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Reef Magic

Reef Magic Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
$180/adult including:
* Semi Submarine Tour
* Glass Bottom Boat Tour
* Underwater Observatory
* All snorkelling equipment
Upgrade to 5 minute Scenic Heli Flight:  
Only $29/adult

Adult including heli - $209
Child
including heli - (4-14 yrs) $139
Family including heli - $636 

Limited Time Only!

Travel between now and 30/September/2010

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Seastar
Free Intro Dive!
Try Scuba Diving on the Great Barrier Reef for the first time, with no experience nesessary!
from $165 per person
*Plus a $10 EMC levy
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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New! Cairns Night Dive
Cairns Night Dive is the only dedicated Night Dive tour from Cairns, departing at 5.30pm to the Outer Reef and returning at 11.15pm.
NEW NIGHT DIVE
2 GUIDED DIVES
$240 PER PERSON
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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A1 - Kuranda in a Day!
Kuranda in a Day! is an unguided budget tour combining return Hotel Transfers, the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway into a relaxing scenic day trip.
CHILDREN GO FREE
BIRDWORLD KURANDA
Book your family on the Kuranda in a Day tour and one child / paying adult receives FREE ENTRY into BIRDWORLD Kuranda. 
Travel between now and 30/September/2010

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Daintree Walkabout
Daintree Walkabout Tour takes you through ancient rainforests and back to the Dreamtime with the local Kuku Yalanji tribe. Dine at Silky Oaks Lodge, then cruise the Daintree River and spot a crocodile, enjoy tropical fruit tastings and spend time in the historical town of Port Douglas.

INCLUDES
Dreamtime Walk at Mossman Gorge
Lunch at Silky Oaks Lodge
Daintree River Cruise
Tropical Fruit Tasting
Short tour of Port Douglas
Morning & Afternoon Tea
Return transfer to accommodation
 
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Get High Up Top & Dive Down Under
Get High up Top &
Dive Down Under!
Includes:-
Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
Free Semi Sub tour
10 min scenic heli flight
Only $209 p/person
**SAVE $100**
*reef levy of $20/person extra
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Ocean Spirit Dinner Cruise
Dinner Cruise!
A perfect way to end a perfect day
Only $89 per person
*Including all Basic Beers, Wine & Softdrinks!
*not valid with any other offer
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Upolu Reef & Oyster Reef
CRUISE & INTRO DIVE!
Visit two beautiful reef
locations in one day...
Book Ocean Spirit's Upolu & Oyster Reef snorkel cruise for $99 or include an Intro Dive for just $135!
No experience necessary
From $99 per person
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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A1 - Kuranda in a Day!
Kuranda
SKYRAIL & TRAIN
The most popular day tour including return transfers from your Palm Cove hotel
Only $100 Per Person
Includes Kuranda Train, Skyrail & free time to explore Kuranda Village
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Barron Half Day Rafting
Great rafting for first timers!
Half Day Barron River
White Water Rafting

ONLY $108 P/PERSON
(plus $25 pp National Park Levy)
Afternoons only, departs daily
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Cairns Rainforest


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Cape Tribulation In A Day

Cape Trib Rainforest & Mossman Gorge
  • World Heritage Rainforest
  • Rainforest Canopy Tower
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Based on 47 ratings

Cape Tribulation In  A Day gives you a day exploring the rainforest and amazing landscapes of the Cape Tribulation wilderness area. Included is a visit to the Daintree Discovery Centre...more info

Billy Tea Bush Safaris

Cape Tribulation One Day Safari
  • Departs: Cairns/Port Douglas
  • 4WD the "Bloomfield Track"
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Based on 120 ratings

Billy Tea Bush Safaris is the longest established 4WD day tour operator to Cape Tribulation. Your naturalist guide will meet you at your accommodation at around 7am. The first 1/2 of the journey north is very scenic with beautiful ocean views in contrast with the lush farmland around Mossman....more info

Cape Trib Connections

Budget Cape Tribulation Day Trip
  • Daintree Animal Sanctuary
  • Mossman Gorge
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Based on 51 ratings

Your Cape Trib Connections tour starts at your accommodation where your rainforest guide will collect you for your journey of fun and advneture! Visit Mossman Gorge, Daintree Animal Mangrove Sanctuary, Cape Trib Beach and much more...more info

½ Day ATV Biking

All Terrain Vehicles
  • Exciting Rainforest Trails
  • Traditional Australian Damper
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Based on 22 ratings

The ATV (All Terrain Vehicle) Safari with Blazing Saddles offers a ½ day of excitement. ATVs are easy to ride and provide the perfect transportation through the rainforest. Blazing Saddles caters for all levels of experience...Anyone Can Do It!!!...more info

Rainforest Horse Riding

Half Day Horse Riding
  • Interesting trails
  • Recommended for beginners
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Based on 17 ratings

Blazing Saddles offers morning and afternoon half day horse riding tours in an Aussie bush environment for riders with all levels of experience. The property is located on 1,200 acres and offers you the opportunity to explore native Australian bushland, giant termite mounds, creeks and the savannah plains of the outback either on horseback or quad bikes...more info

Daintree Walkabout

Daintree Walkabout
  • Ku Ku Yalangi Dreamtime Walk
  • Luxury vehicle and superb Lunch
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Based on 1 ratings

Daintree Walkabout Tour takes you through ancient rainforests and back to the Dreamtime with the local Kuku Yalanji tribe. Dine at Silky Oaks Lodge, then cruise the Daintree River and spot a crocodile, enjoy tropical fruit tastings and spend time in the historical town of Port Douglas. ...more info

Northern Experience

Famous Paronella Park, Rainforest & Waterfalls Day
  • Atherton Tablelands & Waterfalls
  • Lake Cruise, Paronella Park
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Based on 40 ratings

Northern Experience Eco Tours offer small group personalised tours through the World Heritage Rainforest, Waterfalls, Lakes & Wildlife areas of the Southern Atherton Tablelands...more info

Cape Trib Connections

Overnight Rainforest Trip
  • Departs: Cairns/Port Douglas
  • Daintree River Cruise
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Based on 23 ratings

Cape Trib Connections has more experience than any other company that takes backpackers to Cape Tribulation. Locally owned and operated, you tour guides have seen and experienced just about everything in the region - its a bit like travelling with the locals...more info

Cape Trib & Daintree

Experienced naturalist guide! Canopy Tower!
  • Daintree Discovery Centre
  • A La Carte Lunch & Swim
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Based on 18 ratings

Enjoy the ultimate rainforest experience with Tropical Horizons - explore both the rainforest floor and make an easy ascent into the Daintree rainforest canopy to view World Heritage Listed Rainforest at its best! ...more info

Wonga Beach Horse Rides

2.5 hour Horse Rides
  • Award Winning
  • Suitable for all ages
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Based on 24 ratings

Wonga Beach Horserides will take you on a ride through grassy headlands along side beautiful creeks, through pristine Daintree Rainforest and along beautiful Wonga Beach. Walk, trot or canter your horses along the beach or into the surf...more info

Uncle Brians

Fun, Falls & Forest
  • Swimming in Waterfalls
  • Platypus Spotting
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Based on 9 ratings

Uncle Brian enjoys Celebrity Status when it comes to popular budget tours in Cairns. Most Backpackers who know, will go with Uncle Brian in search of the Platypus, Waterfalls, Rainforest and Fun ...more info

The Adventure Company

Cape Trib & Daintree Safari
  • Daintree River Cruise
  • Entry to Rainforest Habitat
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Based on 34 ratings

Enjoy a day out exploring the rainforest, rivers and beaches of the Daintree and Cape Tribulation with the Adventure Company. Experience a personalised, relaxing day with fellow travellers who share a sense of adventure and a love of nature. ...more info

Wait-a-While

Rainforest & Wildlife Experience
  • Small Groups
  • Departs 2pm, Return Midnight
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Based on 4 ratings

For the best opportunity to see Lumholtz's Tree Kangaroo and Lemuroid, Green and Herbert River Ringtail Possums along with many other native animals consider this trip one evening...more info

Cape Tribulation Day Tour

Mossman Gorge & Daintree Entomological Museum!
  • Mossman Gorge
  • Daintree River Cruise
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Based on 12 ratings

The Cape Tribulation Day Trip with Trek North includes the highlights of the region: Port Douglas, Mossman Gorge, Daintree River Cruise and Cape Tribulation Beach...more info

Overnight Cape Trib Safari

2 Day/1 Night Cape Trib
  • Departs: Cairns/Port Douglas
  • Accommodation Included
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Based on 4 ratings

Experience an overnight adventure staying in the oldest rainforest in the world. Take time to explore the rainforest, rivers and beaches of the Daintree and Cape Tribulation with the Adventure Company and stay overnight in the rainforest....more info

Get Active

Get Active
  • Overnight in Cape Tribulation
  • Jungle Surfing, Beach Horseriding or Sea Kayaking
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Get active in Cape Tribulation! Overnight in the Daintree Rainforest at the Cape Trib Beach House and choose from Jungle Surfing, Beach Horseriding or Sunset Kayaking....more info

Cooktown Wanderer

Cape Trib & Cooktown Adventure
  • Spectacular Scenery
  • Accommodation Included
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Based on 1 ratings

This 3 Day / 2 Night Cooktown Adventure takes you on a journey of discovery. From the ancient World Heritage Listed Rainforests of Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks, to one of Australia's last frontiers and most historically significant townships - Cooktown...more info

Tablelands 4WD Eco Safari

Small, Personal & Unique off-road touring!
  • Personal & Unique
  • Maximum of 5 passengers
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Based on 3 ratings

Touring Cairns offers personalised service with a flexible itinerary and a knowledgeable local driver/guide. Experience real off-road 4WDriving in comfortable luxury ...more info

Great Outdoors Package

Reef Cruise & Overnight Rainforest
  • Cruise, Dive, Snorkel & Heli Flight
  • Get Active in Cape Tribulation
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Based on 1 ratings

Get high and get active with The Great Outdoors Package - enjoy 3 days of action packed adventure! Cruise to the reef, snorkel, scuba dive, take a semi submersible tour and get high with a 10 minute reef scenic heli flight. Overnight in the Daintree Rainforest at the Cape Trib Beach House and choose from Jungle Surfing, Beach Horseriding or Sunset Kayaking...more info

Rainforest 4WD Eco Safari

Unique 4WD day with river crossings & max 7 pass.
  • Restricted Access Areas
  • Maximum 7 passengers
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Based on 5 ratings

Wilderness Eco Safari's is a real 4WD safari going places where no others go with only 7 others. Traverse through dense rainforest, spot Kangaroos, Cassowaries & Goannas in the wild, see ancient King ferns, giant strangler figs and Red cedars and enjoy an Australiana BBQ lunch in the Wilderness....more info

On The Wallaby Overnight

Waterfalls, Hike, Bike & Canoe
  • Includes Meals
  • Fully Guided Activities
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Based on 4 ratings

The"On the Wallaby" Rainforest Waterfalls, Bike, Hike and Canoe tour is a value packed two days exploring the Rainforest and Volcanic Crater Lakes of the cool tropical tablelands. ...more info

1 Day Daintree Dreaming

Aboriginal Cultural tour
  • Kuku Yulanji style hunting
  • Swim in pristine Niau Falls
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Experience this unique Daintree Dreaming tour where you will learn about Daintree's rich Aboriginal history and culture, combined with the oldest living rainforest on the planet and spectacular Niau Falls...more info

Trek North

Daintree Explorer
  • Visit Daintree Village
  • Mossman Gorge
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Based on 5 ratings

The Daintree Explorer Tour will take you on a scenic journey around the Daintree area and Port Douglas. Enjoy a visit to Mossman Gorge, spot crocodiles on the Daintree River Cruise and encounter Aussie Wildlife at the Rainforest Habitat...more info

Rainforest Safari

Rainforest Safari & Canopy Walk
  • Mamu Rainforest Canopy Walkway
  • Swimming at Josephine Falls
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Based on 14 ratings

Wooroonooran Rainforest Safaris offers a relaxing sightseeing tour suitable for all ages through the lush areas south of Cairns. Experienced naturalist guides lead you on interesting walks through untouched wilderness free of human development. ...more info

Dan's Mountain Biking

Cape Tribulation Mountain Biking
  • Grade 3 dirt trails
  • Fully guided
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Based on 1 ratings

Mountain biking at Cape Tribulation is a fun and active way to explore the tropical rainforest. All your senses are stimulated whilst you cycle through this unique area. Be prepared to get sweaty and dirty with Dan's Mountain Biking!...more info

Cape Trib. by Appoinment

Luxury Touring
  • Mossman Gorge
  • Bloomfield track 4WDriving
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Based on 2 ratings

Cape Tribulation by Appoinment offers luxury small group touring in a premium 4WD Vehicle to experience the World Heritage listed Daintree & Cape Tribulation

...more info

Whats Hot!

3 Day Package - Option 1

Great Deal!
3 full Day tours to our famous world heritage Reef & Rainforest

Outer Barrier Reef Cruise 
Cape Trib 4WD Safari
Kuranda Train & Skyrail
Only $350 p/person

* Plus $20 Enviro. Management Levy
Family Rates Available! 
Valid until 31st March '11

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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The Hotel Cairns

The Hotel Cairns is located only one block from the famous Esplanade, the property is shaded by towering palm trees offers travelers a true tropical experience with a contemporary ambience.

Stay at The Hotel Cairns and receive the complimentary use of a Smart Car to explore the region as you please!
STAY 4 PAY 3
FREE USE OF SMART CAR
+ $10 BREAKFAST VOUCHER

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Whats Hot!

Shangri - La Cairns

Shangri-La Cairns is ideally situated in the city centre at the Marlin Marina connected to the Pier shopping complex, and adjacent to the Trinity Bay Esplanade.

UNBEATABLE!
STAY 3 PAY 2
* Save $252 *(
Superior)
* Save $397 * (Horizon club)

stay an extra night and receive FULL BUFFET BREAKFAST
DAILY

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Great Adventures

Green Island
and
Outer Barrier Reef

in one day!

FREE UPGRADE!
Enjoy 2 hours at Green Island when booking with Travstar.com for the Great Adventures Outer Barrier Reef Pontoon trip.
 

Book before 17/September/2010
Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Ocean Spirit Dinner Cruise

Enjoy dinner on a luxurious catamaran while cruising on the calm waters of Trinity Inlet.  With a glass of champagne in hand, stroll the decks and savour the sights of the city by night.

$89/person including;
* Glass of sparkling on arrival
* W
ine, basic beers and soft drinks
Superb 4-course buffet incl. seafood
*
Live musical entertainment

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Vision Apartments Cairns

BRAND NEW!
Vision Apartments Cairns are the newest holiday apartments on the Cairns Esplanade. Located just 5 minutes walk from the centre of town.
Vision offers two and three bedroom holiday apartments.

OPENING SPECIAL!
STAY 5 PAY 4!
FROM $288 PER NIGHT

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Osprey V

Great Barrier Reef
Get High Up Top, Dive Down Under!

Includes:-
Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
Free Semi Sub tour
10 min scenic heli flight

All this for ONLY $209 per person!
(plus $20 p/person EMC levy)
**SAVE $95**

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Fitzroy Island Resort

Fitzroy Island Resort is on the fringing Great Barrier Reef  just 45 minutes from Cairns by ferry.   This brand new resort offers affordable Studios, One & Two Bedroom Apartments and Beach Cabins.

OPENING
SPECIAL
BRAND NEW ISLAND RESORT!
From $130 per night

Travel between now and 22/December/2010

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Piermonde 1302

Piermonde 1302 is a stunning designer apartment guaranteed views of the harbour from the 13th level.
1 or 2 Bedrooms

STAY 7 PAY 6
Best Value Luxury in Cairns!

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Ocean Free

Only Reef & Green Island Sailing

Maximum 38 passengers
Personalised service

$135 per person
Discounted family rates

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Luxury Beach Escape

4 Nights in a Luxury Beachfront Apartment plus a Great Barrier Reef Sailing Cruise for two
From $290 per person
Valid until 31st Oct '10

*conditions apply please enquire

Travel between now and 31/October/2010

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2 Day Reef & Kuranda

Hot Deal!

Budget 2 Day
Reef & Kuranda

Only $155 p/person
- Upolu Reef Cruise
- Return Skyrail

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Raging Thunder Ballooning

Your balloon flight is only the beginning of your adventure...

Romantic Hot Air Ballooning!
from $195 / Adult
(plus $30 p/person aviation levy)
Personalised Flight Certificate
Champagne Breakfast Included
Best Value Ballooning in Australia
Most reliable conditions for flying

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Floriana Guest House

Floriana Guest House is a charming old fashioned guesthouse and is currently offering 2 free nights for a 7 night stay.
Pool with Waterfall! 

Stay 7 nights Pay 5! 
*$395/week*
Double ensuite
*$550/week*
Studio flat

Travel between now and 31/March/2011

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Reef Magic

Reef Magic Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
$180/adult including:
* Semi Submarine Tour
* Glass Bottom Boat Tour
* Underwater Observatory
* All snorkelling equipment
Upgrade to 5 minute Scenic Heli Flight:  
Only $29/adult

Adult including heli - $209
Child
including heli - (4-14 yrs) $139
Family including heli - $636 

Limited Time Only!

Travel between now and 30/September/2010

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