Tully River Rafting: A Full-Day to Experience Grade 4/5 Rapids in Stunning Rainforest Gorge

Experience the thrill of Grade 4/5 rapids on the Tully River, host of the 2019 World Rafting Championships. Join us for a full-day adventure in a stunning rainforest gorge!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Tully River - The Tully River carves it’s way through the spectacular Tully Gorge, swirling waters surge over and around giant granite boulders surrounded by towering trees, climbing palms and thick rainforest which has dominated this landscape for a thousand years.
What's Included
  • Stay at the historic Feluga Hotel with a rich history of RT and Tully Rafting
  • Comprehensive rafting equipment provided (shoes not included)
  • Inclusive meal (dietary requirements accommodated)
  • Guidance from experienced river guides
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off service (Tully - The Golden Gumboot excluded)
What's Not Included
  • All Fees and Taxes
Additional Information

In 2019, the Tully River was the host venue for the International Rafting Federation’s World Rafting Championships. Renowned globally, this river ensures a peak rafting adventure, boasting over 40 rapids that surge through a magnificent rainforest gorge. Rated as a Grade 4/5 river, the Tully promises an intense, unforgettable journey for those hunting…

Location
The Golden Gumboot
Butler Street
Please meet at The Golden Gumboot if you are self driving for the Tully River Rafting adventure.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.9
(658 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Angele_v
Oct 4, 2025
Fun and thrilling experience! We loved it! - I had a great day with my teenage boys white water rafting on the Tully River. The drive was longer than we expected, but once we were in the water, we forgot about that. We had so much fun, you honestly couldn’t wipe the smile off our faces the whole time. The instructors made us feel safe and were knowledgeable and friendly. An excellent day! Just remember to pack some snacks, plenty of water and insect repellant.
Review provided by Viator
Sandy_b
Sep 23, 2025
Incredible!! - It was a super great day, the Tully is a technical river run and fun, the good staff help with those first timers
Review provided by Viator
Smallham
Sep 21, 2025
Best rafting trip - Joined the full day Tully river rafting. The crew were very friendly and experienced. I have two teenage kids and the guide (Izzy) encouraged them to try stuff like swimming in the river, sitting right at the front of the raft. I had been to a few rafting trip and this is so far the best. My kids have the same thought too.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
745simonew
Jul 31, 2025
Action packed afternoon - Fantastic afternoon ride!. Water was great, guides were pro, and the views were unforgettable. Pure adrenaline rush!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Bruno_o
Jul 31, 2025
Second time around just as amazing as the first - Awesome amazing experience. Was the highlight of our trip. Did it 30+ years ago on my honeymoon now did it again with my 24yr old son. Loved floating down the river in the majestic rainforest , down the exciting rapids and under an intense waterfall! Thank you Dan for looking after us.
Review provided by Viator
Apple_s
Jul 28, 2025
Unforgettable experience @Cairns - It was an unforgettable experience for us. The activity was so wonderful and amazing. The guides were so professional ,friendly and helpful. They also provided the warm clothes for us to keep warm. Every thing was perfect. We had a great time. Thank you for everything.
Review provided by Viator
Roger
Jul 25, 2025
Great afternoon’s rafting on the Tully - Really fun day out for the family. The guides were all really professional and our guide on the river, Sam, was awesome. Seeing a Cassowary was a bonus!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Powelly999
Jul 25, 2025
Well worth the journey! - Amazing time! Well organised and felt safe through out. The scenery was sublime and the rapids exciting. Great craic with our guide Paul and the rest of the rafters. I enjoyed the drive to the start of the rafting: through the Australian countryside and seeing the true country. For those that feel that they are taking a long time to get there - it is definitely worth it. I had a great time with my 2 teenage boys: memories to last
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Nigel_t
Jul 23, 2025
Great fun on the Tully River - It is a fair bit of travelling from Cairns and back, but wow what an experience when you get on the Tully River. It is a real adrenaline rush, but do take out extra insurance as a precaution as level 4 rapids require an additional level of protection. The staff were brilliant and the experience was both a challenge but exhilarating. We were a little apprehensive before going as we are all of a certain age, but the briefings and explanation of how to deal with all scenarios were explained. A real fun day out with a hearty meal at the end. Great fun.
Review provided by Viator
98paulb98
Sep 7, 2025
Good rafting, but too short for the time involved: - Marketed as an “all day river rafting” but reality was 4+ hours driving and weak search for a lunch and inedible dinner and 2.5 hours river rafting.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
From $129
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).