Cairns Aquarium by Twilight with Optional Dining

Your Experience

Your experience

Experience the Cairns Aquarium after hours on a two-hour guided twilight tour through 10 tropical ecosystems.

Getting started

Arrive at Cairns Aquarium and check in near the main entrance before the tour begins. Your expert guide will greet you and provide a brief introduction to the evening’s journey, ensuring all tickets are validated before you enter.

What to expect

Cairns Aquarium by Twilight

This guided experience offers exclusive after-hours access to the Cairns Aquarium, renowned for showcasing the unique biodiversity of Tropical North Queensland. As dusk falls, observe how animals adapt their behaviours from day to night across diverse habitats, from mountain streams to the Coral Sea.

Features

• Guided twilight tour: Explore 10 tropical ecosystems, each highlighting the transition from daylight to night in the Wet Tropics.

• Animal adaptations: Learn how reptiles, amphibians, insects, and nocturnal fish respond to sunset, emerging from their daytime shelters.

• Predator interaction: Come face to face with the Coral Sea’s largest night-time predators, including sharks, rays, and groupers, as they become active after dark.

• Exclusive access: Enjoy the aquarium’s exhibits in a quieter, after-hours setting, allowing for more personal interaction with your guide and the displays.