About the Tour
Tully River Rafting is one of Tropical North Queensland’s great adventure experiences, taking guests through the spectacular Tully Gorge in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. The tour tackles exciting Grade 3 and 4 rapids, with professional river guides, full training and all rafting equipment provided. The Tully River is widely promoted as Australia’s best rafting river and hosted the 2019 World Rafting Championships.
This full-day adventure operates with departures from Cairns, Mission Beach and Tully, with timings linked to Kareeya Hydro water releases. Current operator information notes the tour runs for around 12 hours from Cairns, includes return transfers where selected, all training and equipment, and one meal.
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Why You Will Love It
• Paddle through the dramatic Tully Gorge, surrounded by rainforest-covered mountains.
• Experience exciting Grade 3–4 white water rapids with professional guides.
• Visit one of Australia’s most famous rafting rivers.
• Enjoy a full-day adventure that feels active, wild and memorable.
• No previous rafting experience is required.
• See a beautiful part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
• Finish the day with a well-earned meal and stories from the river.
Who This Tour Is Perfect For
• Adventurous travellers visiting Cairns, Mission Beach or Tully.
• Guests who want a full-day rainforest and river experience.
• First-time rafters with good swimming ability.
• Groups of friends looking for a high-energy day out.
• Active couples wanting something more exciting than a standard sightseeing tour.
• Backpackers and solo travellers who enjoy shared adventure experiences.
• Visitors who want to experience one of Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic adventure tours.
Conclusion
Tully River Rafting is a powerful, scenic and genuinely memorable Tropical North Queensland adventure. With expert guides, Grade 3–4 rapids, World Heritage rainforest and a full-day itinerary, this tour is ideal for travellers who want to add excitement, nature and achievement to their Cairns or Mission Beach holiday.
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• Book Tully River Rafting today and experience one of Australia’s best white water adventures.
Highlights
Highlights
• Full-day white water rafting adventure.
• Grade 3–4 rapids on the Tully River.
• Professional river guides and safety briefing.
• World Heritage rainforest scenery.
• Departures from Cairns, Mission Beach or Tully.
• All rafting equipment and training included.
• Meal included after rafting
Itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Full-Day Itinerary
Pick-up and Scenic Drive
Start with pick-up from Cairns or Mission Beach, or meet the group in Tully if self-driving. The drive travels south through Tropical North Queensland scenery towards Tully Gorge.
Meet at Tully and Prepare for the River
Self-drive guests meet at the Golden Gumboot in Tully before continuing towards the river. Guests are fitted with rafting gear before meeting their river guide.
Safety Briefing and Paddle Training
Your guide provides rafting instructions, safety information and paddling techniques before launching onto the river.
Raft the Tully River
Spend the afternoon rafting the Tully River, tackling Grade 3–4 rapids through a spectacular gorge surrounded by rainforest.
Change and Dinner
After rafting, change into dry clothes and continue to a country pub-style meal, with time to view photos and share stories from the river.
Return Transfers
Relax on the return transfer to Mission Beach or Cairns.
Included
What’s Included
• Return transfers when selected.
• Professional river guides.
• Safety briefing and rafting training.
• Rafting equipment.
• Grade 3–4 white water rafting experience.
• One meal.
• River levy included in current published operator rates.
Optional Extras
Optional Extras
• Digital action photos.
• Shoe hire if required.
• Additional refreshments.
What to bring
What to Bring
• Swimwear worn under clothes.
• Towel.
• Change of dry clothes.
• Secure shoes with heel strap.
• Voucher or booking confirmation.
• Money/card for photos, refreshments or shoe hire.
• In cooler months, a long-sleeved rash top or thermal layer.
• In October to December, strong insect repellent is recommended due to March flies.
How to get there
How to Get There
Guests can choose from Cairns transfers, Mission Beach transfers or self-drive to Tully. Self-drive guests currently meet at the Golden Gumboot in Tully, with times confirmed by the operator.
Important Information
Important Information
• Minimum age is 13 years.
• Guests under 18 must travel with an adult or guardian.
• Competent swimming ability is required.
• Guests must be able to understand and follow guide instructions in English.
• Not suitable for pregnant guests.
• Not suitable for guests under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Guests with medical concerns should speak with the operator before booking.
• Itinerary times may change due to weather, water levels and hydro release schedules.
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