Tully River Full-Day Rafting: Cairns, Mission Beach or Self-Drive
Overview
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 Grade 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.
River Levy: $35AUD per person is payable on the day of travel
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What's Included
✓ 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
✗ Not Included
- Shoe hire or sunglass straps ($5pp if required)
- Photo package (available for purchase)
- Rafting Levy
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Good to Know
- 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.
- Not suitable for suitable for pregnant travelers
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Special Instructions
You must call 07 4042 7300 24-48 hours prior to travel to confirm your pickup time and location.
You will be required to bring:
• Shoes with a secure heel strap (Shoe hire is available for $5 per pair) - no thongs, slides.
• Swimwear
• A towel
• Change of clothes
• Waterproof sunscreen/insect repellent
AUD 35.00 per person River Levy to pay on board
Hotel pickups from Cairns or Mission Beach (If option has been selected) commence prior to the start time. You are required to contact the local service provider 24-48 hours prior to your tour to verify your exact pickup time.