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Plunge Pools Cairns

Australian-made plunge pools, available in Cairns and Far North Queensland through our local reseller, RIPPA Plunge Pools. Compare our options below, select your size, and design the perfect pool for your space.

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Cairns is warm year-round, with a tropical climate that makes a backyard pool one of the most practical additions to any home. But with humidity, heavy wet seasons and the cost of traditional builds, a full concrete pool isn’t always the right fit. That’s where an Outback plunge pool makes sense.

Suburbs like Edge Hill, Whitfield, Smithfield and Trinity Beach have established homes where a small or circular plunge pool slots neatly into a compact backyard. Across the Northern Beaches, Redlynch and out towards Palm Cove, larger blocks can easily fit a 3.4m family setup.

Unlike traditional concrete or fibreglass pools that take weeks to install, an Outback plunge pool can be placed, connected and filled in hours. As a prebuilt pool, a building permit for the pool itself may not be required, though safety barriers are generally needed and must comply with AS1926.1-2012. We recommend checking with your local council or certifier in QLD.

Built from premium stainless steel with a vinyl liner, every Outback pool is built to handle the tropics. Looking for something beyond a pool? The Outback Tub range offers outdoor hot tubs, cold plunge pools, or wood-fired soaking with the Ember heater.

Whether you’re cooling off after a humid day, adding a cold plunge to your routine, or upgrading a rental or investment property, there’s an Outback product to suit. Outback plunge pools are available in Cairns and Far North Queensland through RIPPA Plunge Pools. Also servicing Townsville and wider Queensland.

Compare Our Cairns Plunge Pools

How Our Plunge Pool Process Works

1

Choose Your Pool

Compare our Classic and Lite ranges, pick your size, depth, colour and extras. Use our Classic design tool or Lite design tool to build your perfect pool and get instant pricing.

2

Available in Cairns

Your pool is manufactured in Australia and available in Cairns and Far North Queensland through our local reseller, RIPPA Plunge Pools.

3

Simply Connect, Fill & Swim

Your pool arrives pre-plumbed and ready to go. Simply place it, connect the equipment, fill with water, and enjoy.

Plunge Pools Size Options

7 Widths

3 Heights

3 Widths

1 Height

Colour Options

11 External Options

1 External Option

6 Internal Options

3 Internal Options

External Construction

Marine Grade
316 Stainless Steel

or

COLORBOND® Steel
with AQUAPLATE® Internal Coating

Marine Grade
316 Stainless Steel

0.75 Double Coated
AQUAPLATE® Base

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Internal Construction

AQUALUX Premium Grade
0.75 Vinyl Liner

Quality
0.50 Vinyl Liner

10mm HeatLock Insulation

40mm PVC Fittings

Oil and Particle Skimmer

10mm HeatLock Insulation

40mm PVC Fittings

Oil and Particle Skimmer

Modification Upgrades

Multi Coloured LED Light

Multi Coloured LED Light

Single or Double Spa Jets

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Built in Bench and Step

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Filtration / Sanitation

Base Kit Included

Everything to get you up and running. Can be upgraded to the Cruise or Smart Package.

Aquahub Included

Plug n' Play all in one Pump, Filter, Chlorinator and Bonus Heat Pump.

Installation Options

Above Ground

Above Ground

In-Ground

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Sloping Sites

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Warranty

15 Year

Structural Warranty
on Shell

18 Year*

Pro-Rata Manufactures
Warranty on Liner

3 Year

Guarantee on
Pre-Plumbed Components

Up to 10 Year Warranty
on Equipment

10 Year

Structural Warranty
on Shell

8 Year

Pro-Rata Manufactures
Warranty on Liner

2 Year

Guarantee on
the Aquahub Equipment

Up to 10 Year Warranty
on Equipment

* 18-Year Warranty with Cruise and Smart equipment only. 12-Year for Base equipment.

Australian Made

Proudly certified Australian Made, with almost every component designed and built by local craftspeople.

Built to Last Made

from premium 316 stainless steel and COLORBOND, designed to handle the Australian sun without ever needing resurfacing.

Freshwater Pools

Up to 90% less chemicals than traditional pools, using a freshwater or mineral system that's gentler on your skin and family.

Quick Installation

Pre-plumbed and ready to go, most pools are placed, connected and filled within hours, not weeks of waiting around.

Fully Relocatable

Moving house? Your pool moves with you, making permits and reinstallation simple no matter where you end up.

Sizes & Colours

From a compact 2.2m courtyard pool to a spacious 3.4m family option, with 11 external and 6 internal colours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a plunge pool cost in Cairns?

Prices start from $14,390 for the Lite range and $19,140 for the Classic range (based on 3.2m wide, 1.30m high). Final pricing depends on size, depth, finish and extras. Use our Classic design tool or Lite design tool to get an instant estimate.

Do I need council approval for a plunge pool in Queensland?

As a prebuilt pool, a building permit for the pool itself may not be required. However, safety barriers are generally required and must comply with AS1926.1-2012. We recommend checking with your local council or certifier in QLD.

How long does installation take?

Most pools are placed, connected and filled within a few hours. Your pool arrives pre-plumbed with all equipment ready to go.

Can a plunge pool fit in a small backyard?

Yes. Our smallest pool starts at 2.2m wide, making it ideal for compact courtyards, side yards and small backyards.
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