or Palm Cove from Pt Douglas
4.8(205)·8 hours
from$85/ person
via Viator
Amazing Daintree Rainforest Tour Waterfall Hike, Lunch, Swim & Crocodile Cruise
Port Douglas
Amazing Daintree Rainforest Tour Waterfall Hike, Lunch, Swim & Crocodile Cruise
5.0(136)·8–9 hours
from$181/ person
via Viator
Providenciales: Emerald Reef and Shipwreck Snorkeling Tour
Providenciales
Providenciales: Emerald Reef and Shipwreck Snorkeling Tour
4.9(302)·3 hours
from$125/ person
via Viator
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour from Port Douglas
Port Douglas
Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Tour from Port Douglas
4.8(294)·9 hours
from$177/ person
via Viator

Cairns with kids — FAQ

Is Cairns good for kids?
Yes — Green Island, the Kuranda railway and wildlife parks with koalas and crocs all delight families.
What are the best things to do in Cairns with children?
Top family picks are Green Island, the Kuranda Scenic Railway and a wildlife park.
Is the Great Barrier Reef good for kids?
Yes — Green Island and glass-bottom boats let younger children enjoy the reef safely.

Explore more in Cairns

Great Barrier ReefGreen IslandDaintree RainforestKuranda & Skyrail