15 Rainforest and Jungle Waterfall Tours in Australia Worth the Detour

1.All Inclusive Waterfalls and Rainforest Tour from Cairns

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 741 reviews · from $128Our pick

Spend about 11 hours with Active Tropics Explorer visiting Babinda Boulders, Josephine Falls, Millaa Millaa Falls, Lake Eacham, and a giant fig tree. You get hotel pickup, a local guide, morning and afternoon tea, lunch, park fees, and time to swim. Guides such as Dan, Chandan, John, and Clint are praised for friendly local insight.

“Wonderful day spent seeing the waterfalls and the rainforest. Our guide was outstanding which only added to the enjoyment of the day. Unfortunately it was too chilly of a day for me to get into the water but that didn’t stop others in our group from doing so.”

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2.Byron Bay: Glowworms, Waterfalls & Rainforest Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 497 reviews · 5h 30m · from $91

You’ll travel from Byron Bay into the Nightcap area with guides such as Chris, Douglas, Magnus and Alex, stopping at lookouts, waterfalls and rainforest trails before a glowworm walk. The $91 tour includes transport, entry fees, activities and a light vegetarian or vegan dinner. Bring warm clothes, sturdy shoes and a towel if you plan to swim.

“Excellent. Guide very knowledgable but also genuinely passionate about nature and the forest. Highly recommended.”

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3.Glow-worms, Waterfalls & Rainforest Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 459 reviews · from $99Top rated

From Byron Bay, Chris, Alex, or Douglas guides you into Nightcap National Park for rainforest walks, a waterfall swim, lookouts, and a vegan dinner. After sunset, follow red lights to a glowworm site. Bring covered shoes, swimwear, a towel, warm clothes, and a refillable bottle. The six-hour outing suits moderately fit nature lovers.

“I had a magical time and our guide had a beautiful ethos and great information to share at each stop. The glowworms were even more amazing than expected! Would definitely highly recomend.!”

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4.Atherton Tablelands: Lakes, Waterfalls, Rainforest Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 112 reviews · 10 hours · from $119

Spend 10 hours with Uncle Brian’s Tours visiting Babinda Boulders, Josephine Falls, Milla Milla Falls, and Lake Eacham. You’ll swim, walk through rainforest, eat hot lunch, and travel with a lively English-speaking guide such as Sam, Pauly, Rachel, or Troy. Platypus spotting is included from April through October.

“Amazing! our guide Conrad made the trip one of the best experiences. His energy, knowledge and ability to get everyone on the tour laughing and involved made the trip even better. from start to finish it was such a and outstanding day!”

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5.Amazing Daintree Rainforest Tour Waterfall Hike, Lunch, Swim & Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 103 reviews · from $182

Travel from Port Douglas or Mossman with guide Allister into a secluded part of the Daintree. Walk a sometimes-slick rainforest trail to a waterfall swim, enjoy a chef-prepared lunch with several main-course choices, then cruise the Daintree River by solar-powered boat to look for crocodiles and other wildlife.

“AMAZING EXPERIENCE! A tour for those who are truly outdoorsy as it is true hiking. Alister was the best tour guide and person. He shared so much of his life experiences living in the rainforest with us and was very knowledgeable about the Read more”

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6.Barron Gorge and Kuranda National Park Half Day Rainforest and Waterfall 4WD Tour from Cairns

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · from $131

Ride a 4WD from Cairns through Wet Tropics rainforest, Barron Gorge, Kuranda National Park, and Davies Creek. Stop at Barron Falls, a clear swimming hole, Henry Ross Lookout, and possibly lower Barron Falls. Guides including Lance, James, Steve, Mick, and others explain local plants, wildlife, culture, and history. Morning and afternoon departures are available.

“This small group tour was perfect! The guide was fun and informative as they weaved our group throughout the rain forest, small streams and local landmarks. The off roading was a relaxing adventure.”

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7.Waterfall and Daintree Rainforest Tour – 2 Day Tours

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 51 reviews · 2 days · from $221

Spend two full days from Cairns exploring Babinda Boulders, Josephine Falls, Millaa Millaa Falls, Lake Eacham, Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation. You’ll meet Kuku Yalanji hosts, cruise the Daintree River, swim at selected spots, and travel with guides such as Ben, Adam, John or Patrick, depending on the departure.

“Great day, our tour guide Adam made it so fun and interesting and packed a lot into one day, definitely worth it!”

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8.Gold Coast: Kangaroos, Rainforest & Waterfalls Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 30 reviews · 8h 30m · from $130

Spend about 8.5 hours with guides such as Peter or Talitha, starting among wild kangaroos and koalas before hiking through Springbrook National Park. Walk to three waterfall bases, stop at scenic viewpoints, swim if conditions suit, and enjoy a home-cooked lunch with snacks, water, transport, and park entry included.

“It was a really fantastic experience, the tour guide was very knowledgeable, creating a peaceful and encouraging experience for everyone, international and Australian visitors. The rainforests were spectacular and the animals were observed in their natural environment ( kangaroos/ koalas) Unforgettable and would recommend to anyone visiting the Gold Coast as something really special to experience. Robert and Tina Adelaide SA”

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9.Airlie Waterfalls & Rainforest Bushwalk Eco Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $85

Spend about four hours beyond Airlie Beach with Driftwood Tours, swimming or soaking at Cedar Creek Falls and walking through Conway National Park. Guides such as Cherene and Shirin bring the plants, wildlife, and local culture to life. Expect air-conditioned transport, snacks, a group of no more than 10, and a moderate walk.

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10.Airlie Beach: Waterfall & Rainforest Bushwalk Eco Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 22 reviews · 4 hours · from $84Best value

Join an English-speaking eco guide for a four-hour outing from Airlie Beach. Walk for 1.5 hours through Conway National Park, then swim beneath Cedar Creek Falls. Sherene brings local flora, fungi, fauna, culture, and history to life in a group limited to 10, with hotel pickup, snacks, and water refills included.

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11.Private Half Day Tour: World Heritage Rainforest & Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews

Travel by private vehicle from Cairns into the Wet Tropics World Heritage area. Your guide takes you through Kuranda, Barron Falls, Davies Creek, and Henry Ross Lookout, with time for a swim, light refreshments, bottled water, and hotel pickup and drop-off. Guides such as Lawrence, Steve, and Cathy have led this tour.

“The water falls and the fig trees and the violets were beautiful. The ant hills were fantastic. The trip was excellent in all areas.”

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12.Daintree Rainforest: Waterfall Walk, Swim & Crocodile Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 8 hours · from $173

Join guide Allister from Port Douglas or Mossman for an eight-hour Daintree adventure. Walk an exclusive rainforest trail to a secluded waterfall, swim if you wish, eat lunch with a choice of fish, chicken, steak, kangaroo, or vegetarian dishes, taste tropical fruit, and cruise the Daintree River for crocodiles.

“Our experience was nothing short of amazing. Allistar goes above and beyond to make the experience enjoyable for each and every guest. He offers an exclusive experience which not many tours do, allowing a private waterfall experience for the tour group and the lunch we received was incredible. His knowledge about the area and history is extensive allowing him to answer any questions with ease and providing us with an abundance of insight into the local community and its botanical history. I would highly encourage anyone wanting to visit the Daintree rainforest to take this tour an experience it for themselves as it exceeded our expectations by a mile.”

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13.Private Waterfall and Rainforest Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews

Spend about 11 hours exploring the Atherton Tablelands and tropical north with a private group of up to 13. Stop at Cathedral Fig Tree, Lake Eacham, Malanda, Millaa Millaa Falls, Josephine Falls, and Babinda Boulders. Guides such as Carlos, John, Jess, and Stu mix local stories, music, swimming, and easygoing fun.

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14.Daintree Rainforest: Magic Waterfall Walk with Lunch & Swim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 7 hours · from $145

From Port Douglas or Mossman, Allister guides you through the Daintree to a secluded waterfall and swimming spot. The seven-hour outing combines a scenic drive, rainforest walk, gourmet lunch, tropical fruit tasting, and local stories. The walk is fairly easy but needs good balance, and swimming is optional.

“Wonderful. Enlightening and entertaining. Guide was professional, knowledgeable, and fun. Lunch was delicious! Bring big spray!”

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15.Barefoot Tablelands Waterfall & Rainforest Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 10 reviews · 10h 30m · from $105

Spend about 11 hours with Barefoot Tours exploring Curtain Fig Tree, Millaa Millaa Falls, Josephine Falls, Babinda Boulders, Lake Eacham, and Mungalli Falls. Guides such as Paige and Simon bring local insight, wildlife spotting, and a relaxed pace to this carbon-neutral tour for groups of up to 20.

“I had a super fun day with Paige and Simon on this tour. The stops were all absolutely stunning, and the crew was really knowledgeable, helpful and there to make sure we had a good time. It was a really chill day where I got to see some amazing sights. Highly, highly recommend Barefoot Tours and this experience overall.”

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