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Cairns: Daintree and Mossman Gorge Tour with Cruise Option

4.6 / 5

913 reviews

Activity provider:Cairns Adventure Group
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Cairns: Daintree and Mossman Gorge Tour with Cruise Option

Activity provider:Cairns Adventure Group

4.6

913 reviews

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From US$ 120.68 per person

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Discover the only place on earth with 2 natural World Heritage listed sites side by side. Explore the Daintree River and Rainforest, Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, all in one adventure-filled day.

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Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Please wait in the main lobby of the hotel 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Drivers will wait no longer than 5 minutes after the scheduled pickup time. Approximate pickup times: South Cairns 7:10 AM, Cairns City 7:20 AM-7:50 AM, Trinity Beach 8:05 AM, Palm Cove 8:15 AM, Port Douglas 8:50 AM-09:20 AM

Experience

Itinerary
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    Pickup included

    See pickup details above

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    Mossman Gorge

    Walk, Swimming (1 hour)

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    Daintree River

    Boat cruise

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    Cape Tribulation

  • Lunch

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    Marrdja Boardwalk

    Guided tour

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    Mount Alexandra Lookout, Daintree National Park

    Photo stop, View

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    Daintree River

    Boat cruise, Wildlife viewing

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For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights
  • Visit Mossman Gorge, the Daintree River, Rainforest Boardwalk and Cape Tribulation
  • Experience a wildlife river cruise, learn about the fragile ecosystem and try to spot crocodiles
  • Discover the scenic Great Barrier Reef Drive and enjoy panoramic views over the sparkling Coral Sea
  • Participate in a Smoke Ceremony with the Kuku Yalanji people, the Aboriginal owners of the land
  • Listen to highly trained guides who give an expert rain forest interpretation
Full description
Embark on a day trip where the rainforest meets the reef. See natural sights including the Great Barrier Reef, experience a wildlife cruise, and participate in a smoke ceremony as you go. Start your adventure with a scenic coastal drive from Cairns to Port Douglas, the far north’s very own great ocean road with panoramic views of the sparkling Coral Sea. The first stop is Mossman Gorge, which is in the southern sector of the world-famous Daintree National Park. The gorge has been carved out by the cold mountain waters of the Mossman River, which winds through large granite boulders, bordered by lush green rainforest. It’s a magical place and you’ll be welcomed by the traditional owners, the Kuku Yalanji people, who will also cleanse you of evil spirits during a smoke ceremony. Also, enjoy a refreshing swim in the cascading waters. After crossing the mighty Daintree River and a lunch break, it’s time to explore the ancient rainforest environment on an interesting guided tour of the Marrdja Botanical Boardwalk. Highly trained guides will give expert rainforest interpretation, which will inform and impress. Be amazed at the huge diversity you will encounter, you will discover everything from low-lying ferns and shrubs, to the massive rainforest canopy and even mangrove ecosystems - all in one short easy walk. You can choose to taste locally made ice cream, at your own cost, and prepare for a photo opportunity at the Alexandra Range Lookout, which provides sweeping views over the Daintree River, its rainforest delta, and out to the Coral Sea. In the afternoon, experience a wildlife cruise on the river (if option selected). During the cruise, you may see a crocodile, while learning about the fragile ecosystem of this impressive serpent-like river system. On the return journey to Cairns, drive through Port Douglas, a picturesque beachside village with a laid-back vibe and loads of bars and cafes.
Includes
  • Transfers to and from your Cairns or Port Douglas accommodation
  • Lunch
  • Wildlife cruise (if option selected)
  • Daintree river ferry crossing
  • All national park fees
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Roundtrip transportation
  • Snacks and drinks
Not suitable for
  • Wheelchair users

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • Guests should pack a small day bag with a swimming costume, towel, camera, walking shoes, insect repellent, sunscreen, and money for drinks and snacks
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 913 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.6/5

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This was a well-organised trip but it did feel a bit rushed, there wasn’t much time to enjoy any of the places we visited – it sort of felt a bit like the focus was on quantity not quality. For example, you could take a swim at Mossman Gorge but had about 15 minutes to do so before needing to be dry and back in the bus. Our guide Orion was very knowledgeable about the area, having grown up there. The crocodile river cruise was a highlight, and we were lucky to see a handful of crocs. However I had hoped for more wildlife sightings elsewhere – but I know that’s not within the tour operators ability to control! But if the itinerary had been less rushed perhaps we’d have had more time to spot things. Lunch was very late in the day so I would recommend taking plenty of snacks to sustain you.

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May 25, 2023

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Exceptional! Honestly, one of the best day tours have ever been on. Our wonderful guide Damon was very knowledgeable and engaging. He deserves a 6/5… Thank you also to Mother Nature and the Kuku Yalanji people for welcoming us into their mutual home… feeling blessed to have seen some of it beautiful today

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May 5, 2023

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I would 100% recommend this trip. Aaron and Damien were great guides and made the trip relaxed, informative and fun. We were lucky enough to see 2 crocodiles on the river cruise and unexpectedly 2 different male cassowaries with their chicks on the way out of Daintree. After the spot, Aaron made sure to stop the bus so we could get really good views. It was fantastic!

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