Mission Beach Tours

Mission Beach is a lovely seaside town, boasting several unique travel activities including skydiving out of a plane at 15,000 feet, white water rafting down the Tully River and bike riding through the rainforest and on the beach. Everyone who visits Mission Beach falls in love with the vibe and culture of this tiny town. It is truly unique and a definite must on your East Coast adventure.

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority originated in Mission Beach and is the closest point to the reef itself. Travel less than 40km on a boat offshore and you will arrive at this wonder of the world. This part of the reef is often secluded and uncrowded, making it the perfect place to discover this magical underwater oasis.

Best Mission Beach Day Tours

Experience the ultimate adrenaline rush and jump out of a plane at 15,000 feet overlooking pristine ocean and tropical jungle! Discover why Mission Beach is the top skydiving destination in Australia, as you take in the 14 kilometres of white sandy beaches, emerald rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef, and turquoise water as far as the eye can see. Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime as you leap from a plane to freefall at over 200kms per hour. If that is not good enough, you will have up to seven minutes flying with a parachute soaking up the stunning views from under the canopy as you float back down to land on the tropical beach below.

White water rafting is a must do activity when you are visiting Mission Beach. Join the Tully White Water Rafting tour departing from Mission Beach in the morning, where you will be picked up from your accommodation at around 9am. You will begin the day with a 45-minute informative drive from the beach, along the beautiful winding Tully Gorge Road into World Heritage Listed National Park and Rainforest. Be sure to keep an eye out for the famed and mysterious cassowary along the way. Once arrived, you will unload the rafts, kit up and prepare for an awesome day of white-water rafting. You will tackle the grade 2 and 3 rapids along 12 kilometres of pristine water, accompanied by friendly and knowledgeable guides the entire journey, showing you everything you need to know.

If you want an even greater challenge, join the Xtreme White Water Rafting day trip, where you will have experienced guides take you on the harder, faster, and more complicated rapids. You will also have the chance to face your fears rock jumping, rapid swimming, and raft surfing. Lunch is included on both trips and we guarantee this is an exceptional experience you won’t forget full of adventure, fun and beautiful scenery!