Barron River White Water Rafting from Port Douglas
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Experience an exciting white water rafting adventure on the Barron River, set against the backdrop of lush World Heritage-listed rainforest in Tropical North Queensland. This fast-paced river is perfect for beginners and thrill-seekers alike, offering a mix of energetic rapids and scenic stretches.
With convenient Port Douglas transfers included, your journey begins with a safety briefing from experienced guides before you hit the water. Navigate a series of fun and dynamic rapids, surge through churning whitewater, and enjoy calmer sections where you can take in the dramatic rainforest surroundings and towering gorge walls.
Ideal for first-time rafters, this guided experience delivers plenty of excitement without being overwhelming, making it a great introduction to white water rafting in one of Australia’s most beautiful natural settings.
Location
What you need to know
- Up to 2 hours of white-water rafting on the Barron River
- Rafting equipment and training provided
- Experienced river guides
- Transfers from Port Douglas select hotels
- River Levy $35 per person - payable on the day of travel
- Souvenir photos - available for purchase
- Shoe hire - available for hire if required
- Fun, exciting and exhilarating for all the family
- 2 hours of whitewater rafting in the beautiful Barron Gorge National Park
- Up to grade 3 rapids
- No experience necessary
- Professional and certified rafting guides
- All training and tuition provided
- Return transfers from Port Douglas hotels included
- Tour departs from Port Douglas approximately 13:45PM and return approximately 19:00PM
- Departs from select accommodation in Port Douglas - required to be selected at the time of booking
- Swimwear
- Towel and a spare change of clothes
- Sunscreen
- Suitable footwear - required to have a secure heel strap
- Water bottle
- Cash/money for river levy and any additional extras
- Some medical conditions, disabilities and impairments may exclude participants from rafting for safety reasons, e.g. serious vision impairments. Passengers should disclose any medical condition, disabilities and impairments at time of booking
- Rafting is not suitable for anyone who is pregnant
- Every participant must sign a Liability Release Form prior to commencing rafting tours
- Passengers under the age of 18 years must have a parent or guardian to sign the Liability Release Form on their behalf
- Minimum age: 12 years for Barron River Rafting
- River Levy $35 per person - payable on the day of travel
- Pre-bookings essential; subject to availability and minimum numbers
- Changes allowed 48 hours prior; within 48 hours the booking becomes non-refundable
- Cancellation Policy Full refund for cancellations made more than 48 hours before the tour. 50% refund for cancellations made between 24 and 48 hours before the tour. No refund for cancellations made less than 24 hours before the tour. No refund for no-shows without notice. However, you may reschedule for another date (with-in 3 years) at a cost of $50.00 per person. Changes to Bookings: No fee for changes made more than 48 hours before the tour. $5.00 per person fee for changes made between 24 and 48 hours before the tour. $15.00 per person fee for changes made less than 24 hours before the tour, but prior to the scheduled departure time. Note: Any booking that is changed within 48 hours of the scheduled tour becomes non-refundable.
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
- Minimum age: 12 years for Barron River Rafting
- River Levy $35 per person - payable on the day of travel
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Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-3B19
- This experience is supplied by Port Douglas White Water Rafting
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