Daintree Rainforest & Mossman Gorge Day Tour from Cairns
- Journey through lush tropical rainforest, on this guided full-day tour
- Cruise along the Daintree River and keep an eye out for native wildlife in their natural habitat
- Explore lush rainforest and learn about the region’s unique flora and fauna
- Enjoy a scenic drive through ancient landscapes with expert commentary throughout
- Includes a delicious rainforest lunch in a tranquil setting surrounded by nature
- See where 2 World Heritage Listed Sites meet 'Where the Rainforest meets the Reef'
What to expect
Step into a tropical wonderland on this guided tour of the Daintree Rainforest. Discover lush rainforest trails, spot unique wildlife on the Daintree River cruise, and enjoy a scenic drive through ancient landscapes. Check-in at Reef Fleet Terminal is from 08:45–09:45, with departure at 10:15 aboard a 45-minute ferry ride, followed by 4 hours on the island before the return departure at 15:30. With expert commentary and a rainforest lunch included, this full-day tour offers a rich blend of nature, culture, and unforgettable views—perfect for curious explorers of all ages










Reviews
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of the Daintree Rainforest and Mossman Gorge with Ben. He was incredibly knowledgeable about every place we visited, and his explanations added so much depth to the experience. Ben was professional, well organised and genuinely friendly throughout the day, which made the tour feel relaxed and enjoyable. The scenery was absolutely magnificent, and Ben’s guidance helped us appreciate it even more. We couldn’t have asked for a better tour guide — highly recommended.
the overall experience was great. and a tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and very informative. Got to experience the oldest rainforest and the best scenic driveway was unbelievable stup. I loved the experience and would recommend it to everyone.🙌
enjoyable trip to rainforest with informative and friendly driver / guide.... ice cream is good ! the mossman gorge is v pretty and good spot for quick swim (although we forget to bring our swimming stuff)
One of my absolute favourite tours I've done. Clinton our tour guide was spectacular and knowledgeable in the Daintree Forest from the history to vegetation. The tour was very well planned out. I highly recommend this tour. I didn't get a photo of the ice-cream. I ate it before I could take a photo. The tropical flavours were chefs kiss👌a must try
"Daily Itinerary": 7:50 AM Depart from hotel → 9:50 AM Stroll through Mossman Gorge (1 hour - no swimming due to heavy rain) → 12:00 PM Daintree River Cruise (30 minutes) → 2:15 PM Lunch (30 minutes - OceanSafari) → 3:00 PM Stroll through Cape Tribulation (1 hour - rainforest, beach) → 4:40 PM Daintree Ice Cream Company → 7:00 PM Arrive at Cairns hotel (they will drop you off at your designated location). First, thank you to Noel and Clinton for guiding us on a wonderful tour. The itinerary was well-honed and satisfactory for us, a couple in our 20s. The two guides lead the walks at each location, and you don't have to walk around a lot, so even people who aren't confident in their physical strength can rest assured. There were several lunch options, but I wouldn't recommend the burrito. Many people around us left theirs unfinished. Fish & Chips or a salad bowl might be better. The animals you see will vary depending on the season, but we were able to see a cassowary and a sunbird.
We had a great guide and we enjoyed the very delicious lunch of burgers and chips. the river cruise was great with an informative guide
our guide was very informative, we enjoyed the cruise the watch salt crocodiles , the ride was smooth and comfortable!
saw the aftermath of cyclone jasper, the tour was alright, pretty rushed but you get to see bits and pieces of the rainforest. the views were amazing. wish we had more time at each stop to take in the beauty. lunch wasn’t the greatest. the river cruise was the highlight as we got to see 3 wild crocs.
This travel agency is part of the Cairns Adventure Group. It's a great value tour, leaving early and returning late, and visits many attractions, but the downside is that the itinerary is very rushed! The ecological explanations are professional and interesting, and the lunch is also good (you'll fill out a lunch form when you get on the bus). You can swim at Mossman Gorge, so remember to bring your swimsuit! When taking the river cruise to see crocodiles, it's recommended to sit on the left side. The Wattleseed ice cream is delicious!
The itinerary runs from 7:40 AM to 7:00 PM, with a lot of travel time by car. Lunch was a simple meal and not very good. There was optional ice cream available (expensive). The tour guide was very interesting, responsible, and provided a lot of information.
Good to know
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours
- In case of adverse weather, an alternative itinerary or reschedule will be offered
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