Daintree Rainforest Tours | Cape Tribulation | Native Wildlife | TW | TCT

Daintree Rainforest Tours | Cape Tribulation | Native Wildlife | TW | TCT

Daintree Rainforest Tour Itinerary

Port Douglas and Wildlife Habitat

Begin your Cape Tribulation day tour with a 7.00am pickup from your Cairns (and around 7:20am from Palm Cove) accommodation. You will travel in air-conditioned comfort as you enjoy the stunning scenic views of the famous Great Barrier Reef Drive on your way north to the Daintree Rainforest.

Once we collect our guests in Port Douglas at around 8.05am, your first stop of the day is at Wildlife Habitat around 8.45am, one of Australia’s leading wildlife experiences.

You will be taken on a tour by a knowledgeable guide through one of three ecosystems; the wetlands, the rainforest or the grasslands.

Wandering the elevated boardwalks, you will have the opportunity to observe the Australian native birdlife as they fly freely through the area.

You will also get to witness some of Australia’s rarest inhabitants such as the Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroo and Southern Cassowary, and enjoy the opportunity to feed kangaroos. For an extra cost, you can even choose to have your photo taken with a baby crocodile, python or koala.

BONUS- You are entitled to a re-entry pass for Wildlife Habitat valid for the next 4 days - just ask at receptions before you leave to receive your pass

Morning tea will be served before continuing on to your next destination.

10.15am Daintree Rainforest Tour

11.00am Cross the Daintree River on cable-drive ferry.

After departing from Port Douglas, your tour will stop at the Alexandra Lookout, for magnificent views over the Daintree River and Coral Sea, an area that was the first in the world to have two World Heritage sites meet, the Daintree Rainforest and the magnificent Great Barrier Reef of Australia.

Stop for a delicious tropical lunch in a picturesque rainforest setting or take a walk on Cape Tribulation Beach.

Arriving at Cape Tribulation, you are free to take a stroll along the famous beach, or wander the boardwalks to get spectacular views of this World Heritage site. Join a guided rainforest tour to get an in-depth understanding of the Daintree Rainforests eco-system, whilst experiencing fantastic photo opportunities.

The Daintree River Cruise

A cable-driven ferry delivers you across the untamed Daintree River, where you will embark on a Daintree River Wildlife Cruise. Keep your camera ready, as this river teems with wildlife.

Your experienced Daintree Rainforest river guide will help you to spot elusive crocodiles as they watch you from the river banks.

Keep an eye on the trees for the well-hidden tree snakes. Waterbirds love to hide in the mangroves and fresh water turtles are often spotted in the river.

Returning back to Port Douglas for at 6.00pm, Palm Cove 6:30pm and Cairns 7.00pm approx.

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