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From Cairns/ Port Douglas: Full Day Tour of Daintree, Mossman Gorge & Cape Tribulation with Lunch & River Cruise

Guide explaining local flora to tourists on Cape Tribulation Day Tour.
Cape Tribulation rainforest view with ocean in the distance, part of a day tour.
Lush rainforest canopy in Cape Tribulation, featuring large fan-shaped leaves.
Cassowary in the rainforest during Cape Tribulation Day Tour.

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Get full refund for a small fee if you cancel 24 hours before the experience start time.

Duration

12 hr

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Guided tour

Transfers available

Pickup available

Meals included

Indulge in a sumptuous meal as a part of your experience

Explore the only place on Earth where two natural World Heritage sites coexist next to each other - the oldest surviving tropical rainforest, Daintree, and the world’s greatest living tropical reef, the Great Barrier Reef.

    • Explore the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation on a guided full-day tour with rainforest, river, and coastal highlights.

    • Relax with air-conditioned round-trip transfers from Cairns or Port Douglas and expert local commentary.

    • Walk through Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation rainforest tracks with expert insights into tropical ecosystems.

    • Enjoy a wildlife spotting river cruise plus panoramic views from Alexandra Lookout and Cape Tribulation.

    • Day tour of Mossman Gorge, Alexandra Lookout & Cape Tribulation

    • Round-trip hotel transfers from Port Douglas or Cairns (as per option selected)

    • Small group of 20 guests

    • Expert commentary by local driver-guide

    • Guided rainforest walk

    • Daintree river ferry

    • 1-hour crocodile & wildlife spotting river cruise

    • Tropical lunch at Heritage Lodge

    • Access to the Daintree Ice Cream Company

    • Morning tea at Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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  • See the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation on a full-day guided tour with expert local guides.

    Getting started

    Your experience includes a fully guided full-day tour to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, with round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches, or Port Douglas. Meet your expert local driver-guide at your pickup point, travel in comfortable air-conditioned transport, and enjoy informative commentary throughout the journey.

    What to expect

    • Daintree River wildlife cruise: Cruise along the Daintree River to spot crocodiles, birds, and native wildlife, guided by experienced local operators who share insights into the river’s unique ecosystem.

    • Mossman Gorge & rainforest walks: Explore Mossman Gorge on a guided rainforest walk, discovering ancient tropical rainforest landscapes, clear streams, and unique flora and fauna.

    • Cape Tribulation & rainforest exploration: Visit Cape Tribulation where the rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, with stops at Alexandra Lookout and guided walks through pristine rainforest environments.

    • Rainforest lunch & tropical ice cream: Enjoy a tropical lunch surrounded by rainforest scenery at Heritage Lodge, followed by a visit to the Daintree Ice Cream Company to sample locally made tropical fruit ice cream.

  • What to bring

    • Bring water bottles, camera, & snacks.

    What’s not allowed

    • This experience is not suitable for guests below 4 years of age.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    • This experience is not recommended for passengers using walking frames, sticks or with poor mobility.

    Additional information

    • Please note a medium level of mobility is required as the coach has several steps and passengers will board/disembark multiple times. The guided walks at Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation Beach are both considered easy grade and under 1 kilometre return in distance.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your guide.

    • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

    Pick-up Point

    • This ticket includes pick-ups and drop-offs from Cairns and Northern Beaches.

    • Please specify your pick-up location at the time of booking.

    • Please arrive at the pick-up point 10-15 minutes prior to the scheduled time to avoid delays.

    Validity

    This ticket is valid for the date selected during checkout.

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