
1 Day Cooktown Tour 4WD Drive Adventure
Adult $395 per person
Depart Cairns and Port Douglas each Wednesday
from 28th May - 29th October 2025
Discover Cooktown on this exclusive one day tour for a 4WD adventure taking in some of Australia's most amazing scenery and natural beauty. On your Cooktown Day Tour, you will travel in a purpose-built 4WD, air-conditioned coach, catering specifically to small groups with a limit of just 12 passengers. Cross the Daintree River, traverse the 4wd Bloomfield Track and return along the Mulligan Highway, the Outback of Far North Queensland
The 1 Day Cooktown 4wd Adventure is a big day but a great day out. Â This exclusive tour is a bucket list destination for many Australians. You will travel through where two UNESCO World Heritage sites meet, the Reef and the Rainforest. Recognised for the area's exceptional natural beauty and the importance of its biological diversity and evolutionary history, it's the oldest continuous living rainforest on the planet. Cooktown is a hidden gem of North Queensland with history, culture and stunning views and landscapes. A small quaint friendly Australian town.
Pick up times- please note return times may vary
- 6.30am Cairns City - 6.30pm
- 7.00am Trinity Beach & Palm Cove - 6.00pm
- 7.45am Port Douglas (pick up location is the IGA Bus stop) - 5.00pm
Journey Overview
- Travel north towards Port Douglas along one of Austraia's most scenic coastal drives
- Pass through the picturesque sugar-producing town of Mossman.
- Cross the majestic Daintree River by ferry, entering the ancient Daintree Rainforest.
- Enjoy the lush tropical surroundings and keep an eye out for the elusive Cassowaries.
- Thornton Beach, where the rainforest meets the reef, for a leisurely stroll on the secluded shoreline.
- Travel on the iconic 4WD Bloomfield Track
- Encounter creek crossings, inclines, declines, while soaking in the breathtaking scenery along the way
- Follow the Bloomfield River, pausing for a memorable photo opportunity at Wujal Wujal as we cross it.
- Visit the historic Lions Den Hotel, established in 1875, for a refreshing beverage and a well-deserved break.
Lunch and Cooktown exploration
Arrive at the charming and historic township of Cooktown, nestled between the Endeavour River and Grassy Hill, with Mount Cook as a picturesque backdrop.
- Admire Captain Cook's monument on the banks of the Endeavour River.
- Enjoy a delightful lunch at the Sovereign Resort savouring the local flavours and ambiance.
- Explore the Cooktown Museum, with your admission included, delve into the rich history and heritage of the region.
Afternoon: Some free time to wander around Cooktown, taking in the sights and soaking up the laid-back atmosphere.
Departure:
Gather for departure back to Cairns, reflecting on the day's adventures and the beauty of Far North Queensland.
- Heading home via the inland outback route, it is not long before we stop at the mysterious Black Mountain, a geological world wonder!
- Return journey along the Mulligan Highway, the Palmer River Goldfields region and the Outback landscapes of Far North Queensland
Note: The itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances along the Bloomfield Track
Tour is subject to weather conditions along the 4wd Bloomfield Track, if cancelled by the operator full refund.
Please note select pick up locations - we will advise you the closest to your accommodation
Pick up times- please note return times may vary
- 6.30am Cairns City - 6.30pm
- 7.00am Trinity Beach & Palm Cove - 6.00pm
- 7.45am Port Douglas (pick up location is the IGA Bus stop) - 5.00pm
Journey Overview
- Travel north towards Port Douglas along one of Austraia's most scenic coastal drives
- Pass through the picturesque sugar-producing town of Mossman.
- Cross the majestic Daintree River by ferry, entering the ancient Daintree Rainforest.
- Enjoy the lush tropical surroundings and keep an eye out for the elusive Cassowaries.
- Thornton Beach, where the rainforest meets the reef, for a leisurely stroll on the secluded shoreline.
- Travel on the iconic 4WD Bloomfield Track
- Encounter creek crossings, inclines, declines, while soaking in the breathtaking scenery along the way
- Follow the Bloomfield River, pausing for a memorable photo opportunity at Wujal Wujal as we cross it.
- Visit the historic Lions Den Hotel, established in 1875, for a refreshing beverage and a well-deserved break.
Lunch and Cooktown exploration
Arrive at the charming and historic township of Cooktown, nestled between the Endeavour River and Grassy Hill, with Mount Cook as a picturesque backdrop.
- Admire Captain Cook's monument on the banks of the Endeavour River.
- Enjoy a delightful lunch at the Sovereign Resort savouring the local flavours and ambiance.
- Explore the Cooktown Museum, with your admission included, delve into the rich history and heritage of the region.
Afternoon:Â Some free time to wander around Cooktown, taking in the sights and soaking up the laid-back atmosphere.
Departure:
Gather for departure back to Cairns, reflecting on the day's adventures and the beauty of Far North Queensland.
- Heading home via the inland outback route, it is not long before we stop at the mysterious Black Mountain, a geological world wonder!
- Return journey along the Mulligan Highway, the Palmer River Goldfields region and the Outback landscapes of Far North Queensland
Note: The itinerary is subject to change based on weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances along the Bloomfield Track
Tour is subject to weather conditions along the 4wd Bloomfield Track, if cancelled by the operator full refund.
Please note select pick up locations - we will advise you the closest to your accommodation
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