Cairns: Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge & Daintree Day Tour

Premium small-group tour to Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge from Cairns

This small group tour, limited to 16 guests, departs from Cairns and suits nature lovers seeking a comprehensive rainforest and wildlife experience.

Highlights

• Premium small group tour – limited to 16 guests
• Explore the Mossman Gorge rainforest
• Daintree River cruise to spot wildlife and saltwater crocodiles
• Rainforest lunch featuring tropical fruits and local dishes
• Visit Cape Tribulation Beach where rainforest meets reef

Description

Depart Cairns in a luxury Mercedes Sprinter with panoramic windows, enjoying free pickup from Cairns CBD and Northern Beaches. Travel along one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives to the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest.

At Mossman Gorge, enjoy morning tea with freshly baked scones, jam, cream, and coffee or tea. Take a guided rainforest walk, cross the suspended bridge, and swim in the clear Mossman River.

Lunch is served at a local Australian rainforest restaurant with choices such as Barramundi, Chicken, Steak, Kangaroo, or Vegetarian dishes. Taste seasonal tropical fruits like dragon fruit, pineapple, passion fruit, and papaya while learning about their cultivation.

Experience a 1-hour Daintree River cruise spotting crocodiles, birds, and other wildlife, followed by a cable ferry crossing over the river. Optionally stop at the Daintree Ice Cream Company (own expense).

Relax at Cape Tribulation Beach and take photos at Kulki Lookout, where the rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef. Stop at Alexandra Lookout for panoramic views of the Great Dividing Range, Daintree River mouth, Snapper Island, and the Low Isles.

Explore the rainforest’s biodiversity on a guided botanical walk through mangrove and forest ecosystems. Expert Eco- and World Heritage-accredited guides provide detailed interpretation throughout the day.

Includes

• Free pickup from Cairns CBD and Northern Beaches accommodation
• Luxury Mercedes Sprinter transport with spacious seating and panoramic windows
• Small-group experience with maximum 16 guests and expert local guides
• Morning tea with pastries, coffee, and tea
• Lunch at a restaurant with Barramundi, Chicken, Steak, Kangaroo, or Vegetarian options
• Tropical fruit tasting of fresh local seasonal produce
• 1-hour Daintree River cruise and cable ferry crossing
• Guided Mossman Gorge walk with optional swim
• Visit to Port Douglas Flagstaff Hill lookout
• Scenic stops at Alexandra Lookout and Cape Tribulation Beach
• Guided botanical walk in the Daintree Rainforest
• All national park fees and permits included
• Multilingual audio guide available via mobile app

Excludes

• Optional ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Company (own expense)

Important Information

• This tour operates daily with free pickups from Cairns (from 7 am), Palm Cove (from 7:50 am), and Port Douglas (from 8:35 am).
• The starting time differs from pickup time. After booking, refer to the email from Discovery Tours Australia for your exact pickup details.
• The tour is approximately 12 hours long with about 3 hours of travel one way from Cairns to Cape Tribulation including stops.
• Maximum group size is 16 guests traveling in an air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter.
• The tour is unsuitable for infants aged 0-3 years.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your spot. Bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, swimwear, and insect repellent. The best time to visit is during the dry season for pleasant weather and wildlife sightings.