Cape Tribulation & Daintree
Cairns has multiple rainforest regions, understanding the difference is important. Travelling 2 to 2.5 hours north of Cairns is the Daintree Rainforest, often called Cape Tribulation.
Daintree National Park is the entire rainforest region that is World Heritage listed and is the worlds oldest continuous living rainforest. This is the only location in the world where 2 world heritage listed sites - "where the rainforest meets the reef". Cape Tribulation is a beach location in the Daintree Rainforest that has accommodation choices and activities on offer.
Cape Tribulation Day Tours visit the Daintree Rainforest, some focus on the Aboriginal Culture and History. You can consider staying overnight.
Please enquire if you need honest local advice in helping you to choose the most suitable Daintree / Cape Tribulation Day Tour or overnight package.
3 Day Cape Tribulation & Cooktown Wanderer
Rates from: $1621
Experience the very best of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park, the excitement of the 4WD-only Bloomfield Track and the unspoilt beauty and incredible cultural heritage of historic Cooktown. Our experienced driver-guide will share knowledge and history as you explore the ancient Daintree and historic Cooktown. The 3 Day Wanderer is for visitors who have the time to explore our region at a more leisurely pace
Kuku Yalanji Cultural Habitat Tours
Rates from: $110
100% First Nations owned and operated
Just a 15 minute drive north of Port Douglas is beautiful Cooya Beach (Kuyu Kuyu), a special place and traditional fishing grounds of the Kuku Yalanji people.
Active Tropics - Cape Tribulation Day Tour
Rates from: $183
Your action packed Cape Tribulation full day tour with Active Tropics Explorer begins with the beautiful scenic drive along the coastline north of Cairns, past Port Douglas and through the small township of Mossman heading within the Daintree National Park. Our experienced guides will inform you of the amazing diversity you will see when entering this 130 million-year-old rainforest. Your tour also includes a 1 hour Daintree River Cruise, lunch, guided rainforest walk and Mossman Gorge.
Billy Tea Bush Safaris - Cape Tribulation 4WD Day Tour
Rates from: $229
Billy Tea Safaris offer a truley unforgetable Daintree and Cape Tribulation experience. Your naturalist guide will meet you at your accommodation and after introductions you will drive north along the scenic route to Mossman. Lush farmland contrasts with seascape as you approach the majestic Daintree River. Time for a short morning tea break then its 'all aboard' for an informative river cruise. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree can offer as you learn about Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and wildlife, this is nature at its best!
Highlights of this day trip include the BBQ lunch, hand feeding kangaroos, an elevated treetops walk, Bloomfield 4WD Track and a visit to Emmagen Creek.
Cape Trib Connections
Rates from: $179
One of the most budget ways to see the Daintree National Park and Cape Tribulation Beach if you are happy to bring along your own lunch. Or you can pay a little extra to include a great picnic lunch. The bonus is the possibility of getting an indigenous guide for the day. See the World Heritage Listed rainforest, Mossman Gorge and do a 1 hour crocodile spotting tour as well as much more on this great little day tour.
If you want to stay one or more nights up in the rainforest this company gives you the option of 4 accommodation venues to choose from.
Cape Tribulation Beach Horse Rides
Rates from: $150
Enjoy a beautiful horse ride tour through Cape Tribulation as you meander your way through the oldest living rainforest in the world. You will ride through crystal clear mountain streams, paddocks and along riverbeds until you reach the spectacular Cape Tribulation's Myall Beach. One of the few places in the world where you can stroll along the beach and ride along the ocean edge on horseback, soaking up the atmosphere of the pristine beaches of Cape Tribulation. Rides available at 8.00am or 11.00am - the ride will take 1.5 hours.
Cape Tribulation Day Tour (CTR - DUT)
Rates from: $271
Travel in air conditioned comfort in a luxury purpose built vehicle as you visit and explore the oldest rainforest in the world. With professional and informative guides you will enjoy learning about the flora, fauna and native wildlife of this unique Eco System. Your journey includes a visit to the Mossman Gorge Gateway Centre, Cape Tribulation Rainforest and Beach, lunch in a private rainforest setting and a 1 hour Daintree River Cruise.
Daintree Dreaming Day Tour (Adventure North)
Rates from: $330
This is one of the most intimate and authentic Aboriginal Tour experiences in Tropical North Queensland. A cultural journey taking you from coast to rainforest experiencing natural beauty and ancient culture.
The Kuku Yalanji people of Tropical North Queensland will welcome you to their lands on this engaging cultural tour. Learn traditional hunting and gathering skills that are still used today to search for bush tucker for their family at the traditional grounds of Kuyu Kuyu (Cooya Beach).
Daintree Premium Day Tour
Rates from: $249
Visit the "Oldest Rainforest on Earth", the amazing Daintree National Park. Our vehicles carry 14 passengers with personalised service. Knowledgeable guides offer a well planned itinerary and relaxed schedule to really take in the sights.
Eco Daintree Tour Start At Mid Day
Rates from: $400
Travel in small group with FNQ Nature Tours to the "Oldest Rainforest on Earth", the only company offering the longest walk on a Daintree tour which is 4.5 kilometres. Maximum of only 7 passengers, this nature walk will increase your chance of seeing wildlife in their native environment. Recognised by Tourism Queensland and Australian Wildlife Journeys for their efforts to improve the quality of wildlife interactions.
Mossman Gorge Daintree & Wildlife
Rates from: $239
Connect with one of the world's oldest cultures through a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony, explore World Heritage listed rainforest, and discover iconic wildlife through uniquely guided experiences.
Uncle Brians - Best of Both Worlds
Rates from: $399
Come and join us on the 'Best of Both Worlds" tour and visit the iconic Atherton Tablelands and Daintree National Park over two action packed days!
Uncle Brians - Cape Tribbin Day Tour
Rates from: $199
A locally owned company offering a slightly different aspect of the Daintree National Park/Cape Tribulation region. Instead of visiting the tourisity central part of Mossman Gorge they will take you to a tributary creek within the Mossman area for a swim, plus Emmagen Creek right in the heart of Cape Tribulation. Your guide will walk you through the rainforest to locations well known for spotting the rare and endangered Southern West Cassowary living in its native environment.