DAY 1 - KURANDA SKYRAIL & SCENIC TRAIN
The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience spans 7.5kms over Australia’s pristine tropical rainforests.
You’ll glide just metres above the rainforest canopy before descending through the canopy layers and deep into the heart of the forest at Skyrail’s two rainforest mid-stations for the ultimate tropical rainforest experience.
A Skyrail Experience will take approximately 1½ hours one way, or 2-2½ hours return.
Your Skyrail experience will commence or conclude at either Smithfield or Kuranda, depending on your direction of travel.
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Our world famous railway experience is a must-do when visiting Cairns and Tropical North Queensland, Australia. You will discover the pioneering history of the tropical north from way back in the late 1800's, be astounded by a magnificent engineering feat and explore some of the great characters involved in the construction of this great railway.
DAY 2 DAINTREE & CAPE TRIBULATION
Your day begins with being meet by your accredited guide at your accommodation Cairns CBD area from 6.50am – 7.15am, Northern Beaches from 7.20am and Port Douglas area from 8.20am, and after introductions, we drive north along the scenic coastal route along the Captain Cook Highway learning about the history of the area and admiring spectacular views of the coast line and Coral Sea. Our first stop is at the Majestic Daintree River for Morning Tea before enjoying an informative guided River Cruise on the Daintree River. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and endemic wildlife, this is nature at its best!
From here we ascend the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage, Wet Tropics, and Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. Experience the rainforest intimately on one of our guided elevated National Park Boardwalks. Accurate interpretations of flora and fauna will be given with ample time for photographs and questions as we search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this particular habitat.
Daintree Rainforest River Cruise & Morning Tea - our first stop is at the Majestic Daintree River for a light morning tea (tea, coffee & biscuits) before enjoying an informative guided River Cruise on the Daintree River spotting wildlife. Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree Rainforest can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and endemic wildlife, this is nature at its best!
Alexandra Range Lookout - we make our way up over the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage, Wet Tropics, and Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. This is the perfect photo opportunity.
Guided Boardwalk Daintree Rainforest Tour - experience the rainforest intimately on one of our guided elevated National Park Boardwalks. Your experienced guide will take you on a wonderful journey through this ancient rainforest whilst giving you an interpretation of flora and fauna and you will have ample time for photographs and questions as we search for the elusive, rare and unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this particular habitat.
Lunch - enjoy lunch at a local cafe in the Daintree Rainforest region with your fellow travellers. We can cater for most special dietary requirements, please notify our reservations team before travel.
Freshwater Swim - enjoy a refreshing rainforest stream swim, in crystal clear fresh waters without the crowds of people.
Cape Tribulation Beach Walk - stroll along the famous Cape Tribulation Beach and along the boardwalk to the photographers' platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the Rainforest meets the Reef.
Tropical Fruit Ice-Cream - we stop at an exotic homemade ice creamery at the Daintree Ice-Cream Company on the way home. The ice cream is homegrown on the property and is a unique experience, one of the highlights of the day. Signature ice cream cup included.
Daintree Ferry Crossing - cross over the mighty Daintree River via Ferry before returning to your accommodation.