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Barron River White Water Rafting and Barron Gorge

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Barron River Tickets

Select a self-drive ticket to save money, or choose a package with hotel pickup. All options require a mandatory river levy on the day.

A group of people white water rafting through rapids on a yellow raft.Most booked

Activity4 h 30 min4.8 (1,630)Free cancellation

Barron River Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive

Brace yourself for an action-packed, half-day, white-water rafting adventure on the Barron River! Navigate thrilling Grade 2 and 3 rapids for up to 2-hours, as you surge...

  • Pickup and drop-off available from Cairns or Port Douglas (If option is selected)
  • All rafting equipment and training is provided
  • Professional River Guide

From$93per person

Viator$93GetYourGuideCompare

Best for: thrill-seekers and beginners

A group of people white water rafting through rapids on a yellow raft.Top rated

Activity4 h4.6 (180)Free cancellation

Barron River Half-Day Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive

Prepare yourself for an action-packed, half-day, white-water rafting adventure on the Barron River! Navigate thrilling Grade 2 and 3 rapids for up to 2-hours, as you...

  • Professional river guide
  • Barron River Rafting - up to 2-hours of rafting
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Cairns or Port Douglas (If option selected)

From$93per person

Viator$93GetYourGuideCompare

Best for: families and active couples

Many people floating on red tubes down a river surrounded by lush forest.

Combo24 h4.0 (3)Free cancellation

Experience Cairns White Water Tubing and Rafting

Morning Rainforest River Tubing: - Relaxing float through tropical scenery on the Barron River - Surrounded by lush rainforest, birdlife, and calm freshwater flows -...

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Morning Rainforest River Tubing
  • Afternoon Barron River Rafting

From$151per person

Viator$151GetYourGuideCompare

Best for: a full day of water adventure

Tour prices change by platform; a river levy may be payable on the day.

What will it cost your group?

Enter your group and compare totals on both platforms. From-prices; children are priced as adults unless the listing gives a child rate.

OptionViator totalGetYourGuide total
barron river rafting$93Compare
half-day rafting$93Compare
tubing and rafting combo$151Compare

Viator and GetYourGuide side by side

Compare current rafting packages.

OptionDurationViator fromGetYourGuide fromRatingBest for
barron river rafting4 h 30 min$93Compare4.8 (1,630)thrill-seekers and beginners
half-day rafting4 h$93Compare4.6 (180)families and active couples
tubing and rafting combo24 h$151Compare4.0 (3)a full day of water adventure

How to choose

  • If you have a car: book the self-drive option on
    A group of people white water rafting through rapids on a yellow raft.
    Barron River Half-Day Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive4 h 4.6 (180)from $93
    Viator$93GetYourGuideCompare
    .
  • If you need transport from Cairns: select the pickup option on
    A group of people white water rafting through rapids on a yellow raft.
    Barron River Rafting: Cairns, Port Douglas or Self-Drive4 h 30 min 4.8 (1,630)from $93
    Viator$93GetYourGuideCompare
    .
  • If you want a full day of water activities: take the
    Many people floating on red tubes down a river surrounded by lush forest.
    Experience Cairns White Water Tubing and Rafting24 h 4.0 (3)from $151
    Viator$151GetYourGuideCompare
    .

Ticket questions

How much does white water rafting in Cairns cost?

Tours range from $135 to $179 AUD depending on transport. You also pay a $20-$30 river levy on the day.

Is hotel pickup included for Barron River rafting?

It depends on your ticket. Higher tier options include transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches. Cheaper options require you to self-drive.

Do you need experience to raft the Barron River?

No experience is needed. The Barron River features Grade 2 and 3 rapids suitable for beginners. Guides provide full training.

From Viator

Recent reviews

4.8

1,630 reviews of the barron river rafting on Viator

Highly recommended. Great crew who made it a fantastic experience. It was everything the website said and then some. Liv was our guide and raft master. She was the best. Highly experienced and so knowledgeable. Definitely recommend to anyone who wants a thrill while in Cairns.
Martin_B2026-10Viator
Even if you have never rafted before this is quite a tame experience with a little thrill added. Took my 12 year old and he loved it
Michelle_S2026-10Viator
Had a fantastic afternoon on the Barron. Jack and Zach were terrific. Thanks
Companion108045841622026-09Viator
barron river raftingfrom $93 on Viator
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