2 Day Daintree Rainforest & Great Barrier Reef Tour from Cairns
2 Day Cape Tribulation and Great Barrier Reef Tour from Cairns and Port Douglas. Overnight in the world’s oldest continuous living Rainforest on the planet and explore the untouched Great Barrier Reef from Cape Tribulation.
The 2-Day Daintree -Great Barrier Reef experience is a small group tour with strictly limited places and that’s exactly what makes it so special. Because numbers are kept low, availability can fill up quickly, especially during peak season.
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Discover where the Rainforest meets the Reef on this 2 day, 1 night Daintree and Great Barrier Reef tour from Cairns and Port Douglas. Experience Mossman Gorge with a Welcome to Country and Indigenous Smoke Ceremony alongside the Kuku Yalanji people, then cruise the crocodile-inhabited Daintree River, keeping an eye out for native birds, snakes, and basking crocs. After lunch in the rainforest, settle in for an overnight stay at Cape Tribulation, surrounded by jungle sounds and starry skies. The next morning, board a vessel for a half-day Great Barrier Reef snorkelling adventure before returning to Cairns and Port Douglas.
Adult – Shared Single (Sleeps 4) 2 x Bunk Beds – Shared Bathroom – $556 per person
Adult – Twin or Double room with Ensuite – $598 per person
Adult – Single room with Ensuite– $732
Itinerary
Day 1 Cairns to Cape Tribulation
Morning – Mossman Gorge
Scenic coastal drive north from Cairns to the Daintree, arriving at Mossman Gorge for a Welcome to Country and Indigenous Smoking Ceremony with the Kuku Yalanji people, Traditional Custodians of this land. A guided walk reveals the secrets of this ancient rainforest, with time to swim in the cool, clear waters of the gorge.
Midday – Daintree River Wildlife Cruise
Cruise the legendary Daintree River, spotting saltwater crocodiles, snakes and birdlife while your guide shares insights into this unique ecosystem.
Afternoon – Lunch & Arrival
Lunch surrounded by rainforest, then arrival in Cape Tribulation, where reef meets rainforest in a true World Heritage meeting of two ecosystems.
Your Stay – Safari Lodge, Cape Tribulation
Cosy cabins and shaded campsites tucked into the Daintree rainforest, walking distance to tropical beaches — the perfect base for exploring the region.
Evening & Night
Rainforest Soundtrack – frogs, insects and rustling wildlife create a natural symphony as night falls
Total Darkness, Total Stars – minimal light pollution means incredible stargazing once the canopy opens up
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Day 2: Great Barrier Reef – Half Day Snorkelling Adventure
Step aboard a custom-built vessel for a half-day Great Barrier Reef Adventure. Snorkel at a vibrant coral site teeming with marine life—colourful fish, giant clams, and perhaps even a curious turtle cruising by
A maximum of 25 passengers allowing you to experience tropical paradise and the pleasure of a small group. The vessel is based on the original design of a rescue craft and is a rigid inflatable boat driven by 700hp engines.
Return Journey
Travel back to Cairns or Port Douglas, with a stop at the Daintree Ice Cream Company for exotic fruit ice cream (own cost). Tour concludes at your accommodation approximately 6:30pm.
Important Tour Information
Important Note -Prices are per person. No child rates
Twin and Double Rooms require a minimum of 2 people per booking.
Family bookings you will need to make 2 seperate bookings one for each room if ensuite required
Shared Single – Sleeps 4 (2 x Bunk Beds) – Shared Bathroom $556 per person
Reach out to Maryanne bookings@cairnsdiscoverytours.com for availability and assistance
Inclusions
Traditional Welcome to Country & Smoke Ceremony at Mossman Gorge
Daintree River wildlife cruise
Scenic rainforest lunch
Overnight stay at Safari Lodge Cape Tribulation
Half-day Great Barrier Reef snorkelling tour
Return transfers from Cairns
Excludes:
Day One: Dinner
Day Two: Breakfast & Lunch and Ice Cream
What to Bring
What to Bring:
Comfortable walking shoes / Swimwear & towel
Sunscreen & insect repellent / Refillable water bottle /Hat & sunglasses
Overnight bag with change of clothes & toiletries (Coach does not have luggage facilities)
Light jacket or jumper (nights can be cool)
Camera or phone for photos / Money for excluded meals
Important Tour Information:
Dietary requirements available on request
This experience is designed for adults
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For over 30 years, Cairns Discovery Tours has been proudly locally owned and operated. Established in 1995, we’ve shared the tropical beauty of Far North Queensland travellers from around the world. Based in Cairns, we offer authentic tour experiences backed by genuine local knowledge and long standing connections to the region.
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Our passionate Cairns tour guides are storytellers, historians, and nature enthusiasts. With deep local knowledge, they bring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Cairns’ tropical heritage to life, ensuring an unforgettable and educational experience.
