Cape Tribulation Tours

Experience Cape Tribulation on a half-day snorkeling adventure. After a convenient pickup at your hotel, board a sturdy ocean safari vessel and head for the cape. Throw on your gear and dive in, watching for sea turtles, eagle rays, giant clams, brilliant coral, starfish, and tropical fish as you swim along the spectacular Great Barrier Reef. Marvel at the Daintree Rainforest—a UNESCO World Heritage site—from the water.

There's no need to get up at the crack of dawn on vacation with this afternoon horse riding tour. Beginners and experienced riders will enjoy riding through the beautiful Cape Tribulation landscape. After a safety briefing you'll be guided through the ancient Daintree Rainforest, where you'll learn about the flora and fauna. Continue on to beautiful Myall Beach.

Journey to the remote wilderness of Northern Queensland on this full-day tour of Cape Tribulation from Cairns and lose yourself in the UNESCO-listed Daintree rainforest. Kick off your adventure spotting koalas, kangaroos and crocodiles at the Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas, then make a beeline for Cape Tribulation beach. After a delicious lunch of seasonal cuisine (included), embark on a guided hike through the rainforest, looking out for native birds like the southern cassowary. Finally, take a thrilling cruise along the Daintree River and perhaps spy wild crocodiles lazing on the banks.

Tour approx 8am to 4pm. We have been given exclusive access to the longer hikes on this World Heritage listed private Rainforest Reserve. This is probably the only guided walk north of the Daintree River which requires some moderate level of fitness. Most tour companies stick to the short board walks near the road. Come with us on a truly wild walk, exploring the ancient rainforest, stunning valleys, majestic mountains, crystal clear streams and pristine beaches of the Daintree. We then enjoy a superb gourmet lunch in the rainforest, with choices of Steak, Fish, or Vegetarian. Followed by a refreshing swim in the glorious natural Dragons Pool. In the afternoon, we will stroll along our favourite beach in the Daintree to the mouth of Cooper Creek, where we can view the tallest mountain in the Daintree: Thornton Peak. To round out the day, we visit the world famous Daintree Ice Cream Farm, to taste their fresh exotic fruit delights!

Animal lovers will enjoy touring Cape Tribulation on the back of a horse. Whether you're a beginner rider or are experienced around horses, this small-group activity will be tailored to your needs. After an introductory briefing you'll be guided through the ancient Daintree Rainforest. Learn about the flora and fauna before emerging onto the golden sand of Myall Beach.

They say the rainforest meets the reef at Cape Tribulation, and you’ll see why on this day tour from Cairns. Hop on board the Daintree River ferry to get to the Cape. Tour the rainforests and beaches safely with a guide, looking out for saltwater crocs, cassowaries, and other tropical wildlife. Cool off with a swim in a freshwater creek and relax on pristine beaches. This is a fun-filled day and an easy way to visit this wild area.

Take your tour down under, into the remote outback, our home in paradise, Cape Tribulation, found in the heart of the Daintree. Walk into the night amongst Far North Queensland's finest and most unique natural habitat with our local guide. On the Daintree Great Barrier Reef Night Tour, you will go on a trail through and under the tree canopy of one of the world's oldest rainforests. This is a great way to see the local flora and fauna as well as an array of extraordinary wildlife, unique to Far North Queensland!

See nocturnal wildlife in its native habitat on this small-group nighttime guided walk around Cape Tribulation. In the company of scientist guides, venture into old growth tropical rainforest, following trails only your group has access to, and learn all about the plants and animals that make this World Heritage-listed ecosystem their home.

We venture deep into the Jungle only two kilometers from the Coral Sea on the slopes of a mountain blanketed in old growth rainforest amongst giant trees thousands of years old and plants and animals that predate dinosaurs. We use a unique mixture of humour and accurate scientific information to tell the story of this unique forest where Kangaroo's live in tree's, a bird is bigger than a human and nothing is considered deadly to humans. Every plant and animal has a part in the story of this World Heritage listed ecosystem and we spend two hours on the 'hunt' along trails identifying and explaining the things we see explaining their part in the story of the worlds oldest continuously existing forest. Our guides are Wet Tropics accredited biological scientists who love to entertain, we are local to the area and have 23 years experience in guiding visitors from all over the world so language differences are not an impediment to providing everyone an enjoyable experience.

Grab your camera and set out to experience the wild beauty of the UNESCO-listed Daintree rainforest on this full-day small-group tour from Cairns or Port Douglas. Spot exotic birds, vibrant butterflies and crocodiles as you cruise along the Daintree River; take a hike through the ancient jungle; and enjoy spectacular views of the Great Barrier Reef from Cape Tribulation. After lunch (included), get to see native animals like kangaroos, wallabies and lizards, stop for photos at the Alexandra Range Lookout and take a ride the Daintree River Ferry.

The Daintree Rainforest is part of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics, and is renowned for its exotic wildlife and unique ecosystems. On this 2-hour walking tour, explore the jungle trails after dark and discover the rainforest at its most active, when nocturnal wildlife is on the move and ancient trees appear even more atmospheric.

This is the Best of the Daintree ~ Where the Rainforest meets the Reef Approx 8am to 12noon We have selected the absolute highlights of this World Heritage paradise for you. Please arrive by 7:30am to enjoy your morning tea or coffee at the famous Turtle Rock cafe. Your guide will meet you and ask you to sign a waiver - see website for waiver details. Start the morning with a stroll along our favourite secluded Daintree beach, walking up this pristine stretch of coast to the mouth of the river. We then head into the heart of this ancient rainforest ecosystem, with an easy and informative circuit around the Mill Walk deep in the Nuwu Valley. Followed by a rejuvenating swim in the pristine stream. Please wear swimmers under your clothes, as there are limited changing rooms. We then return to Turtle Rock Cafe, where you can enjoy a superb lunch (price not included). We arrive here by 11:45am, in time for the optional afternoon reef trip. (Book separately via Ocean Safari website)

Visit The Daintree Saltwater Barramundi Farm and discover the journey from fingerling to finger food.

Enjoy a day in the pristine surroundings of Daintree Rainforest on this small-group walking and boating tour. Hike through lush forest glades and a creekside valley and take a refreshing swim under a secluded waterfall. After a delicious lunch, cruise through the Daintree River on a solar-powered boat in search of crocodiles and other native wildlife.

Experience an exclusive eco-tour that showcases North Queensland’s natural beauty and culture in a fast-paced adventure. Visit the heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, see lush tropical Daintree rainforest, picture-perfect Cape Tribulation beaches, and cruise down cooper creek on a historic crocodile tour. This is the only place where two World Heritage-listed sites, the Daintree Rainforest & Great Barrier Reef, meet. The historical tour showcases the real natural beauty and excitement the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation will showcase. After a half-day of touring, choose to unwind & relax at the unique Ferntree Rainforest Lodge and spend a night immersed within the heart of the Daintree Rainforest.

Experience a tour of North Queensland’s natural beauty and culture on this full day tour of Cooktown. You’ll see Cape Tribulation’s beaches, and also see the place where the Daintree Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef. You will also be able to relax at the Ferntree Rainforest Lodge at the end of the tour, with the option to spend the night.