Island and Rainforest with Sailing (Start Cairns)(Multi Share,Start Cairns, End Whitsundays)


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- Swim in a local waterhole
- Mangrove boardwalk with our expert guide
- Visit the resort town of Port Douglas
- Pass through Tully, home to Australia's best whitewater rafting
- Pass Hinchinbrook Island - Australia's largest island national park
- See Magnetic Island
- Townsville city orientation
- Relax on the famous white sands of Whitehaven Beach
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Today we hit the open road and pay a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage listed Cape Tribulation and the Daintree Rainforest, meeting up with a local Aboriginal guide to walk through the rainforest and learn about the culture and traditions of the native people. Want a little adventure in the treetops of the Daintree? Why not experience ziplining through the canopy?
Rise & shine – Cape Tribulation beach is calling, and we’ve got some giant mangroves to explore with our local guide. Nature fix complete, we’ll make our way back to Cairns, passing through the pretty seaside town of Port Douglas on route. Tonight will be the cha...
Well good morning Cairns you delightful palm tree paradise. We have two days here to get deep - which may even mean a scuba dive on one of the 7 natural wonders of the world. You game?
Today is all about ticking off those once in a lifetime bucket list experiences. Think you’ve got what it takes to bungy jump or go whitewater rafting? Prove it – we’ve got optionals lined up that will get your head spinning with adrenaline. #NOREGRETS yo!
Arrive Whitsundays and jump on board the yacht.Swim, snorkel, eat & repeat is pretty much today’s vibe as we make our way around the 74 islands that make up the Whitsundays. Do as much or as little as you want – help the crew wince the sails, snorkel some of the b...
Ready for some coach time fun? Damn right you are when your end destination is the Whitsundays. Bring it! Tropical Townsville never fails to impress with its Colonial buildings and checkered maritime history. We'll get orientated with the city and grab some lunch befo...
You could stay snuggled up in your cabin with the crew, but really, why not wake up, head to the bow to catch that last Aussie sunrise up on deck. Nothing like breathing in that salty sea air to bring back the memories of an incredible trip. After a final breakfast to...
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Leah Collard
Apr 2025
European Highlights
AMAZING!!! Time of my life. Had the best people on board and the Contiki staff were incredible. I think everyone on our trip had a great time and have definitely mad...
Leah Collard
Apr 2025
10/10! Had the time of my life
Super easy to book and gave lots of information before the trip started. As a tee...
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