Daintree & Cape Tribulation Adventure

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6 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

16 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

Starts

Cairns, Australia

Ends

Cairns, Australia

Highlights

Start your trip with an eco-tour of Mandingal Bay in Cairns with a First Nations guide and experience a traditional Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony.

Visit the Daintree Rainforest – the oldest rainforest in the world – and Cape Tribulation on a stunning day that ticks off two UNESCO World Heritage areas (nature lovers rejoice!).

Hang out at Tolga Bat Hospital – the country’s largest rehabilitation facility for the famous upside-down critters – and learn about their research and advocacy projects.

Watch the sunset over the Mareeba Wetlands on a unique wildlife spotting experience hosted by Forever Wild – an organisation focused on combatting climate crises with community and conservation-based activities.

Witness the expansive and iconic Great Barrier Reef on a snorkelling adventure, where you can see the colourful corals and tropical fish as you swim with turtles off the Daintree coast.

Itinerary

Vivid rainforests, ancient traditions, and abundant wildlife converge on the "Daintree & Cape Tribulation Adventure"—a six-day guided tour for those keen to mix outdoor activities with cultural depth. Beginning and ending in Cairns, this journey takes you into the heart of the Daintree Rainforest, the planet’s oldest living rainforest, and onward to Cape Tribulation’s wild coast.

Highlights include guided First Nations walks, waterfall visits, and insights into bat rehabilitation. Explore the Mareeba Wetlands at sunset, swim in Mossman Gorge, hike through lush rainforest trails, and spot turtles, tropical fish, and exotic birdlife. The tour’s moderate activity level ensures it’s accessible yet invigorating, with plenty of free time to personalize your experience.

This tour’s unique appeal lies in its hands-on blend of nature and indigenous culture, delivering an authentic Australian adventure that’s as educational as it is exhilarating.

day 1 - Cairns

Welcome to Cairns! Known as Gimuy in the language of the Traditional Owners of the land on which Cairns is now located, this is the gateway to Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Your adventure kicks off with a welcome meeting at 6 pm, where you’ll meet your group leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive in Cairns with time to spare, you might like to check out the Cairns Botanical Gardens or simply wander the waterfront promenade, popping into any of the local bars that take your fancy.

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

day 2 - Cairns

After breakfast, head out on a First Nations-guided eco-tour of Mandingal Bay. The Traditional Owners of this land will teach you about Country, where mountains are home to rainforests and vast wetlands are home to local birdlife. Walk to Hills Creek, where the sea meets the fresh water and attend a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. Then, join your guide on a rainforest trail and learn about ancient Aboriginal traditions, customs and artefacts as you listen to the sounds of nature. After, you have a free afternoon in Cairns to grab some lunch, head to a local art gallery, explore the aquarium or just soak up some sun on the promenade.

included:Cairns - Mandingalbay First Nations tour

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 3 - Kuranda / Mareeba

This morning, enjoy breakfast and then drive to Kuranda – perched at the top of a mountain. Start with a visit to nearby Barron Falls lookout for the best photo spots, then head into town. You’ll have some time to explore this charming rainforest town and its surroundings at your own pace. Maybe check out the famous Kuranda Markets, or relax at one of the town’s many restaurants and cafes, where outdoor dining is one of the joys of the cooler mountain climate. This afternoon, visit the Tolga Bat Hospital – Australia’s largest bat rehabilitation facility. Here you’ll learn about the facility's research, advocacy and community education and make some new upside-down friends. Tonight, you’ll head to the Mareeba Wetlands for an exciting wildlife spotting experience at sunset, hosted by Forever Wild – an organisation that creates community and nature-based solutions to the climate and biodiversity crises.

included:Atherton Tablelands - Tolga Bat Hospital, Mareeba Wetlands - Forever Wild sunset wildlife experience, Kuranda - Kuranda Markets, Barron Gorge National Park - Din Din Barron Falls lookout

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner

day 4 - Mareeba / Mossman Gorge / Daintree Rainforest / Cape Tribulation

This morning, head to the idyllic Mossman Gorge for a refreshing morning swim and a nature walk. After, you’ll continue to not one but two UNESCO World Heritage areas – Cape Tribulation and the Daintree Rainforest. Head off on another nature walk and immerse yourself in the sounds and smells of the rainforest, keeping your eye out for local birdlife. Daintree is over 135 million years old, making it the oldest rainforest in the world! This afternoon, continue exploring the area or kick back and relax at your accommodation.

included:Daintree National Park - Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park - Nature Walk

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 5 - Great Barrier Reef / Cape Tribulation

After breakfast, head out on an early morning tour of the Great Barrier Reef, where you’ll swim with turtles and snorkel in the pristine waters off the Daintree Coast, visiting two different snorkel locations. What better way to spend a morning!? The rest of the day is free to relax on the beach, swim, take a hike or just find a good spot to sit and people-watch. This is a nature-lovers paradise, so there are plenty of activities and laidback options to choose from.

included:Great Barrier Reef - Half Day Cruise & Snorkelling Experience

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 6 - Daintree Rainforest / Palm Cove / Cairns

This morning visit Kulki Lookout, where you can stroll along the boardwalk for some iconic views of Cape Tribulation and steep, rainforest-covered slopes that meet the sandy beaches below. Next, head to another boardwalk for a scenic circuit that takes you through dense lowland forests and mangrove-lined creeks. Then visit Mason’s Swimming Hole for a gorgeous tropical swim among lush flora and friendly fish and turtles, where you'll have time to have lunch. When you’re refreshed from a dip in the water, continue to Cairns via the idyllic Palm Cove. On arrival in Cairns your trip will come to an end at around 5 pm. If you want to extend your stay and explore Cairns further, just speak to your booking agent.

included:Cape Tribulation - Kulki walk & lookout, Cape Tribulation - Mason’s Swimming Hole, Daintree National Park - Nature Walk

meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel (5 nights)

Meals

5 Breakfasts, 1 Dinner

Transport

Private vehicle, Boat

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Cairns - Mandingalbay First Nations tourAtherton Tablelands - Tolga Bat HospitalMareeba Wetlands - Forever Wild sunset wildlife experienceKuranda - Kuranda MarketsBarron Gorge National Park - Din Din Barron Falls lookoutDaintree National Park - Mossman GorgeDaintree National Park - Nature WalkGreat Barrier Reef - Half Day Cruise & Snorkelling ExperienceCape Tribulation - Kulki walk & lookoutCape Tribulation - Mason’s Swimming Hole

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