• Cruise down the wild Daintree River on the hunt for crocodiles and other amazing wildlife in this World Heritage Listed rainforest. Your river guide will spot everything that moves for you in advance. 
• Bring along your swimmers and enjoy the cool waters of Mossman Gorge.
• Luxury half day morning or afternoon Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge tour for up to 13 people with your own tour guide.

This half day Daintree River and Mossman Gorge tour is perfect if you are looking for a private charter rainforest tour for up to 16 people.

On our private charter Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge tour you will be guided by the most knowledgeable and friendly driver/guide who will make sure you will see the best of the Daintree Rainforests attractions during your half day guided tour. 

Daintree Rainforest Private Charter Tour  

Enjoy a boat cruise down the mighty Daintree River and keep an eye out for the large saltwater crocodiles lurking on the river banks.

Then it’s off to Mossman Gorge Visitors Centre to sample some high quality local produce and take a walk in the World Heritage Listed Mossman Gorge and cool off in the river.

Daintree Rainforest & Mossman Gorge Private Charter Tour- Half Day

If you are staying in Port Douglas area and prefer to visit Daintree Rainforest in total privacy but don’t want to miss out on all the information about the rainforest and its native inhabitants, it is best to book a private charter Daintree tour for your group.

You are sure to benefit from the knowledgeable guide accompanying you as he will point out the elusive wildlife and share the secrets of the Daintree Rainforest.

This private charter Daintree Rainforest tour is suitable when travelling with extended family or friends in a comfortable fully air-conditioned vehicle that can carry up to 13 people.

This half day tour of the Daintree River and Mossman Gorge is sure to fit even in the tightest schedule, making it a good choice for those with limited time.

Itinerary

***Morning Trip***

You will get picked up from your accommodation in Port Douglas by your personal guide for the afternoon. If you are driving up from Cairns we will meet you at the Wildlife Habitat Carpark.

We drive north along the Captain Cook Highway, passing cane fields on the way to the Daintree River, and share a little history and many interesting facts along the way.

We set off on a Daintree River cruise looking out for all manner of creatures, including the estuarine crocodile, snakes, birds, frogs, and more.

Morning tea with a lamington before heading back down south to the beautiful Mossman Gorge.

We arrive at Mossman Gorge, which is the southern part of the Daintree Rainforest. Your guide will take you on a walk and share their knowledge of the local flora and fauna and answer any questions you may have. This is an easy 500m return walk mostly along boardwalks.

You can enjoy a swim in the crystal-clear rainforest stream, which can be quite refreshing, whilst being surrounded by the beautiful and healing Mossman Gorge rainforest. What a great way to spend a morning!

After a morning of discovering the Daintree Rainforest we will drop you off at your accommodation or car.

***Afternoon Trip***

Same as above but may run in a different order.

Daintree River Cruise

Your wildlife spotting river cruise tour starts at 1pm with a pick up from your Port Douglas accommodation. You will take a scenic drive up north along the coast and head towards the Daintree River. Here you will have the best chance to spot the modern day dinosaurs- Estuarine Crocodiles also known as salties. The Daintree River is full of these ferocious creatures and with a little help from your local tour guide you are almost certain to spot a few.  Many tropical birds, pythons, lizards and butterflies also inhabit in this area and if you are lucky you may even come across the endangered flightless bird the Cassowary otherwise known as the gardener of the rainforests.

Enjoy Afternoon Tea and Local Produce

After an informative Daintree River cruise, you will head to the Mossman Gorge Visitor Centre to sample Wattleseed Damper accompanied by local Mungalli cream, honey and Rosella jam. Your drinks choice will include coffee, tea, milkshakes and soft drinks. All this great edible goodness is brought to you straight from the Atherton Tablelands mountains outside Port Douglas.

Mossman Gorge Tours - Cool Down in Mossman Gorge

Once you have enjoyed the afternoon tea, you will take a guided tour into the heart of Mossman Gorge where you will see some of the oldest and most beautiful parts of the Daintree Rainforest. Mossman Gorge is the southern part of the World Heritage Listed Daintree rainforest and also known to be culturally significant to local Aboriginal people. Your tour guide will take you on an amazing interpretive walk through this lush rainforest where you will also have time for a refreshing dip in the crystal clear rainforest stream if you wish. You will be taken back to your Port Douglas accommodation by 5.40pm.

View more private charter tours departing from Port Douglas for the Daintree Rainforest and read The Tour Specialists rainforest tour blog for more intersiting information onthe things you will see and do in this World Heritage Listed ancient rainforest.  

Tour Languages Offered

• English

Departs From

Port Douglas

Departure Time

• AM: 7.25am to 12.30pm
• PM: 12.50pm - 5.30pm

Pickup Locations

Port Douglas

Destinations

• Daintree Rainforest
• Mossman Gorge
• Daintree River

Months of Operation

January - December

Days of Operation

Daily

Duration

4.45 hours approx.

Fitness Level Required

Low

• Swimwear and towel
• Sensible shoes
• Hat and sunscreen
• Camera

This tour is not suitable for children under 3