Full Day Highlights: Daintree, Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation, Cairns

Discover the beauty of 3 major highlights in one day: the Daintree rainforest, Mossman Gorge, and Cape Tribulation. Begin with an educational river cruise on the Mossman River, where you might spot crocodiles and birdlife. Stop for a lunch in the midst of the rainforest before heading to Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef. The day concludes with a tasty tropical ice cream treat at a local factory, before returning to your initial pick-up locations.

Your journey starts in the early morning, with pickups commencing from Cairns at 6:40 AM, Northern Beaches at 7:30 AM, and Port Douglas at 8:20 AM. You'll begin your adventure with the first stop at Mossman Gorge Center. Here, you will board a shuttle for the transfer into Mossman Gorge. Your driver/guide will accompany you on a guided walk, sharing their extensive knowledge of this enchanting rainforest environment. You will learn about the fascinating secrets of one of the world's oldest rainforests. After this, you'll return to the Center for a delightful morning tea.

Around 11:15 AM, you'll embark on a Daintree River Cruise. This one-hour journey on the river is a unique opportunity to understand the wildlife environment, see bird habitats, tree snakes, unique plants, and, of course, the well-known saltwater crocodile. After the river cruise, you'll stop for a delicious tropical lunch at a private rainforest property. While enjoying your meal, you can take a short walk along a beautiful rainforest creek. The lunch offers a variety of options including quality steak, fish, or a vegetarian meal accompanied by fresh salads, fruit platter, followed by coffee or Daintree Tea.

Post-lunch, at around 2:00 PM, you'll visit Cape Tribulation. You can walk on this world-renowned rainforest beach and admire the coastline and fringing coral reef from the stunning Kulki Lookout. Cape Tribulation is a magical place where the World Heritage-listed rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef.

Following Cape Tribulation, there's a treat in store for you at 3:15 PM. You'll stop at the Daintree Ice Cream Company for an afternoon refreshment. You can enjoy a delicious tropical fruit ice cream made from fruit grown on their own organic orchard.

The last stop of your day is the Alexandra Lookout. After winding through the rainforest of the Alexandra Range, you'll reach this spectacular lookout. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views over the Daintree River estuary, Snapper Island, and beyond to the Coral Sea. Finally, you will begin your journey back to Cairns/Palm Cove, rich with unforgettable memories of a day spent exploring the natural beauty and cultural history of the region.

Why Our Local Specialists Love It:

“A visit to the Daintree, Mossman Gorge, and Cape Tribulation is an essential day trip. The Daintree is the oldest rainforest in the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Its flora and fauna are truly unique. You can choose to join a small group or have a private guide accompany you.”

- Asko, local Australia specialist