Highlights
- Feel the thrill of white water rafting on the Barron River
- Navigate Grade 2 and 3 rapids with the help of a guide
- Enjoy the convenience of an optional pickup from Cairns
- Take in the stunning views of the rainforest as you paddle
- Learn about local wildlife as you navigate the river
Description
Meet at the starting point at Lake Placid or get picked up from Cairns. Upon arriving at Lake Placid, meet your friendly guide, gear up with a life jacket, helmet, and optional rafting shoes, before making your way to the river's edge. After a thorough safety briefing and paddle instructions, practice in flat water before diving into the action.
Ease into your journey with gentle rapids to build confidence before tackling more exciting rapids—like the thrilling Rooster Tail. Along the way, enjoy stunning views of the rainforest and learn about local wildlife as you paddle through this beautiful natural setting.
After reaching the take-out point, change into dry clothes and check out your action photos, available for purchase.
Includes
Guided white water rafting experience
Safety briefing and paddle instructions
Life jacket and helmet
Excludes
Action photos (available for purchase)
Shoe hire (available for $5 each)
$35pp river levy
Important Information
- Participants should have a moderate level of fitness
- Participants should be comfortable in water
- The activity is weather dependent, if the activity is cancelled due to weather a full refund is applicable
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund