
3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package
Traveler rating
4.7/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package worth booking?
3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package is a 72-hour experience in Cairns & the Tropical North, Australia, from $443 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 18 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (18)
- Duration
- 72 hours
- From
- $443 per person
Save up to 15% off with this 3 day package! Experience the best of Cairns and the Far North Queensland Region with a Great Barrier Reef Cruise, 4WD to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation and then another 4WD full-day tour to the Outback Chillagoe. Your Rainforest and Outabck Day is a small personalised tour with custom-built 4WD vehicles. Your naturalist driver-guide has extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, history of the area and aboriginal culture, which will ensure your day will be a memory of a lifetime. Cruise to the reef onboard a luxury 35-metre superyacht to two outer reef sites. Enjoy unlimited snorkelling over 5 hours, delicious BBQ lunch onboard and a free glass of wine for the journey home to Cairns.
What you get
About this experience
Save up to 15% off with this 3 day package! Experience the best of Cairns and the Far North Queensland Region with a Great Barrier Reef Cruise, 4WD to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation and then another 4WD full-day tour to the Outback Chillagoe. Your Rainforest and Outabck Day is a small personalised tour with custom-built 4WD vehicles. Your naturalist driver-guide has extensive knowledge of flora, fauna, history of the area and aboriginal culture, which will ensure your day will be a memory of a lifetime. Cruise to the reef onboard a luxury 35-metre superyacht to two outer reef sites. Enjoy unlimited snorkelling over 5 hours, delicious BBQ lunch onboard and a free glass of wine for the journey home to Cairns.
What's included
Included
- Full Day Tour to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation
- Full Day Tour to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, snorkel at 2 Outer Reef Sites
- Transfers for the Rainforest and Outback (additional costs apply for some locations- see exclusions)
- Local eco-accredited driver guide for the Rainforest and Outback Days
- Lunch
- Glass of wine, cheese and biscuits on Reef Cruise return journey
- Ice-Cream on the Rainforest Day
- Full Day Tour to the Outback and Chillagoe Caves
Not included
- Outback Day - Port Douglas transfers (min 2 people, contact reservations after booking to confirm)
- Southside accommodation transfers on 4WD tours - make your own way to operator's office to join tour
- Reef Day transfers - can be added for an additional cost. Book directly with tour operator.
- Accommodation
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cairns & the Tropical North
For the Reef Day, please make your way to Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street) for check-in from 7:15am - 7.45am. Boat departs at 8am sharp.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
For the Reef Day, please make your way to Reef Fleet Terminal (1 Spence Street) for check-in from 7:15am - 7.45am. Boat departs at 8am sharp.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Billy Tea Safaris
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Please wear closed-toe shoe and bring a light jacket or sweater for Outback and Rainforest
- For the Outback Tour, a reasonable level of fitness is required, as there are steps and uneven terrain leading into the caves
- Please choose your Rainforest Tour as the first day of your booking. Once booked, please contact the tour operator once booked to choose your other tour days.
- The tours do not need to be on consecutive days. Please speak to the tour operator once booked.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
3 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fabulous Tour Company
This is our second time using Billy Tea Safaris and again we loved them! They made the whole process seamless for our trip. We did the Great Barrier Reef tour with their partner Down Under Dive & Exploration and then the Outback & Daintree with them directly. They also got us set up to explore Kuranda (going up on the sky rail and taking the scenic train back home). The guides are great, small tour group sizes and great activities. Highly recommend this tour group while in Cairns. If you are choosing to stay in an VRBO / Air B&B type place, this is the only hiccup as they can't pick you up from your residence but will have you meet at another central location - this added some costs to our trip (needing to UBER to get to this spot), but this was of our own choosing - just something to be aware of in booking. But its totally worth it!
via Tripadvisor
Great Cairns Vacation Adventures
This is a 3 day adventure. The Reef Cruise to the Great Barrier Reefs was super great! The crew of Evolution were extremely friendly & helpful. We snorkeled 2 reefs-great views-crew made us feel safe & comfortable in water! Steak, shrimp & fish lunch was great! Second leg of tour was the Outback-our driver/tour narrator was very knowledgeable & entertaining. Chillagoe Caves explored were phenomenal! Saw lots of Roo’s, views of rain forests, highlands before hitting Outback Outer region were scenic. Its a long day, close to 12 hours & 360 miles, but we did a good # of enjoyable stops-a great overall adventure! The Rainforest leg was cancelled due to torrential rains & flooding. Billy Tea Safaris promptly refunded charge for this tour leg! Billy Tea Safaris great to work with, they answer calls or promptly return calls on booking details!
via Tripadvisor
Tour Cancelled by Operator-No Refund to date
The Daintree Rainforest tour was operator cancelled. To date Viator/tour operator has not provided a refund or notified us of status of a refund! The is a really big concern-seems it should be simple. Super hard to contact anyone to resolve-don’t answer phone.
via Viator
Amazing Experience
This was a great way to get a taste of Australia. All of the tours were led by awesome tour guides, and we stopped at incredible places. Other than the actual tours we stopped at places on the way which added to the experience.
via Viator
Fun and full of excitement and learning
This set of tours was fantastic! Loved both drivers for the driving days, and the crew for the reef day were fun but professional. Was a great way to see all of the highlights around Cairns in a simple and efficient way. All of the pickups were on time and the transport was top notch. Would recommend this to anyone.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 72 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $443 to $620
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Billy Tea Safaris, who run 5 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 73.8.
See everything Billy Tea Safaris runsWhy this scores 67
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3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cairns & the Tropical North.
How much does 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package cost?
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Prices start at $443 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cairns & the Tropical North usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package take?
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Plan for about 72 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cairns & the Tropical North is not rushed.
Is 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Cairns & the Tropical North, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 72-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cairns & the Tropical North can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cairns & the Tropical North and add a light layer if any part of the 72-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cairns & the Tropical North within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cairns & the Tropical North?
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On Outty we rank every Cairns & the Tropical North experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Fun, Falls and Forest Day Trip from Cairns, Passions of Paradise Great Barrier Reef Cruise by Catamaran, Tully River Full-Day Rafting: Cairns, Mission Beach or Self-Drive. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cairns & the Tropical North?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cairns & the Tropical North?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package?
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Included: Full Day Tour to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation; Full Day Tour to the Outer Great Barrier Reef, snorkel at 2 Outer Reef Sites; Transfers for the Rainforest and Outback (additional costs apply for some locations- see e; Local eco-accredited driver guide for the Rainforest and Outback Days; and Lunch. Not included: Outback Day - Port Douglas transfers (min 2 people, contact reservations after booking to; Southside accommodation transfers on 4WD tours - make your own way to operator's office to; Reef Day transfers - can be added for an additional cost. Book directly with tour operator; and Accommodation. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 64 listed pickup locations in and around Cairns & the Tropical North. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about 3 Day Reef, Rainforest and Outback Package?
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Across 18 reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
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