Visit the Cairns Aquarium, Cairns

Immerse yourself in the Cairns Aquarium where you can explore the marine life of Australia's tropical north Queensland region. You'll discover over 16,000 aquatic animals from the Great Barrier Reef, Wet Tropics rainforests, Gulf Savannah, and Cape York Peninsula, through fascinating reef exhibits, animal presentations, live diver feeds, and touch-tank shows. You'll also have the chance to explore the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, witness the world's first conservation program for Great Barrier Reef hard corals, and enjoy a VIP experience including hand-feeding stingrays. You can also opt for an upgrade to a Sunrise, Twilight, or Night tour, offering an exclusive glimpse into the unique behaviours of the region's wildlife.

Your excursion begins at the Cairns Aquarium, renowned as the only aquarium in the world solely dedicated to the rich marine life of Australia's tropical north Queensland region. With over 16,000 aquatic animals, the aquarium offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness the vibrant marine life of the Great Barrier Reef, the Wet Tropics rainforests, the Gulf Savannah, and the Cape York Peninsula. Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring reef exhibits, intriguing animal presentations, live diver feeds, and interactive touch-tank shows.

The Cairns Aquarium houses nine key ecosystems spread across eleven zones. You'll witness a truly unique array of marine life, ranging from freshwater fish and pythons to colorful reef fish and sharks. You'll also get a chance to see Australia's only 10-meter deep reef tank, a 360-degree oceanarium, a 20-meter underwater tunnel, and Australia's largest freshwater exhibit. All these extraordinary features guarantee an unforgettable deep-dive into the underwater realm.

As part of your visit to the Cairns Aquarium, you will have the option to participate in additional tours. If you opt for the Turtle Hospital tour, you'll get to meet the rescued turtles and learn about the threats faced by Australia's six species of sea turtles. The tour, lasting approximately 30 minutes, introduces you to the work of the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre, a volunteer-run, charitable entity dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of rescued sea turtles.

Another fascinating optional tour is The Forever Reef Living Coral Biobank Tour. This exclusive 30-minute tour explores the world's first conservation program designed to protect all 415 known species of the Great Barrier Reef's hard corals. You'll learn about the vital role of coral on the Great Barrier Reef and the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve it.

Finally, you can opt for the Marine Life Encounter, which is the ultimate way to experience the Cairns Aquarium. You will receive an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of the aquarium's operations, from the preparation of fish food to the aquarium's state-of-the-art water filtration systems. Not only that, but you'll also have the unique opportunity to hand-feed Cownose Sting Rays and visit the onsite turtle hospital. A day at Cairns Aquarium promises a rich and educational experience, making your visit to Cairns truly memorable.