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Daintree Rainforest-Mossman Gorge Day Tour

Adult $259.00 | Child 4-12yrs $199.00
Small group touring up to 11 guests only
Departs Tuesday & Saturdays

Spend 3 hours at Mossman Gorge which offers a glimpse into the wonders of the Daintree rainforest with its crystal-clear waters, ancient ferns, and towering granite boulders. Explore lush trails, encounter indigenous culture, and embark on eco-adventures amidst these pristine landscapes. You will also visit the coastal town of Port Douglas, 1 hour Daintree River Cruise and lunch in the Daintree Village.

This unique Daintree Rainforest experience is a personalised tour exploring the Daintree and Mossman Gorge region. Small group of maximum 11 people, allowing more time in Mossman Gorge - 3 hours where you can immerse yourself in this pristine World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest. Embrace the culture of the local Kuku Yalanji rainforest people and explore the art gallery at the Mossman Gorge centre. Don't forget your swimmers so you can swim in the crystal clear pristine waters of the gorge.

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Travel north  along the scenic road of the Great Barrier Reef Drive which takes you into the seaside town of Port Douglas. Here we capture a view from Flagstaff Hill Lookout across Four Mile Beach. Enjoy the commentary and scenic drive through the township and the CrystalBrook Superyacht Marina.

Arriving at the Lower Daintree for morning tea and then for a 1 hour Daintree River Cruise. An incredible experience of exploring the world heritage listed area by water surrounded by the most diverse mangrove systems in the world. Search for snakes, birds, frogs and the elusive saltwater crocodile.

Enjoy a restaurant quality meal for lunch at the Daintree Teahouse inclusive of tropical fruit tastings, juice and Daintree tea & coffee surrounded by the lush tropical rainforest. We take a scenic drive through the Lower Daintree into Daintree Village before arriving at Mossman Gorge for the experience of the ancient rainforest UNESCO World Heritage Daintree.

At the Mossman Gorge Cultural center embrace the culture of the traditional people Kuku Yalanji and explore the art gallery. Your guide leads you on a journey discovering the ancient rainforests ecosystem and its unique biodiverstiy. Traversing deeper into the rainforest explore the array of birdlife, flora and fauna learning about the different species, bush foods and medicine in the rainforest. Immerse into the pristine waters of the gorge for a refreshing swim in the oldest rainforest on planet earth.

We stop at Rex’s lookout for a scenic view enjoying the afternoon sun and cool sea breeze off the Coral Sea. Our final destination at Palm Cove is a chance to stretch your legs on an afternoon stroll out on the Palm Cove Jetty for a lovely afternoon photo and scenic drive along the esplanade before returning back to Cairns


Return hotel transfers from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas

  • Full commentary from accredited guide
  • Great Barrier Reef Drive
  • Port Douglas Scenic Tour
  • 1 Hr Daintree river cruise
  • Al-la carte lunch at Daintree Teahouse
  • 3hrs at Mossman gorge
  • Rex's lookout
  • Palm cove scenic drive

Please note infants will be required to sit on travelling adult/ parent restrained by the one seat belt

Child Booster seats hire 4-7yrs $50.00 payable direct to the operator


Hat, Camera, Good walking shoes or sandals, water bottle, swimmers and towel.


Travel north  along the scenic road of the Great Barrier Reef Drive which takes you into the seaside town of Port Douglas. Here we capture a view from Flagstaff Hill Lookout across Four Mile Beach. Enjoy the commentary and scenic drive through the township and the CrystalBrook Superyacht Marina.

Arriving at the Lower Daintree for morning tea and then for a 1 hour Daintree River Cruise. An incredible experience of exploring the world heritage listed area by water surrounded by the most diverse mangrove systems in the world. Search for snakes, birds, frogs and the elusive saltwater crocodile.

Enjoy a restaurant quality meal for lunch at the Daintree Teahouse inclusive of tropical fruit tastings, juice and Daintree tea & coffee surrounded by the lush tropical rainforest. We take a scenic drive through the Lower Daintree into Daintree Village before arriving at Mossman Gorge for the experience of the ancient rainforest UNESCO World Heritage Daintree.

At the Mossman Gorge Cultural center embrace the culture of the traditional people Kuku Yalanji and explore the art gallery. Your guide leads you on a journey discovering the ancient rainforests ecosystem and its unique biodiverstiy. Traversing deeper into the rainforest explore the array of birdlife, flora and fauna learning about the different species, bush foods and medicine in the rainforest. Immerse into the pristine waters of the gorge for a refreshing swim in the oldest rainforest on planet earth.

We stop at Rex’s lookout for a scenic view enjoying the afternoon sun and cool sea breeze off the Coral Sea. Our final destination at Palm Cove is a chance to stretch your legs on an afternoon stroll out on the Palm Cove Jetty for a lovely afternoon photo and scenic drive along the esplanade before returning back to Cairns

Return hotel transfers from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas

  • Full commentary from accredited guide
  • Great Barrier Reef Drive
  • Port Douglas Scenic Tour
  • 1 Hr Daintree river cruise
  • Al-la carte lunch at Daintree Teahouse
  • 3hrs at Mossman gorge
  • Rex's lookout
  • Palm cove scenic drive

Please note infants will be required to sit on travelling adult/ parent restrained by the one seat belt

Child Booster seats hire 4-7yrs $50.00 payable direct to the operator

Hat, Camera, Good walking shoes or sandals, water bottle, swimmers and towel.

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