Why we Love a budget Cape Tribulation Day Tour

1. STARTER PACKAGE: This does NOT include Lunch (BYO) or entry to the *Port Douglas Wildlife Habitat Sanctuary (free time in Port Douglas town/beach).
2. DELUXE PACKAGE: This option includes Lunch and Entry to the *Port Douglas Wildlife Habitat Sanctuary.

• Stunning Scenic Drives
• *Port Douglas Wildlife Habitat Centre (Deluxe Package)
• Guided walk through beautiful Mossman Gorge
• One hour Daintree River Wildlife & Crocodile Cruise
• Visit Cape Tribulation Beach and Lookout
• World Heritage Daintree National Park

Departs/Returns:

• Departs Daily from: 7:00am
• Returns approx. 6:30pm
• Pick-ups also available in Port Douglas

*Tree Hugger Travel is not in favour of supporting animal parks or zoos. We let our clients decide if this is right for them. Port Douglas Wildlife Habitat Sanctuary is a zoo. It does however support local wildlife carer organisations and does have its own rehabilitation centre which rehabilitates and releases lots of local injured wildlife.

What is included:

• Professional, friendly naturalist tour guide
• Guided walk through Mossman Gorge National Park
• 1 hour famous Daintree River Crocodile / Wildlife Cruise
• Delicious chef prepared lunch at Cape Tribulation Beach House (Deluxe Package)
• Free time in Port Douglas (Starter Package Only)
• Wildlife Habitat Sanctuary Tour (Deluxe Package)
• Breathtaking views of North Queensland & scenic lookouts
• World Heritage Daintree National Park
• Pick-up/Drop-off at your Accommodation
• All Park Fees

What you need:

• Swim wear and towel
• Hat and Sunglasses
• Please consider a Re-useable/Sustainable Water Bottle
• Please use Reef/Coral Safe Sunscreen
• Insect Repellant (Deet-free)
• Camera/Phone
• Cash for souvenirs, snacks
• Lunch (Starter Package)

Tour itinerary:

(This is an example itinerary of a typical day)

After being picked up from your accommodation, we will travel by air-conditioned vehicles via one of the most renowned scenic coastal roads in Australia, the World Heritage Listed Captain Cook Highway.

• 8.30am-9.15am:
  Starter Pak: Port Douglas – Take in the spectacular scenic coastal drive north of Cairns, before you enjoy free time in Port Douglas to soak up the village atmosphere along with a brief tour of 4 mile beach.
  Deluxe Pak: Wildlife Habitat – We visit the award winning Wildlife Habitat where you will venture through purpose built native habitats of some of Australia’s rare, endangered and beautiful native animals.
• 10.00am-11.00am: Mossman Gorge National Park – Enjoy a guided rainforest walk and see the crystal clear waters of the Mossman River cascade over spectacular boulder formations amongst the lush rainforest. National Park entrance fee included in tour price.
• 12.30pm – 1.15pm: Lunch Time – Included in the Deluxe Pak (You can bring your own lunch, or add-on lunch if you are choosing the Starter Pak) at the Cape Tribulation Beach House.
• 01.15pm: Cape Tribulation Beach – Kick back and relax under the fringing rainforest of the Daintree where the “Rainforest meets the Reef”! Enjoy a walk or a swim (seasonal), at this beautiful historic beach location.
• 03.00pm: Daintree River Wildlife Cruise – Our journey continues to the majestic Daintree River for a 1 hour Wildlife and Crocodile exploration. This is a rare location to see wildlife at play in their native habitat.
• 04:00pm: Your Cape Tribulation day tour concludes with a coastal drive back to Cairns. You will be dropped at your chosen accommodation where you can tell your friends about your awesome Cape Tribulation Day Tour with the Adventure Company.

*If time permits your guide will stop at some beautiful lookouts and possibly an additional rainforest walk.

Eco-Certification Awards

The following Eco-Accreditation from Eco Tourism Australia had been achieved.

• Eco Certified Advanced Ecotourism

Australia’s leading and most innovative ecotourism products, providing an opportunity to learn about the environment with an operator who is committed to achieving best practice when using resources wisely, contributing to the conservation of the environment and helping local communities.