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A Small Group Daintree & Cape Tribulation Day Tour
from A$259 per person
1 hour
Travel from Cairns along the stunning coastal road to explore Mossman Gorge, cruise the Daintree River in search of wildlife, and venture into the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Finish the day at Cape Tribulation Beach, where the rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef.
Set off from Cairns (or the Northern Beaches/Port Douglas) on a full‑day, small‑group journey through Tropical North Queensland's most intriguing landscapes. The day begins with a scenic coastal drive via the Great Barrier Reef Drive to Port Douglas, pausing at Rex Lookout and Flagstaff Hill for sweeping views of the Coral Sea and 4 Mile Beach.
Next, immerse yourself in the cool, clear waters and rainforest canopy of Mossman Gorge - enjoy a guided rainforest walk and, if conditions allow, a refreshing swim in the river.
Then it's lunch at a quality restaurant where you'll have a selection of meals to choose from.
After lunch, the adventure continues with a 1‑hour wildlife and scenic cruise along the Daintree River where you may spot crocodiles, turtles, birds and riverine rainforest landscapes. Then comes the iconic cable‑ferry crossing over the river into the ancient Daintree Rainforest - the world's oldest surviving tropical rainforest.
From Alexandra Lookout you'll enjoy panoramic views of the rainforest tumbling to sea.
The final highlight is Cape Tribulation ‑‑ the only place on Earth where two World Heritage areas meet: rainforest and reef. Walk along its golden beach, soak up the extraordinary setting, and feel the uniqueness of this wild place. On the drive back, you may stop at the local ice‑cream company in the Daintree region (at own cost) to cap the day sweetly.
With experienced naturalist guides providing commentary throughout, hotel pickup and return, small‑group comfort in air‑conditioned vehicles, this tour offers a premium experience of the land where reef meets rainforest.
- Full interpretation and commentary by naturalist guides.
- Visit to Port Douglas including Flagstaff Hill lookout over 4 Mile Beach.
- Visit to Mossman Gorge: guided walk and swim in the cool waters of the Mossman River.
- Morning tea & lunch (choice of meals at lunch).
- 1‑hour Daintree River Cruise.
- Daintree River cable crossing (both ways).
- Visit to Alexandra Lookout - scenic photography vantage point.
- Visit to Daintree Rainforest (oldest surviving tropical rainforest) and a botanical walk.
- Visit to Cape Tribulation Beach and lookout - where rainforest meets reef.
- All attractions, national park fees and permits as per the itinerary.
- Small‑group touring in comfortable, late‑model, air‑conditioned vehicles.
Start: Cape Tribulation QLD 4873, Australia
Duration & pickup details:Departs Cairns city 7:00 am (returns circa 6:30 pm). From Northern Beaches depart around 7:45 am (returns 6:00 pm). From Port Douglas depart 8:45 am (returns 5:30 pm).What to Bring:
- Swimmers and towel (for a swim at Mossman Gorge, weather permitting)
- Lightweight clothing (shorts and t-shirt)
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat and sunscreen
- Cash or credit card (for optional purchases like local Daintree ice cream)
- Refillable water bottle
