• See the Daintree Rainforest on a private charter tour with your very own personal guide pointing out the places of interest and passing on their knowledge of the region to your privagte group.
• On a private charter Daintree Rainforest tour you can spend as much time in one place as you like. We are not on a timetable. This is a private charter tour so if something is of interest we will explore it more.  

Daintree Rainforest private charter guided tours.This is possibly one of the most versatile Daintree Rainforest tours to book for your groups full day Daintree and Cape Tribulation expedition

What to Expect

Our Cairns four-wheel drive tour company has a range of custom-built overland vehicles that not only look good but are possibly the best four-wheel drive vehicles in Tropical Far North Queensland for traversing rugged ranges and riverbeds.

All seats are set up high with full length windows to ensure every passenger has a great view of the Daintree Rainforest scenery. Dependant on the size of your group you may choose to book 6, 14, or 16 seat passenger vehicles that will be just right for your 4WD tour needs. If there’s more people travelling, you could even book more than one four-wheel drive vehicle.

Book our personalised 4WD rainforest tour into the heart of the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation with a private charter tour designed to accommodate your group's specific interests. Travel in comfort in a luxury 4WD vehicle as you explore lush rainforests, pristine swimming holes, and breathtaking beaches. This full-day tour offers flexibility, expert guidance, and a chance to experience one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems at your own pace.

Start your adventure with a scenic drive along the famous Great Barrier Reef Drive, recognized as one of the world’s most beautiful coastal routes. Cruise the Daintree River to spot wildlife, take guided rainforest walks, and enjoy a delicious meal at Cape Tribulation Beach House. Highlights include exploring the iconic Bloomfield Track, swimming in Emmagen Creek, and indulging in tropical ice cream at the Daintree Ice Creamery.

Perfect for families, nature lovers, and groups of up to 16 people, this private charter tour ensures an unforgettable day in one of the most stunning locations in Australia.

Features and Highlights

Great Barrier Reef Drive

• Breathtaking Scenery: Begin your day with a scenic drive along the picturesque Great Barrier Reef Drive. Pass iconic spots such as Palm Cove, Rex Lookout, and Cooya Beach, and enjoy views of Double and Snapper Islands.
• Luxury Vehicle: Travel in a custom-built, air-conditioned 4WD designed for comfort and optimal viewing.

Daintree River Cruise

• Wildlife Spotting: Spot saltwater crocodiles, snakes, vibrant birds, lizards, and butterflies as you cruise the Daintree River.
• Expert Commentary: Learn about the river’s ecosystem and the unique flora and fauna from a knowledgeable local guide.
• Morning Tea: Enjoy tea and biscuits before continuing your journey deeper into the rainforest.

Guided Rainforest Walks

• Exclusive Boardwalk Access: Explore Jindalba, Dubuji, Maardja, and Kulki rainforest walks, known for their elevated paths and rich biodiversity.
• Wildlife Encounters: Look out for cassowaries, monitor lizards, pythons, and the dazzling Ulysses butterfly.
• Educational Experience: Gain insight into the region’s plants, animals, and the delicate balance of this ancient ecosystem.

Lunch at Cape Tribulation Beach House

• Tropical Dining: Relish a delicious meal surrounded by rainforest at this scenic beachfront location.
• Relaxation Time: Enjoy the serene environment before venturing further into the rainforest.

Bloomfield Track and Emmagen Creek

• Off-Road Adventure: Travel along the famous unsealed Bloomfield Track, offering stunning rainforest views and river crossings.
• Pristine Swimming Hole: Stop at Emmagen Creek to cool off in its crystal-clear waters or enjoy a traditional billy tea and damper surrounded by nature.

Cape Tribulation Beach

• Rainforest Meets Reef: Stroll along this iconic beach where two World Heritage-listed sites—the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef—converge.
• Photo Opportunities: Capture the stunning landscape of lush greenery and turquoise waters.

Daintree Ice Creamery

• Exotic Flavors: End your day with a visit to the Daintree Ice Creamery, sampling unique tropical fruit flavours made from fresh, locally grown ingredients.

Suggested Private Charter Rainforest Tour Itinerary

• 7:00 AM: Pick-up from your Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Port Douglas accommodation.
• 8:30 AM: Morning tea and Daintree River wildlife cruise.
• 10:00 AM: Guided rainforest walks through Jindalba, Dubuji, and Maardja boardwalks.
• 12:30 PM: Lunch at Cape Tribulation Beach House.
• 1:30 PM: Travel along the Bloomfield Track and swim at Emmagen Creek.
• 3:00 PM: Explore Cape Tribulation Beach.
• 4:00 PM: Visit the Daintree Ice Creamery.
• 5:30 PM: Return to your accommodation.

This private Daintree Rainforest tour offers an immersive experience tailored to your group, making it the ideal way to explore this ancient and diverse ecosystem. Contact us to book your unforgettable rainforest adventure today! 

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Read The Tour Specialists Blog for all the things you need to know before you go.

Great Barrier Reef Drive - World’s Most Scenic Drive

Your day starts with the pick up from your Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas Accommodation. Although it is a private charter and the departure time can be somewhat flexible, recommended departure time from Cairns is at 7am to make sure you will have time to take the most of your day. You will be travelling north along a beautiful coastal drive that was just recently named the BEST drive in the world the “Great Barrier Reef Drive”. You will pass iconic Palm Cove beach, Rex Lookout, Port Douglas and Cooya Beach and have views to Double and Snapper islands.

Daintree River Cruise

Once you have made it to the Daintree River, you will be enjoying morning tea and biscuits before taking an hour long Daintree River Cruise which is definitely one of the highlights of your private charter rainforest tour. Your professional river guide will make sure you don’t miss any estuarine crocodiles, snakes, birds, lizards and butterflies while cruising along the mighty Daintree River. You will also learn a lot about the plants and trees that grow on Daintree River banks.

Daintree Rainforest Walks

After the river cruise you will hop back into your comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and head even deeper into the Daintree Rainforest. This tour operator has permits to take you on all rainforest boardwalks inclusive on Jindalba, Dubuji, Maardja and Kulki walks. It is on these walks where you will have the best chances of spotting the elusive endangered bird cassowary, monitor lizards, pythons and electric blue Ulysses butterfly.

Interpretive and knowledgeable commentary is provided and you are welcome to ask anything you may want to know about the Far North Queensland’s rainforest plants or animals.

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Lunch at Cape Tribulation Beach House

By the time you have finished the educational walks you should start feeling a little bit hungry. Delicious lunch is available at Cape Tribulation Beach House.

Daintree Rainforest Tour - Famous Bloomfield Track

After lunch you will travel even further north along the famous unsealed Bloomfield track which is the coastal road connecting Cape Tribulation to Cooktown. You will drive about 7 kilometres until you will notice water over the road that is where you will stop to take a short rainforest trail to the pristine Emmagen Creek swimming hole. You can go for a refreshing swim or just enjoy the fruit, billy tea and damper. On the way back towards Cairns you can also stop at Cape Tribulation beach which is where the rainforest seamlessly meets the reef.

Daintree Rainforest Tours - Daintree Ice Creamery

To top off your amazing day in the Daintree Rainforest you can choose to take a break at Daintree Ice Creamery where you can sample exotic tropical ice cream flavours. Their motto is not to sell the “ordinary” flavours so don’t be surprised if you don’t find your usual vanilla flavour from the menu- this is the place to get adventurous!

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Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Cairns

Departure Time

• Cairns 7.00am to 6.00pm (11 hours)
• Palm Cove / Northern Beaches 7:40am to 5.30pm (10 hours)
• Port Douglas 8.20am to 4.30pm (8 hours)

Pickup Locations

• Cairns
• Cairns Northern Beaches
• Palm Cove
• Port Douglas

Destinations

• Daintree Rainforest
• Daintree River
• Cape Tribulation

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Not operating on Christmas Day and New Year's Day

Duration

8 to 11 hours depending on your pick up location

Fitness Level Required

Low, Medium

Additional Information

• Surcharge of $200 will apply for charters conducted on Saturdays.
• Surcharge of $300 will apply for charters conducted on Sundays.
• Surcharge of $500 will apply for charters conducted on public holidays (QLD)
• Non ‐ English language guide: $100 extra per day

Comfortable clothing and footwear, swimmers, towel, hat, sunscreen camera and cash for drinks, snacks... and ice crean at the Daintree Ice Cream Company

• 4 years to 16 years of age is at the child rate.
• Age of children must be specified at time of reservation so baby & booster seats can be supplied for 7 years or under. This is Queensland Transport Ruling.