Tours & experiences

Hand-picked tours across Queensland

Our team has been pulling together the best small-group tours, day trips and multi-day adventures around Queensland for years. Mick reads the traveller reviews before any tour earns a spot on this page — if a tour's a dud, it doesn't get listed.

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Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef
5.0 (64)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Premium Guided Dive Trip - Outer Great Barrier Reef

A full-day guided dive expedition to the outer [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) departing from Port Douglas, designed for certified divers. Your guide stays with you throughout the 9-hour trip, revealing reef formations and marine life while you explore pristine local dive sites. All equipment, meals, and refreshments are provided, allowing you to focus entirely on the underwater experience.

9 hoursfrom AUD $715
Quicksilver Dive 4 Day PADI Learn to Dive Course
5.0 (36)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Quicksilver Dive 4 Day PADI Learn to Dive Course

Earn your PADI Open Water certification over four days based in Port Douglas. Two days of theory and pool training at Quicksilver's 5-star facility are followed by two days on the reef itself, where you'll complete four mandatory training dives and two additional guided dives across more than 35 World Heritage sites at Agincourt. Small group sizes mean personalised instruction throughout, with all equipment, meals, and transfers from Port Douglas accommodation included.

4 daysfrom AUD $1310
Port Douglas Tour Hook-A-Barra with Lunch
5.0 (31)
🍜 Food & Cooking
Australia

Port Douglas Tour Hook-A-Barra with Lunch

Chase barramundi in the safety of a working farm near Port Douglas, then eat what you've caught. This four-hour experience combines land-based fishing with a tour of an award-winning barramundi operation and a paddock-to-plate lunch. You'll get hands-on with the fish, learn how they're farmed, and taste the results with help from experienced guides throughout.

4 hoursfrom AUD $155
Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour
5.0 (27)
🌿 Nature & Wildlife
Australia

Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour

A 12-hour private exploration of far north Queensland's ancient rainforest, departing Cairns with a naturalist guide. You'll drive through Daintree National Park to Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation, crossing the Daintree River by ferry and stopping in Port Douglas. The route threads through what's likely Earth's oldest tropical rainforest, with stops at key natural sites and guided commentary throughout. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

12 hoursfrom AUD $1880
Half Day Outer Reef Snorkelling Tour from Port Douglas
5.0 (16)
🐠 Water Activities
Australia

Half Day Outer Reef Snorkelling Tour from Port Douglas

Sprint out to Port Douglas's Outer Reef in a zippy speedboat, reaching pristine snorkelling grounds in under two hours. With just 14 passengers max, you get genuine elbow room to explore coral and fish at your own pace. The boat ride itself—quick enough to sidestep seasickness—is half the appeal. Includes wetsuit, mask and fins; just bring your own snacks and sunscreen.

3h 30mfrom AUD $290
Private Transfers Cairns Airport to Port Douglas
5.0 (10)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Private Transfers Cairns Airport to Port Douglas

Direct private car service from Cairns Airport to Port Douglas, taking around an hour. Choose from standard sedans through to spacious people movers depending on group size and preference. The operator has three decades of experience running reliable transfers across the region, with consistent attention to detail and customer service. Baby seats and specialised infant restraints available on request.

1 hourfrom AUD $307
Bike & eBike Hire
5.0 (9)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Bike & eBike Hire

Pedal around Port Douglas at your own pace with a hired bike or eBike, ranging from a few hours to a week-long exploration. Roll along Four Mile Beach, stop at beachfront cafés and pubs, or pack a picnic for the sand. Skip the car park stress and follow a family-friendly treasure hunt that winds through Port Douglas' best spots. Maps and route ideas come with your hire, letting you chart your own course whether you're cycling solo or with kids in tow.

4 hours – 7 daysfrom AUD $35
Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour
5.0 (9)
🛕 Culture & History
Australia

Port Douglas Sunset Photography Walking Tour

Walk Port Douglas as light fades across the coast, learning to frame shots that work with your camera or phone. A three-hour guided tour that pairs photography technique with local knowledge, hitting key vantage points around town whilst a guide unpacks the area's history and cultural landmarks. You'll leave with both better images and a clearer read on what makes this corner of Far North Queensland tick.

3 hoursfrom AUD $94
Port Douglas to/from Cairns RETURN TRIP Private Transfer 6 pax
5.0 (9)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Port Douglas to/from Cairns RETURN TRIP Private Transfer 6 pax

Private transfer connecting Port Douglas and Cairns via a scenic 90-minute drive along Far North Queensland's coastal corridor. Your driver collects you from arrival point or accommodation, manages luggage, and delivers you door-to-door in air-conditioned comfort. With up to six passengers, this is straightforward point-to-point transport with a local at the wheel who knows the region well.

1h 30mfrom AUD $580
Tandem Paragliding Cairns
5.0 (9)
🏔 Adventure & Sports
Australia

Tandem Paragliding Cairns

Launch from a Cairns beach and climb to 1,000 feet harnessed to a certified tandem pilot. This 20-minute flight traces the coastline between Cairns and Port Douglas, delivering unobstructed views of tropical beaches, rainforest ridges, and the [Great Barrier Reef](/places/great-barrier-reef) sprawling below. The takeoff itself is the rush—no runway, just sand and wind—followed by serene gliding and the option to request aerobatic moves if you want your stomach tested.

20 minfrom AUD $295
Tropical Trike Tours Port Douglas - Private Tour
5.0 (8)
🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing
Australia

Tropical Trike Tours Port Douglas - Private Tour

Explore Port Douglas on a three-wheeled vehicle with a local guide steering you through rural valleys, coastal roads, and gorge country. This 90-minute to two-hour outing takes in elevated views, winding through farmland and bushland while your driver fills in the gaps with regional knowledge. Suits anyone after a different angle on the landscape—couples, groups, families—with routes you can adjust to your interests.

1h 30m – 1h 40mfrom AUD $265
PRIVATE TRANSFER Port Douglas & Cairns Airport Minibus (6am-5pm)
5.0 (7)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

PRIVATE TRANSFER Port Douglas & Cairns Airport Minibus (6am-5pm)

Reliable door-to-door minibus service connecting Cairns Airport and Port Douglas hotels. This locally-run operation handles the 1-hour journey with a meet-and-greet at arrivals, water and seasonal fruit included. Available 6am–5pm daily; outside these hours and public holidays attract extra fees. Child seats (mandatory for under-7s) can be hired for $10. Pre-book oversized gear like surfboards or bikes, and note that multiple stops or CBD pickups cost extra.

1 hourfrom AUD $229
Affordable Return Mossman Gorge from Port Douglas Transfers
5.0 (6)
✈️ Transfers
Australia

Affordable Return Mossman Gorge from Port Douglas Transfers

Shared shuttle service connecting Port Douglas to Mossman Gorge Visitor Centre, giving you freedom to explore the ancient rainforest at your own pace. The 30-minute drive north passes through Daintree landscape and sugar cane plantations. Two departure windows daily—9:30am (returning 12:30pm) or 10:30am (returning 1:45pm)—let you choose your own rhythm. Air-conditioned comfort throughout, with child seats included for younger travellers.

30 minfrom AUD $40
Private Transfer from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas Port
Australia

Private Transfer from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas Port

1h 10mfrom AUD $222
Private Transfer from Port Douglas hotels to Cairns Cruise Port
Australia

Private Transfer from Port Douglas hotels to Cairns Cruise Port

1h 20mfrom AUD $248
Private Transfer from Cairns Cruise Port to Port Douglas hotels
Australia

Private Transfer from Cairns Cruise Port to Port Douglas hotels

1h 20mfrom AUD $248
Private Transfer from Port Douglas Cruise to Cairns hotels
Australia

Private Transfer from Port Douglas Cruise to Cairns hotels

1h 15mfrom AUD $222
Cairns to Port Douglas Private Transfer After Hours 9 pm to 6 am
Australia

Cairns to Port Douglas Private Transfer After Hours 9 pm to 6 am

1h 15mfrom AUD $380
Private Transfer from Port Douglas to Cairns Airport (CNS)
Australia

Private Transfer from Port Douglas to Cairns Airport (CNS)

1h 10mfrom AUD $222
Cairns Airport(CNS) to Port Douglas - Round-Trip Private Transfer
Australia

Cairns Airport(CNS) to Port Douglas - Round-Trip Private Transfer

2 hoursfrom AUD $519
Self-Guided Mountain Bike Tours in Port Douglas
Australia

Self-Guided Mountain Bike Tours in Port Douglas

3 hoursfrom AUD $169
Private Transfer from Cairns hotels to Port Douglas Cruise Port
Australia

Private Transfer from Cairns hotels to Port Douglas Cruise Port

1h 15mfrom AUD $222
Port Douglas to Cairns Airport(CNS) - Departure Private Transfer
Australia

Port Douglas to Cairns Airport(CNS) - Departure Private Transfer

1 hourfrom AUD $260
Private Shore Tour: Kuranda Village & Palm Cove from Port Douglas
Australia

Private Shore Tour: Kuranda Village & Palm Cove from Port Douglas

10 hoursfrom AUD $806
Corporate Bus, Private Transfer, Cairns Airport - Port Douglas.
Australia

Corporate Bus, Private Transfer, Cairns Airport - Port Douglas.

1h 15mfrom AUD $504
Cairns to Daintree Cape Tribulation 3 Day Tour via Port Douglas
Australia

Cairns to Daintree Cape Tribulation 3 Day Tour via Port Douglas

3 daysfrom AUD $1990
Cairns to Port Douglas Private Transfer
Australia

Cairns to Port Douglas Private Transfer

1 hourfrom AUD $650
Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas - Arrival Private Transfer
Australia

Cairns Airport (CNS) to Port Douglas - Arrival Private Transfer

1 hourfrom AUD $260
Shared Transfer Between Cairns and Port Douglas
Australia

Shared Transfer Between Cairns and Port Douglas

1h 30mfrom AUD $130
Cairns Airport to Port Douglas Private Transfer 1-7 Pax
Australia

Cairns Airport to Port Douglas Private Transfer 1-7 Pax

1h 15mfrom AUD $250
Corporate Bus, Private Transfer, Port Douglas - Cairns
Australia

Corporate Bus, Private Transfer, Port Douglas - Cairns

1h 15mfrom AUD $504
Cairns & Port Douglas All-Inclusive 7 Days Touring Package
Australia

Cairns & Port Douglas All-Inclusive 7 Days Touring Package

7 daysfrom AUD $2814
Premium Van, Private Transfer, Port Douglas - Cairns Airport.
Australia

Premium Van, Private Transfer, Port Douglas - Cairns Airport.

1h 15mfrom AUD $348
Port Douglas Day Tour from Cairns
Australia

Port Douglas Day Tour from Cairns

10 hoursfrom AUD $1280
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