Tully River Sports Rafting | Self Drive from Cairns

Activities

• White Water Rafting

Features

• Guided rafting on Tully River
• Sports rafting equipment

The Tour

Arrival and Preparation

Participants self-drive to the Tully Gorge Camping Area, the starting point for the rafting adventure. Upon arrival, guests meet the guides and receive a safety briefing and necessary equipment.

Rafting Experience

The tour covers a 6km stretch of the Tully River, known for its consistent white water and picturesque rainforest surroundings. Guests tackle Grade 2-3 rapids under the guidance of experienced local experts. The rapids provide an exhilarating experience suitable for both beginners and those with some rafting experience.

Scenic Surroundings

As the tour progresses, participants enjoy the stunning views of the ancient rainforest canyon. The lush greenery and diverse wildlife along the riverbanks add to the unique experience.

Conclusion

After navigating the rapids, the tour concludes back at the starting point. Guests have the opportunity to relax and reflect on their adventure before making their way back to Cairns.

Tour options

• Half Day Sports Rafting from $150 Ideal for those seeking a half-day adventure, this option includes 6km of sports rafting with Grade 2-3 rapids. Suitable for self-drive participants meeting at Tully Gorge Camping Area.

What to bring

• Swimwear
• Towel
• Change of clothes
• Waterproof footwear
• Sunscreen
• Water bottle

Meeting point

For the Half Day Sports Rafting option, you can choose from several meeting points: your accommodation in Mission Beach, your accommodation in Tully, or the Tully Gorge Camping Area. If you are self-driving from Cairns, allow 2.5 hours to reach the Tully Gorge Camping Area. Departures are at 7:45am, 8:20am, 9:00am, and 10:00am. Meet the guides at the Tully Gorge Camping Area by 9:00am.

Useful information

Rafting experience

The Tully River sports rafting tour involves navigating Grade 2-3 rapids. Local experts guide participants through the consistent white water and ancient rainforest canyon.

Self-drive option

Participants can choose to drive themselves to the Tully Gorge Camping Area, which is the starting point for the rafting tour. The drive from Cairns takes approximately 2.5 hours.

Tour duration

The Half Day Sports Rafting tour covers 6 kilometers of the Tully River, offering a half-day experience of fun and adventure.

Accessibility

This rafting tour involves navigating Grade 2-3 rapids, which may require assistance for those with limited mobility. Participants must drive themselves to the Tully Gorge Camping area, which could also require some support. Please contact us before booking to discuss your specific needs.

Customer reviews

• Scott W. (4.5/5), 09-06-2026: Guides were excellent and reassuring for us newbies on 2 man rafts. A great time and the lunch was fabulous.
• Annabelle, 02-07-2025: A fantastic team who looked after us all (family of 5), gave us all an adrenaline packed raft and helped our slightly nervous 6 year old enjoy it and think white water rafting is amazing! Would highly recommend for all.
• Sarah W. (5.0/5), 17-10-2024: Our family (2 adults, 13, 14 and 8 year old) had a great time white water rafting. It was a highlight of our trip. Thank you for making it so fun. The scenery was also spectacular.