Cairns is located in the far North of Queensland. Cairns is located very near the Great Barrier Reef and the Altherton Tableland Region. If you’re truly adventurous, Cairns has a topless sunbathing beach. For adrenaline junkies Cairns offers many exciting adventures.
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Here are ten things for you to do to get your heart pumping in Cairns.
White Water River Rafting in Cairns
White water river rafting is an exciting and thrilling way to enjoy Cairn’s waterways.
- Barron River and Russell River White Water Rafting takes you on a half day rafting tour of the Russell or Barron River. Rafting courses range from grades one to four so everyone can have an enjoyable experience. You can also take a full day tour of the rapids of the Barron River.
- Tully River White Water Rafting is a five hour white water rafting experience on a purpose-driven raft. You can also book a full day tour and end your adventure with a BBQ.
- Great Barrier Reef and Tully River White Water Rafting Two Day Package combines the beauty of Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and the thrills of extreme white water rafting on the Tully River.
Extreme Sports Adventures in Cairns
Cairns is home to some of the most exciting and adrenaline pumping extreme sports in the world. You can choose from many packages to get your heart racing.
- Cairns Bungy Tower is located in the lush tropical rainforest near Cairns. Sixteen styles of bungee jumping are offered at the Cairns Bungy Tower. Jump off of the 50 metre tall tower and feel the adrenaline rush.
- Minjiin Jungle Swing adventures are also offered at the Cairns Bungy Tower. The swing is a multi-person swing dropping a thrilling 45 meters in 3.5 seconds. You will reach speeds of up to 120 km/h on your descent.
Skydiving in Cairns
Skydiving is a very popular sport in Cairns. If you’re new to the sport you can take a tandem jump with a qualified instructor.
- Great Barrier Reef and 2 Day Skydive Package starts off with a tour of the Great Barrier Reef on a luxurious catamaran. After a day of sightseeing day two brings a thrilling tandem skydive from 11,000 feet. You also get a personalized photo of your jump for a keepsake.
- The 11,000 foot tandem skydiving experience over Cairns is a thrilling adventure. You can enjoy the scenery on your plane ride to jumping altitude and then experience the thrill of a 40 second free fall before your chute opens.
- The 14,000 foot tandem skydiving experience is for real thrill seekers. Your plane climbs to 14,000 and then you free fall for a full 60 seconds before your chute opens. Both skydiving adventures offer unparalleled views of the tropical North Queensland region.
Hot Air Ballooning in Cairns
Hot air ballooning is one of the most popular activities in the Cairns area. You have the choice of three packages to choose from for your hot air ballooning adventure. All three include door to door transportation to and from the ballooning site.
- The 30 minute tour is perfect for a taste of hot air ballooning. You will sail over the lush tropical forests of the Cairns area.For a longer ride consider the 60 minute tour. This ride lets you experience even more of the beauty of the Cairn area.
- For the ultimate in ballooning adventures book the luxury hot air balloon package. This package a one hour balloon ride complete with a champagne breakfast. You are transported to and from your adventure in a luxury limo.
Cairns offers thrill seekers every level of adventure. Whether you can the thrill of dropping from a plane or a bungee rope, you can find packages to fit every level of adventure and budget. To experience Cairns from the air book a ride on one of the many majestic hot air balloons. Cairns has something for everyone, and you can find your adrenaline fix with a holiday in this tropical paradise.
Krista works for Adrenalin and contributes articles on various topics such as adventure travel, tech gifts and so on for Adrenalin.
