Daintree

Travel Guide

Daintree
Daintree
Daintree
Photo by Jesper Munch
Photo by Jesper Munch

Find pristine rivers, fragrant native forest groves, stunning wildlife and ancient Aboriginal heritage hidden in one of Australia’s oldest surviving rainforests.

The Daintree is a region of breathtaking tropical rainforest in Queensland’s far north. Explore the vivid landscape of Mossman Gorge, the coursing Daintree River, the ancient rainforests of Cape Tribulation and the northern beaches of the Coral Sea. Daintree National Park is one of Australia’s largest and oldest rainforests. Bushwalk through the forest, cruise down the river or enjoy a spa treatment in the stunning surroundings.

Discover the rainforest on a guided bushwalk. See marsupials, butterflies and cassowaries roaming throughout the trees. Over 430 species of birds fill the air with rainforest birdsong. If you like adventure, join a treetop zip-line tour, ride a horse through the lush eucalypts or take a four-wheel drive trip on the Bloomfield Track.

One of the oldest continuously surviving tropical rainforests in the world, the Daintree Rainforest is a time capsule from a prehistoric era. Learn about its history on an Aboriginal cultural tour with the Kuku Yalanji or Gugu Yimithirr peoples, who have remained custodians of the region for thousands of years.

Embark on a wildlife-watching cruise down the mighty Daintree River or Coopers Creek. Journey past mangroves and estuaries and spot saltwater crocodiles swimming below the water’s surface. Catch barramundi or mudcrabs on a river fishing tour.

Fly into Cairns Airport and rent a car to make your way to the Daintree. The southern border of the 95-kilometre (60-mile) Daintree region is approximately a 1-hour drive north from Cairns. Book your accommodation in Cairns, Port Douglas or the tiny settlement of Daintree Village on the banks of the Daintree River. Choose from wilderness retreats, lavish resorts and budget lodgings.

The region is warm year-round with a wintertime dry season. Sudden tropical downpours replenish the forest in the warmer months. Take advantage of your proximity to the Great Barrier Reef and visit this World Heritage Site. Join a diving tour and discover vibrantly coloured coral and marine life.

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas

5 out of 5
Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas, QLD
The price is CA $373 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
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Mantra PortSea

4 out of 5
76 Davidson Street, Port Douglas, QLD
The price is CA $206 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
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Sep 1 - Sep 2
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Oaks Port Douglas Resort

Oaks Port Douglas Resort

4.5 out of 5
87 Port Douglas Road, Port Douglas, QLD
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The price is CA $168 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
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CA $184 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
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8.2/10 Very Good! (994 reviews)
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Oaks Port Douglas Resort
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By The Sea Port Douglas

By The Sea Port Douglas

4 out of 5
72 Macrossan Street, Port Douglas, QLD
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By The Sea Port Douglas
Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only

4.5 out of 5
15-17 Davidson Street, Port Douglas, QLD
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8.8/10 Excellent! (403 reviews)
"Very nice room and convenient for restaurants and shops. Overpriced for what you got."

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Meridian Port Douglas - Adults only
Mantra Aqueous on Port

Mantra Aqueous on Port

4 out of 5
3-5 Davidson Street, Port Douglas, QLD
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