Tully River Full-Day Rafting: Cairns, Mission Beach or Self-Drive

4.9 (698 reviews) 12 hours Free cancellation

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698 reviews

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About this activity

Brace yourself for one of the most intense and exhilarating experiences in Tropical North Queensland— white-water rafting on the mighty Tully River. This full-day adventure plunges you into the heart of Tully Gorge National Park, where fast-flowing water, rugged terrain and rainforest collide to create the ultimate rafting challenge.

Led by expert guides, you’ll spend up to 3 hours charging through powerful Grade 3-4 rapids, tackling steep drops, and navigate swirling currents that will keep your adrenaline pumping from start to finish.

After conquering the river, wind down with a well-earned pub dinner, swap stories with your crew, and relive the day’s epic moments. If you're chasing serious thrills, this is the adventure that delivers.

All gear is provided, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns or Mission Beach, or self-drive (Selected at the time of booking), making it easy to jump straight into the action.

River Levy: $35AUD per person is payable on the day of travel

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 54 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Raging Thunder - Tully River Rafting

Ages: Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Meal *Please advise dietary requirements at time of booking*
Included: Experienced river guides
Included: Hotel pickup and drop off from Cairns or Mission Beach (If option is selected)
Included: All rafting equipment and training provided

Not included

Not included: Shoe hire or sunglass straps ($5pp if required)
Not included: Photo package (available for purchase)
Not included: Rafting Levy

Itinerary

Tully River

3 hours

Spend up to 3 hours on the mighty Tully River.
El Arish

45 min

Enjoy a hearty pub dinner at El Arish.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet at The Golden Gumboot, Tully if you have selected the self-drive option.

End point

Please meet at The Golden Gumboot, Tully if you have selected the self-drive option.

Pickup points

Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
Gilligan's Hotel & Resort
Crystalbrook Riley
Cairns Sunland Leisure Park

and 35 more pickup points

We pick up from limited hotels and accommodations in Cairns or Mission Beach (If option is selected). A self-drive option is also available (If option is selected).

Using your ticket

You must call 07 4042 7300 24-48 hours prior to travel to confirm your pickup time and location.

You will be required to bring:

Shoes with a secure heel strap (Shoe hire is available for $5 per pair) - no thongs, slides.
Swimwear
A towel
Change of clothes
Waterproof sunscreen/insect repellent

AUD 35.00 per person River Levy to pay on board

Hotel pickups from Cairns or Mission Beach (If option has been selected) commence prior to the start time. You are required to contact the local service provider 24-48 hours prior to your tour to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Children aged 13-17 years require a parent or guardians counter signature on the waiver form
Minimum age: 13 years to participate in Rafting
IMPORTANT: Please note that all participants must have a competent swimming ability and be able to understand and follow River Guide instructions in English to take part in Tully River rafting. This is essential for your safety. English speaking and comprehension will be assessed by our River Guides at the time of pick-up. If there are any concerns regarding a guest’s ability to understand instructions or communicate effectively with the guides, participation may not be permitted.
Not suitable for suitable for pregnant travelers

Options

Tully Special - Mission Beach

Pickup included
Tully Special - Self Drive
Tully Rafting - Cairns

Hearty Pub Dinner

Departs Cairns: Pick ups in Cairns start at 10am

Returns 10pm

Pickup included
Tully Rafting - Mission Beach

Hearty Pub Dinner

Departing Mission Beach: Pick ups start in Mission Beach at 11:45am

Return 8:15pm

Pickup included
Tully Special - Depart Cairns

Pickup included
Tully Rafting - Self Drive

Hearty Pub Dinner

Meet at Golden Gumboot: Meet at The Golden Gumboot - Tully at 12:45pm

Return 8:15pm