• Experience the thrill of Cairns with our two adrenaline-packed water tours in the one day to get your heart racing.
• Morning: If you're a thrill-seeker who craves speed and excitement, with a heart-pounding, white-knuckle jet boat ride, then Bad Fishy is the perfect choice for you.
• Afternoon: A thrilling adventure through the stunning Barron Gorge National Park, spending up to 2 hours white water rafting its exhilarating grade 2-3 rapids alongside a knowledgeable guide.

Experience an adrenaline rush with a thrilling jet boat ride through Cairns' Trinity Inlet. Then, in the afternoon, an exciting white-water rafting adventure on the Barron River, spending up to 2 hours riding the rapids in Barron Gorge National Park.

What to Expect

Book yourself on a day filled with thrills, spills and natural beauty in Cairns with our combo package tour deal of jet boating and white-water rafting. This combo package tour offers a unique way to experience the excitement of Trinity Inlet and the scenic grandeur of Barron Gorge National Park through two distinct and adrenaline-pumping activities in the city of Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.

Features and Highlights

Jet Boating in Cairns

Thrilling Rides:

• Launch your day with the 'Bad Fishy' jet boat experience, offering 35 minutes of high-speed manoeuvres including spins and slides, all while exploring the scenic waters of Trinity Inlet. Look out crocodiles because here we come.

Scenic Views and Wildlife:

• As your jet boat zips across the water, enjoy the stunning views of Cairns waterfront and keep an eye out for local wildlife, including the elusive crocodiles among the mangroves.

Expert Guidance:

• Each jet boat tour is led by a skilled captain who ensures a safe yet thrilling experience, sharing interesting anecdotes about the local ecosystem and history.

Photo Opportunities:

• Capture your adventure with optional photo and video packages, perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Barron River White Water Rafting

Stunning Location:

• Just a short drive from Cairns, Barron Gorge National Park offers a dramatic backdrop with its lush rainforest, steep cliffs, and the iconic Barron Falls.

Exhilarating White Water Rafting:

• Tackle the Barron River on a half-day white water rafting tour, navigating through grade 3 rapids that provide a thrilling yet manageable challenge for rafters of all experience levels.

Professional Rafting Guides:

• Accompanied by expert white water rafting guides, raft in groups of up to seven passengers, ensuring personalised attention and an informative experience.

Consistent Conditions:

•  The Barron River offers reliable water levels year-round, making it an ideal spot for white-water rafting any time you visit.

Additional Information

Safety First:

• All activities are conducted with the highest safety standards. Participants for the jet boat must be taller than 1.1 meters.

Accessibility:

•  The starting point for the jet boat ride is conveniently located at Cairns Marlin Marina, easily accessible from the city.

More Adventures:

•  Interested in more adrenaline-filled activities? Explore other exciting tours available in Cairns, perfect for adventure seekers.

Whether you're a thrill-seeker or just looking to experience Cairns from a unique perspective, this combination of jet boating and white-water rafting offers a perfect blend of excitement and natural beauty.

View all the great combo package tours in Cairns and Port Douglas.

Jet Boating Adventure

For the ultimate cool-down in Cairns, hop aboard Bad Fishy 10:30 or 11:30 departure from Cairns Marlin Marina for a thrilling 35-minute jet boat ride around Trinity Inlet and the Cairns waterfront. Get ready for spins, slides, and plenty of smiles as you plunge into this wild adventure in a stunning natural setting. Led by a local captain who expertly maneuvers the boat with safety as the top priority, you'll be immersed in fun without compromise. Along the journey, the captain will share fascinating insights about Cairns and its waterways. Keep your eyes peeled for crocodiles, navigate through mangrove channels, and experience adrenaline-pumping speeds on this multi-award-winning escapade. Plus, capture the excitement with awesome photos and videos available for purchase afterward.

Suitable for adventurers taller than 1.1m.

 

Barron River Rafting

Just a 20-minute drive from the heart of Cairns lies the stunning Barron Gorge National Park. Renowned for its rugged rainforest-clad mountains, sheer cliffs, the impressive Barron Falls, and the breathtaking Barron Gorge, sculpted over millennia by the mighty Barron River.

The Barron River Half Day Tour departing Cairns approximately 2pm offers an incredible introduction to White Water Rafting. Experience up to two hours of rafting on exhilarating grade 3 rapids.

Our rafts accommodate up to seven passengers along with your expert river guide. No prior experience is required.

Let our guides keep you entertained as you navigate this spectacular river, promising consistent water levels throughout the year!

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

• Jetboating 10.30am, 11.30am
• Afternoon Barron River Rafting 2pm - 5.30pm

Pickup Locations

• Cairns
• Cairns Northern Beaches

• No transfers are available for Bad Fishing Jetboating - Make own way to Cairns Marina
• Hotel pick up only available for white water rafting

Destinations

Cairns

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

Jetboating - 35 Minute Jet Boat Ride (50 Minutes including check in)
Barron River Rafting - 4 Hours in total (2 hours rafting)

Fitness Level Required

Medium

Additional Information

Pay on board: rafting levy of  $30 per person

• Bring your tour voucher and POB levy (payment cash or credit card)
• Bring a large towel, change of clothes, water resistant sunscreen

• Regardless of age you must be taller than 1.1M to jet boat
• Minimum age for rafting is 12 years