Travel in luxury custom built 4WD overland vehicles with a small select group on a quality Cooktown, Rainforest & Outback tour. 3 Day 2 Night is just the perfect amunt of time to cover it all without feeling rushed.
You will experience real Far North Queensland hospitality and the breath-taking sites of the 150 million year old Daintree Rainforest in Cape Tribulation as you traverse and explore the ancient Bloomfield Track along the coastal forest to historic Cooktown.
The terrain might be rugged, but your bespoke 3 day 2 night Cooktown tour will be as smooth as butter in these purpose built four wheel drive overland vehicles.
This unique area is the only place in the world where two World Heritage sites meet, where a reef - the Great Barrier Reef, meets a rainforest – the Daintree Rainforest.
Three days and two nights of exploration and discovery still won’t seem long enough, as you experience up close crocodiles sunbathing along the Daintree River or walking amongst rare ferns and trees taller than office blocks in the Daintree Rainforest.
On your journey northward you will travel through creeks and rivers on your drive to remote Cooktown on the mountainous rainforest trails along the old Bloomfield Track.
Cruise the wilds of the Daintree River and then go deep into the Daintree Rainforest to see some of the rare wildlife that only inhabit this region.
DAY 1: Cairns to Cooktown
Daintree National Park . Cape Tribulation Beach . 4WD Only Bloomfield Track
This morning we make our way north along the scenic Great Barrier Reef Drive to the UNESCO World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest. Highlights include a 1-hour wildlife cruise on the Daintree River, delicious lunch in a rainforest setting, and a guided rainforest walk at the Marrdja Boardwalk. We also visit the iconic Cape Tribulation Beach – named by Captain Cook in 1770 – a stunning stretch of coastline with a backdrop of lush rainforest. Heading north our driver will share fascinating stories & history as you travel along the famous 4WD-only Bloomfield Track before arriving at the iconic Lion’s Den Hotel for a cool refreshment (own expense). On arrival at Cooktown, relax before our welcome dinner.
Overnight: Accommodation at the Sovereign Resort
Meals supplied: Lunch & Dinner
DAY 2: Explore Cooktown
Lookouts . Guided Walks . Famous Sites
A day to explore Historic Cooktown with driver-guided touring, visiting Grassy Hill with its breathtaking 360 degree view of Cooktown, the Endeavour River and Coral Sea. The rich history of Cooktown will emerge on a driver-guided foreshore walk, showcasing notable landmarks including Reconciliation rocks, where the first act of reconciliation between Europeans and Aboriginals took place. Visit the Heritage listed Cooktown Cemetery, bearing testimony to the diverse nationalities who came to Cooktown and the Palmer Goldfields, take a step back in time at James Cook Museum with its fascinating artifacts before leisure time to have lunch (own expense) and simply enjoy the slower pace of this charming town. In the afternoon, join your driver-guide for a stroll through Cooktown’s Historic Botanic Gardens, established in 1878 and one of Queensland’s oldest regional botanic gardens. Complete a wonderful day of discovery with a photo opportunity at Finch Bay; a spectacular beach, surrounded by mountains before your guide returns you to your Hotel.
Overnight: Accommodation at the Sovereign Resort
Meals supplied: Breakfast
DAY 3: Cooktown to Cairns
Diverse Landscapes: Outback to Rainforest . Australia’s Oldest Coffee Plantation
We leave the coast today, heading inland for a dramatic change of scenery and depart Cooktown via the Mulligan Highway. Stops are made enroute at Black Mountain, Byerstown Lookout and the Palmer River Roadhouse. Marvel at the beauty of the outback savannah country with its vast eucalypt forests and termite mounds. Stop at Australia’s oldest coffee plantation for a delicious lunch and before leaving the hinterland, take in the view of the famous Barron Falls from the lookout. Our last stop is back on the lush tropical coast, visiting the Cattana Wetlands for a driver-guided walk in this beautiful nature conservation park before transfers back to Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas.
Meals supplied: Breakfast & Lunch
Cairns
June - November
Sunday
Departs on selected Sundays
Shared Trip 2024 Departure Dates: 30th June, 28th July, 18th August, 8th September, 29th September & 27th October
Exclusive Group 2024 Depatures Dates: 23rd June, 7th July, 11th August, 25th August 1st September, 15th September & 13th October
3 Day 2 Night
Low, Medium
Our Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be in writing.
Please note that all cancellations will incur an administration fee.
Please see our terms and conditions for details prior to booking.
Tour Operator's T&Cs:
CANCELLATION POLICY:
◦ Kuranda, Cape Tribulation, Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, Armour & Artillery Museum : 25% cancellation fee for any cancellations within 24 hours of travel, or for passengers who fail to appear on the day of departure.
◦ Daintree Dreaming: 100% fee applies for any cancellations within 48 hours of travel, or for passengers who fail to appear on day of departure.
◦ Cooktown: 100% fee applies for any cancellations within 48 hours of travel. 50% fee applies for cancellations outside 48 hours and within 7 days of departure.
◦ All passengers who cancel will be advised to contact their booking Agent for all refunds.
Terms & Conditions of Travel The laws of Queensland govern the tour. Down Under Tours (‘DUT’) accepts no responsibility for passengers or their property failing to be at designated points at designated times or for any loss or damage arising out of such failure. Travel on the 4wd Bloomfield Track is weather dependent. Alternative route via inland Mulligan Hwy may be taken with no refund. Solo travellers must book Single Room Rate for own room. Children must travel with an Adult. Maximum room occupancy is 2 people. Child Rate 4-14yrs inc. We do not recommend this tour for children under 7 years due to the length of the days.
au$1,499.00
Prices are AUD, per adult and include all levies fees and taxes.
Child:
au$1,420.00
Family: au$5,838.00
Tour Code: 206