Stay a little bit longer before or after your Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef adventure and explore the beauty of this famous region with other Daintree tours. Here’s a run down of other cool things to do….you can even book them online with us!
Jungle Escapes and Adventure Tours
Located in Cape Tribulation, this large property with old growth rainforest is privately owned, allowing for exclusive access. Bordering the Daintree National Park, the land has never been commercially logged and therefore remains in pristine condition. The trails are minimal impact bush trails, with walks amongst the plants and animals on natural terrain, without the artificial separation, significant visual impact, distractions or interruptions of the more often crowded boardwalks. The night and day walk tours are fully guided. Guides are locals and biological scientists with over 20 years guiding experience in this unique tropical location.
Option 1: Night Walk
- Nocturnal spotlighting
- Pristine old growth rainforest
- Exclusive access on natural bush trails
- Biological scientist guide with 20 years of experience guiding in the Daintree Rainforest
- No deadly venomous animals
- Spotlights and insect repellent provided
- Photography permitted
Price: $42pp (no child rate)
Time: 7.30pm -9.30pm
Numbers: Maximum 8 persons
Age: Minimum age 10
Option 2: Family Friendly Night Walk
- Nocturnal spotlighting
- Natural bush trails through old growth rainforest
- Exclusive access
- Biological scientist guide, father of four with 20 years of experience guiding in the Daintree Rainforest
- Spotlights and insect repellent provided
- Photography permitted
- No mosquitoes, leeches, or deadly venomous animals
Price: Adult $40pp/Child $30pp
Time: 6.00pm – 7.15pm
Numbers: Maximum 8 persons
Option 3: Day Walk
- Six trails: choose your level of challenge
- Exclusive access on natural bush trails through pristine old growth rainforest
- Local biological scientist guide with 20 years of experience in the Daintree Rainforest
- Photography permitted
- Insect repellent & binoculars provided
- No deadly venomous animals
Prices: Adult $40pp/Child $30pp
Times: 2 hours – 8.30am / 11.00am / 1.30pm
Private Day Walk
- Suited to those wishing a exclusive privately guided experience
- Customise your trail
- We provide binoculars & insect repellent
- No deadly venomous animals
- Upgrade to a half day (4 hours) for an additional $40.
Price: $160
Times: 2 hours – 8.30am / 11.00am / 1.30pm
Numbers: Maximum 6 persons
Cape Tribulation Wilderness Cruises
Join the only tour boat permitted in the Cape Tribulation section of the Daintree National Park on a mangrove discovery tour in search of the estuarine crocodile.
Wind your way from Cooper Creek’s Coral Sea mouth towards the panorama of Queensland’s third highest mountain, Thornton Peak, on a leisurely and informative cruise into this unique world of mangroves.
Price: Adult $35pp/Child $25pp (2-14)
Solar Whisper Daintree River and Wildlife Cruises
Solar Whisper is the only solar electric boat on the Daintree River and is one of the few boats that can travel into the small tributaries where the big boats can’t. The vessels are designed to treat this fragile ecosystem and the animals within it with the respect it deserves . Get closer to nature with no fumes, no loud noises and no wake.
The wildlife is totally wild so you never know exactly what you will see, however crocodiles are seen on most tours (if you don’t see a crocodile enjoy a free return cruise!), as well as birds, snakes and frogs. Local Daintree tea, coffee and biscuits are included.
Option 1: One Hour Cruise
Prices: Adult $30pp, Child $15pp (age 4-15). Infants free (under 4), Seniors & Students $22pp, Family $70 (2 ad & 2 ch)
Times: 9.30 am, 10.45 am, 11.45 am, 12.45 pm, 2.15 pm and 3.30 pm
Option 2: Two Hour Cruise
This cruise is designed for those with a special interest in photography or who just want to spend more time looking at the small things.
Prices: Adult $60pp, Child $30pp (age 4-15), Infants free (under 4).
Times: Dawn, dusk or anywhere in between.
Cape Trib Horse Rides
Experience the unrivaled beauty of Cape Tribulation like a true explorer with a guided horse riding tour!
Discover an abundance of local flora and fauna as you weave through the majestic Daintree Rainforest on horseback on your way to Myall Beach. Once there, you will explore the beautiful coastline with views of the Great Barrier Reef and have the opportunity to walk your horse into the shallow waters of the ocean (clarity permitting and only at the discretion of the guide), providing great photo opportunities to capture your experience.
No previous experience is necessary and riders 5 to 14 years old are welcome, as long as they are accompanied by an adult. The tour caters to all levels from beginners to experienced riders.
After being paired with a suitable horse, you will be introduced to your guide who will give you instructions and lead your tour.
Prices: Adult $129pp, Child $89pp (5 – 14 yrs)
Times: Twice daily, except Mondays. 90 minutes in duration, departing 11:00am and 2.30pm
Numbers: Maximum 8 riders
Maximum weight: 102 kilograms or 16 stone per rider
Daintree Discovery Centre
The multi-award winning Discovery Centre allows visitors to experience one of Australia’s last remaining pockets of low-land rainforest at every level. Located just 10kms north of the Daintree River Ferry, it boasts the spectacular Canopy Tower (over 23m/76 feet high), Aerial Walkway, Interpretive Display Centre with interactive technology, Creek Ecology Display and a small theatre. Self Guided Audio Tours available in eight languages.
Why not visit the Daintree Discovery Centre, an award-winning world class interpretive facility that allows visitors easy access to every level of the Daintree Rainforest; from the forest floor to the upper most reaches of the canopy. Established in 1989 the centre is widely recognised as a leader in the field of ecotourism, and in particular, environmental conservation. It provides an excellent introduction to the wonders of the Daintree Rainforest. The Daintree Discovery Centre is located in the heart of the Daintree rainforest, an easy two hour drive north of Cairns along one of the most beautiful coastal roads in the world.
The Daintree Discovery Centre is the #1 Attraction in the Daintree Rainforest. View the Centre’s interactive map for a closer look at the attractions available. An audio Daintree Rainforest tour included as part of the entry fee for you to enjoy! There are so many natural wonders on display, so don’t miss out on the wonderful opportunity to explore everything the Daintree Discovery Centre has to offer on your visit to the Daintree Rainforest.
Entry includes access to:
- The Canopy Tower
- Aerial Walkway
- Cassowary Circuit and Bush Tucker Trail
- Interpretive Display Centre
- Self-guided Audio Tour (available in 8 languages* – new Children’s tour suit ages 5 – 9 years)
- 68 page interpretive guide book
- 7 day re-entry (no extra charge)
Opening Hours: The Daintree Rainforest Discovery Centre is open every day except for Christmas Day (25th December). Hours of operation are from 8.30am to 5.00pm daily.
Prices: Adult $35pp, Child $16pp (5 – 17 years inclusive), Family $85, Concession – Seniors/Students $32pp
D’Arcy of Daintree 4WD Tours
Option 1: Wujal Wujal – Bloomfield Falls Full Day Tour
This is a classic 4WD tour through beautiful creeks from Cape Tribulation up the Bloomfield Track, with lots of sightseeing stops along the way such as Donavans Range lookout, Cowie Beach, Woobadda Creek, Bloomfield River lookout, Wujal Wujal Falls, Emmagen Beach/Creek, plus Cape Tribulation Beach, Coconut Beach views and an interpretive walk through 400 million years of plant evolution at Madja Boardwalk.
Price: Up to 2 people $600 (additional person $100)
Time: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Numbers: Maximum 5 people
Option 2: Cooktown Tour (extended full day)
History and nature are combined on a multi-featured tour exploring the Bloomfield Track and Cook’s Cooktown, including the Wujal Wujal (Bloomfield) Falls. Packed with great scenery, lots of stops, diverse vegetation and of course the opportunistic wildlife, venture further up the Track past Wujal Wujal along the Bloomfield River to Cooktown. Lion’s Den Hotel, Black Mountain, Keatings Lagoon Wetlands, Grassy Hill and the Cooktown Botanic Gardens are some of the usual stops on the way. Depending on weather conditions, you can also visit the spectacular Archer Point, by dropping some other stops or reducing the time in Cooktown.
The tour includes free entry to the James Cook Museum and fish and chips lunch overlooking the wharf on the Endeavour River.
Price: Up to 2 people: $800 (additional person $100)
Time: 7:30am to 6:15pm
Numbers: Maximum 5 people
Option 3: Cape Tribulation – Bloomfield Track – Cooktown
There’s a lot to explore during a visit to the Daintree. Surreal backgrounds to secluded coral fringed beaches, crystal clear creeks, 400 million years of plant evolution, the world’s most diverse mangroves in one place, strange and fascinating fauna, colourful fungi, peculiar geology and a whole lot of history. All of it concentrated right here around the Daintree Coast / Cape Tribulation section of the Wet Tropics of Queensland. If you have special interests, or maybe time constraints, a tour can be tailored to suit your plans. This tour visits some of the key features of the Bloomfield Track, with interpretation and an oversight into as many aspects of the rainforest, reef, mangrove and beach as possible. It includes Donavan’s Range lookout, Woobadda Creek, Cowie Beach and Emmagen area.
Price: Up to 2 people $300 (additional person $50)
Numbers: Maximum 5 people
