• A highly regarded and personalised 14 day Cape York tour that departs from Cairns with some of the most passionate tour guides you will find in Australia
• These tour guides have been travelling from Cairns to Cape York on hosted 14 day tours for over 20 years so you can be guaranteed you will be only experiencing the best of the best Cape York tours  
• Our Cape York tour guides have various specialities and indepth knowledge of zoo keeping, nocturnal tour guiding, animal tracking, Aboriginal culture, Australian fauna and flora, birding, bush tucker and bush medicine and more
• On our 14 day Cape York guided tours we visit remote working cattle stations, gold fields, Aboriginal rock art, pearl farms, waterfalls, rainforests and outback savannah

Join our small, personally guided Cape York specialised tours to see iconic and historical places on our rugged but comfortable outback four wheel driving tours of Cape York in Queensland Australia and its surrounds.

What to Expect

2026 Departure Dates as of 01/10/25

• Departs Cairns 31st May 2026 - Returns Cairns 13th June 2026 - Only a few seats left 

• Departs Cairns 26th July 2026 - Returns Cairns 8th August 2026 - Only a few seats left 

Cape York & Kinrara Wetlands 4WD Safari Highlights

• Quinkan Rock Art
• Roko Island
• Daintree Wildlife Cruise (clients to paid )
• Iron Range
• Black Mountain
• Cooktown
• WWII sites
• Seisia / Thursday Island / Horn Island –(Clients to paid for this Extra Tour $498.00p/person )
• Private Cattle Station Wetlands Stay (Kinrara, 3 nights)
• Private guided walk through the oldest rainforest in the World
• Pajinka (local Aboriginal name for the Tip of Australia)
• 1 nights’ accommodation in Daintree NO Tents - rooms
• 2 nights Unique Bush Style Accommodation – Cooks Hut (not tents)
• 2 nights Accommodation (not tents) in Cooktown
• 4 nights Glamping with pre-set tents.  Not set up required
• Morton Telegraph Station
• Fruit Bat Falls
• Old Telegraph Track (Part thereof)
• World Heritage Daintree National Park
• Portland Roads - Chilli Beach
• Lakefield National Park
• Jardine River – Torres Strait

Includes:

National Parks fees, Roko Island, 1 Nights accommodated in Daintree, 2 Night Unique Bush Style Accommodation – Iron Range & 2 Night Accommodation (not tents) in Cooktown, Kinrara Wetlands 3 nights Glamping Accommodation
Due to work, health and safety regulations, luggage cannot exceed 10 kg per person. (Please do not bring any pillows)

Not Included: Museums Tours in Cooktown, Islands Tour, Daintree River Cruise, some meals as per itinerary.
Helicopter scenic flight over Wetlands and Kinrara Crater - Price on application

Day 1. Cairns - Tablelands to Kinrara Wetlands

***Cape York Tours - 15 Day Sample Itinerary Only - Changeable***

• After picking you up in 4WD convoy from the Cairns CBD at 7:30am your adventure begins. We’ll drive the windy Gillies Highway, stopping to stretch the legs and spot wild platypus at a nearby wetlands. We will also stop to stare in wonder at the Curtain Fig Tree – one of the greatest natural sites in the Atherton Tablelands Rainforests. After a lunch in Yungaburra (included) we set out for Kinrara. Arriving around 4pm on Saturday afternoon to MacEacherns Camp you will be welcomed and introduced to the expedition team, and given a tour of the campsite. Your bags will be ushered to your respective tents with some welcome beverages. Sunset drinks and food, welcoming hospitality, and shared story will conclude your first day of adventure.

ACCOMMODATION – STUNNING GLAMPING TENTS ADJACENT TO WETLANDS 

Meals: lunch & dinner included

Day 2. Kinrara

• On Day 2 we explore the vast expanse of Kinrara Station, loading up our 4WD convoy we drive to the outer limits of the station's boundary discovering and experiencing outback life. Taking the bulk of the day, we depart mid-morning from camp, winding through dirt tracks stopping for wildlife such as kangaroos, goannas, emu, plains turkey, wild boar, wedge tail and sea eagles, plus countless cattle and horses. We explore the cattle yards, windmills, watering points, lava tubes and share an outdoor picnic beside a dam covered in water lilies. Returning to camp mid-afternoon, guests are welcome to use the Kayaks, go for a swim or a walk, or find a comfy spot to rest before sunset drinks and dinner.r.

ACCOMMODATION – STUNNING GLAMPING TENTS ADJACENT TO WETLANDS

Meals: all meals included

Day 3. Kinrara

• Today we are exploring the private spring and waterfall located within the property. You also have the opportunity to take a helicopter flight over the incredible landscape. The flight gives guests the ability to see the wetlands, flying over the crater of one of the youngest volcanoes in the area in a way that highlights just how incredible this landscape is.  (Optional extra – price on application).

ACCOMMODATION – STUNNING GLAMPING TENTS ADJACENT TO WETLANDS

Meals: all meals included

Day 4. - Kinrara to Daintree

• Before we say farewell to Kinrara we have one more adventurous morning. Guests may choose between a relaxed morning kayak, a short to medium distance guided bushwalk.

  After an early lunch we board our vehicles and we head for the Daintree Rainforest. Arriving at the Daintree River we go on a Wildlife Cruise on the Daintree River (optional extra). Accommodation will be deep in the Daintree Rainforest overlooking Coopers Creek.

ACCOMMODATION IN THE RAINFOREST

Meals: all meals included 

Day 5. Daintree to Cooktown

• Starting the day with an interpretive walk through the Daintree Rainforest, we continue our adventure with the famous off-road Bloomfield Track. Stopping off for lunch in Cape Tribulation, we will continue onto Cooktown via the stunning Black Mountain in Kalkajaka National Park where we will stretch our legs and take in the different scenery. Arriving in Cooktown we will eat dinner at the local restaurant of your choice (at own expense).

ACCOMMODATION – COOKTOWN

Meals: breakfast & lunch included 

Day 6. Cooktown

Our added day in Cooktown affords us a fantastic opportunity to explore a town pivotal to Australian history. After breakfast (included) we will begin our day at the James Cook Museum (optional extra), learning the fascinating history of the area. Following this our passengers will enjoy free time explore the main street followed by lunch at the Cooktown’s Gardens Cafe (at own expense). Before dinner we will take in the sunset over the Endeavour River at the Grassy Hill Lookout. Dinner this evening will be your choice of the many cafes located nearby (at own expense).).

ACCOMMODATION IN COOKTOWN.

Meals: breakfast included

Day 7. Cooktown - Laura

• Leaving Cooktown after breakfast we start our drive to Laura, with lots of destinations on the way. We stop at the Old Laura Homestead, Battle Camp Station, Isabella Falls, and after a few river crossings we arrive in Laura where we stay for the night.  Dinner at the local pub with the locals.

ACCOMMODATION – LAURA

Meals: all meals included

Day 8. Split Rock & Quinkan Rock Art - Lakefield - Iron range

• After leaving Laura we hit the road, aiming for our destination of Iron Range National Park, making lots of stops along the way. We will see the historic Palmer River Goldfields, where many men made their millions, but many men also lost their lives. We will visit the Quinkan Rock Art site, now listed as one of the UNESCO Top 10 Rock Art sites anywhere on Earth. After a few more stops we will eventually make it to our Accommodation for the night – Cabins deep in the rainforest. After dinner guests may join our guides for an evening night tour through these ancient forests, looking for unique wildlife found no-where else.

ACCOMMODATION – IRON RANGE- UNIQUE BUSH STYLE ACCOMMODATION

Meals: all meals included.

Day 9. Iron Range

• Today your Guide will take you on a day of adventures where you will travel to Chilli Beach which is truly stunning with its wonderful ocean and landscapes. We also visit significant historical sites in the area from the gold times of the 1930's and the Airfield at Iron Range. We will visit the famous landmark and discover the story of Cook’s Hut. Lunch today will be at the famous Portland Roads Locals Cafe (at own expense), overlooking the sea with wonderful home cooked food including fresh fish on the menu. Then after lunch we return to your accommodation for some free time.

ACCOMMODATION – IRON RANGE- UNIQUE BUSH STYLE ACCOMMODATION 

Meals: breakfast & dinner included

Day 10. Iron Range - Moreton Station

• Today we follow parts of the original Old Telegraph Track - one of the highlights of Cape York and it is a great track for 4WD enthusiasts. We pass the memorial to “Toots”, a famous lady trucking character and stop at the beautiful Archer River for a lunch before our river crossing.  We traverse open woodland country; pass huge termite mounds before arrival at the historical Moreton Telegraph Station.

Accommodation: CAMPGROUND – MORETON STATION.

Meals: all meals included

Day 11. Moreton Station - Fruit Bat Falls - Loyalty Beach

• Another exciting day of 4WD Driving and creek crossings until we reach the Jardine River, named after pioneering explorers to the area Frank and Alexander Jardine. “The Jardine” is the largest river on the Cape York Peninsula and renowned for crocodiles. Later we stop for lunch and a swim in the crocodile-free crystal clear water at Fruit Bat Falls.

ACCOMMODATION – LOYALTY BEACH

Meals: breakfast & lunch included

Day 12. Seisa - Roko Private Island

• Today we visit the Famous Croc Tent and walk to the TIP. We will travel through the drier savannah woodlands which will change into dense rainforest before opening up at the deserted beaches at Australian's most northern point. After taking in the spectacular views of the Torres Straits and the surrounding beaches we will have lunch at Somerset Beach, which was the home and now resting place of Frank Jardine, visit these historic graves on the beach.  

  For lunch we head over to visit very special family who live on a stunning beautiful private island located in the Torres Strait.  Lunch today under the palm trees overlooking the beautiful blue waters - such a wonderful way to spend the day!

  Dinner tonight will be at Loyalty Beach – a place to relax and take in far north Oceanside beauty.

ACCOMMODATION – LOYALTY BEACH

Meals: lunch included

Day 13. Loyalty Beach - Thursday Island & Horn Island

Option 1: Free Day at Loyalty Beach

Take the day off from touring.  Relax at the campsite, catch up on washing or read a book.  The day is yours to do as much or little as you want.

Option 2:  Two Island Day Trip – Thursday and Horn Island (must be pre-booked and pre-paid, $498 per person)

Both island tours have information and history of the past and the important part the islands played in the war and keeping Australia safe. History of the early Pearling Luggers and the part they played while admiring the spectacular and breathtaking views of the Torres Straits and its turquoise waters.

Inclusions:

• Return ferry from Seisia to Thursday Island
• Thursday Island small group tour
• Entry to the Green Hill fort and underground collection
• Return ferry from Thursday Is to Horn Is
• Horn Island small group ‘In Their Steps’ WW2 tour
• Entry to Torres Strait Heritage Museum 
• Horn Island transfers
• Lunch Included

ACCOMMODATION – LOYALTY BEACH

Meals: breakfast & dinner included. Note Lunch at own expense if free day option chosen

Day 14. Loyalty Beach - Flight home to Cairns (included in tour price)

• You guide will say their farewells at Bamaga.  You will be transported to the airport to catch you flight back to Cairns. Guests will be picked up by North West Tours and transferred to their hotels, accommodations and further travel arrangements.

Packing List

Luggage: One small soft Carry bag or overnight bag no bigger than 605mm x 505 mm x 308 mm (24x20x15) which should not exceeds 10 kilograms as space in limited. One piece of hand luggage (the size of an airline bag) is advisable for everyday use. Don’t forget your camera.

• 1 soft bag per person
• Photo id
• 3 or 4 changes of clothes (washing facilities available)
• 1 light jacket
• 1 pair of bathers
• Toiletries
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Torch
• Insect Repellent
• Sunblock
• Camera
• Small daypack
• Charger/Spare batteries
• Water Bottle
• 1 Pair of rubber soled shoes or joggers
• Jeans or long pants

Please do not bring pillows or alcohol

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

7:30am

Destinations

• Cape York Peninsula
• Cooktown
• Daintree Rainforest
• Horn Island
• Thursday Island
• Outback Queensland Australia

Months of Operation

May - August

Days of Operation

Daily

2026 Departures Date: 31st May to 13th June and 26th July to 8th August

Duration

14 days

Available for Purchase / Hire

• Not Included: Museums Tours in Cooktown, Islands Tour, Daintree River Cruise, some meals as per itinerary.
• Helicopter scenic flight over Wetlands and Kinrara Crater - Price on application

Fitness Level Required

Medium

Additional Information

• TRAVEL INSURANCE: North West Australian Safaris and its agents are not responsible or liable for loss or damage or theft of luggage or personal belongings whatsoever or for personal injury, accidents, hospitalisation, illness or medical expenses. We strongly recommend all intending passengers consult their travel or insurance agent and take adequate travel insurance to cover any event and give full travel protection. Most claims arise from personal or close family illness before holiday departure, resulting in cancellation charges.
• As this tour is accessing remote areas, the tour itinerary may change due to weather and road conditions and this is the decision of the Operator.
• Alcohol and Drinks We run an Honesty Tin for drinks (beer, wine). Any surplus money above the cost to purchase is donated to the Royal Flying Doctor Service. The Government has imposed very strict alcohol regulations throughout Cape York Peninsula and our company has a permit to carry certain quantities of alcohol and complies with all regulations and laws. We are strictly prohibited from carrying any spirits. On the occasions we are dining in towns clients are able to purchase and consume any alcoholic drinks they choose. PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY ALCOHOL ON TOUR
• As we travel though the lands of great importance to the aboriginal community, we ask you are also respectful to the wishes, beliefs and cultural differences to the present and past custodial owners.
• While we make every effort to make everyone comfortable and cater to different requirements, the tours that North West Safaris operate travel through remote areas that unfortunately do not provide wheelchair- friendly trails or facilities. A reasonable level of fitness is required on our tours; to be able to walk easily and comfortably on rough and uneven ground, and to be able to sleep on camp stretchers in comfortable in head height safari tents. Please contact us if you would like to discuss this further.
• Cash on hand We suggest you bring approximately $350 cash per person. Credit cards are accepted in many but not all places throughout the Cape York Peninsula
• Our tours are designed to show the very best of Cape York Peninsula without driving too many kilometres each day. During the normal course of the day, we stop for morning tea and lunch. We also stop at places of interest, towns, communities and any notable flora or fauna features. We aim to reach camp by mid-afternoon.
• NOT INCLUDED: any costs incurred before departure, any personal items, personal travel Insurance (We strongly recommend all intending passengers have their own travel insurance)

See Packing List section: baggage space is extremely limited. A soft sided sausage style bag measuring approximately 600mm x 500mm x 300mm (24" x 20" x 12") with a maximum weight of about 10 kgs (17lbs) per person which is usually stowed on the roof rack. A small, soft airline type piece of cabin baggage that will fit under the seat. Excess luggage may be stored at your hotel or secured at our depot Free of Charge

Children under 10 welcome after assessment from the tour operator