If you want to unwind and get away from it all,
Cape Tribulation is the destination for you. At this paradise just north of
Cairns you can enjoy great sceneries from two world heritage sites – the
ancient Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.
If you are in for a big adventure, these Cape Tribulation
tours will give you the picture perfect snapshot of the best
locations from Port Douglas all the way to Cape Tribulation beach. The best
part? You can do it in just 24 hours.
Here's how you do it:
Start your adventure with a breakfast in Port
Douglas
Have an early breakfast at Port Douglas on the
old sugar wharf, and take in the magnificent view of the Pacific. You can also
visit the shopping district along Macrossan Street or if your timing is right,
go the Sunday market for local products.
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| photo by portdouglasphotography.net |
Take a quick dip at Mossman River
After getting your fill in Port Douglas, head
straight to Mossman Gorge National Park. Join a Mossman River tour or swim in
one of the swimming holes the river runs through. You can also drive straight
to Cooya Beach right after exploring the river.
Cruise on the Daintree River Ferry
If you drive past Cooya and Wonga Beach and
you will reach the mighty Daintree River. Ride the Daintree River Ferry and
cruise through the heart of the Daintree Rainforest.
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| Photo by deanjewellphotography.com.au |
Walk through the rainforest
Continue your adventure through the Daintree
Rainforest by walking through and getting up close and personal with some of
the wildlife. If you’re more adventurous,you can take a different view and zipline through
the canopy in a Jungle Surfing activity.
Drive to Cape Tribulation
As you exit the rainforest, you will find
yourself at Cape Tribulation beach. Enjoy a beachfront lunch at one of the Daintree Rainforest accommodation found along the
area. Take an afternoon ride on horseback or kayak through the pristine waters.
You can also choose to go on an underwater safari through the Great Barrier
Reef.
While you can fit a lot in, one day isn’t enough to take
in everything that Cape Tribulation has to offer. If you do find the time to
travel to northern Queensland, keep this itinerary in mind to maximise your
visit in this wonderful must-visit destination, whether you come for one day or
more.
