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Tours/Cairns and the Tropical North/Cairns Rainforest River Tubing

Cairns Rainforest River Tubing

4.7(748)Cairns and the Tropical North4h 30min
VIATOR4.7(318)TRIPADVISOR4.7(430)
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
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Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing
Cairns Rainforest River Tubing

At a glance

Duration
4h 30min
Price from
$63 / person
Location
Cairns and the Tropical North
Rating
4.7 / 5 · 748 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 60
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Foaming Fury

Description

Enjoy the ultimate tropical escape on this half-day rainforest river tubing adventure with convenient return transfers included—morning tours offer pickups from Cairns and the Northern Beaches, while afternoon tours include pickups from Cairns only. Float through a scenic mix of calm stretches and gentle flowing sections during approximately 90-minutes of river tubing on a professional-grade twin-chamber tube designed for comfort and stability. As you drift downstream, take in the lush rainforest surroundings, granite boulders, and pristine waterways while cooling off in the refreshing waters of Tropical North Queensland. Perfect for travelers aged 5 years and above, this fun and relaxing experience is ideal for families, couples, solo adventurers, and groups looking to connect with nature and enjoy an unforgettable half-day adventure.

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
7:00 AM and 1:15 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 7
Adult (ages 12–80)
$63
Child (ages 5–11)
$24

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.

Tour Options

Afternoon Tour from Cairns

Afternoon Tour Pickup included

Afternoon Tour Family (2A2C)

Afternoon Tour Pickup included

Morning Tour Family (2A2C)

Rainforest River Tubing: Rainforest River Tubing from Cairns Pickup included

Morning Tour from Cairns

Pickup included

What's included

Included
Safety equipment
Professional guide
Hotel pickup for Morning Tubing from Cairns/Northern Beaches, and Cairns ONLY for Afternoon Tubing
Twin-chamber tube
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Shoe hire (Available for $5 per pair if required)
Tubing Levy

Pickup Locations & Times

Morning Tour: Pick up from limited spots in Cairns and the Northern Beaches. Afternoon Tour: Pick up from limited spots in Cairns ONLY.

Traveller Ratings

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

4.7
748 reviews
5
624
4
63
3
32
2
8
1
21

How it compares in Cairns & the Tropical North

  • No. 19 by number of reviews among 241 tours in Cairns & the Tropical North
  • Starting price $63 is 50% below the typical $127 for tours of similar length in Cairns & the Tropical North

Excurgo comparison of 241 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • Not suitable for anyone who may be pregnant

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Cairns Rainforest River Tubing take?

Cairns Rainforest River Tubing lasts about 4h 30min.

How much does Cairns Rainforest River Tubing cost?

Prices start at $63 per person for this Cairns and the Tropical North experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Cairns Rainforest River Tubing run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM and 1:15 PM.

How much does Cairns Rainforest River Tubing cost for children?

Children aged 5–11 pay from $24, adults from $63.

Can I cancel Cairns Rainforest River Tubing for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. Morning Tour: Pick up from limited spots in Cairns and the Northern Beaches. Afternoon Tour: Pick up from limited spots in Cairns ONLY. Pickup points include Tropic Days Backpackers, Kewarra Beach Resort & Spa.

What languages is Cairns Rainforest River Tubing offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 60 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Cairns Rainforest River Tubing worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 748 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Foaming Fury.

Reviews(748)

Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor

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Leisa_J
October 1, 2026 · via Viator
Fabulous

A gentle and fun activity with fabulous tour guides! A gentle alternative to white water rafting and well worth the money.

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Errin_L
September 26, 2026 · via Viator
Stress free tubing

Nice relaxing tube down the river, lots of fun and the guides helped you whenever you needed it. Loved it!

Operator response

Thanks for the amazing review! We are so glad to hear you enjoyed our Cairns Rainforest River Tubing Tour!

J
Jodi_W
September 19, 2026 · via Viator
Lot of fun, be prepared...

Lot of fun, be prepared as there are no change rooms and getting ready for the experience and dressed after is tricky. If itnis a hot day it wouldn’t be an issue being wet after but later in the afternoon and im cooler weather it is not ideal. Lot of fun though and great activity for everyone. If you have younger children, make sure they are strong swimmers as although the guides are around, we found that they had a lot of people to look after and they aren’t there to babysit

C
Chris_T
September 18, 2026 · via Viator
An option for a rainy day

Friendly guides, lovely location but 50+ tubes floating down a slow moving gentle river meant large numbers of tubes clustered together pushing each other out of the current and flow. Basically too many people to enjoy the experience properly.

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D8683NKnicoleh
September 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Chilled and relaxed

Easy pick up process from Cairns. Our guides Zac, Jack and Kyle were very easy going and helpful to the whole group, nothing was too much trouble. They had great knowledge of the area and made the day relaxing a fun

Operator response

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience on our Rainforest River Tubing! Our team absolutely loves showing off the best of this region, and we’re pumped to hear you enjoyed the adventure. Hope we get to explore more tropical magic with you next time!

K
Kylie_B
September 12, 2026 · via Viator
Awesome afternoon on the...

Awesome afternoon on the river, excellent guides. The whole afternoon ran like clockwork, they had everything well under control. Heaps of fun.

Operator response

Hi Kylie! Huge thanks for the awesome feedback on our Rainforest River Tubing! We’re thrilled you enjoyed your day with us. Cairns is a pretty special place and we love sharing it with travellers like you. Safe travels and come back anytime for round two!

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vickij966
September 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great day out

Great day out such an organised business very well run . Our guided Tina and Jack we amazing so much fun thank you

Operator response

We are thrilled you had a blast on our Rainforest River Tubing! Hope to see you again for round two!

G
Gesine_K
September 5, 2026 · via Viator
Oops - we're doing it again!

We loved the river tubing so much, we've booked again! What a gorgeous experience! We were doing the tubing in September, with low water levels and this was a fun, but relaxing experience. The river was mostly shaded, a perfect place to stay out of the full sun. We enjoyed drifting gentle down stream, listening to birds and admiring the dragonflies. Rosie and the driver were lovely guides! Highly recommended tour🛟

Operator response

Wohoo! We are over the moon that you have decided to come back for round two on our Rainforest River Tubing Tour. Nothing makes us happier than happy adventurers. And we hope you'll return for round three soon!

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Deep_T
August 26, 2026 · via Viator
Lets flip you alll ahah

It was wonderful experience, even if you can’t swim, just in there and just go with flow. The staff is very enthusiastic and encouraging. Thanks Lexie for let us do that flipppp haha. Must to do activity.

Operator response

Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience on our Rainforest River Tubing Tour! Our team absolutely loves showing off the best of this region, and we’re pumped to hear you enjoyed the adventure. Hope we get to explore more tropical magic with you next time!

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Fraser_R
August 22, 2026 · via Viator
Tubbing Fun

Pickup from various locations perfect. Easy filling out of weaver online very easy. Guide explains all safety procedures clear and precise. Now to the fun part, tubbing down the river a well fun experience. Enjoying the experience with all the other people, having a laugh. Water just perfect. What more is their left to say,,, just pure fun fun.

Operator response

Hi Fraser! We’re grinning from ear to ear reading your review! The whole crew puts a lot of heart into creating epic days out, so it means a lot that you had such a great time on our Rainforest River Tubing Tour. Thanks for choosing Cairns Adventure Group — see you for another adventure soon!

$63$70/ person
4.7(748)
Duration4h 30min
LanguagesEN
ConfirmationInstant
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