Cairns Aquarium
Cairns Aquarium is a tropical paradise where you can discover the wonders of Australia's Great Barrier Reef and the unique marine life of North Queensland. Dive into immersive exhibits, interactive displays, and breathtaking underwater encounters in this aquatic haven.
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Visit Cairns’ newest attraction for all marine lovers, Cairns Aquarium with free wifi and access to all their shows and presentations.
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With over 16,000 animals to admire like the freshwater fish and crocodiles, this is an undisputed learning experience for all.
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Tuck into the lip-smacking flavors while gazing at the “Under the Pier” saltwater tank with marine creatures.
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Fun Fact: The phrase “crocodile tears” comes from the fact that when a crocodile swallows too much air, it affects the lacrimal gland, which causes tears to flow.
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Visit Cairns’ newest attraction for all marine lovers, Cairns Aquarium with free wifi and access to all their shows and presentations.
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With over 16,000 animals to admire like the freshwater fish and crocodiles, this is an undisputed learning experience for all.
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Tuck into the lip-smacking flavors while gazing at the “Under the Pier” saltwater tank with marine creatures.
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Fun Fact: The phrase “crocodile tears” comes from the fact that when a crocodile swallows too much air, it affects the lacrimal gland, which causes tears to flow.
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Enjoy exclusive after-hours entry to the Cairns Aquarium.
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Learn about the 10 tropical ecosystems here from a wildlife educator during a guided tour at twilight.
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Come face to face with deadly sharks, rays, groupers, and more.
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Savor a delicious meal afterward, against a sealife backdrop should you wish to upgrade your ticket.
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Choose from a 3-course meal, drinks & appetizers, and a barrier reef seafood platter and top off your experience.
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Enjoy exclusive after-hours entry to the Cairns Aquarium.
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Learn about the 10 tropical ecosystems here from a wildlife educator during a guided tour at twilight.
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Come face to face with deadly sharks, rays, groupers, and more.
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Savor a delicious meal afterward, against a sealife backdrop should you wish to upgrade your ticket.
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Choose from a 3-course meal, drinks & appetizers, and a barrier reef seafood platter and top off your experience.
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Life under Australia’s waters is just as impressive as the life above. Meet sharks, rays, crocs, and many more animals with your all-day access.
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A 30-min guided tour will take you close to rescued sea turtles. Learn about the dangers they face and the aquarium's efforts to protect them.
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From Australia’s only 10m Deep Reef Tank and largest freshwater exhibit to a mangrove boardwalk, you are up for many unique experiences.
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You don’t have to be merely a spectator. Take part in marine touch tank shows, ecosystem talks, and watch live diver feeds to enrich your visit.
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Fun Fact: 100% of the proceeds from the Turtle Hospital Tour go towards the care of the rescued sea turtles.
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Life under Australia’s waters is just as impressive as the life above. Meet sharks, rays, crocs, and many more animals with your all-day access.
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A 30-min guided tour will take you close to rescued sea turtles. Learn about the dangers they face and the aquarium's efforts to protect them.
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From Australia’s only 10m Deep Reef Tank and largest freshwater exhibit to a mangrove boardwalk, you are up for many unique experiences.
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You don’t have to be merely a spectator. Take part in marine touch tank shows, ecosystem talks, and watch live diver feeds to enrich your visit.
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Fun Fact: 100% of the proceeds from the Turtle Hospital Tour go towards the care of the rescued sea turtles.
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Enjoy exclusive after-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium and discover the night-time behaviors of nocturnal creatures in the Wet Tropics as the sun sets.
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Embark on a 2-hour guided tour across 10 ecosystems, from mountain ranges to the Coral Sea, guided by an expert wildlife educator.
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Get up close with the Coral Sea's night predators like sharks and rays, and upgrade your ticket for a 2-course state dinner in an aquatic-themed restaurant.
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Fun fact: The Great Barrier Reef is so vast that it's visible from space stretching over 2,300 kilometers and is the world's largest coral reef system.
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Enjoy exclusive after-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium and discover the night-time behaviors of nocturnal creatures in the Wet Tropics as the sun sets.
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Embark on a 2-hour guided tour across 10 ecosystems, from mountain ranges to the Coral Sea, guided by an expert wildlife educator.
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Get up close with the Coral Sea's night predators like sharks and rays, and upgrade your ticket for a 2-course state dinner in an aquatic-themed restaurant.
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Fun fact: The Great Barrier Reef is so vast that it's visible from space stretching over 2,300 kilometers and is the world's largest coral reef system.
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Follow an expert ecologist guide as you how the aquarium looks after its marine life.
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Visit the Turtle Hospital and see the shelled residents under the aquarium's care.
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Enjoy a hand-feeding and scatter-feeding experience of Cownose rays and River monsters.
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Follow an expert ecologist guide as you how the aquarium looks after its marine life.
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Visit the Turtle Hospital and see the shelled residents under the aquarium's care.
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Enjoy a hand-feeding and scatter-feeding experience of Cownose rays and River monsters.
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- Aquariums are a wonderful way to connect with the oceans and its flora and fauna, which is usually hidden from our everyday lives. At the Cairns Aquarium, you get a close look at the most beautiful creatures from The Great Barrier Reef, The Wet Tropics, The Gulf of Savannah, and Cape York regions. If you’re planning a visit, we’ve put together everything you need to know about Cairns Aquarium ticket options, opening hours, and other essential visitor information.
- At Cairns Aquarium you will find an ocean world dedicated to the tropics of North Queensland. Get a close look at the habitats and species of the natural wonders of Australia right in the city of Cairns.
River Systems
Take a trip down the far rivers of Northern Queensland, observing the unusual shapes, sizes, colors, and other features of many of its inhabitants. The wide range of species that thrive in these regions includes catfish, gudgeon, perch, and even the one-of-a-kind freshwater stonefish.Creeks & Streams
Freshwater plants and animals form their unique ecosystems that live in unison with other marine life. The luscious green plants and colorful freshwater fish are bound to catch your eye, providing some unique, breathtaking sights. Here you can get a glimpse of giant prawns and brightly colored crayfish.Waterways & Billabongs
Australia is well known for its rarest and most unique species, particularly in Cape York and Gulf Savannah regions. You can spot some bizarre yet magnificent creatures like the Freshwater Sawfish with its long sharp teeth on its long bony snout! Watch out for barramundi, mangrove jacks, sooty grunters, and the largest species of freshwater whip rays that you’ve ever seen!Tropical Rainforest
Many animal species venture out into the wild only at night, which is why they are often hard to spot. The special displays at Cairns Aquarium will let you get a first-hand look at some of these spectacular nocturnal creatures, including unique species of snakes, lizards, and frogs.Forest Floor
If you’re a nature buff, you’ll know that forest floors form their unique habitat with a wide array of unique species that thrive in these environments. In the forests of Tropical North Queensland, you can find the richest and most diverse collection of insects, spiders, and plant systems. Catch a glimpse at some of the largest forest giants that you’ve ever seen!Life in the Mangrove
Plant systems play a vital role when it comes to marine life. Mangroves in particular filter out sediment from mountain water, providing a rich habitat for unique species to survive such as the fighting crab, crocodiles, reef stars, and other reef fish. The trees themselves have evolved over time to adapt to salt and freshwater, the concentrations of which keep changing.Great Barrier Reef & Dangers of the Reef
The world-famous Great Barrier Reef is the largest collection of coral systems and islands spread across 344,400 square kilometers. You can even see it from space! Get an insight into the unusual shapes, colors, and behaviors of many species that live here, including a few dangerous ones that are potentially fatal to human life!The Coral Sea
Australia is famous for its numerous colorful reefs spread across its oceans. Now you can take a look at these coral reefs right at the Cairns Aquarium at the main Oceanarium. In this area, you will find the highest number of fish in comparison to other reef zones including Reef Sharks, Stingrays, Leopard Sharks, and Coral Trout.Ribbon Reefs
The Reef face at Cairns Aquarium is a 10-meter high, 200,000 liter tank containing rich complex growths of coral and algae. These usually serve as food for other marine animals, attracting them to the surface. The Ribbon Reef is visible from both levels of the aquarium, where you can watch how these creatures move around between shallow and deep surfaces of the ocean.Under the pier
Some animals have grown to adapt to certain man-made structures like jetties and piers. They can make these structures their homes over a certain period. At the Aqualuna Restaurant, you get a close look at Baby Blacktip reef sharks, wrasse, stingrays, and angelfish swimming around a 70,000 liter shark exhibit.
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