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Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Trip from Cairns

(24 Reviews)
  • Departs from Cairns
  • 12 hours

 

Highlights

  • Visit Cape Tribulation Beach, Mossman Gorge & Alexandra Lookout in one day
  • Cruise the Daintree River in search of crocodiles, birds, and unique rainforest wildlife
  • Enjoy a tropical lunch in a private rainforest setting, plus Daintree ice cream

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What to expect

Your full-day adventure begins with early morning pick-ups from Cairns, the Northern Beaches, and Port Douglas before heading north to Mossman Gorge. At the Gateway Centre, board a shuttle into the gorge for a guided rainforest walk. Learn about the plants, trees, and hidden secrets of one of the world’s oldest tropical rainforests before enjoying morning tea.

Next, cruise the Daintree River on a one-hour guided tour. Glide through mangroves as your guide helps you spot saltwater crocodiles, tree snakes, and tropical birdlife, all while explaining the delicate balance of this unique ecosystem.

Continue to a private rainforest property for a delicious tropical lunch. Stroll along a peaceful creek before sitting down to a choice of steak, fish, or vegetarian meal served with fresh salads, fruit platters, and Daintree Tea or coffee.

In the afternoon, visit Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef. Walk the beach and enjoy views from Kulki Lookout before stopping at the Daintree Ice Cream Company for locally made tropical fruit ice cream. The day ends with a scenic stop at Alexandra Lookout for panoramic views across the Daintree River estuary and Coral Sea before returning south.

 

 

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5.0/5
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Molly

We had such a great day, I learned so much from our tour guide Daniel who was really funny and friendly too. Everything was really well organised, and I was impressed that there were vegan food options throughout the day. Highly recommend!

Sophie

A brilliant trip from start to finish. The transport was so comfortable with great air con, and the tour was so carefully planned and well organised. A special mention to our tour guide Joe, who made us feel so comfortable, and his knowledge and passion for the area really made the trip stand out for us. It's a full on day, but I'd recommend it to anyone wanting to tick off all these amazing spots in just one day.

What you need to know

Included in your tour

  • Pick-up & return transfers from Cairns, Northern Beaches & Port Douglas
  • Travel in luxury modern coach
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Morning tea at Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre
  • Entry fees & shuttle transfers at Mossman Gorge
  • Daintree River Cruise ticket
  • Lunch at Heritage Lodge
  • Daintree Ice Cream Tasting Cup (dairy-free options available)
  • National Park entry fees

Extra

  • Souvenirs

Time and Departure Location

Return transfers are included from selected Cairns, Palm Cove, and Port Douglas hotels/locations. Please check availability to see pick-up points.

Check availability to see starting times.

Important Information

Not suitable for

  • Children under 4 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Know before you go

  • Pickups commence: Cairns from 6:40 AM, Northern Beaches from 7:30 AM, Port Douglas from 8:20 AM. Refer to the supplier email for the exact pickup time. Important: Pickups commence prior to ‘Starting time’ indicated
  • A medium level of mobility is required to join this tour. The coach used has several steps on entry and passengers will board and disembark the vehicle several times throughout the day. The guided walks at Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation Beach are both considered easy grade and under 1 km return in distance
  • Not recommended for children under 4 years due to the length of the day

What To Bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Hat & sunscreen
  • Cash/Credit Card
  • Bottle of water

Cancellation Policy

  • Customer-requested cancellations made at least 6 days prior to travel will receive a refund of 95% of the total booking amount. The remaining 5% will be retained as a non-refundable administration and booking fee. Cancellations made within 5 days of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee, including no-shows.
  • Should supplier be required to cancel or the operation of the tour for any reason, including on the rare occasions due to inclement weather, an alternative date or itinerary will be offered to the passenger. If the alternative date or itinerary cannot be arranged or agreed upon, a full refund will be authorised. If the passenger accepts the alternative date or itinerary, no refunds will be issued.
  • Tour itinerary may be subject to change without notice due to weather conditions or operational requirements.
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction

Frequently asked questions

How much walking is involved?

The guided walks at Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation Beach are both easy grade and under one kilometre return. A medium level of mobility is required because the coach has several entry steps and guests will board and leave the vehicle several times during the day. This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or guests with limited mobility.

Is this tour suitable for children and families?

Yes. The rainforest walk, wildlife cruise, tropical beach and ice cream stop give families plenty of variety throughout the day. Children must be at least four years old. Because this is a full-day experience with a considerable amount of coach travel, it is best suited to children who are comfortable with longer days away from their accommodation.

Can I swim at Mossman Gorge or Cape Tribulation?

Swimming is not included as a scheduled activity on this tour. At Mossman Gorge, the experience focuses on a guided rainforest walk, while Cape Tribulation is visited for a beach walk, coastal scenery and photos. If swimming is an important part of your day, choose a tour that specifically includes a supervised swimming stop.

Is there a good chance of seeing crocodiles and other wildlife?

The one-hour Daintree River cruise gives you a good opportunity to look for estuarine crocodiles, tropical birds, tree snakes and other wildlife living around the river and mangroves. The cruise crew knows the habitat and will help point out animals that are easy to miss. Wildlife moves freely through the Daintree, so each cruise has its own natural encounters.

What food is included, and can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Morning tea, a two-course tropical lunch and an exotic fruit ice cream cup are included. Lunch normally offers a choice of steak, fish or a vegetarian meal, accompanied by salads, fresh fruit and tea or coffee. Gluten-free and dairy-free ice cream options are available. After booking, please contact us with any dietary requirements.

Are audio guides available in languages other than English?

Yes. GPS-activated commentary is available in German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese. The audio guide provides approximately three hours of commentary across the day, covering the environment, biodiversity and history of the Daintree region. After booking, please contact us with your preferred language.

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Peter

Reece was our driver and guide, and he did such a great job even though a few passengers weren’t very considerate, taking too long to get back on the bus and talking over him while he was trying to speak to everyone. I would definitely recommend Down Under to anyone visiting Cairns and Pt Douglas for a great day out. Reece really went above and beyond for most of us on the bus.

August 20, 2026

Molly

We had such a great day, I learned so much from our tour guide Daniel who was really funny and friendly too. Everything was really well organised, and I was impressed that there were vegan food options throughout the day. Highly recommend!

March 1, 2026

Annette

Anthony H was really entertaining and informative, weaving actual historical events into a modern day story. We visited Mossman Gorge for a walk through the rainforest, then had fresh scones with jam and cream for breakfast. After that we went to the Daintree forest for a river cruise where we spotted some crocodiles, then had a lovely lunch at Heritage Lodge before heading on to Cape Tribulation Tropical beach, which is meant to be one of the most dangerous beaches in the world because of the crocodiles. We finished up the tour at Daintree Icecream Farm to try some amazing flavours. Overall it was a great day and experience, and I’d highly recommend it for couples, families and friends.

February 21, 2026

Sophie

A brilliant trip from start to finish. The transport was so comfortable with great air con, and the tour was so carefully planned and well organised. A special mention to our tour guide Joe, who made us feel so comfortable, and his knowledge and passion for the area really made the trip stand out for us. It’s a full on day, but I’d recommend it to anyone wanting to tick off all these amazing spots in just one day.

December 28, 2025

Carlos

This time of year in December, being able to cool off with a swim at Mossman Gorge would be a nice bonus.

December 28, 2025
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