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Cairns - QLD 

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Latitude17.01763º S 17º 01' 3.47" S
Longitude145.7431º E 145º 44' 35.12" E
Altitude15m
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 Location of Cairns

From Gordonvale, 9.93kms NW (11.1kms, 13mins driving) Driving Directions
From Cairns, 10.8kms S (13.3kms, 17mins driving) Driving Directions
From Yarrabah, 18.02kms SW (39.6kms, 53mins driving) Driving Directions
From Mareeba, 34.08kms E (76.5kms, 1hr 14mins driving) Driving Directions
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Great Barrier Reef Cruise + Daintree 2 Day Tour - QLD [6.88km]  
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Family Kids Activities
A two day tour that takes in the best of the region! Over 2 days, discover the real reef as you join our luxury day cruise to the outer edge of the Great Barrier Reef.
1 Day Cooktown 4WD Drive-Fly - QLD [8.38km]  
Activities 
Flying Scenic Flights
Travel by 4WD to the historic township of Cooktown.
1 Day Aboriginal Rock Art Tour - QLD [8.87km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours History & Culture
The Aboriginal rock art sites of the Nugal-warra are about 40 minutes drive from Cooktown.
Reef Cruise & White Water Rafting Package - QLD [9.03km]  
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Water Activities White Water Rafting
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Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda 2 Day Package - QLD [10.01km]  
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Family Train Rides
Discover the Great Barrier Reef as you join our luxury day cruise to the outer edge by fast, air-conditioned catamaran.
Green Island Cruise - Pak 2 Full Day + Coach 11am - QLD [10.59km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Cruise to Green Island in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned catamaran.
Full Day River Fishing for 2 - QLD [10.74km]  
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Group Friends & Social
Enjoy a full day of fun, exploring and fishing on the gorgeous Mulgrave/Russell River (app. 40 kms south of Cairns).
Port Douglas Experience - QLD [10.76km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon visit to Port Douglas, an international celebrity hotspot and popular film location.
Best of Cairns - QLD [10.8km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours History & Culture
Gray Line's exclusive Best of Cairns tour exemplifies the character of FarNorth Queensland.
Green Island Cruise Pak 2 -Full Day + Coach - 9am - QLD [10.8km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Cruise to Green Island in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned catamaran.
Outback and Atherton Tablelands Experience - QLD [10.82km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Witness the diverse landscapes of Tropical North Queensland, crossing rich tropical rainforests and agricultural fields on the Atherton Tablelands into the Gulf Savannah Plains of
14,000ft Tandem Skydive - Cairns - QLD [10.95km]  
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Extreme Sky Diving
The Great Barrier Reef provides the backdrop for this exhilarating tandem skydiving experience over Cairns.
9000ft Tandem Skydive - Cairns - QLD [10.95km]  
Activities 
Extreme Sky Diving
The Great Barrier Reef provides the backdrop for this exhilarating tandem skydiving experience over Cairns.
Calm Water Cruise and Crocodile Farm Tour - QLD [11.02km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Enjoy a calm water cruise along Trinity Inlet, through the mangroves and spot crocodiles from the safety of our vessel.
Great Barrier Reef Cruise to pristine Moore Reef - QLD [11.05km]  
Activities 
Family Kids Activities
Discover the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef as you join our luxury day cruise to the outer edge of one of the seven wonders of the world, all by our fast, air-conditioned cat
Great Barrier Reef Cruise &Seawalker Helmet Diving - QLD [11.05km]  
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Water Activities Snorkel & Scuba Diving
Experience the marine life of the Great Barrier Reef by joining our Seawalker Helmet Diving adventure program.
The Ultimate Cairns Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour - QLD [11.05km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
A guided snorkelling adventure tour is the ideal way to experience the Great Barrier Reef.
Cairns Sunset Cruise - QLD [11.19km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours Cruises
What better way to start your evening than with a sunset cruise aboard our modern, air-conditioned 14 metre catamaran.
Half Day Private Charter - QLD [11.24km]  
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Group Friends & Social
On your half day private fishing charter you get to choose the experience you want!
Full Day Private Charter - QLD [11.25km]  
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Group Bucks Party
On your full day private fishing charter you get to choose the experience you want!
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Eco Tour - QLD [11.25km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Enjoy a wonderful eco tour that includes the Daintree River and Environmental centre, Cape Tribulation Beach and Mossman Gorge.
Green Island Cruise Pak 4 + Coach Transfers - 9am - QLD [11.26km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Jump on our modern air-conditioned catamaran for a cruise to Green Island.
Estuary Half Day Fishing for 2 - QLD [11.27km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Fishing
Experience a guided estuary fishing charter with `Dazzling Daza`. We supply all rods and reels, bait and tackle, cool and hot drinks.
2 Day Cooktown Explorer - QLD [11.32km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours History & Culture
If you are into history, botany, adventure, getting away from it all, seeing the rainforest and the outback, or 4 wheel driving then this is the trip for you.
3 Day Cape Tribulation - Cooktown Wanderer - QLD [11.32km]  
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Attractions & Tours History & Culture
Explore the magic of Tropical North Queensland. Experience a night in the oldest rainforest on the planet.
Highlander Food Trail Tour - QLD [11.33km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
A day of sightseeing with Food Trail Tours explores the varied landscapes and what local food & wine producers offer.
Tandem Skydive 14,000ft - Cairns - QLD [11.42km]  
Activities 
Extreme Sky Diving
Experience some of the most spectacular sky diving in the Tropical North Queensland at the closest possible beach to Cairns.
Great Barrier Reef Diving Adventures - 2 Day - QLD [11.44km]  
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Getaway Relax & Unwind
A trip to North Queensland is not complete without time on the magnificent Great Barrier Reef.
Sunset Cruise and Dinner Package - QLD [11.5km]  
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Attractions & Tours Cruises
Enjoy a Sunset Cruise aboard 'MV Habitat Explorer' were you will be treated to a spectacular view of the Cairns CBD at sunset while enjoying a welcome drink.
Award Winning Great Barrier Reef Day Tour - QLD [11.63km]  
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Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
This mulit award winning reef company travels daily to two fantastic outer Great Barrier Reef destinations.
Russell River Sports Rafting ex Cairns - QLD [12km]  
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Extreme Extreme Sports
Just an hour south of Cairns, we have created a rafting adventurers dream on the Russell River. There is nothing else like this in Australia.
Cape Tribulation and Daintree Eco Experience - QLD [12.62km]  
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Outdoor Nature & Eco
Join us for a small, personalised tour to “where the rainforest meets the reef.” Journey to the Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary and the Mossman Gorge.
Reef Encounter - QLD [14.42km]  
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Attractions & Tours 2-5 Day Short Tours
The ultimate way to see the Great Barrier Reef- live and sleep on the Reef, and see it at it's best day and night! Stay 1 night or as many as you like.
60min Reef and Rainforest Helicopter Scenic Flight - QLD [14.74km]  
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Flying Helicopter Flights
Take up the awesome opportunity to glide high above the lush tropical canopy of pristine Rainforest, Kuranda, the Barron Gorge, Stoney Creek Falls and the Great Barrier Reef
The 'U-Fly' Ultimate Heli Flight - QLD [14.75km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
If you've ever wanted to learn to fly a helicopter, then this is the experience you just can't afford to miss!
Full Day Cruise & Scenic Helicopter Flight - QLD [14.8km]  
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Flying Helicopter Flights
Spend the day cruising around two reef destinations. A BBQ lunch and underwater activities such as snorkeling, semi-submersible and glass bottom boat are all included.
Cairns In A Day - Gone Wild - Full Day Package - QLD [14.8km]  
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Family Kids Activities
Enjoy a full morning zoo program, experience an awesome 30 minute scenic flight over the Great Barrier Reef to our exclusive pontoon at North Hastings Reef, enjoy a tropical lun
Reef Cruise and Helicopter Flight - QLD [14.8km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
Your trip begins with a cruise to the magical Great Barrier Reef aboard our luxury cruiser.
Great Barrier Reef 30 Minute Helicopter Flight - QLD [14.8km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
Take off on a helicopter flight with views over Cairns city and head out over the Coral Sea.
Helicopter Fantasy Flight - QLD [14.8km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
You and your partner can indulge in a helicopter flight to a secluded sand cay, where the tranquil surroundings will lull you into an amazing sense of being.
20min Rainforest and Beaches Scenic Heli Flight - QLD [14.84km]  
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Flying Helicopter Flights
See Cairns from a completely different perspective!
Fly / Cruise - Half Day Tour - QLD [15.03km]  
Activities 
Flying Helicopter Flights
Take a helicopter flight over four reef locations before boarding Osprey V at North Hastings Reef. Here you'll enjoy a range of underwater activities.
Aboriginal Bama Way Discovery Tour - 3 Day - QLD [19.41km]  
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Attractions & Tours 4WD Adventures
The Bama Way is a 3 day tour from Cairns and Port Douglas north to Cooktown.
White Water Rafting on Barron River - Half Day - QLD [19.81km]  
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Extreme Extreme Sports
Feel the rush of white water rafting! Join us for some true fun and excitement on the Barron River.
Barron Sports Rafting ex. Cairns - QLD [19.81km]  
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Extreme Extreme Sports
The beautiful Barron Gorge National Park is only 20 minutes from the centre of Cairns. Sit in the drivers seat and Raft!
Barron Sports Rafting ex. Port Douglas - QLD [19.81km]  
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Extreme Extreme Sports
The beautiful Barron Gorge National Park is only 40 minutes from Port Douglas. Sit in the drivers seat and Raft!
Barron River Rafting - Half Day - QLD [20.37km]  
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Extreme Extreme Sports
Are you ready for some white water rafting adventure along the Barron River in North Queensland?
Quad Biking Adventure - QLD [21.26km]  
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Driving Offroad Driving
Get face to face with nature cruising through bushland on your own powerful ATV (all terrain vehicle). This adventure takes in some amazing scenery along the way.
Minjin Jungle Swing - QLD [23.12km]  
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Extreme Bungy
This 45m Swing is designed to give the ultimate ground rush feeling in a controlled environment.
Classic Kuranda Experience - QLD [23.92km]  
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Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
With the Classic Kuranda Experience you will be visiting Kuranda Scenic Railway, Kuranda Village, Rainforestation Nature Park and Skyrail, Kuranda, Queensland.
Tower Bungy Jump - QLD [24.68km]  
Activities 
Extreme Bungy
Climb to the top of our tower to experience the bungy jump of a lifetime!
Rainforestation Nature Experience - QLD [24.91km]  
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Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Get back to nature with this experience. Visit the Koala & Wildlife Park and come face to face with crocodiles, kangaroos and wallabies.
Dinner Cruise - QLD [26.48km]  
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Wine & Dine Romantic Eats
Discover the delights of evening cruising with Ocean Spirit Cruises. Enjoy dinner on our luxurious catamaran while cruising on the calm waters of Cairns.
Overnight Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard - QLD [26.96km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 2-5 Day Short Tours
Simply come aboard and enjoy the serenity and the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.
Green Island on the Reef - QLD [32.5km]  
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Family Kids Activities
Green Island is an idyllic coral cay in paradise.
Flames of the Forest - QLD [32.78km]  
Activities 
Family Kids Activities
Flames of the Forest transports you into a world beyond your imagination so relaxing and uplifting for your soul you will never want to leave.
Kuranda Rainforest Full Day Tour - QLD [33.78km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours History & Culture
Tropical North Queensland rainforest is to experience nature at its finest!
Ultimate Kuranda Experience - QLD [34.28km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
What more can you ask for than the Ultimate Kuranda Experience!
Cape Tribulation Day Tour - QLD [35.85km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Enjoy a full day tour including lunch in the beautiful Cape Tribulation.
Green Island - Half Day Pak 6 + Coach Transfers - QLD [37.95km]  
Activities 
Getaway Relax & Unwind
Cruise to Green Island in comfort aboard a modern air-conditioned catamaran.
Green Island Cruise Pak 4 + Coach Transfer - 11am - QLD [38.08km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Green Island is a tropical island paradise on Australia's Great Barrier Reef.
Coral Sea Island Sailing - Low Isles - QLD [40.34km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Experience the Great Barrier Reef on board our luxury 30 metre sailing catamaran. Take in the excitement of big ship sailing combined with the ultimate in comfort.
Kuranda Day Tour - QLD [40.94km]  
Activities 
Outdoor Nature & Eco
Integrating intimate group sizes of like-minded travellers, superior first class vehicles, specialist guides, and rare flexibility of itinerary, our tour traverses the magnificent
Kuranda Rail, Skyrail & Tjapukai - QLD [43.11km]  
Activities 
Family Train Rides
Enjoy a full day tour experiencing the best Cairns has to offer.
Reef Experience - QLD [43.82km]  
Activities 
Attractions & Tours 1 Day Tours
Join us aboard Reef Experience for an unforgettable journey to pristine outer reef locations and discover the breathtaking wonder beneath the surface yourself.
Great Barrier Reef Cruise + Daintree 2 Day Tour - QLD [6.88km]
1 Day Cooktown 4WD Drive-Fly - QLD [8.38km]
1 Day Aboriginal Rock Art Tour - QLD [8.87km]
Reef Cruise & White Water Rafting Package - QLD [9.03km]
Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda 2 Day Package - QLD [10.01km]
Green Island Cruise - Pak 2 Full Day + Coach 11am - QLD [10.59km]
Full Day River Fishing for 2 - QLD [10.74km]
Port Douglas Experience - QLD [10.76km]
Best of Cairns - QLD [10.8km]
Green Island Cruise Pak 2 -Full Day + Coach - 9am - QLD [10.8km]
Outback and Atherton Tablelands Experience - QLD [10.82km]
14,000ft Tandem Skydive - Cairns - QLD [10.95km]
9000ft Tandem Skydive - Cairns - QLD [10.95km]
Calm Water Cruise and Crocodile Farm Tour - QLD [11.02km]
Great Barrier Reef Cruise to pristine Moore Reef - QLD [11.05km]
Great Barrier Reef Cruise &Seawalker Helmet Diving - QLD [11.05km]
The Ultimate Cairns Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour - QLD [11.05km]
Cairns Sunset Cruise - QLD [11.19km]
Half Day Private Charter - QLD [11.24km]
Full Day Private Charter - QLD [11.25km]
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Eco Tour - QLD [11.25km]
Green Island Cruise Pak 4 + Coach Transfers - 9am - QLD [11.26km]
Estuary Half Day Fishing for 2 - QLD [11.27km]
2 Day Cooktown Explorer - QLD [11.32km]
3 Day Cape Tribulation - Cooktown Wanderer - QLD [11.32km]
Highlander Food Trail Tour - QLD [11.33km]
Tandem Skydive 14,000ft - Cairns - QLD [11.42km]
Great Barrier Reef Diving Adventures - 2 Day - QLD [11.44km]
Sunset Cruise and Dinner Package - QLD [11.5km]
Award Winning Great Barrier Reef Day Tour - QLD [11.63km]
Russell River Sports Rafting ex Cairns - QLD [12km]
Cape Tribulation and Daintree Eco Experience - QLD [12.62km]
Reef Encounter - QLD [14.42km]
60min Reef and Rainforest Helicopter Scenic Flight - QLD [14.74km]
The 'U-Fly' Ultimate Heli Flight - QLD [14.75km]
Full Day Cruise & Scenic Helicopter Flight - QLD [14.8km]
Cairns In A Day - Gone Wild - Full Day Package - QLD [14.8km]
Reef Cruise and Helicopter Flight - QLD [14.8km]
Great Barrier Reef 30 Minute Helicopter Flight - QLD [14.8km]
Helicopter Fantasy Flight - QLD [14.8km]
20min Rainforest and Beaches Scenic Heli Flight - QLD [14.84km]
Fly / Cruise - Half Day Tour - QLD [15.03km]
Aboriginal Bama Way Discovery Tour - 3 Day - QLD [19.41km]
White Water Rafting on Barron River - Half Day - QLD [19.81km]
Barron Sports Rafting ex. Cairns - QLD [19.81km]
Barron Sports Rafting ex. Port Douglas - QLD [19.81km]
Barron River Rafting - Half Day - QLD [20.37km]
Quad Biking Adventure - QLD [21.26km]
Minjin Jungle Swing - QLD [23.12km]
Classic Kuranda Experience - QLD [23.92km]
Tower Bungy Jump - QLD [24.68km]
Rainforestation Nature Experience - QLD [24.91km]
Dinner Cruise - QLD [26.48km]
Overnight Great Barrier Reef Liveaboard - QLD [26.96km]
Green Island on the Reef - QLD [32.5km]
Flames of the Forest - QLD [32.78km]
Kuranda Rainforest Full Day Tour - QLD [33.78km]
Ultimate Kuranda Experience - QLD [34.28km]
Cape Tribulation Day Tour - QLD [35.85km]
Green Island - Half Day Pak 6 + Coach Transfers - QLD [37.95km]
Green Island Cruise Pak 4 + Coach Transfer - 11am - QLD [38.08km]
Coral Sea Island Sailing - Low Isles - QLD [40.34km]
Kuranda Day Tour - QLD [40.94km]
Kuranda Rail, Skyrail & Tjapukai - QLD [43.11km]
Reef Experience - QLD [43.82km]

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Edmonton - QLD [0.34km]
Queerah - QLD [1.3km]
Collinson's Siding - QLD [1.62km]
Yatee - QLD [2.72km]
White Rock - QLD [3.07km]
Kamma - QLD [4.67km]

 Weather & Climate for Cairns

Closest Weather Station

Cairns at 09:00 24 Nov EST
Distance from Cairns 16.01km N
TemperatureFeels LikeRel. HumidityDew PointPressureRainfallWind DirectionWind SpeedGusts
27.6°C 28.2°C 64% 20.3°C 1013.1hPa 0.0mm SSE 17km/h
9knots
26km/h
14knots

Closest Climatic Station

Cairns Aero
Distance from Cairns 16.01km N
 JanFebMarAprMayJun JulAugSepOctNovDec
Mean Max. °C 31.431.230.529.2 27.625.925.726.5 28.029.530.631.4
Mean Min. °C 23.723.723.021.6 19.917.817.017.4 18.620.622.323.3
Mean Rain mm 384.8448.5419.5202.1 92.347.229.527.9 34.239.392.4177.8

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