Discovery Tours | Daintree & Cape Trib Premium Small Group Tour
Departure Times
Pick-Up / Return: Port Douglas, Palm Cove or Cairns
Pricing Options
Take a trip to the “Oldest Rainforest on Earth” with Discovery Tours full day premium small group adventure visiting the Daintree, Cape Trib and Mossman Gorge!
- Wander through a monumental ancient rainforest with a local guided tour
- Round trip transport from Port Douglas, Palm Cove or Cairns
- Visit iconic locations like Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation
- Taste exotic tropical fruit ice cream and spot elusive crocs on a Daintree River Cruise
Marvel at the drop dead beauty of pristine natural wonders with Discovery Tours on their full day Daintree & Cape Trib Premium Small Group Tour! Be absorbed by the lush tropical surroundings of the world’s oldest living rainforest, dip into crystal clear streams at Mossman Gorge, stop for a multitude of photo ops at incredible lookouts, go croc spotting on a Daintree river cruise, stroll along the iconic Cape Trib beach, tease your tastebuds with exotic ice cream flavours and more! With a smaller group you’ll experience less crowds, travel in air-conditioned comfort and take home some pretty sweet memories for the photo bank.
Highlights
- Smaller group of up to 14 guests for a better travelling experience
- Climb to the top of Flagstaff Hill looking out over 4 Mile Beach and the low Isles
- Dive into sparkling clear waters at Mossman Gorge
- Included lunch option of your choice
- Drift along looking for crocs and wildlife on a 1-hour Daintree River Cruise
- Stop at Alexandra Lookout
- Photo ops of panoramic sweeping views over the Daintree and Coral Sea
- Visit Cape Tribulation Beach
- Wander beneath ancient trees on a guided botanical rainforest walk
- Taste the famous Daintree tropical ice cream
- Includes transport to and from Port Douglas, Palm Cove or Cairns
Sample Itinerary
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Departure Time!
Enjoy round-trip transport from Cairns, Palm Cove or Port Douglas! Enjoy a scenic drive along the Great Barrier Reef coastal route as you head up to the rainforest. You'll make a lovely pitstop on the way so you can climb to the top of Flagstaff Hill overlooking 4 Mile Beach and the Low Isles.
Mossman Gorge-ous
Next stop is Mossman Gorge! Refresh with some morning tea, coffee ...
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Departure Time!
Enjoy round-trip transport from Cairns, Palm Cove or Port Douglas! Enjoy a scenic drive along the Great Barrier Reef coastal route as you head up to the rainforest. You'll make a lovely pitstop on the way so you can climb to the top of Flagstaff Hill overlooking 4 Mile Beach and the Low Isles.
Mossman Gorge-ous
Next stop is Mossman Gorge! Refresh with some morning tea, coffee or a cold drink, before exploring a section of tropical rainforest paradise. Here you’ll be taken on a guided walk and also have the chance to take a dip in the crystal clear waters of Mossman River.
Daintree River Cruisin'
Recharge the batteries with a quality restaurant lunch, where a choice of meals are available, before stepping on board a lazy 1-hour cruise along the Daintree River. Be on alert for crocodiles and any other wildlife inhabiting the local surrounds.
After the cruise, drive onwards up to the Daintree River Cable Crossing. It’s a short ride across on the car ferry and further into the ancient Daintree Rainforest!
Lookout!
Alexandra lookout provides the perfect photo stop with stunning panoramic views over the Daintree and all the way out to the Coral Sea.
Walk Amongst Ancient Trees
Wander beneath the ancient behemoth rainforest trees on a guided botanical walk, learning more about the biodiversity of this pristine ecosystem.
Reach the Peak at Cape Trib
Cape Tribulation is the northernmost part of the adventure and also where the rainforest meets the reef! Absorb all its natural glory from the Kulki Lookout.
Comin' On Home
Finally, begin the journey back home, of course, not before at a quick stop at the local Daintree Ice-Cream Company, where you can try out the famous locally made exotic fruit ice-cream (at your own expense). Then arrive back to your accommodation after a wonderful day!
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What To Bring
- Reusable water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Lightweight clothing (shorts and t-shirt are fine)
- Wet weather gear
- Insect repellant
- Cash / card for purchase of souvenirs and ice cream
What's Included
- Return pick-up and drop-off Port Douglas, Palm Cove or Cairns
- Small group tour up to 14 pax
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Morning tea and lunch with a choice of meals
- Stop at Flagstaff Hill Lookout over 4 Mile Bea...
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What To Bring
- Reusable water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Swimmers
- Towel
- Lightweight clothing (shorts and t-shirt are fine)
- Wet weather gear
- Insect repellant
- Cash / card for purchase of souvenirs and ice cream
What's Included
- Return pick-up and drop-off Port Douglas, Palm Cove or Cairns
- Small group tour up to 14 pax
- Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Morning tea and lunch with a choice of meals
- Stop at Flagstaff Hill Lookout over 4 Mile Beach
- Guided walk and a swim at Mossman River
- 1 hour Daintree river cruise
- Daintree river cable crossing
- Photo Op at Alexandra Lookout
- Stop at Cape Trib beach and lookout - where the rainforest meets the reef
- All national park fees and permits as per itinerary
What's Extra
- Optional souvenir / ice cream purchases
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Please advise us before booking if any passengers are under 18 years old to ensure this is the appropriate trip.
You must reconfirm all booked tours prior to travel as specified on your voucher. If applicable, notes such as dietary requirements, pick-up locations and additional fees should also be confirmed at this time. Reconfirmations cannot be actioned through Cairns Tours / Mr Travel, and must be done so directly through the Service Operator as specified on each ticket.
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It is the responsibility of all passengers travelling to advise both your travel agent at the time of booking and vessel check-in agent before boarding of any medical conditions including food allergies you may suffer from.
You need to allow adequate time to check-in prior to the specified departure time. Please refer to the specific tour page for full check-in instructions.
Prices/Extra Costs
All prices are stated in Australian dollars and include GST. Surcharges over peak holiday seasons may apply.
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices and extra costs. Extra costs may include EMC fees, Stingersuit/Wetsuit Hire, Luggage Storage, Insurance, Linen Hire, National Park Fees, Fuel Levies, Dietary Fees, etc. Bonds may also apply.
We will also endeavour to communicate these extra costs with you at the time of booking, and on your ticket. However, it is your responsibility to confirm which (if any) additional costs apply with each Service Operator upon reconfirming your trip.
Travel Risk/Insurance
It should be noted that adventure travel involves risk. Whilst we make every effort to safeguard clients, we cannot be responsible for personal injury or loss due to the actions of our clients which are beyond our control. All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Tour Operator. We highly recommend that all clients have travel insurance covering illness, injury, loss or damage to personal belongings and not being able to travel on the confirmed date of departure. You should also ensure your travel insurance will cover special circumstances including weather events preventing guests from travelling to their tour departure destination and cancelled flights due to unforeseen circumstances.
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It should be noted that any transport you have booked (buses, flights and ferries) through Cairns Tours is non-refundable and non-transferable. It might be possible to change flights however do note this must be done directly with the flight operator and we are unable to offer any support with this. This may incur change fees or cancellation fees, it depends on the T+Cs of the flight operators themselves. As we acted as a booking agent for you, it is possible to liaise with the airline directly should there be any unexpected events and the airline is forced to cancel your flights. If there are any changes to your flight times or days, we will get notified and send this email directly to you in a reasonable time.
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Transfers:
The Service Operator reserves the right to limit courtesy transfers to select local accommodations. Private residences or Airbnb properties may be asked to meet at the closest confirmed location. Failure to meet at the specified pick-up location may be treated as “No Show”, for which the Client Cancellation Policy applies. Not all tours offer transfers, please refer to the individual product to see if this is applicable to your tour.
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You have 5 years to use the value of the voucher. Seasonal Price Rises will apply if travelling out the current seasons pricing. Vouchers can be exchanged for free up to the full value of the voucher excluding credit card fees and charges.
Cancellations
Client Cancellations
All cancellations forfeit 25% of the recommended retail price (RRP) - not the discounted/sale price. No shows or client cancellations made within 48 hours of departure forfeit 100% of the total ticket price.
Transfers between tours can be made at the suppliers' discretion, however, it should be noted that supplier fees may apply. Tour transfers also incur a $20 administration fee.
It is compulsory that all cancellation requests are in writing and sent via email to: admin@mr-travel.com. Cancellations attempted via online chat or phone will not be actioned.
Supplier Cancellations
The Service Operator reserves the right to alter prices, alter itineraries, apply a fuel surcharge, cancel departures, arrange alternative transport and vary itineraries and services if necessary.
All departures and itineraries are subject to weather. Tours may be changed or cancelled for any reason at the discretion of the Service Operator. If the Service Operator has to cancel the trip or activity (prior to departure) and we cannot offer a suitable alternative, then a refund will be given minus a 20% administration fee and any associated card fees. We strongly recommend that you have travel insurance, especially during the wet season.
All add-on activities (including but not limited to scuba diving, stand-up paddleboarding, helmet diving, guided snorkel tours, banana boat rides and waterslides) are subject to availability and price changing, and may not be available during your tour without notice. Guests are not eligible for refunds on the grounds of non-operating extra activities.
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Refunds
All refunds are in Australian Dollars and must be made to the card of payment. Cairns Tours/Mr Travel is not liable for exchange rate fluctuations or fees, or any other merchant/bank fees associated with domestic and/or international transactions.
Where a full refund is applicable, there is the option to transfer the whole cost of the tour to another tour or “Credit” to avoid the administration fee. A transfer fee of $20 will apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there an age requirement?
This tour is suitable for anyone over age 4.
Are booster seats supplied for children?
Yes, booster seats are available for children over age 4. Just let us know upon booking if you would like to request a booster seat.
Can we book this as a private tour?
Yes! Please contact our staff or refer to the private tour page for this experience.
Where does the tour depart?
This tour departs from either Cairns, Palm Cove, or Port Douglas. Pick up times are:
- Cairns - 7:00am
- Palm Cove - 7:50am
- Port Douglas - 8:35am
What food is included?
Morning tea and lunch are included in the tour. We will stop at the Daintree Ice Cream Company where you can purchase an ice cream at your own expense if you wish!
What is the transport like for the tour?
Discovery Tours uses custom built Mercedes Sprinter 14 seater vans with high velocity rear air conditioning systems. So you'll stay cool and comfortable throughout the day!
Will we be swimming?
There is an opportunity to swim at Mossman Gorge if you wish, so bring swimmers and a towel!
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