Daintree Rainforest - 4WD Cape Tribulation Rainforest Day Tour
Adult $229| Child (4-16yrs) $179
Family 2A+2C $780
Departs Daily 7.00am
Fully booked 21st -26th Dec, 28th -30th Dec
1st and 3rd-10th Jan 25
Explore the Daintree Rainforest by 4wd air-conditioned vehicle as you journey north along the Captain Cook Highway with spectacular views of the coast. Take a Daintree River cruise to spot crocodiles, learn about the region on a guided boardwalk tour and beach walk in Cape Tribulation where the rainforest meets the reef. Enjoy a complimentary tropical fruit Daintree ice cream before your journey back to your accommodation
Scenic Coastal Drive
Your day starts by being picked up by your local eco-accredited tour guide. As you meet and greet your fellow travellers, sit back and relax as we start to make our way to the Daintree Rainforest. This coastal scenic road is one of the best drives in the world, so have your camera ready!
Daintree River Cruise
After a light morning tea refreshment, it's time to board your Daintree River cruise. This peaceful and relaxing 1 hour Daintree River Cruise is precisely what the doctor ordered, sprinkled with a little adventure spotting crocodiles, other native Australian wildlife and mangroves.
Alexandra Lookout
Alexandra Lookout provides a fantastic photo opportunity. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Daintree Rainforest to the ocean.
Guided Rainforest Boardwalk
Your local guide will then take you along an elevated boardwalk into the heart of the Daintree National Park, providing detail on the flora, fauna and cultural history and significance of the Daintree Rainforest.
Lunch
Enjoy lunch with your fellow travellers, and then it's off to Cape Tribulation Beach. The only place where the rainforest meets the reef. All dietary requirements must be notified at the time of reservation or at least 48 hours before travel. We cater for vegetarians and most other requirements within reason and providing they are of a medical nature.
Freshwater Swim
Enjoy a refreshing rainforest freshwater stream swim, in crystal clear waters without the crowds.
Ice-cream stop
No Daintree Rainforest day tour is complete without a stop for exotic homemade ice cream at the Daintree Ice-creamery. You will be amazed at the array of flavours made from the orchards on their property. After your sweet ice cream treat and a little exploration of this lush property, it's time to head home.
Group size is maximum 19 passengers so you have a more personalised experience.
- Return hotel transfers
- National Park Fees
- Scenic coastal drive to Daintree
- Guided rainforest walk on a selection of trails and elevated boardwalks (easy grade)
- 1‐hour Daintree River cruise spotting crocodiles and birdlife
- Morning tea at the Daintree River Cruise Centre with biscuits, tea/coffee
- Opportunity for an invigorating freshwater swim in a crystal clear stream (subject to water conditions).
- Lunch
- Guided National Park Elevated Boardwalk tour and learn about the rare flora & fauna in this ancient rainforest.
- Cape Tribulation Beach Walk - stroll along the famous Cape Tribulation Beach and along the boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the Rainforest meets the Reef.
- Cable Ferry crossing across the mighty Daintree River
- Daintree Ice‐creamery ‐ stop for a tropical homemade ice‐cream
- Swimmers & Towel if you wish to Swim (subject to conditions on the day)
- Lightweight clothing (Shorts & T-Shirts are fine)
- Insect repellant
- Comfortable flat-soled walking shoes
- Hat & Sunscreen
- Cash for The Daintree Ice Cream Factory
- Water Bottle (can top up throughout the day)
Pick-up times
Hotel transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove and Port Douglas are included.
Cairns City (CBD) accommodation: pick up between 7.00 – 7.15am, returns 6.30pm
Palm Cove & Trinity Beach: pick up between 7.20 – 7.45am, returns 6pm
Port Douglas accommodation: pick up 8.20 am, returns approx 4.00 – 4.30 pm
Please note all times are approximate. Please ensure you are on time for your pick-up! If you are not on time, you may miss your pick-up, which will incur 100% cancellation fee.
- Return hotel transfers
- National Park Fees
- Scenic coastal drive to Daintree
- Guided rainforest walk on a selection of trails and elevated boardwalks (easy grade)
- 1‐hour Daintree River cruise spotting crocodiles and birdlife
- Morning tea at the Daintree River Cruise Centre with biscuits, tea/coffee
- Opportunity for an invigorating freshwater swim in a crystal clear stream (subject to water conditions).
- Lunch
- Guided National Park Elevated Boardwalk tour and learn about the rare flora & fauna in this ancient rainforest.
- Cape Tribulation Beach Walk - stroll along the famous Cape Tribulation Beach and along the boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the Rainforest meets the Reef.
- Cable Ferry crossing across the mighty Daintree River
- Daintree Ice‐creamery ‐ stop for a tropical homemade ice‐cream
- Swimmers & Towel if you wish to Swim (subject to conditions on the day)
- Lightweight clothing (Shorts & T-Shirts are fine)
- Insect repellant
- Comfortable flat-soled walking shoes
- Hat & Sunscreen
- Cash for The Daintree Ice Cream Factory
- Water Bottle (can top up throughout the day)
Pick-up times
Hotel transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove and Port Douglas are included.
Cairns City (CBD) accommodation: pick up between 7.00 – 7.15am, returns 6.30pm
Palm Cove & Trinity Beach: pick up between 7.20 – 7.45am, returns 6pm
Port Douglas accommodation: pick up 8.20 am, returns approx 4.00 – 4.30 pm
Please note all times are approximate. Please ensure you are on time for your pick-up! If you are not on time, you may miss your pick-up, which will incur 100% cancellation fee.
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