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Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $222 / person
- Location
- Cairns and the Tropical North
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 906 reviews
- Languages
- DE, CMN, JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 28
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Down Under Tours
Description
Travel in air-conditioned comfort in your luxury purpose-built vehicle to Cape Tribulation; through some of the oldest rainforest in the world. Enjoy a guided rainforest walk through Mossman Gorge, a cruise on the Daintree River, delicious tropical lunch in a rainforest setting, and a walk on famous Cape Tribulation Beach. Stop at the Daintree Ice Cream Company for a refreshing fruit ice cream and a photo opportunity at Mount Alexandra Lookout before returning home .
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 6:45 AM
- Next available
- Tue, Oct 13
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $222
- Child (ages 4–14)
- $149
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre
Explore the ancient rainforest of Mossman Gorge - home of the Kuku Yalanji people, and part of the Daintree Rainforest; the world's oldest surviving tropical rainforest. Your experienced driver guide will take you on a guided walk here.
Enjoy a 1 hour cruise on the Daintree River- an intricate eco-system home to a range of Australian wildlife including the elusive Saltwater Crocodile.
Daintree Region
Enjoy a delicious lunch in the heart of the Daintree rainforest. Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options available.
Cape Tribulation Beach
Walk on renowned Cape Tribulation beach, famous for being where the Rainforest meets the Reef. This place was named by Captain Cook on his voyage of discovery. Your driver guide will share their knowledge of this stunning location.
Mount Alexandra Lookout
Take in the amazing views across the Rainforest canopy and out to where the Daintree River meets the Coral Sea - the perfect photo opportunity!
The tour includes an afternoon refreshment at the Daintree Ice Cream Company. A tasting cup with 4 local ice cream flavours, made from ingredients grown in their on-site organic fruit orchard.
Cross the mighty Daintree River onboard the ferry which provides access to the northern Daintree rainforest and Cape Tribulation.
What's included
Included
Photo opportunity at Alexandra Lookout
Walk on world famous Cape Tribulation beach
Tropical lunch in a rainforest setting
Enjoy exotic fruit ice cream at The Daintree Ice Cream Company
Wildlife Spotting Cruise on the Daintree River
Guided rainforest walk at Mossman Gorge
Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Pickup Locations & Times
Your exact pickup time and location will be confirmed by the operator after you have booked. Please be ready at the confirmed pickup location at least 10 minutes prior to your confirmed pickup time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
906 reviews
How it compares in Cairns & the Tropical North
- No. 14 by number of reviews among 242 tours in Cairns & the Tropical North
- Starting price $222 is 18% above the typical $188 for tours of similar length in Cairns & the Tropical North
Excurgo comparison of 242 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Cruise ship passengers are recommended to walk to the Hilton Hotel for tour pickup as port pickup/drop-off is not available
- GPS commentary available in German, French, Italian, Spanish, Mandarin and Japanese
- A medium level of mobility is required to join this tour. The coach used has several steps on entry and passengers will board and disembark the vehicle several times throughout the day. The guided walks at Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation Beach are both considered easy grade and under 1klm return in distance.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $222 per person for this Cairns and the Tropical North experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 6:45 AM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–14 pay from $149, adults from $222.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Your exact pickup time and location will be confirmed by the operator after you have booked. Please be ready at the confirmed pickup location at least 10 minutes prior to your confirmed pickup time. Pickup points include The Reef Retreat Palm Cove, Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, CMN, JA, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 28 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult Not recommended for child aged 3 and under
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
A medium level of mobility is required to join this tour. The coach used has several steps on entry and passengers will board and disembark the vehicle several times throughout the day. The guided walks at Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation Beach are both considered easy grade and under 1klm return in distance.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(906)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
Out of this world trip
So worth every penny. Excellent guide Scott, very informative, funny and kind
S
Best day at Daintree Forest and Cape Tribulation!
Had a full day tour with Scott across Mossman Gouge, Daintree rainforest and Cape Tribulation. Scott was so funny, informative and sensitive about his experiences with the original owners of the land (Kuku Yalanji people). It was a long day but Scott and the tour was organized efficiently with a good time given for each stop and for pictures. The lunch at On The Turps in Daintree, was set in the picturesque rainforest and was absolutely delicious. Highly recommend this tour for the wonderful anecdotes with Scott, the yummy food by locals and for the easy-going, yet picturesque tour!
G
Day Trip to Daintree Reserve
Lovely day. Our Guide Scott was both amusing and knowledgeable. Recommended.
K
Wonderful experience!!!
Scott was so great. Wonderful attitude and personality Super informative and a delight to go on tour with! Thanks Scott!
R
Cairns Forest
Beautiful experience, spectacular forest tour
J
Daniel is a great guide.
Daniel is a great guide, as informative as he is entertaining. As with many tours the visits to the sites are a bit brief, but a great tour to get to know an area.
V
Nice rainforest experience
Nice experience, Daniel is really good guide, good at showing interesting rainforest creatures lol. Nice food as well.
M
Beautiful views and an entertaining guide
David was an excellent excellent storyteller and was a entertaining guide. We learned about the flora and fauna, history of the area and many other subjects while we took in the beautiful landscape of Australia. The tour was well organised.
O
A Close Encounter with an Ancient Rain Forest
Our Guide today was Daniel, who was friendly, very knowledgeable, informative and entertaining. We visited wonderful sites, including a beautiful area of rain forest with a stream running through it, and then the Daintree River where we saw several crocodiles from a boat with another guide, then a beach where the rain forest comes down to the sea. Refreshments, lunch, and ice cream with local ingredients were fun to taste and delicious, but not overemphasized. We felt glad to have the chance to see and learn as much as we did. There were about 20 people and some spoke other languages like German and Italian and were able to hear a translation. The tour went from 7am to 5:30 pm, and involved a long drive, but Daniel, explained interesting history and stories about Cairns and the suburbs and countryside which made it quite enjoyable.
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