Tully River Rafting from Mission Beach

Activities

• Meals
• White Water Rafting

Features

• Return transfers
• Rafting gear
• Safety briefing and paddling instruction
• Guided rafting experience
• Pub dinner

The Tour

Scenic Drive and Arrival in Tully

Participants are picked up from their designated locations and driven through the picturesque landscapes of Far North Queensland to Tully. Upon arrival at the Golden Gumboot, guests have the opportunity to take a short break and grab a quick lunch if desired.

Gear Fitting and Safety Briefing

Once in Tully Gorge, participants are fitted with rafting gear and meet their river guide for a comprehensive safety briefing. The guides provide paddling instructions and ensure everyone is comfortable and ready for the adventure.

Rafting on the Tully River

The rafting experience spans approximately three hours, covering over 27 rapids on the Tully River. The river, nestled within a World Heritage rainforest, offers a mix of fast-moving rapids and calmer stretches, providing both excitement and moments to appreciate the surroundings.

Conclusion and Dinner

After the rafting, guests change into dry clothes and head to El Arish Tavern. Here, a hearty pub dinner is served, offering a chance to relax and share stories from the day's adventure. Participants can also view digital action photos taken during the rafting.

Return Journey

After dinner, guests are transported back to their respective accommodations, concluding a full day of adventure and camaraderie.

Tour options

• Mission Beach Transfers from $260 Includes return transfers from Mission Beach, over 27 rapids on the Tully River, and a pub dinner at El Arish Hotel. Ideal for those staying in the Mission Beach area.
• Mission Beach Pick-up - Return To Cairns from $245 Offers pick-up from Mission Beach and return to Cairns. Enjoy thrilling rafting on the Tully River and a pub dinner. Suitable for guests returning to Cairns.

What to bring

• Lace-up shoes or sandals that will not fall off
• Swimming costume
• Change of clothes
• Sweater for the bus ride home
• Towel
• Sunscreen
• Money for snacks, souvenirs, and photos

Meeting point

For the Mission Beach Transfers option, you will be picked up from accommodation or central points across the Mission Beach area. Pickups occur between 11:45am and 12:55pm, depending on your location. For the Mission Beach Pick-up - Return to Cairns option, the same pickup arrangement applies, with times also ranging from 11:45am to 12:55pm. The exact pickup point and time will be confirmed upon booking. Please be ready a few minutes before your scheduled pickup time.

Useful information

Age and supervision

The minimum age for participants is 13 years. Guests under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Swimming ability

Participants must be competent swimmers to join the Tully River Rafting tour.

Rafting experience

No previous rafting experience is necessary to participate in the Tully River Rafting tour.

What to bring

Guests should bring lace-up shoes or sandals, a swimming costume, a change of clothes, a sweater for the bus ride, a towel, sunscreen, and money for snacks and photos. Avoid wearing jewelry and leave valuables in the hotel safe.

Health considerations

The tour is not suitable for pregnant individuals. Guests with medical conditions or concerns about their physical ability should consult a medical practitioner before booking.

Accessibility

This tour involves white water rafting with over 27 rapids and requires physical activity, making it unsuitable for those with limited mobility..

Customer reviews

• Julia F. (5.0/5), 04-06-2022: Rafting down the Tully river was an amazing experience with the family. Very experienced river guides, made it a fun and memorable experience. Highly recommend.
• Lauren H. (5.0/5), 26-04-2022: A great day out. Our tour guide Andy went above and beyond to make the experience fun and enjoyable for us. I went by myself and was put in with a group of other young women, and felt at home right away. The rafting was both very scenic and fun.
• Fraz A. (5.0/5), 15-09-2021: Thanks from all of us for this great experience
• Jodie P. (5.0/5), 20-12-2019: We had the best time and everyone was very professional. Would highly recommend.
• Donna R. (5.0/5), 06-09-2019: Love the whole day