Half Day Barron River Rafting
RnRis Australia’s White Water Rafting specialist. Operating since 1986,RnRhas established a reputation synonymous with safety, service and above all, fun.
White Water Rafting is the most exciting and fun way to discover the pristine rainforest of Tropical North Queensland, and has the advantage of departures all year round, tropical water temperatures and ease of access to compliment breath-taking scenery and rapids.
BARRONRIVER
* Great introduction (rapids graded 2 to 3)
* Half-day tour (up to 2 hours of rafting)
* Paddle through the majestic scenery of Barron Gorge National Park
Includes:
* Air-conditioned coach transfers from Cairns& Northern Beaches accommodation.
* Experienced and rigorously trained River Guides
* Humorous and informative commentary
* Safety equipment including helmet, lifejacket and spray jackets
* Additional safety“hold-on” lines equipped inside all rafts
* Afternoon refreshments
* Action photos available for purchase
What to Bring Rafting:
Your ticket and POB Levy of $25
Secured footwear is mandatory. Lace-up sandshoes or reef sandals that WILL get wet - rental shoes are available for $4.
Swimming costume and Towel
Change of clothes (Important!!)
Water resistant 15+ sunscreen
Money for photos and souvenirs
Cap or sun visor which can be worn under your safety helmet
Items can be left on our coach while rafting. Please do not wear any jewellery– we advise that you leave your valuables in your hotel room.
You will need to sign an adventure waiver form.
NB: Minimum age for Rafting is 13 years old.
ITINERARY | ||
Approximate Pick/Up Times: |
Cairns 14:00 |
Northern Beaches13:45 |
1345– 1425 |
Pick up from accommodation and travel to Lake Placid | |
1430– 1500 |
Transfer to start point on river where you will meet your River Guide and fellow paddlers. Change into rafting gear then it’s time to hit the water! | |
1500– 1645 |
Receive a safety briefing and learn paddling techniques and commands, before commencing your rafting trip through the very picturesque Barron Gorge. Tackle grade 2 and 3 rapids including the infamous Rooster Tail where action photos will be taken, before cooling off with a refreshing swim in Lake Placid. | |
1645 - 1715 |
Change into dry clothes. Enjoy some Tea / Coffee / water on completion of your rafting. View photo proofs of your days action.
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1730 - 1800
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Return to accommodation. | |
Approximate Return Times: |
Cairns 18:00 |
Northern Beaches18:00 |
Departs Northern Beaches& Cairns daily.