About this tour
This 12-hour private tour drives you through Australia's ancient Daintree Rainforest from Cairns, stopping at Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation in a climate-controlled vehicle with a naturalist guide. You'll cross the Daintree River by ferry, pass through Port Douglas, and explore World Heritage–listed landscape that ranks among Earth's oldest tropical ecosystems. Morning tea, lunch at a local restaurant, and park fees are included.
Highlights
- Ancient rainforest older than the Amazon basin
- Mossman Gorge's emerald pools and walking trails
- Cape Tribulation where rainforest meets reef
- Daintree River ferry crossing with wildlife spotting
- Port Douglas colonial-era town exploration
- Expert naturalist commentary on flora and fauna
- Three-course meal featuring regional proteins
What to expect
Your guide picks you up from your Cairns hotel before dawn, setting out north toward the Daintree. After morning tea en route, you'll spend the mid-morning wading through Mossman Gorge's creek system and rainforest canopy walks. The ferry ride across the Daintree River is slow and deliberate—keep binoculars ready for saltwater crocodiles and bird species. Lunch happens at a restaurant in town, where you choose from local game, seafood, or vegetarian options. The afternoon swings through Cape Tribulation's dual ecosystem and quieter lookout points before the return drive to Cairns by early evening.
Good to know
Book dietary requirements at reservation time. Wear sturdy water shoes or sandals for creek wading; the path gets slippery. Bring insect repellent and sunscreen. Not suitable if you have cardiac concerns. Strollers and infant seats available on request.
Frequently asked
- How long does Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour take?
- Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour runs for approximately 12 hours.
- How much does Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour cost?
- Prices start from USD $1330 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Private Cape Tribulation & Mossman Gorge Day Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. Coral Reef Info earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original Coral Reef Info summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.