9 Day Accommodated Cape York Safari - Drive/Fly or Fly/Drive (DTA)

Departure Dates: Please enquire for availability 074047 9123 or info@cairnstouristinformation.com.au

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

• Small group- offering unrivalled, friendly and personalised service
• Modern 4WD vehicle and experienced driver guide
• All accommodation costs
• Breakfast, dinner and light lunches as per the itinerary
• Morning / Afternoon teas
• All National Park entry fees
• All ferries and barges
• Cruise to Thursday Island and a Short tour of the island
• Cruise to Horn Island and Short tour of the Island
• Flight from Horn Island to Cairns with QANTAS
• Queensland’s “Great Ocean Road”
• Daintree National Park and Ferry Crossing
• Cape Tribulation and its sandy beaches
• Mardja boardwalk
• Bloomfield Track & Falls
• Cedar Bay National Park
• Lion’s Den Pub
• Black Mountain
• Lakefield National Park
• Old Laura Homestead
• Batavia Downs
• Wenlock River
• Elliot Falls
• Fruit Bat Falls
• Jardine River
• Seisa
• Experienced Local Naturalist/ Accredited Tour Guides

DAY 1. CAIRNS TO COOKTOWN VIA THE DAINTREE

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation in The Daintree. (ensuite)
Leaving Cairns we head north along Queensland’s Great Ocean Road towards Daintree, where we will join the Daintree River Cruise for an hour of exploring the wilderness where crocodiles are often found. We then cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and make our way toward to Cape Tribulation giving you an opportunity to explore coastal headlands and long sandy beaches stopping to enjoy lunch before we journey through the World Heritage Rainforest.

DAY 2. DAINTREE TO COOKTOWN

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation in Cooktown. (ensuite)
After a leisurely breakfast we begin our journey towards Cooktown. Engaging 4WD, we travel along the Bloomfield Track (weather permitting) enjoying many scenic spots including Bloomfield Falls and Cedar Bay National park. We stop at the World-Famous Lions Den Pub – another classic Aussie Icon. We visit The Mysterious Black Mountain before arriving in the Historic township of Cooktown.

DAY 3. COOKTOWN TO COEN / MUSGRAVE

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation at Coen. (shared bathroom)
We start our day with a visit to Grassy Hill Lookout, The James Cook Museum, Botanical Gardens & Powerhouse Museum – this is truly an amazing place. From Cooktown we head west to Battle Camp and onwards into Lakefield National Park. After visiting “Old Laura” homestead we travel through many fascinating river valleys and numerous giant termite mounds before arriving at our overnight accommodation at The Coen Guesthouse.

DAY 4. COEN / MUSGRAVE TO LOCKHART

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation at Greenhoose Lockhart River. (ensuite)
Today we continue our adventure to one of Australia’s most remote area’s we head east exploring the Sir William Thompson Range and then crossing the Pascoe River, we head to Iron Range National Park. As we enter the National Park, we see the spectacular Mount Tozer at the peak of the table range, before descending down to Lockhart River a unique aboriginal community situated on the ocean at Lloyd Bay. Heading onwards further north – exploring the many wonders of the Iron Range National Park whilst enjoying the dense tropical rainforest being the largest remaining area of lowland rainforest in Australia. We arrive at Lockhart River for our overnight stay at The Greenhouse.

DAY 5. LOCKHART TO WEIPA

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation at The Weipa Motel. (ensuite)
Leaving the east coast behind, we head inland through the National Park and onwards to more savannah land, country of the Cape and head north. This afternoon we continue a westward track towards the West Coast and the famous mining town of Weipa – where we arrive late afternoon. The Weipa Motel offers warm hospitality and friendly service with modern comfort and style.

DAY 6. WEIPA TO BRAMWELL

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation at Bramwell Station. (ensuite)
Weipa located in the Gulf of Carpentaria is the largest town in the Cape York Peninsula with a population of about 3,000 people. Its main industries are mining and cattle exports. We take a stroll through the Jardine National Park to amaze your senses. We then visit the Western Cape Cultural Centre. Be impressed with the stunning and truly authentic aboriginal artwork and learn about the Aboriginal culture. Then take a stroll through the township. We take a Weipa Eco Cruise tour and then depart the port of Weipa and its amazing coastline before travelling onto Bramwell where we overnight.

DAY 7. BRAMWELL TO CAPE YORK

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation at Loyalty Beach. (shared bathroom)
Departing Bramwell we head through one of the largest cattle station on the Cape – Batavia Downs. We visit the Morton Telegraph Station; this important link in communication to the far north and the cape operated till 1960. We now begin what will be one of the highlights of our tour – it’s now time to join one of the original Telegraph Tracks (conditions permitting) Travelling further north to visit Elliot Falls and fruit bat Falls Joining the Bamaga Development Road we arrive at the Cape’s most famous river, the Jardine crossing the crocodile infested stream by ferry, then onwards to the top arriving at Loyalty Beach where we stay for the next two nights.

DAY 8. CAPE YORK TO THE TIP

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation at Loyalty Beach. (shared bathroom)
Today we visit the remains of Somerset, which was established by the Jardine Family as the Government outpost and Cattle Station. Spend some time at some secluded beaches, where we have previously sighted dugongs and sea turtles. This is a particularly scenic part of the Cape. We then head for Australia’s most northerly point, Cape York. The 30-minute walk to the point has lots of great views, also once we arrive it’s time to grab a drink and enjoy the afternoon over the Torres Strait.

DAY 9. THURSDAY ISLAND & CAPE YORK

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch & Flight from Horn Island
For our last day, we take a boat cruise across the Torres Strait to Thursday Island and enjoy a guided tour around this small island that is part of Torres Strait culture and history. The island is situated between Cape York and Australia’s nearest neighbour New Guinea. We then take a short ferry ride to Horn Island, where you will also enjoy a short tour of the Island before being transferred to the Horn Island Airport for your flight back to Cairns, arriving at approximately 5.00pm.

**Fly/Drive   The itinerary and inclusions are the same, the tour is just conducted in reverse**

Luggage is restricted to ONE Soft Bag per passenger (no suitcases), weighing no more than 10kgs + ONE Small Backpack/Day Pack

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Please note rates and itineraries are subject to change without notice.

Deposit: For travel in 2023 the non-refundable deposit is $600.00 per person.

Final Payments: Final payment is due at least 60 days prior to departure. Whilst prices could be subject to change without notice, upon final payment, all tour fares are fixed and not subject to change. For tours departing in less than 60 days, full and immediate payment is required.

Cancellations: Bookings cancelled more than 60 days prior to departure will incur a fee of 50% of deposit or $600 whichever is greater. • Bookings cancelled between 60 and 46 days prior to departure will incur a fee of 25% of tour total. • Bookings cancelled between 45 and 31 days prior to departure will incur a fee of 50% of tour total. • Bookings cancelled 30 days prior to departure will incur a fee of 100% of tour total. 

Unused Tour Sectors: If a passenger fails to join a tour/safari or joins in after departure, or leaves it prior to completion, no refunds can be made. No refunds will be made in respect of any part of the tour including food, excursions, accommodation, etc., that are not used or undertaken.

Additional Notes: Minimum 2 adults to operate.  Maximum 6 passengers per vehicle. Max two vehicles. Luggage is restricted to ONE Soft Bag per passenger (no suitcases), weighing no more than 10kgs + ONE Small Backpack/Day Pack.

Seasonal weather conditions and operational requirements may cause a variation in the tour itinerary. The operator reserves the right to substitute or modify if required. Please read our terms and conditions carefully. Departure and Return times are approximate. We Endeavor to room guests with ensuite facilities where available, once full we use shared facilities.  Please note this tour is not suitable for infants.