Scenic

Exploring the rainforest doesn't have to be through the window of a vehicle or guided walking trails. There are many non-traditional ways to view the rainforest in the Daintree, which will give you a closer inspection of the wildlife, flora and fauna in the region, from the forest floor to the canopy above.

 

 

Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours

Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours are unique rainforest tours where you fly through the trees on flying fox ziplines, stopping at 5 tree platforms to take in spectacular bird’s eye views over the treetops. On each platform, a guide will greet you, connect you safely to the tree, and introduce you to different elements of the forest before sending you on your way to the next platform. The guides completely control your gentle flight, leaving you free to take photographs or just take in the views. This is certainly a unique way to see the rainforest up close.

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Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours

 

Daintree River

A Daintree River cruise provides superb wildlife viewing opportunities. An average of 40 birds and animals are seen on each tour including crocodiles, snakes, and rare birds. Cruises are provided in a small vessel which enables an intimate exploration of the river banks and wildlife in the trees and sky above. There are a number of river cruise operators who depart from various locations along the banks of the Daintree River, there is also one exclusive operator that departs in the Cape Tribulation section of Daintree National Park, and travels from the mouth of Cooper Creek towards Thornton Peak.

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Crocodile Express
Daintree River Experience

 

Sea Kayaking

Explore up close the tropical beaches, fringing reef, mangroves and marine wildlife from your sea kayak. Enjoy spectacular views of the Daintree National Park as the rainforest clad mountains meet the ocean. There is so much to discover out on the water but the most exciting is spotting marine wildlife. Every day is different with wildlife frequently spotted including sea turtles, schools of fish, sea eagles, dolphins, dugong, sting rays and the occasional whale passing during migration season (July and August).No experience necessary and all equipment provided on this fun and adventurous kayak trip. Sea kayaking is a great opportunity to capture some amazing photos and gain a better understanding of this precious, unique environment.

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Paddletrek Morning & Sunset Sea Kayaking

 

Mountain Biking

Mountain biking at Cape Tribulation is a fun and active way to explore the tropical rainforest. All your senses are stimulated whilst you cycle through this unique area. At low tide you will ride the hard packed beaches for added fun. There are plenty of mountain streams to stop, cool off and refresh yourself.  The Cape Tribulation trails are a Grade 3 4WD dirt trail, with up to 30° hills. Dan is a very experienced rider, with local knowledge of the best trails in the region. He was the mountain bike course designer and leg co-ordinator for the Discovery Channel Eco-Challenge Race (Australia) in 1997.

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Dan's Mountain Biking - Full or Half Day Cape Trib Bike Trails

 

Horseriding

Horseriding makes for a very special way of not only seeing the beauty of the Daintree Rainforest, but also the sense of enjoyment derived from both the freedom of riding and feeling connected with the great outdoors. Cape Trib Horserides will lead you on a trail through cane paddocks and ancient rainforest, crossing streams and onto spectacular Cape Trib Beach. Cape Trib Horserides caters for beginners, intermediate and experience riders on a group of very friendly, well trained horses and is the only horse riding available in the Cape Tribulation area. Maximum of 12 people per ride. You must be 13 years or older. No experience is necessary as there are horses suitable for all grades of riders. Guides can give you help along the way if you are a beginner so don’t be afraid to ask.

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Cape Trib Horserides