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Cape Tribulation and Daintree Rainforest 4WD Day Tour

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Highlights

  • Guided walk through the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest
  • Daintree River Cruise spotting crocodiles in the wild
  • Guided beach walk to stroll along the beach where the Rainforest meets the Sea
  • Sit back and relax in comfort in a custom-built 4WD air-conditioned vehicle
  • Informative commentary from your naturalist guide full of local knowledge of flora, fauna and local history

About this experience

Join us for a day exploring the rainforest and amazing landscapes of the Daintree and Cape Tribulation wilderness area by a purpose built 4WD vehicle. Your informative and knowledgeable driver/guide will collect you from your accommodation and travel along one of Australia's great scenic highways to explore the Daintree and Cape Tribulation areas.

_Mossman Gorge -_ Visit Mossman Gorge Centre and enjoy morning tea before boarding the shuttle for your transfer into Mossman Gorge. Discover secrets of the world’s oldest tropical rainforest as your driver takes you on a guided walk through the Gorge boardwalk, sharing their knowledge and the history of this World Heritage listed region.

_Daintree River Cruise -_ Take a one-hour cruise to learn about the various habitats and wonderful wildlife found in this amazing environment, see birds, tree snakes, unique plants and of course maybe catch a glimpse of the estuarine crocodile.

_Tropical Lunch -_ Enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch in a beautiful rainforest setting.

_Cape Tribulation -_ Walk on this world-famous rainforest beach and admire the rainforest-fringed coastline and coral reef from the Kulki Lookout. Cape Tribulation was named by Captain Cook "this is where our trials and tribulations began".

_Alexandra Lookout -_ After winding through the rainforest of the Alexandra Range, enjoy this spectacular lookout over the Daintree River estuary, Snapper Island and beyond to the Coral Sea.

_Daintree Ferry -_ Re-cross the mighty Daintree River by cable ferry - one of the last of it's kind!

What to expect

Embark on a full-day adventure through the ancient landscapes of the Daintree and Cape Tribulation with our guided tour, starting right from your accommodation. Travel in comfort aboard a purpose-built 4WD vehicle, journeying along scenic highways that lead to some of Australia's most pristine wilderness areas. The day begins with a stop at Mossman Gorge, where you'll enjoy morning tea at the Mossman Gorge Centre before embarking on a guided walk through the lush rainforest boardwalk. Learn about the rich history and biodiversity of this World Heritage-listed site from your knowledgeable guide. Next, experience the Daintree River on a relaxing one-hour cruise, where you'll encounter diverse wildlife in their natural habitat, from colorful birds to fascinating tree snakes. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive estuarine crocodile as you navigate through this unique ecosystem.

Things to note

  • Check if there are any age restrictions for participants
  • Wear comfortable clothing suitable for outdoor activities and walking/hiking in potentially humid and tropical conditions.
  • Confirm the accessibility of the tour for any specific mobility concerns.
  • Monitor the weather forecast for the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation region before your tour.

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