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Raging Thunder Half Day Barron River Rafting

FROM: $158
150
SingleDay
Min. Age
12 Years+

Departure Times

Departs: 8:00am | 2:00pm - Daily
Returns: 12:00pm | 6:00pm - Daily

Pricing Options

$158 AUD / Person - Adult Departing from Lake Placid - Self Drive (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2026)
$169 AUD / Person - Adult Departing from Cairns - Transfers Included (Between: 01 Apr 2024 and 31 Mar 2025)

Raging Thunder's Barron River Rafting is the ultimate thrill-seeking adventure that you don't want to miss out on!

  • Experience the adrenaline-pumping rapids of Barron River on this guided tour 
  • Speed down thrilling drops and free standing waves 
  • Admire the Barron River's beautiful scenery 
  • Rest assured knowing you're in safe hands with heavily experienced guides
  • A memorable experience that you can tick off your bucket-list
  • If you've got a sense of adventure, this one is for you!

The Half Day Rafting tour on the beautiful Barron River is the ideal activity to do if you have a sense of adventure and love to explore the natural world. The half day allows for you to get the most out of your day while leaving the morning or afternoon free for other activities. With highly trained guides who control and navigate the raft, your safety is guaranteed. Learn the raft's techniques all while having the time of your life! Definitely a tour you will never forget!


Features

  • Two hours of river rapid time
  • Perfect for first-timers as you don’t need any experience
  • Great for families (with children over 12)
  • Departing from two locations - Cairns or Lake Placid
  • Adrenaline pumping 
  • Grade 2 and 3 rapids 
  • Experienced and highly trained guides so you know you’re in safe hands
  • All equipment included 
  • Surf the rafts in free standing waves and experience a thrilling drop at Rooster Tail
  • Transfers to and from your accommodation
  • If you're short on time, the half day option is ideal
  • $30pp levy for insurance charges payable on the day of travel

Important Information

  • Minimum age is 12 years. Rafting is not suitable for anyone who is pregnant.
  • A $30pp levy is payable on the day of travel for national park land management and is included in the advertised price.

Check out our Raging Thunder 1 Day Tully River Rafting tour for a full day on the rapids!

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Early Afternoon Itinerary

8:00 - 8:30am Pick-ups around the Cairns City and Northern Beaches. Drive to Lake Placid to meet other rafters who drove themselves. 
8:30 - 8:45am Travel as a group to the Barron River Gorge and get fitted with the rafting attire
8:45 - 9:00am Meet your tour guide and receive a safety briefing and instructions on how to paddle
9:00 - 11:00am The fun begins! R...

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What To Bring

  • Secure footwear (shoes are available for hire for $5)
  • Swimming attire
  • Change of dry clothes
  • Towel
  • Waterproof sunscreen
  • Money for additional refreshments or digital photos
  • Optional cap to wear under helmet

What's Included

  • All tuition provided, no experience necessary
  • Equipment 
  • Accommodation transfers from Cairns City and Northern Beaches (except self-drive)

What's Extra

  • Important Note: A $30pp levy is payable on the d...

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