Barron River Rafting | 2026 Special

Activities

• Waterfalls
• White Water Rafting

Features

• 2 hours of rafting on grade 2-3 rapids
• Visit Barron Gorge National Park
• Experienced river guides
• All necessary equipment provided
• Change rooms available after rafting

The Tour

Arrival and Preparation

Participants gather at Lake Placid Car Park or are picked up from various locations depending on their booking option. Upon arrival, they meet their river guide for a safety briefing and paddling instructions. All necessary rafting equipment is provided, and participants are briefed on safety protocols.

Rafting Adventure

The rafting experience begins on the Barron River, where participants tackle grade 2 and 3 rapids. The journey includes navigating the exciting Rooster Tail drop, offering a thrilling yet manageable challenge for beginners. The natural surroundings of Barron Gorge National Park provide a scenic backdrop throughout the adventure.

Conclusion and Departure

After approximately two hours on the river, participants reach the take-out point. They can change into dry clothes and visit Lake Placid Tourist Park to view photos from the trip. Depending on their booking option, participants either return to their vehicles at Lake Placid or are transported back to their original pick-up locations.

Tour options

• Self Drive | Meet at Lake Placid from $135 Ideal for those who prefer to drive themselves, this option includes a 2-hour rafting adventure on the Barron River. Participants meet at Lake Placid Car Park, no prior experience needed.
• Cairns Return Transfers from $135 Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off from Cairns and Northern Beaches. Perfect for visitors staying in the area, this option offers convenience with transfers included.
• Port Douglas Return Transfers from $150 For those staying in Port Douglas, this option includes transfers to and from the rafting site. Enjoy a hassle-free experience with transportation provided.

What to bring

• Swimming costume under clothes
• Towel
• Change of clothes
• Water resistant sunscreen
• Secure footwear
• Leave jewelry and valuables at accommodation

Meeting point

For the 'Self Drive | Meet at Lake Placid' option, make your own way to Lake Placid Car Park at 101 Lake Placid Road. Arrive by 2:30pm for a smooth departure. For 'Cairns Return Transfers', enjoy pickups from accommodation or central points across Cairns and Northern Beaches between 1:35pm and 2:55pm. For 'Port Douglas Return Transfers', pickups occur from accommodation or central points across the area between 1:15pm and 2:25pm. Exact pickup points and times are confirmed upon booking.

Useful information

Age and swimming requirements

Participants must be at least 12 years old and have basic swimming skills to join the Barron River rafting tour.

Experience level

No prior rafting experience is necessary for this tour, making it suitable for beginners and families.

What to bring

Participants should bring a swimming costume, towel, change of clothes, water-resistant sunscreen, and secure footwear that can get wet. Jewelry and valuables should be left at accommodation.

Equipment and safety

All necessary rafting equipment and instruction are provided, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience on the Barron River.

Tour duration

The Barron River rafting experience lasts approximately 2 hours, with additional time for safety briefings and transfers if applicable.

Accessibility

This tour involves rafting on grade 2 and 3 rapids, which may require assistance for those with limited mobility. Participants need to self-drive to Lake Placid Car Park and navigate the rafting experience. Please contact us before booking to discuss your specific needs.

Customer reviews

• Corneila Parker, 12-07-2022: Thank you for a fantastic time, will return next year to do the Tully, everybody we had dealings with were very professional and very friendly, very impressed
• Gabriele D. (5.0/5), 19-04-2022: We had a ball. We met some great people to share our new experience with. Our guide, Jessie, was fantastic.
• Jennifer R. (5.0/5), 09-03-2022: Keanu was hard working, and a clear communicator with a good command of the people on the raft. He was fun as well as responsible.
• Rod S. (5.0/5), 23-07-2021: Had a great time - Thank you
• Stephen O. (5.0/5), 01-01-2020: Great tour, Fron? and Andy were great raft leaders and we had a lot of fun!