Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour

Explore the World Heritage–listed Daintree Rainforest on this private 12-hour tour from Cairns. Traveling in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a naturalist guide, you’ll visit Daintree National Park and its natural attractions such as Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation. Discover the lush landscapes of what is most likely the oldest tropical rainforest on Earth, check out the town of Port Douglas, take a ferry ride across the Daintree River, and more.

After pickup from your Cairns hotel by your private guide, your day tour begins by heading north along Captain Cook Highway, passing through the beach suburb of Palm Cove.
Continue your journey north along Great Barrier Reef Drive, one of the most picturesque coastal drives in the world, Your next stop is the small seaside town of Port Douglas, where you’ll have a short tour before heading to Mossman Gorge. Enjoy morning tea at the Mossman Gorge Centre.

Then hop aboard a shuttle bus accompanied by your naturalist guide, and head into the national park for a guided walk in the dense tropical rainforest. Heading further north and passing by the sugarcane fields of Mossman, stop for lunch before joining a small cruise on the Daintree River.
Back on land, continue north along a picturesque road toward Cape Tribulation. A stop at the Alexandra Lookout and stop for icecream before we board the cable ferry across the Daintree. Return to your accommodation.

For those being collected in Cairns and the beaches, the day begins with a trip along the scenic Great Barrier Reef Drive, to Port Douglas. The road hugs the mountain side and we stop at Rex Lookout to enjoy stunning views of the Coral Sea. From here, we cruise to Port Douglas, picking up any extra guests and stopping at Flagstaff Hill which overlooks 4 Mile Beach.

A look at the beautiful Northern Beach of Cairns

Mossman Gorge, located on the southern edge of Daintree National Park, part of the Wet Tropics of Queensland UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy morning tea at the Mossman Gorge Centre.

Then hop aboard a shuttle bus accompanied by your naturalist guide, and head into the national park for a guided walk in the dense tropical rainforest. Admire views over the granite boulders and clear waters of the Mossman River, and if time and weather permit, you can take a swim.

Situated in the rainforest by the banks of the Daintree River enjoy a quality restaurant lunch, with a choice of meals available served with exotic tropical fruit selection.Local Tea & Coffee included. Tropical fruit presentation by our host, Richard.

step aboard the boat to take a 1-hour cruise on the Daintree River. Keep your eyes peeled for crocodiles and other local wildlife.

Shortly after at the Daintree River and board the cable ferry to cross this mighty river

Cape Tribulation is where the rainforest meets the reef and you can take it all in from the Kulki Lookout. This is the most northern point of our day tour adventure, so from here we begin the journey home

Alexandra lookout provides panoramic views over the Daintree delta, river and out to the Coral Sea.

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

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• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Professional guide
• National Park fees
• Live commentary on board
• Transport by private vehicle

• Food and drinks, unless specified

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• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• General inquiries: 1300 32 10 19 or +61 7 4041 0122

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• This Tour is Provided by Discovery Tours Australia.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Australia/Brisbane.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
• All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
• This Tour is Rated 5 Stars based on 25 valid reviews on VIATOR.
• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.