3 Days in Cairns: Suggested Itineraries
Written by Viator, August 2010
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3 Days in Cairns: Suggested Itineraries Reviews
We've found 169 3 Days in Cairns: Suggested Itineraries reviews from Viator.com travelers and members: what they loved, what they liked and what they think could be improved. It's all here to help you make the most of your next trip.
Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Cairns Night Zoo Safari and Barbecue Dinner
Dinner was very good. Had a good mix of other tour folks and it helped make the night even better. Loved the free pickup/drop off from the hotel. Lots of interaction with animals including the opportunity to hold a Koala and pet Kangaroos. If you like zoo's and want to see the animals up close, this is definitely the tour for you.
Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Ultimate 3-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise Pass
This was by far the highlight of our trip to Australia. We came to Port Douglas to dive and snorkel and this package gave us that ability. We left in the morning and returned about 5pm each day. We were able to customize our package to the areas we wanted to go, this worked great for us. A very professional company. Their gear from masks to snorkels was in great condition and great quality. My 12 year old son was the first in the water and last one out each site, he enjoyed it so much. I also had questions before the trip and they answered my E-mails promptly.
Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
Was so great. Widths every minute. Easy to book. Helpful
Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Cairns
enjoyable but a very early start
Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Ultimate 3-Day Great Barrier Reef Cruise Pass
Great trips out of Port Douglas. The crew were great, with Lowe Island and SilverSonic highlights of our trip. The trip out of Cairns was not as good, largely because of too many noisy people on the boat. A much better mix of people on the boats out of Port Douglas.
Reply by Viator, April 2013
Doing what: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
Booking through Viator was quick and easy. Simply printed out voucher and presented at ticket window on the day. Only extra charge was reef tax which I can't remember reading about on the Viator site but I might have missed it.
Pros
Scenic and quick trip out to Fitzroy Island on the ferry (about 45 minutes as described on site). Island itself is beautiful with pretty good snorkeling - still think snorkeling is much better on Green Island. Green Island is further out on the reef - Fitzroy is closer to land. For younger children they provide a boogie board with a viewing window so the child can lie on the board and see the fish swimming underneath - this was one of the best ideas I have seen on the reef- and with a 3 year year old I found this device very helpful. Glass bottom boat tour was good - especially for children or non swimmers as they get to see some big fish and coral. Packed lunch was fresh and there was ample food - in each lunch box there was half a chicken wrap, bread roll with ham, cheese and tomato, juice, water, apple and a muesli bar - something for everyone. Foxy's bar and grill is a lovely place to relax for anyone not swimming or if you want a break from the water. Had live music playing the day we were there - enjoyed cocktails while looking out over paradise!
Cons
Shore at Fitzroy covered in broken coral which was very uncomfortable to walk on. Definitely suggest taking reef shoes. Biggest problem was lack of staff. When we arrived we had to collect snorkeling equipment and stinger suits from a cabana on the beach. We had to wait about 15 minutes until it opened (which was not a problem) but then, when it did open, there was only one staff member to provide equipment to over 50 people. Eventually two other staff members came but I would not like to have been at the end of the line! I think this was partly because we went out in April which is low season.
Overall I would still recommend Green Island for snorkeling.
Reply by Viator, March 2013
Doing what: Cairns Super Saver: Great Barrier Reef Cruise plus Kuranda Scenic Railway plus Cape Tribulation Day Trip
All three days were fantastic. This is what you imagine australia to be about, friendly people, incredible views and fantastic wild life. Well organised, good value for money and great staff.
Reply by Viator, February 2013
Doing what: Cairns Tropical Zoo Morning Tour including Breakfast
Nice drive from Cairns especially when a rainstorm is around( spectacular) Free birdshow at zoo well run,the different species of birds performing quite clever tricks and well trained by the handlers.
Reply by Viator, February 2013
Doing what: Fitzroy Island Day Trip from Cairns
Fantastic day ----great crew---great island and not to busy
Reply by Viator, February 2013
Doing what: Cairns Sky Dive, Great Barrier Reef Helicopter Tour and Cruise
It was really fun but I thought I would be skydiving over the Great Barrier Reef but it was over cane fields in cairns. Still worth the money though.
Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Cairns Flames of the Forest Dining Experience
Wonderful evening, food fantastic. Thoroughly recommend to all.
Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Hot Air Ballooning Tour from Cairns
First time to ever go and would definitely do it again! Staff was great and well organized. Beautiful views of the area and the sunrise.
Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Daintree Rainforest Zipline and Wildlife Habitat Day Trip
The zip lining was fun but a little slow when you are with such a big group. It takes a while to wait for everyone to get to one side to another. There are 5 different ones you go on. there is a lot of waiting around. The Wildlife Habitat was great!!
Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Cairns Night Zoo Safari and Barbecue Dinner
Neat experience, but very crowded.
Photos with the Koala were done expertly and quickly.
Food was very good.
Reply by Viator, January 2013
Doing what: Cairns Flames of the Forest Dining Experience
I was extremely excited about this trip. But for the xxy price I am sad to say it was not worth it. Our experience began with one of the rudest ladies, on the phone. On two occasions she was quite abrupt and unhelpful (rude to say the least) with us. If this were not enough, our shuttle driver got in an accident on the way over there! when we got there no one acknowdleged what we had just been through. The entire night was rushed and hardly worth the effort. My one good review is based on the food: fantastic. As an experience: subpar. Up your game guys.
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