Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Tropical North Waterfront March 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Tropical North Waterfront](https://expedia.co.uk/Tropical-North-Waterfront-Hotels.d553248635975861038.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Tropical North Waterfront Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Tropical-North-Waterfront.d553248635975861038.Car-Hire-Guide)[Tropical North Waterfront Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Tropical-North-Waterfront.d553248635975861038.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Tropical North Waterfront ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Tropical North Waterfront Types of activities [Tropical North Waterfront travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Tropical-North-Waterfront.dx553248635975861038) ![The lagoon in Cairns in awesome!! Free to swim, lounge, nice view of the ocean... cute shops around... o and free wifi! Great way to spend a relaxing day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/44c7b67c-5e8e-4d6b-873d-7e7060d58f94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The lagoon in Cairns in awesome!! Free to swim, lounge, nice view of the ocean... cute shops around... o and free wifi! Great way to spend a relaxing day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/44c7b67c-5e8e-4d6b-873d-7e7060d58f94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Book a harbour view apartment with Cairns Luxury Apartments and you'll be able to see your reef boat from your bedroom! You can't get more centrally located than this. www.cairnsluxuryapartments.com.au](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/87167178-da29-4cd1-9c54-b63c3389844d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The beaches around Cairns might not be the best, but a short boat ride out to sea and you could be relaxing in the crystal clear waters of Michaelmas Cay. Bliss! #waterlust #colorful www.cheskiesgaplife.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/1a4d9574-c1a4-4bf1-af52-5dfe11ce5c2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Want to spot a turtle? A trip to Green Island will pretty much guarantee you a sighting! Just don't expect the best coral for snorkelling, but that's a trade off if you can bag a selfie like this... #waterlust www.cheskiesgaplife.com #colorful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55316/93b8dee7-c6b8-42d3-a4bb-9a5427886bc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Tropical North Waterfront Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Tropical North Waterfront has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Tropical North Waterfront, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Tropical North Waterfront with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Tropical North Waterfront Tropical North Waterfront is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Tropical North Waterfront, and make it a breeze to explore Tropical North Waterfront and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Tropical North Waterfront to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Tropical North Waterfront, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Tropical North Waterfront. #### Tropical North Waterfront attractions Tropical North Waterfront has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Tropical North Waterfront to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Tropical North Waterfront. Looking for things to do in Tropical North Waterfront can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Tropical North Waterfront ### Tours & day trips [See all 145 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/184517/f5767318-deaf-4e2d-823e-1896914bc386.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise 6h+ 8.6/10 177 verified reviews Free cancellation available £57 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a184517.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/809210/bcf9d7af-3723-4dfe-a966-f01769cd106f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Quicksilver Great Barrier Reef Agincourt Reef Cruise 6h 30m 9.4/10 47 verified reviews Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/quicksilver-great-barrier-reef-agincourt-reef-cruise.a809210.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/730507/c7e21924-c616-42aa-b7d3-b9a898eb0d5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise 9h 9.8/10 952 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £133 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/426730/0ffdabbf-a06e-4503-8177-bf31dfb56b12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour 9h 9.6/10 153 verified reviews Free cancellation available £140 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkelling-tour.a426730.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/343308/e2f721bd-cd25-4e56-a05b-884d0b45322d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour 6h 45m 8.6/10 8 verified reviews Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-kuranda-skyrail-rail-tour.a343308.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/343300/7040579a-2675-4c13-ad73-6c46e8bf8f48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour 8h 30m 9.6/10 7 verified reviews Free cancellation available £152 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-rainforestation-tour.a343300.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/395998/4b3c7a72-1bcf-45f0-814a-aff95c30b04d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day 3h 30m+ 8.8/10 43 verified reviews Free cancellation available £51 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4231150/655d9bd4-21f4-4c26-b55c-5a7743b2f710.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets 7h 45m 9.8/10 11 verified reviews Free cancellation available £145 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-skyrail-includi.a4231150.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/233781/b31957da-42da-4d05-8bb7-a4c4328a1ed2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cape Tribulation & Daintree Wilderness Tour with River Cruise (TCT) 12h 9.2/10 25 verified reviews Free cancellation available £134 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cape-tribulation-daintree-wilderness-tour-with-river-cruise-tct.a233781.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/807392/0285d145-1551-4804-90c9-16c038556970.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Silverswift Dive & Snorkel Cruise 8h 30m 10/10 5 verified reviews Free cancellation available £156 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/silverswift-dive-snorkel-adventure.a807392.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 34 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/343308/e2f721bd-cd25-4e56-a05b-884d0b45322d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Kuranda Skyrail & Rail Tour 6h 45m 8.6/10 8 verified reviews Free cancellation available £110 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-kuranda-skyrail-rail-tour.a343308.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/343300/7040579a-2675-4c13-ad73-6c46e8bf8f48.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Rainforestation Tour 8h 30m 9.6/10 7 verified reviews Free cancellation available £152 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-rainforestation-tour.a343300.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/233771/707171de-bd7f-445b-a3b8-0407e28516db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kuranda Rainforestation Nature Park: Culture & Wildlife Tour (R1) 9h 45m 9.2/10 12 verified reviews Free cancellation available £63 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforestation-nature-park-rainforest-culture-wildlife-tour.a233771.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5089588/a633c890-ae4e-4781-b9dc-bf4a25948cec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Port Douglas: Kuranda via Scenic Rail or Skyrail Option 8h+ 9.6/10 114 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-port-douglas-kuranda-scenic-railway-and-palm-cove-tour.a5089588.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Reef Magic - Outer Great Barrier Reef Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/184860/4b36237e-5cfe-421c-93b8-24f41bce2fc4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Reef Magic - Outer Great Barrier Reef Experience 8h 9/10 62 verified reviews Free cancellation available £166 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/marine-world-cruise-outer-great-barrier-reef-experience.a184860.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/190067/7a5c314d-250e-45b2-ba6a-66c6668e8d5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour 11h 20m 9.4/10 35 verified reviews Free cancellation available £125 includes taxes & fees per traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/daintree-rainforest-cape-tribulation-day-tour.a190067.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/233797/305d2559-72b8-41a0-817e-39fc38c6b158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Rainforestation Nature Park & Kuranda Scenic Railway Tour (R1BT) 9h 9.2/10 16 verified reviews Free cancellation available £97 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/rainforestation-nature-park-kuranda-scenic-railway-tour-r1bt.a233797.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2138634/25b7afbe-30eb-491a-9fad-52246636f963.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Chillagoe Caves and Outback Day Trip from Cairns 11h 30m 9.6/10 64 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £126 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/chillagoe-caves-and-outback-day-trip-from-cairns.a2138634.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5201659/d7c554fc-5561-44dc-86cc-3f5469b424f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour 9h 9.6/10 121 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £136 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-green-island-great-barrier-reef-sailing-tour.a5201659.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns Sunset Cruise with Indigenous Culture and Canapes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50125385/841c7d60-9d3d-462a-81ca-13faffd68113.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns Sunset Cruise with Indigenous Culture and Canapes 2h Free cancellation available £52 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-sunset-cruise-with-indigenous-culture-and-canapes.a50125385.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 22 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4596181/cdba5e8e-810f-4fb1-ae8a-f9af98360e33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Daintree Rainforest Wildlife Experience Cruise 1h 9.8/10 76 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-daintree-rainforest-wildlife-experience-cruise.a4596181.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns: 2-Day Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Boat Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5203764/a0f63504-800a-4dff-982e-42365f94f20f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: 2-Day Great Barrier Reef Dive and Snorkel Boat Trip 2d 9.8/10 22 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £347 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a5203764.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Full Day White Water Rafting From Cairns or Mission Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44642997/4b1c8c57-4a2c-4356-a076-6a431e4c46c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day White Water Rafting From Cairns or Mission Beach 6h 30m+ 9.8/10 55 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tully-river-guided-rafting-trip-with-gear-lunch-or-dinner.a44642997.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5201659/d7c554fc-5561-44dc-86cc-3f5469b424f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Sailing Tour 9h 9.6/10 121 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £136 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-green-island-great-barrier-reef-sailing-tour.a5201659.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns: Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge & Daintree Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46486803/ed3f1241-b914-4ff2-8eb1-af426df0fc41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge & Daintree Day Tour 12h 9.4/10 171 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £143 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/premium-daintree-mossman-gorge-cape-tribulation-day-tour.a46486803.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5203062/b05faa18-c890-4c25-ad87-288f6584d349.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Outer and Coral Cay Snorkel and Dive Cruise 9h+ 9.8/10 377 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £136 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-outer-and-coral-cay-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a5203062.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Atherton Tablelands: Lakes, Waterfalls, Rainforest Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46742678/668ee8b5-cc00-4915-a37a-b78acead7b8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Atherton Tablelands: Lakes, Waterfalls, Rainforest Day Tour 10h 9.6/10 26 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/atherton-tablelands-lakes-waterfalls-rainforest-day-tour.a46742678.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns Pub & Club Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2208786/26b90e53-3215-4ab0-83d6-a195c4b27ccc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns Pub & Club Tour 7h 9.4/10 9 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-pub-club-tour.a2208786.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns: Sunset River Cruise with Snack and Drinks](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47986412/c5981896-274d-4804-bab7-013c8892084c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Sunset River Cruise with Snack and Drinks 1h 30m 9.8/10 35 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £37 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-sunset-river-cruise-with-snack-and-drinks.a47986412.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns: Night at the Aquarium Guided Tour & 2 Course Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47998452/13a558c6-e3dc-4a9d-a9c9-314b61e1b092.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Night at the Aquarium Guided Tour & 2 Course Dinner 2h 9.6/10 25 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-night-at-the-aquarium-guided-tour-2-course-dinner.a47998452.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ### Air, helicopter & balloon tours [See all 17 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&filter.categories=AirHelicopterBalloonTours) ![Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/428695/fc02908e-9704-419d-bacd-5c2dd6f4e614.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef & Helicopter Package 9h 7.8/10 24 verified reviews Free cancellation available £208 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-helicopter-package.a428695.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/481277/b2d6ea13-2b87-4ced-a319-b7f99e19b6ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Reef Magic Experience & Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Flight 8h 9.6/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available £259 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/marine-world-experience-great-barrier-reef-helicopter-flight.a481277.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3890139/b37c8642-81c2-44ac-9fc2-f78f7ec71fc7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Northern Beaches near Cairns 6h Free cancellation available £261 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hot-air-ballooning-tour-from-northern-beaches-near-cairns.a3890139.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Inner Reef Explorer - 30 minute Reef Scenic Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4958347/1d032315-22da-4c75-9dd3-4b3e6408d903.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Inner Reef Explorer - 30 minute Reef Scenic Flight 30m 10/10 10 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £219 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/inner-reef-explorer-30-min-reef-scenic-private-flight.a4958347.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/258976/19e77764-5fd4-4488-81b2-a61bdfac18f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Deluxe Reef & Rainforest Scenic Helicopter Flight 1h Free cancellation available £474 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/deluxe-reef-rainforest-scenic-helicopter-flight.a258976.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![From Cairns: Tandem Skydive Experience over Mission Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50460805/38ad9df1-a020-4f65-9236-b4ac48a17577.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Cairns: Tandem Skydive Experience over Mission Beach 1d 10/10 2 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £184 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/from-cairns-tandem-skydive-experience-over-mission-beach.a50460805.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon Ochre](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50810569/308e300c-8c2d-426d-877f-f474af3e55ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon Ochre 6h Free cancellation available £292 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-classic-hot-air-balloon-ochre.a50810569.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5140269/4a8eccd6-86e1-41b8-ab16-414da9c851bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Outer Reef Odyssey - 40 minute Reef Scenic Flight 40m 10/10 14 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £276 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/40-mins-reef-scenic-flight-at-outer-reef-in-odyssey.a5140269.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon + Lemoncello](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50687123/66386f36-6869-4e81-99f2-0c39975aa533.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns Classic Hot Air Balloon + Lemoncello 6h Free cancellation available £292 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-classic-hot-air-balloon-lemoncello.a50687123.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47035623/385b1259-f1e8-4bc1-9711-bec745223e2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Reef Rainforest Fusion - 45 Minute Reef and Rainforest Flight 1h 10m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £303 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/reef-rainforest-fusion-45-minute-reef-and-rainforest-flight.a47035623.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/search?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48808872/85bd16dd-e3b3-44a7-801c-3069aa02ef8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cairns: Koalas and Creatures Entry Ticket 3.4/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available £11 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cairns-koalas-creatures-entry.a48808872.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/727927/abf0f950-8b9c-4b10-a7bc-95f4fee77e4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket 1d 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available £8 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/skip-the-line-cairns-museum-single-admission-ticket.a727927.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/190087/763f525c-20e5-4de0-9b2e-182f025b6f7e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hartley's Crocodile Adventures Half-Day Tour 6h 20m 9.8/10 15 verified reviews Free cancellation available £66 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hartleys-crocodile-adventures-half-day-tour.a190087.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Rail](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45983307/21002539-a8db-4194-8ab4-3248e9b7d914.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Kuranda Skyrail & Scenic Rail 9h Free cancellation available £129 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/null.a45983307.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Night at the Aquarium Tour & 2 Course Dinner](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1408367/759a9bf0-fdae-4b24-8101-64e6b49351d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Night at the Aquarium Tour & 2 Course Dinner 1h 30m Free cancellation available £76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/night-at-the-aquarium-tour-2-course-dinner.a1408367.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) ![Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46941177/f3faa9ff-78a3-4a25-99d5-fe9dc38ecdcf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Australian Armour & Artillery Museum with Transfers - Half Day PM 4h Free cancellation available £55 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/australian-armour-artillery-museum-with-transfers-half-day-pm.a46941177.activity-details?&rid=553248635975861038&location=Tropical+North+Waterfront&swp=off) 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975861038) ## Recommended things to do in Tropical North Waterfront | Number of things to do | 180 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Skip the Line: Cairns Museum Single Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/skip-the-line-cairns-museum-single-admission-ticket.a727927.activity-details): £8 | | Top 5 things to do | [Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a184517.activity-details)[Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details)[Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkelling-tour.a426730.activity-details)[Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise](/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.activity-details)[Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/half-day-green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a292431.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details)[Cairns Aquarium General Admission and Turtle Hospital Tour](/things-to-do/cairns-aquarium-general-admission-and-turtle-hospital-tour.a46972183.activity-details)[Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Admission](/things-to-do/australian-butterfly-sanctuary-admission.a260651.activity-details)[Port Douglas: Shaolin Seafood Lunch Sail, with Fresh Prawns](/things-to-do/port-douglas-shaolin-seafood-lunch-sail-with-fresh-prawns.a47790317.activity-details)[Cairns Tomb Of The Pharaohs General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/cairns-tomb-of-the-pharaohs-general-admission-ticket.a50879719.activity-details) | | With kids | [Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a184517.activity-details)[Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details)[Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkelling-tour.a426730.activity-details)[Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise](/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.activity-details)[Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise](/things-to-do/half-day-green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a292431.activity-details) | ## What to do in Tropical North Waterfront --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Attraction) ![Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061139/574cc203-78ff-4692-8a72-d7f7b2caeb98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Cove Beach Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Attraction) ![One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/326c5b35-009e-425f-a91d-03f0ccba2866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Central Shopping Centre During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Central-Shopping-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6127783.Attraction) ![Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/f40dd38e-4c9a-458d-b599-d7304acca1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Marlin Marina Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.Attraction) ![Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160844/23460ff6-d7ca-4925-8661-1a4a85bf78bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Esplanade Lagoon Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Attraction) ![Cairns Convention Centre, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061117/6e2bca82-0c8b-4512-bd5f-afa4b0717cff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Convention Centre Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Convention-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061117.Attraction) ![Cairns Night Markets showing markets as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526972740/9e3dc67c-4565-4bdb-9ce2-6cb07e1be7af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Night Markets During your trip to Tropical North Waterfront, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Cairns Night Markets. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Night-Markets-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248621526972740.Attraction) ![Clifton Beach showing a garden and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220518/980b947a-cdba-4c5e-8cd6-24259f20c541.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Clifton Beach This quiet beach north of Cairns offers long stretches of white sand and clear water. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Clifton-Beach-Clifton-Beach.d6220518.Attraction) ![Skyrail Rainforest Cableway featuring rainforest and forest scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061143/3cd756f6-6a27-46bd-9003-987a2c5fb5e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station Soar above the treetops of the rain forest, gorges and mountains of North Queensland in a glass-enclosed cable car. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Skyrail-Rainforest-Cableway-Station-Smithfield.d6061143.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Tropical North Waterfront ![If you're looking for an inexpensive but lovely way to spend an evening then hop on a sunset cruise with Cairns Harbour Cruises. At only $44 it's worth it to see the sun setting behind the mountains. #goldenhour www.cheskiesgaplife.com/a-delightful-evening-the-cairns-sunset-cruise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/b2befd72-0565-4d83-b721-253378b1e38c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Portsmith ![Skyrail Rainforest Cableway which includes rainforest and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061143/ea5b8af8-662c-4964-a3f5-1a4f38339618.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cairns ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Tropical North Waterfront worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Tropical North Waterfront? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Tropical North Waterfront? ### Is three days enough to stay in Tropical North Waterfront? ### Is Tropical North Waterfront a walkable neighbourhood? ### What are some activities to do in Tropical North Waterfront with kids? > - [Big Cat Green Island - Great Barrier Reef Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a184517.activity-details) > - [Fitzroy Island Adventures - Full Day or Half Day](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fitzroy-island-adventures-full-day-or-half-day.a395998.activity-details) > - [Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkelling Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkelling-tour.a426730.activity-details) > - [Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.activity-details) > - [Big Cat Green Island - Half-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-green-island-great-barrier-reef-cruise.a292431.activity-details) ### What to do in Tropical North Waterfront for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Tropical North Waterfront? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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