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Inlet Sightseeing Safari
Relaxing 75-minute sightseeing cruise through Cairns' Trinity Inlet with wildlife viewing and guided commentary.
Cairns River Cruises tours the sublime calm waters of the Trinity Inlet in Cairns on a spacious and modern boat designed for comfort and taking in uninterrupted views. Enjoy the mountain-lined Inlet and her wildlife and the tropical foreshore of Cairns at different times of day.
Make sure you bring along your camera to capture Cairns and the Inlet and stunning sights on your tour. Your local skipper/guide will share some great information and stories about the region as well as some local anecdotes. The vessel has comfortable lounge-style seating, an onboard toilet, and hosts a maximum of 14 guests, so your tour is bespoke and relaxed.
A Fun Cruising Experience in The Cairns River!
Cairns River Cruise Tour - Itinerary
- Meet at Marlin Marina (Cairns) - Board your comfortable pontoon-style vessel.
- Depart on a 75-minute calm water cruise through Trinity Inlet and its winding waterways.
- Cruise past the waterfront hotels and naval base into the heart of mangrove forests.
- Learn about local history, nature and waterways from your friendly Captain/Guide (informative commentary).
- Search for wildlife including saltwater crocodiles, birds and estuary life along the way.
- Relax with a complimentary cool drink as you take in tranquil sights.
- Return to Marlin Marina - tour concludes.
Start: The Marlin Marina, Cairns
- Pre-booking required: Spots are subject to availability and minimum numbers to operate.
- Tour itineraries may change: Weather, river conditions or other factors beyond the operator's control can affect the route, departure times and duration.
- Age categories & fares: Adult, child and infant pricing applies (check when booking).
- Cancellation & refunds:
- Full refund for cancellations more than 48 hrs before the tour.
- 50 % refund for cancellations 24-48 hrs before departure.
- No refund for cancellations less than 24 hrs before the tour or no-shows.
- Rescheduling available (valid up to 3 yrs) with applicable fees.
- Changes to bookings:
- No fee if changed more than 48 hrs before departure.
- Small fee if changed within 24-48 hrs.
- Higher fee if changed less than 24 hrs before departure.
- Accessibility & safety: Disclose any medical conditions or impairments at the time of booking for assessment.
- Belongings: Guests are responsible for personal items; the operator is not liable for lost, stolen or misplaced property.
- Children: Most sightseeing cruises (including river cruises) are family-friendly; children under 18 generally must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
- No hotel transfers included: Unless specifically booked, cruise transfers to/from hotels are usually not included.
- What to bring: Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses), camera and comfortable clothing are recommended.
