• Bookings are essential at least 48 hours in advance. Should Raging Thunder Adventures need to contact you regarding your reservation, they will do so via the email/phone number you have supplied upon making your booking 
• Present printed or smartphone voucher upon arrival

• Cancellations made more than 48 hours before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
• Cancellations made within 48 hours of departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
• Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to bookings

48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

• Swimwear
• Towel
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Change of clothes
• Secure footwear such as sandshoes or adventure sandals (no thongs)
• Cash or card for additional purchases

Every day

Availability:

• Available every day.
  • Morning, self-drive: Departs 8.30am; returns 11.30am (approximately).
  • Morning, with transfers: Departs 8am; returns 12pm (approximately).
  • Afternoon, self-drive: Departs 2.30pm; returns 5.30pm (approximately)
  • Afternoon, with transfers: Departs 2pm; returns 6pm (approximately)
• Not valid: December 25
• Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
• Departure Point: Lake Placid Carpark – 101 Lake Placid Rd, Caravonica QLD 4878. Please arrive on time for a 2.30pm departure time
• Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Return transfers are available from Cairns hotels. Please purchase the ‘Return Transfers Upgrade’ ticket and advise of accommodation location at time of booking
• Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time

Important:

• Exclusions: Meals and drinks
• Any additional personal expenses must be paid directly to vendor(s)
• Children must be aged 12+ to participate in this experience. All children under 18 must be accompanied and supervised by a paying parent/adult guardian (18+)
• A moderate level of swimming ability and a basic understanding of English are required to participate in river rafting
• Hire shoes are available for hire during rafting activity from A$5 per pair, payable directly to Raging Thunder Adventures
• Digital photos and drinks are available for purchase after the rafting tour, payable directly to Raging Thunder Adventures. Please bring cash or credit card for any additional purchases
• All taxes and levies are included in the total price
• Please allow up to four hours for this experience, including travel time

Terms & Conditions:

• Itinerary is subject to change depending on availability, weather and road conditions
• Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
• Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or mechanical issues
• White water rafting tour is not suitable for anyone who might be pregnant
• A medical questionnaire, release, assumption of risk, indemnity form and signed waiver are required from all participants. Travel insurance is recommended
• Late arrivals and no-shows voids voucher

Cancellations:

Cancellations made up to 48 hours before departure date: no cancellation fee applies

Cancellations made between 48 and 24 hours before departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies

Cancellations within 24 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to Booking:

48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made, subject to availability

Please Note:

• Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
• Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

• The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
• We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Raging Thunder Adventures

Since 1984, Raging Thunder Adventures has been the top choice for white water rafting in Cairns, offering year-round trips through breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage-listed rainforests. Whether you’re new to rafting or a seasoned adventurer, the expert guides are ready to take you on an exhilarating journey down some of the world’s finest rivers.

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