Join your one hour Daintree River cruise offering two different departure points along a twelve kilometre stretch of the river. This gives you the best opportunities to see wildlife and the diversity of this amazing eco system.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 6.
One hour cruises depart regularly from both Daintree Village as well as from Daintree Gateway which is located 200 meters before Daintree River Ferry Crossing. This gives visitors the best opportunities to see wildlife and the diversity of this amazing eco system. From rainforest to mangroves the scenery is spectacular. The Upper Daintree section from Daintree Village is especially popular for bird watching and departures from near the Daintree River Ferry Crossing (Daintree Gateway) offers spectacular views of Thornton Peak, rainforest and mangroves. Please note your first cruise will depart from Daintree Village, Check-in is at Daintree Tourist Information Centre located in Daintree Village. Times listed above are from Daintree Village Only. All extra bonus cruises can depart from either Daintree Village or from near Daintree Ferry river crossing. Look for the big Croc Head Kiosk. Cruise times available from near the ferry will be advised on check-in in the village.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Daintree River Cruise lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $28 per person for this Port Douglas 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:30 AM, 9:45 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:00 PM, and 3:30 PM.
Children aged 4–14 pay from $14, adults from $28. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 50 participants.
Wheelchair accessible Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark. Cruise from Daintree Village Jetty only suitable.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 516 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Crocodile Express.
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Great time. Saw a lot of crocs and other animals. The guides were excellent and the experience was great. They have a second departure point and offer you a FREE SECOND TOUR at that location a half hour later (10 minute drive). Definitely take them up on it. Great value.
Matt was very knowledgeable about the crocodiles and the rainforest. Very calm on the water and went up very close to a crocodile.
Great experience learning about the area and the animals inhabitants. Journey was fun and crocodiles along with snakes were spotted
Really awsome experience, because Anja is so knowledgable and such a great guide. We saw and learned about crocs, birds, fishes, mangroves, the Daintree rainforest and the region in general. Would give a 10-star-rating if we could!
Thank you for your excellent review. I will pass it on to Anja.
All good, great informative cruise, good close ups of crocodiles and other local wildlife , and captain was full of information
A truly valuable experience and great value for money. Easy to find and clear instructions about the two different cruises.
Talk about value for money! Under $40 a ticket you get access to two great river tours. We went on a 3:30pm from Daintree Village, loved the serene simplicity of being on a small boat operated by a local talking about their experiences. They know the usual hang out spots for all the wildlife. We saw 3 crocs, tree snakes and some unique birdlife. We loved it so much we went back the next day to do the sister tour which was included in the ticket price which leaves near the ferry crossing. We saw at least 6 crocs, the guide knew them by name and where they live. Was really enjoyable - not flashy, just immersed in the environment with a small group.
A nice tour on the river and we saw 2 large crocs and a baby. also saw some snakes and birds. boat driver was very knowledgeable and made it interesting.
An amazing trip and the facilitator had extensive knowledge about wildlife and the ecosystem at the Daintree but the best part was seeing “Barrett” a 4.5m male crocodile.
What an amazing experience! The Daintree River Cruise was one of the highlights of our trip. We were lucky enough to see several crocodiles in their natural habitat, and the scenery along the river was absolutely stunning. Even the cruise itself was incredibly enjoyable. Slowly navigating through the beautiful Daintree River, surrounded by ancient rainforest, was a unique experience and very relaxing. The views were breathtaking from start to finish. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and had an excellent eye for spotting wildlife. The commentary was both interesting and informative, which made the experience even better. If you’re visiting the Daintree region, this cruise is a must-do. It offers a perfect combination of wildlife, nature, and beautiful scenery. Highly recommend
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re delighted the Daintree River cruise was a highlight of your trip. Seeing wild crocodiles in their natural habitat, surrounded by rainforest scenery, is what makes the Daintree so special. We’re glad you enjoyed the guide, commentary and relaxing river experience.
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daintree River Cruise | 1 hour | 4.6 (516) | $28 | |
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 Afternoon Daintree Tour with River Cruise from Port Douglas | 4h 30min | 4.8 (225) | $127 | View |
 Daintree River 'Sunset' Cruise with the Daintree Boatman | 2 hours | 4.9 (194) | $53 | View |