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Cairns Aquarium General Admission Tickets with Turtle Hospital Tour
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Highlights

  • Spend the day exploring 11 immersive ecosystems, from the Wet Tropics Rainforest to the depths of the Coral Sea.
  • See over 16,000 creatures, including sharks, rays, and crocs, across Australia’s only 10-meter Deep Reef Tank and a 20-meter underwater tunnel.
  • Join a 30-minute guided Turtle Hospital Tour and meet rescued sea turtles recovering from injuries and illness.
  • Learn about the threats these turtles face and how the aquarium’s conservation team nurses them back to health.
  • Did you know? 100% of the proceeds from the Turtle Hospital Tour go towards the care of the rescued sea turtles.

Your Experience

See the best of Australia’s marine life and support sea turtle conservation—all in one visit.

Getting started

Show your mobile or printed ticket at the Cairns Aquarium entrance. Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled Turtle Hospital Tour. Staff will guide you to the exhibits and confirm your tour time.

What to expect

Cairns Aquarium

This award-winning facility is known for showcasing marine life from Tropical North Queensland’s unique ecosystems, and the tour introduces you to rescued sea turtles and the conservation work behind their care.

  • Explore 11 immersive zones featuring over 16,000 aquatic and rainforest animals.

  • Walk through Australia’s only 10-meter Deep Reef Tank and a 20-meter underwater tunnel.

  • Join a 30-minute guided tour of the aquarium’s Turtle Rehabilitation Centre.

  • Learn about the threats facing sea turtles and how the facility helps them recover.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • All-day admission to Cairns Aquarium
  • 30-min guided Turtle Hospital Tour
  • Food and drinks

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please arrive at the redemption point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

Ticket Redemption Point

  • Redeem your ticket at Cairns Aquarium.

  • Address: 5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Booking FAQs

The package includes all-day admission to Cairns Aquarium and a 30-minute guided tour of the Turtle Hospital.

The guided Turtle Hospital Tour lasts for 30 minutes.

You'll explore over 11 immersive zones featuring more than 16,000 aquatic and rainforest animals including sharks, rays, crocodiles, as well as Australia’s only 10-meter Deep Reef Tank and a 20-meter underwater tunnel.

You'll need your mobile or printed ticket, light clothing for comfort, and perhaps a camera to capture memories of marine life and turtles.

Pets are not permitted inside the facility.

Flash photography is prohibited, as well as taking photos for commercial use without permission. Also, touching turtles or making loud noises that may disturb them is forbidden.

The experience at the aquarium is fully wheelchair accessible.

100% of the proceeds go towards caring for rescued sea turtles, supporting their recovery and conservation efforts.

Outside food and drink are not allowed within the aquarium premises.

Upon arriving, show your mobile or printed ticket at the entrance. It's recommended to arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled Turtle Hospital Tour for orientation and confirmation of tour timing by staff members.

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