Cairns Aquarium by Twilight with Optional Dining
Cairns Aquarium by Twilight with Optional Dining
The Experience
Your experience Experience the Cairns Aquarium after hours on a two-hour guided twilight tour through 10 tropical ecosystems. Getting started Arrive at Cairns Aquarium and check in near the main entrance before the tour begins. Your expert guide will greet you and provide a brief introduction to the evening’s journey, ensuring all tickets are validated before you enter. What to expect Cairns Aquarium by Twilight This guided experience offers exclusive after-hours access to the Cairns Aquarium, renowned for showcasing the unique biodiversity of Tropical North Queensland. As dusk falls, observe how animals adapt their behaviours from day to night across diverse habitats, from mountain streams to the Coral Sea. Features Guided twilight tour: Explore 10 tropical ecosystems, each highlighting the transition from daylight to night in the Wet Tropics. Animal adaptations: Learn how reptiles, amphibians, insects, and nocturnal fish respond to sunset, emerging from their daytime shelters. Predator interaction: Come face to face with the Coral Sea’s largest night-time predators, including sharks, rays, and groupers, as they become active after dark. Exclusive access: Enjoy the aquarium’s exhibits in a quieter, after-hours setting, allowing for more personal interaction with your guide and the displays.
How to book
Booked on Headout, who runs this experience. Inclusions and cancellation are theirs.
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4.5(887 reviews)Free cancellation · 24h before
from₹6,066
Includes: Exclusive after-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium · 2-hour guided twilight tour through 10 tropical ecosystems · 3-course dinner at Squires Loft Restaurant (as per option selected)
Highlights
- Enjoy exclusive after-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium, with a two-hour guided twilight tour through 10 unique tropical ecosystems.
- See the fascinating transition as animals adapt their behaviors from day to night in the Wet Tropics.
- Spot the Coral Sea’s largest nighttime predators, including sharks, rays, and groupers.
- Learn how reptiles, amphibians, and nocturnal fish emerge at dusk while colorful reef fish seek shelter.
- You can upgrade your ticket for a delicious meal with dishes like fried calamari and sticky date pudding at Squires Loft afterward, an aquatic-themed restaurant.
Included
- Exclusive after-hours entry to Cairns Aquarium
- 2-hour guided twilight tour through 10 tropical ecosystems
- 3-course dinner at Squires Loft Restaurant (as per option selected)
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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What to Bring
Recommended
- Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance. What’s not allowed Pets and outside food and beverages are not allowed inside the aquarium.
Logistics & Transit
Good to know
Who it's for
Min persons: 1
About the guide
Know before you go
Know before you go What to bring Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance. What’s not allowed Pets and outside food and beverages are not allowed inside the aquarium. Accessibility The aquarium is wheelchair accessible, with lifts, escalators, and accessible toilets available throughout the attraction. Additional information Check-in time is at 3pm; the guided tour starts at 3:15pm. Meals for infants are not included unless a child fare is booked. The on-site restaurant will be closed for renovations. A new restaurant, Squires Loft, will open on September 20th, 2025.
The fine print
Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly Please display your mobile voucher along with a valid photo ID at the ticket counter If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification Kindly ensure that you arrive 15 minutes before the start time of your experience to avoid any delays Ticket Redemption Point Your ticket redemption point is at Cairns Aquarium Address: 5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia To locate the ticket redemption point on Google Maps, simply search for - Cairns Aquarium Get Directions to the Ticket Redemption Point Getting There By Bus There are bus services on Lake and Abbott Street, right outside the Aquarium. The Cairns Aquarium is conveniently located in the heart of Cairns, next to Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort and opposite DoubleTree by Hilton By Walk The aquarium is located one block from The Esplanade, two blocks from the Lagoon Pool and an easy 5 mins walk from the Cruise Terminal Validity This ticket is valid on the date selected during checkout
Booked on Headout
From ₹6,066
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