This is a fully guided tour to Cape Tribulation Daintree Rainforest which is a world heritage listed and considered the oldest rainforest in the world.
This tour is called budget because it is great value for money, travellers don't miss out on anything. The tour includes all locations and attractions that a good cape tribulation tour deserves, including a Smoke Ceremony with a local indigenous guide.
The Welcome to the Country Smoke Ceremony is done to keep away bad spirits. Then the indigenous guide takes visitors to see traditional huts or humpies through the rainforest. He demonstrates how to identify food sources and how to use traditional plants.
Travellers then go for a swim at the beautiful Mossman Gorge swimming hole, where the water is crystal clear. The next adventure is the river cruise where participants cruise along the Daintree River and get to see crocodiles in their natural habitat.
After crossing the river, travellers enter Cape Tribulation National Park and the guide takes everyone to experience the rainforest on a boardwalk and also a walk along the beaches.
Please see below all locations and activities included for the day:
Lunch is included in the main price.
This tour is suitable for any age and fitness level and is a great day out exploring the beautiful Cairns Daintree Rainforest.
This is a great day and a “must do” If visiting Cairns.
For travellers who want to explore the Daintree Rainforest as much as possible there are several overnight tour options. For further information please visit our Cape Tribulation overnight tours page.
Tourism Cairns works with family and group discounts. Please email us for a quote.
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| Time | Description |
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| 06:30 | Accommodation pick up |
| Drive along the beautiful scenic coastal drive to Port Douglas | |
| 08:30 | Coach arrives at Port Douglas |
| Drives through Port Douglas | |
| 10:00 | Mossman George |
| Welcome To Country with a Smoke Ceremony, and introduction to traditional practices | |
| Enjoy a guided rainforest walk and see the crystal clear waters of the Mossman River and get in the water for a swim | |
| 11:00 | The journey continues to Cape Tribulation |
| 11:10 | Alexandra Range Lookout |
| 12:00 | Enjoy a break for lunch |
| 13:00 | Cape Tribulation Beach where “The Rainforest meets the Reef” |
| Enjoy a guided walk or swim in this beautiful ocean | |
| 14:30 | Daintree River Cruise (depending on what tour option you choose) |
| The journey continues to the majestic Daintree River for a 1 hour Wildlife and Crocodile exploration. | |
| 16:00 | The journey back to Cairns starts |
| 18:30 | Accommodation drop off |
Please Note:
Level of fitness: The rainforest walk is graded easy and it can be done by anyone with any level of fitness.
| Season: 2024 - 2025 Rates | Dates: 1st April 2024 - 31st March 2025 | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Ex. Cairns City / Northern Beaches / Port Douglas (WITHOUT Wildlife River Cruise) |
$183.00 per adult $163.00 per child $692.00 per family |
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| Ex. Cairns City / Northern Beaches / Port Douglas (WITH Wildlife River Cruise) |
$209.00 per adult $189.00 per child $736.00 per family |
Age: Adult age: 15 yrs + / Child age: 4-14 years inclusive.
Family Price: 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Booking fees: Tourism Cairns do not charge any booking fees.
Deposit and final payment: At Tourism Cairns clients are required to pay a deposit only at the time of booking. Final payment is usually paid directly to the tour operator on the day of travel, depending on each tour operator's policy. Some tour operators request full payment at the time of booking.
Cancellation by the traveller: If the tour is cancelled by the client up to 7 days prior to departure, a full refund is applicable. If the tour is cancelled by the client 7 days prior to departure, the deposit amount might be retained. If the tour is cancelled by the client 48 hours prior to departure, 100% cancellation fee may apply.
Booking amendments: If the date of a tour needs to be changed, Tourism Cairns must be notified in writing by the client up to 48 hours prior to the tour date.