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Daintree, Cape Tribulation and River Cruise from Port Douglas

4 hours to 1 day

Overview

This full-day trip from Port Douglas covers some of the Daintree region’s best-known spots in one organised day. You’ll visit Mossman Gorge, head into the rainforest at Cape Tribulation, and take a Daintree River cruise to look for local wildlife. With a local guide, included national park fees, morning tea, lunch and Port Douglas hotel transfers, it’s a straightforward way to see a lot without hiring a car or planning the route yourself.

Why backpackers love it

If you’re based in Port Douglas and want to see the Daintree properly without organising transport, this keeps things easy. It’s not a cheap quick trip, but it does bundle together transfers, meals, park fees and a guided river cruise, which helps with overall value. The small-group setup also makes for a more relaxed day than a big coach tour, especially if you’re keen on wildlife, rainforest walks and seeing a lot in one hit.

What to expect

The day starts with pick-up in Port Douglas before travelling north in a small group. Along the way, you’ll stop at Mossman Gorge, take in rainforest scenery and lookouts, and spend time in the Daintree and Cape Tribulation area. A river cruise adds a chance to spot wildlife such as saltwater crocodiles, and the tour also includes a cooked-to-order lunch in a rainforest setting plus morning tea. Depending on conditions, there may also be time for a swim in a rainforest stream. Entry fees are covered, and the pace is suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What's included

  • All entry and national park fees
  • Cooked-to-order rainforest lunch
  • Morning Tea
  • Small-group local guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off (Port Douglas only)

Features

  • Covers Mossman Gorge, Cape Tribulation and a Daintree River cruise in one day
  • Small-group touring with a local guide gives the day a more personal feel
  • Includes cooked-to-order lunch, morning tea and all national park entry fees

Details

Additional details

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Prices, availability, and cancellation policies are managed by the tour provider and may change. Please confirm all details on the booking page before purchasing.

From A$279.00

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