~~ 01-Apr-2023 to 31-Mar-2024~~Valid for 01APR23-31MAR24:
City pick-ups commence at 07:00am and departs Palm Cove at 07:50am, Arrive at Barron falls and visit the top lookout via the rainforest boardwalk (toilets available). Departing Barron Falls at 09:00am and head to Mareeba, Mount Molloy and Julateen. Arriving at Daintree river cruise and indulge in some morning tea and biscuits upon arrival and enjoy a 1 hour Daintree river cruise. Lunch will be served at Daintree village (Daintree Pub) at 12:15pm and arrive at Mossman Gorge at 01:30pm and enjoy a guided rainforest walk on selection of trails and elevated boardwalks (easy grade), and an opportunity for an invigorating swim in Mossman Gorge (subject to river conditions). Enjoy Mossman river lookout and Rex Creek Suspension Bridge from there you'll enjoy afternoon tea prior to departure - Tea/Coffee and Damper in the Mayi Cafe, Mossman Gorge Centre and depart at 03:00pm and arrive at Emerald creek ice creamery at 04:20pm and indulge in 2-scoop ice-cream or sorbet per person. Arriving back at Smithfield at 05:30pm and commencing in accommodation drop-offs to Northern Beaches and City.~~~~
~~ 01-Apr-2024 to 31-Mar-2025~~Valid for 01APR24-31MAR25:
Your naturalist guide will meet you at your accommodation and after introductions all round then drive north along the scenic route via Mossman to Cape Tribulation. Lush farmland contrasts with seascape as you approach the majestic Daintree River. Time for a short morning tea break then its 'all aboard' for an informative river cruise. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and wildlife, this is nature at its best! Ascend the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea.
Experience the rainforest intimately on the elevated National Park Boardwalk. Accurate interpretations of flora and fauna will be given with ample time for photographs and questions as you search for the elusive, rare, and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this habitat.
A delicious barbecue lunch with freshly prepared salads (dietary requirements catered for with prior notice) is served while you can hand feed Wallabies and enjoy a cold drink from the bar (own cost).
The tour does a little more, it takes you beyond Cape Tribulation along 7klms of the 4WD Bloomfield Track too pristine Emmagen Creek and time for a refreshing rainforest freshwater swim.
Seek fish and turtles in the creek, butterflies and exotic birds in the trees and indulge in a taste testing of tropical fruit, a cup of traditional Billy Tea, and damper all of which enhance the tranquil surroundings.
At Cape Tribulation Beach, there is a little time to stroll along the beach and boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef.
(There is no swimming at Cape Tribulation Beach due to dangerous Hazards) After a short afternoon refreshment stop at the Daintree Ice-creamery (own cost), you cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and begin your homeward journey somewhat wiser for your 'Total Rainforest Experience'.~~~~ |