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north queensland & great barrier reef - white water rafting
barron river family rafting
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Foaming Fury’s heart thumping ride spears through The Barron Gorge National Park and the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics. In the calmer sections you will get to enjoy the ethereal beauty of the worlds oldest rainforest and waterfalls from a unique waterline perspective. During the day you will also discover why the Barron’s rapids have names such as "Rooster Tail", "Cheese Churn" and “Hells Gate.” Grade 3 Rapids: Rapids with fairly high waves (1-2 m); broken water, stoppers and strong eddies; exposed rocks; small falls. The passage may be difficult to recognise from on the river and inspection from the bank may be required. Maneuvering to negotiate the rapids is required. highlights inclusions times additional information rates
Grade 4 Rapids: Difficult rapids with high, powerful, irregular waves; broken and confused water; often boiling eddies; strong stoppers; ledges; drops and dangerous exposed rocks. The passage is often difficult to recognise and inspection from the bank is preferable. Precise and sequential maneuvering is required. highlights inclusions times additional information rates
The two man sports rafts are deflated and share carried in to the start of the river, this all adds to the hands on adventure. Guides will provide the necessary instructions and river knowledge to allow you to enjoy the personal challenge of sports rafting in safety. Numbers are limited to ensure personalised service and maximum fun. highlights inclusions times additional information rates
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Foaming Fury is the only company offering a white water experience for families with children as young as six years of age, no experience is necessary. To maximise the enjoyment of the Barron River, Foaming Fury has chosen to operate the more responsive two person sports rafts. Just 20 minutes north-west from Cairns/Northern Beaches and 40 minutes from Port Douglas. This tour offers a high Guide to passenger ratio ensuring safety is first class with an emphasis on having a fun day.
two hours duration 
The Barron River Gorge is located 20 minutes drive north of Cairns and lies along a traditional pathway used by the original indigenous Djabugay people. The spectacular Barron Falls, further upstream, are considered a sacred site. The famous Kuranda Railway and Skyrail Cableway also traverse sections of the gorge.
Australia’s most famous 1 day rafting adventure, Rapids to Grade 4. If you want the ultimate in rafting, you want an unforgettable day on the Tully River. It’s the North’s guaranteed tropical white water, white knuckle adventure. On the Tully River full day trip, rafters can tackle over 45 extraordinary rapids. The magnificent waterfalls that cascade down the gorge walls through World Heritage Jurassic era rainforest provide an unforgettable backdrop. 
The Russell River, 50 minutes south of Cairns is a clear naturally flowing river, combining the excitement of rafting with the beauty of the rainforest. It’s affordable, nail biting and exhilarating! With rapids ranging from grade 1 to 4, rafting on the Russell River is perfect for beginners, no experience is necessary.