Zoos

Cairns Aquarium by Twilight with Optional Dining

Duration

2 hrs 15 mins - 3 hrs 45 mins

Open today

9:30am - 3:30pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Guided tour

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

    • 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.

    • 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)

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 887 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Jo-anne L

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Apr 2025
    The small group for the tour was amazing

    Claire W

    Group
    Verified booking
    Aug 2022
    The experience was great. No problem at all. We loved our guide his enthusiasm was catching. He was extremely knowledgeable. Thanks to Cameron the whole experience was first clasd

    Zane G

    Verified booking
    Jun 2021
    Cameron was a great guide with a lot of interesting knowledge and facts. The tour travelled at just the right pace for everyone. really great experience. Only surprise was the pot (midi) sized beer, would have appreciated atleast a schooner, otherwise all up a great evening with delicious food and awesome Aquarium

    Belinda J

    Verified booking
    Jun 2021
    We had a wonderful time. Our host was full of information, she was more than happy to answer any questions and she made it fun.

    Jacob K

    Verified booking
    May 2021
    Tour guide was excellent, giving plenty of information and allowing enough time to look around. Meal was delicious

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