• On our Behana Gorge canyoning tours from Cairns you will be enchanted by the stunning rainforests and crystal clear waters on this action-packed rainforest tour
• Get ready to slide across boulders, abseil down cliffs, swim under waterfalls, snorkel in crystal clear waters and go yabby hunting at Behana Gorge just outside Cairns
• Our Behana Gorge canyoning tour is heaven for outdoor enthusiasts and adrenaline junkies as you jump and slide around the boulders in the canyon.

Our Behana Gorge canyoning tour is a 100% eco-friendly rainforest adrenaline tour that has you canyoning, cliff-jumping, abseiling and rock sliding down the crystal-clear waters of Behana Creek as it flows down the beautiful Behana Gorge.

What to Expect

Behana Gorge Canyoning Adventure

Immerse yourself in a 100% eco-friendly rainforest adrenaline tour at Behana Gorge.
This small group tour, limited to 22 guests, offers an exhilarating experience with canyoning, cliff-jumping, abseiling, and rock sliding through the pristine waters of Behana Creek.
Departing from Cairns, you’ll be guided by certified canyoning experts who ensure your safety while you soak in the stunning views of Behana Gorge.

Safety and Guidance

Your experienced guides will assist you throughout the tour, ensuring you feel comfortable and safe as you navigate the gorge.
They foster a sense of camaraderie among the group, making everyone feel like part of the Behana Gorge tour family.
The canyoning adventure begins with exclusive access to the top waterfalls via a private road, saving you a lengthy walk and providing more time for fun.

Features and Highlights

Abseiling at Behana Gorge

• Experience the thrill of abseiling down rocky cliffs, secured by harnesses and ropes.
  This controlled descent allows you to conquer your fears while enjoying the breathtaking surroundings.
  Used by professionals to reach inaccessible areas, abseiling on this tour lets you safely navigate the vertical rock walls of Behana Gorge.
  Expect up to two abseils during your adventure.

Rock Jumping

• Feel the rush of adrenaline as you leap from cliffs into deep pools below.
  With opportunities for up to three jumps, including a thrilling 12-meter leap, this activity is perfect for thrill-seekers.
  If jumping seems too extreme, you can opt to walk around, but the exhilaration and group cheers make it a memorable experience.
  Guides will capture action shots along the way, so you can relive the excitement later.

Rock Sliding

• Behana Gorge’s natural waterslides are formed by smooth, polished rocks, offering a fun and unique way to descend into the pools below.
  Slide down these natural formations and enjoy the ride.
  Depending on the weather, you can experience up to two rock slides, making it an enjoyable activity for both kids and adults.

Swimming

• Take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear plunge pools of Behana Creek.
  Depending on weather conditions, you’ll have access to up to two plunge pools and one water chute.
  Float leisurely in the pristine waters, observing the local aquatic life such as yabbies, fish, and eels.
  This swim provides a relaxing interlude amidst the adrenaline-pumping activities.

Additional Adventures

• For more excitement, explore our Crystal Cascades canyoning tour, featuring abseiling, cliff jumping, rock sliding, zip lining, and swimming in fresh mountain waters.

Booking Information

Our Behana Gorge tours are popular and fill up quickly, so be sure to book early to secure your spot.
Enjoy the ultimate rainforest adventure in Cairns and Far North Queensland with activities designed for all levels of thrill-seekers. 

See all adrenaline thrill adventures on offer in Cairns, Mission Beach and Whitsundays.

Behana Gorge - Abseiling

Conquer your fears and experience the rush of abseiling as you drop backwards over a rocky cliff with nothing but a rope and harness connecting you to safety.

Abseiling involves descending in a controlled way down a vertical or near-vertical rock wall or surface using ropes.

Abseiling is used by rope-access technicians and emergency services personelle to access otherwise unreachable areas, and on this tour you’ll  be using the same technique to safely but funly make your way down the beautiful Behana Gorge.

Up to 2 abseils.

Behana Gorge - Rock Jumps

Along the way there are plenty of opportunities for small or large jumps from the cliffs down into the deep pools of Behana Gorge.

If this sounds a little too extreme for you there are opportunities to walk around but you won’t regret the thrill of jumping from the top of a waterfall as the rest of the tour group cheers you on!

The guides get photos of everything along the way so you can show your friends back home the action-shot of you in mid-air!

Up to 3 rock jumps with the hhighest being 12 metres.

Behana Gorge - Rockslides

The flow of water down Behana Gorge has created polished-smooth rocks that act like giant natural waterslides in the middle of the rainforest.

You can slip and slide your way down the rocks into the pools below – heaps of fun for kids or adults!

There are up to 2 rockslides depending on the weather.

Behana Gorge - Swimming

As you canyon down the creek there will be up to two plunge pools (weather dependant) and one water churte for you to enjoy a refreshing dip.

A truly memorable rainforest experience!

Taking advantage of the crystal-clear waters of Behana Creek, you can float around lazily spotting yabbies, fish and eels.

Our Behana Gorge tours are small group tours so you need to book your spot early!

Check out our Crystal Cascades canyoning tour where you can enjoy more abseiling, cliff jumping, rock sliding, zip lining and swimming in the fresh mountain waters.

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

• Departs 6.30am - Returns 11.30am
• Departs 10.00am - Returns 3.00pm
• Departs 12.00pm - Returns 5.00pm

Departure Instructions

Check In / Start Tour Location: 58 Grafton Street, Benson Hotel, Cairns CBD, QLD 4870

Destinations

• Cairns
• Behana Gorge

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

7 days a week except Xmas day and New Years day
This tour is subject to weather conditions
This tour is subject to minimum numbers to run, to guarantee the departure you’ll need to either pay for the minimum number of pax or you can request a private charter

Duration

Allow up to 5.5 hours

Available for Purchase / Hire

• Shoe Hire - $10 per person - To be organised at least 72hrs prior to tour commencing - payable on day of travel
• Transfers to/from Cairns City accommodations can be organised organised at least 72hrs prior to tour commencing, otherwise meeting point / check in is at Allbout Cairns, 58 Grafton St, Cairns City 4870 - $15 per person - payable on day of travel
• Photos - $45 per person if prebooked at least 72 hours prior to tour commencing or $55 on the day - payable on day of travel
• Video Camera (6 hours) $75 - To be organised at least 72hrs prior to tour commencing

Fitness Level Required

Active

Restrictions

• Waivers are emailed to the customer and required to be filled out prior to tour commencing
• Age: Guests under 16 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Behana Canyon has a minimum age of 8 years or older, everything on this course is optional. Crystal Canyon has a minimum age of 12 years or older, majority of this course is not optional.
• Pregnancy: Not allowed during any stage of your pregnancy.
• Fitness Levels: We accept your challenge to cater to everyone’s pace, size & ability.
• Swimming Levels: Guests need to have a very basic level of confidence to manovere in the water.
• Medical Conditions: 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.
• Water levels affects the running of this tour; if the water levels are not sufficient on day of travel your tour will run from Crystal Cascades
• No Alcohol – (Zero 0 tolerance towards alcohol &/or drug abuse)

Weight: Up to 125 Kg / 276 Lb

• BYO food – Snacks
• Swimmers, boardies, cozzies, bikinis, rash top (Optional)
• Towel, Sunnies & Sunscreen
• Closed toed shoes (runners) & socks
• Comfy sandals or flip flops
• 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

• Minimum age 8
• Child price applies to children age 8 to 11
• Adult price applies to children 12+