Cairns | Half Day Rainforest 4WD Adventure AM/PM | DTA | HD1

Cairns | Half Day Rainforest 4WD Adventure AM/PM | DTA | HD1

This the perfect half day small group rainforest adventure tour. This tour will have you driving through creeks and mountain tracks, marvelling at the waterfalls and getting up close and personal with some of the oldest flora, fauna and wildlife in the world.

Your half day tour begins with one of our friendly and knowledgeable Accredited Naturalist Guides collecting you from your accommodation at approximately 7:00am or 1:00pm in a comfortable 4WD vehicle to begin your journey half day rainforest adventure.

Places visited

• Surprise Falls
• Campbell’s Lookout
• Copperlode Dam
• Lake Morris
• Clohesy River Boardwalk
• Clohesy Fig Tree
• Termite Mounds
• Wright Lookout
• Barron Falls
• Henry Ross Lookout

Please note: the morning and afternoon half day tours work in reverse and we can alter our itinerary to match cruises ship timetables.

You will head north for the beautiful Surprise Falls nestled amongst the Barron Gorge National Park. These glorious falls cascade 243m into the Gorge and admire the stunning views from Campbell’s Lookout. From here you will make your way south to Copperlode Dam, Cairns water supply, stopping along the way at the Lake Morris lookout where you will be able to take in the amazing panoramic views of beautiful Cairns.

Now it’s time for the 4WD adventure to begin... crossing over the dam wall heading into the spectacular World Heritage Rainforest you will discover the world’s largest ferns. These prehistoric ferns will make for a fabulous backdrop for those holiday photos.

Oue exclusive access permit will take us into areas where no one else can go! Exciting creek crossings await (during green season) to give you a unique 4WD experience suitable for all adventure levels.

This is where you have time to enjoy morning or afternoon tea taking in the secluded surrounds. The journey then continues arriving at the Clohesy River.

It’s time to stretch your legs and enjoy the informative guided walk along the Clohesy River Boardwalk, appreciating the peace and serenity of the secluded rainforest surrounds. Here you will see the amazing, ancient Clohesy Fig Tree.

Heading away from the lush rainforest you will be surprised by the quick change in scenery from the lush wet tropics to the dry outback savannah. Discover the picturesque termite mounds while learning even more about the region from the informative tour guide.

The 4WD will then make its way up to Wrights Lookout with spectacular views of Cairns city and surrounding region. Just spectacular!

Your four wheel drive tour will continue onto the mighty Barron Falls/Lower look out. This is one of the most well-known waterfalls in Tropical Far North Queensland, boasting a lovely view all year round. This will allow for more fantastic photo opportunities.

As the tour concludes you will make your way down the Kuranda range to the spectacular Henry Ross Lookout. This spot provides a breathtaking backdrop overlooking the Coral Sea before making your comfortable journey back to your accommodation.

Our four wheel drive half day tour adventure provides an inside look at some truly magnificent rainforest and countryside. With private access to National Parks rainforests and a limited amounts of guests, your half day tour will be full of exploration and discovery or things you may never have seen before or even hearda bout before. Australia really provides a truly amazing and diverse landscape.

Tour Option - Return to Cairns on the Skyrail Gondola or Kuranda Scenic Train

An amazing option for those who want to make their day out in the rainforest extra special. Choose to travel on the Skyrail Gondola or Kuranda Scenic Train back to Cairns instead of driving down the range road.

The Skyrail Gondola will have you gliding above the tree top canopy, over the mountain and down to Cairns, with incredible views of the rainforest, Barron Gorge, Barron Valley, the Coral Sea and Great Barrier Reef in the distance along the way. The Kuranda Scenic Train is another great option to get back to Cairns. The historic railway provides amazing views of the rainforest, waterfalls and valley below as well as a taste of the history of Cairns.

Both Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Train are extremely popular with visitors and Cairns locals and these options are sure to add an extra special element to your day. Read more about Skyrail and the Kuranda Scenic Train here.