• ***Please note this tour operates on an alternate itinerary until further notice***
• A great one day tour that departs from both Cairns and Port Douglas taking guests to Mossman Gorge and the Daintree Rainforest on a small group tour. 
• Enjoy some really great inclusions on the Daintree Rainforest tour such as the "Welcome to Country" at beautiful Mossman Gorge. Optional wildlife river cruise, lunch, Daintree River barge crossing, boardwalks in the forest.  

Cape Tribulation has been made famous from being the location where two World Heritage attractions meet: the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. Your tour will begin as your coach picks you up from your Cairns/Northern Beaches or Port Douglas accommodation.

***Please note this tour operates on an alternate itinerary until further notice*** - please refer to itinerary section

Enjoy a glorious scenic drive on the Captain Cook Highway from Cairns and Port Douglas where you will see photo-worthy beach and Coral Sea panoramas.

Next you will arrive at the Mossman Gorge before crossing the Daintree River. Lunch will be served at Turtle Rock Café before you start the Marrdja botanical boardwalk.

After that it will be time to taste some unusual flavoured ice-cream locally made (extra cost). The views from the Alexandra lookout will take your breath away before your adventure continues with a Daintree River wildlife cruise (optional), your final activity for the day before returning to your accommodation.

Cape Tribulation is where the world’s oldest continually surviving tropical rainforests, meet the world’s greatest living tropical reef, the Great Barrier Reef.

Nowhere else on earth do two natural World Heritage listed sites exist side by side.

Such is the natural beauty and precious value of this truly stunning piece of paradise, that you will have ample time to explore and enjoy on this full day tour.

Commence your Cape Tribulation adventure with a scenic coastal drive from Cairns to Port Douglas.

This is the far north’s very own great ocean road and provides panoramic views over the sparkling Coral Sea.

Heading north our first stop is at Mossman Gorge, which is in the southern sector of the world famous Daintree National Park.

This gorge has been carved out by the cold mountain waters of the Mossman River, which winds through large granite boulders, bordered by lush green rainforest.

It’s a magical place and you’ll participate in a “Welcome to Country” with the traditional owners, the Kuku Yalanji people, who will also cleanse you of evil spirits with a smoke ceremony and apply traditional rainforest body paint to you.

There’s the opportunity for you to enjoy a refreshing swim in the cascading waters.

***Alternate Itinerary Until Further Notice***

Due to the damages caused by cyclone Jasper we have amended our tour to the below itinerary.

Soak in the local culture and enjoy a genuine Indigenous experience that helps preserve and share Mossman Gorge’s rich culture and heritage.

Travel deep into stunning wilderness areas where you can swim, cruise, explore and engage your senses.

Morning

• 7.15am - Cairns accommodation pickups commence
• 8.15am - Est. pick up from Northern Beaches. Travel north along the Cook Highway.
• 9.00am - Stop at the Rex Lookout for a photo opportunity
• 10.00am - Travel north to Mossman via Port Douglas (subject to Port Douglas pick-ups)
• 11.00am - Arrive at Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre, meet with Traditional Owners and experience a “Welcome to Country” and smoke ceremony. Transfer to the gorge for a guided rainforest walk and optional swim (Weather permitting)
• 12.45pm - Depart for scenic drive to Daintree Village

Afternoon

Facts about the Daintree Rainforest:
The Daintree Rainforest was added to theWorld Heritage list in 1988 and is one oft he best biologically diverse rainforests in the world. It is home to a huge percentage of the entire country's animal population including 30% of Australia's frog population, 65% of butterfly and bats and around 12,000 different insect species.

• 1.30pm - Arrive at Daintree Village Hotel for a delicous lunch.
• 2.30pm - After lunch we embark on a Wildlife and Crocodile Spotting Cruise on the Daintree River.
• 4.15pm - Head south on a scenic drive via Port Douglas. Photo opportunity in Port Douglas
• 6.00pm - Return to Northern Beaches
• 6.30pm - Return to Cairns

Daintree River Wildlife Cruise

This afternoon it’s onto the river for a wildlife cruise (optional) where you might get to see a crocodile, while learning about the fragile ecosystem of this impressive serpent-like river system.

Then it’s back on to the bus for the return journey to Cairns, including a quick drive through Port Douglas, a picturesque beachside village with a laid back vibe and loads of bars and cafes.

Lunch In The Rainforest

Continuing north we cross the mighty Daintree River and head to the beach for lunch at Turtle Rock Café 

This is absolute waterfront dining with the sand between your toes.

After lunch, it’s time to explore this ancient rainforest environment on an interesting guided tour of the Marrdja Botanical Boardwalk.

Cape Tribulation Boardwalks - Ice Cream

Our highly trained guides will give expert rainforest interpretation, which will inform and impress.

Be amazed at the huge diversity you will encounter, everything from low lying ferns and shrubs, to the massive rainforest canopy and even mangrove ecosystems all in one short easy walk.

Next stop – Daintree Ice Cream Company – which has amazing flavoured ice-cream, including dragonfruit, coconut ginger, black sapote and goji berry with rainforest honey. Yum! [At own cost.]

Photo opportunity at the Alexandra Range Lookout (Walu Wugirriga), which provides sweeping views over the Daintree River, its rainforest delta and out to the Coral Sea.

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

Departs Cairns, Northren Beaches & Port Douglas from 7.30am - returns 7.00pm

Pickup Locations

• Cairns
• Cairns Northern Beaches
• Port Douglas

Destinations

Port Douglas

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

11 hours (approx)

Available for Purchase / Hire

Ice cream

Fitness Level Required

Medium

Your smile & your sense of adventure. Pack a small bag containing your swimming costume, towel, camera, insect repellent, sunscreen and money for drinks & snacks.

Child price applies to children 2 to 11