3 Day / 2 Night Cooktown and the Daintree Tour
Experience a three-day tour through Cooktown and the Daintree from Cairns, with scheduled pickups and clear cancellation terms. Explore some of far north Queensland's most renowned locations.
Key Highlights
- Palmer River Roadhouse
- Black Mountain
- Archer Point Lighthouse
- Cooktown
- James Cook Museum
- Lion's Den Hotel
- Bloomfield Track & Falls
- Cape Tribulation Beach
- Thornton Beach
- Daintree Rainforest
- Daintree River Cruise
- Mossman Gorge
- Port Douglas
What’s included
- Knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
- Pick up from your accommodation in Cairns or the Northern Beaches
- Fresh, healthy meals (2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners and snacks)
- Hotel or Motel Ensuite accommodation (Twin or double with private ensuite bathroom)
- Small group - offering unrivalled, friendly and personalised service
- Modern 4WD vehicle
- All National Park entry fees
- Daintree River Cruise
Overview
Experience the incredible diversity of Far North Queensland on Discovery Tours' 3-day Cooktown, Daintree & Outback adventure. Travelling in a comfortable 4WD with a small group and knowledgeable local guide, this tour combines ancient rainforest, rugged outback landscapes, fascinating history and some of the region's most spectacular scenery.
The journey begins in Cairns and travels north through the Atherton Tablelands, Mareeba and the Savannah country before continuing towards historic Cooktown. Along the way, enjoy rainforest scenery, scenic lookouts, the Palmer River Roadhouse and a visit to Archer Point Lighthouse. In Cooktown, explore the town's fascinating history, visit the James Cook Museum and take in the views from Grassy Hill.
Day two follows the famous Bloomfield Track towards Cape Tribulation, with stops including the Lion's Den Hotel, Bloomfield Falls and scenic rainforest locations along the way. There is also time to explore Cape Tribulation Beach and experience the meeting point of the ancient Daintree Rainforest and Great Barrier Reef.
On the final day, discover more of the Daintree, including Thornton Beach and Alexandra Lookout, before crossing the Daintree River and joining a guided wildlife cruise. Keep an eye out for crocodiles and native birdlife before enjoying lunch in the rainforest. The journey continues to Mossman Gorge for a guided walk exploring the rainforest and its connection to Kuku Yalanji culture, before returning south along the spectacular Captain Cook Highway.
With accommodation, meals, national park fees, attractions and the Daintree River Cruise included, this is a great way to explore Cooktown, the Daintree and Far North Queensland's outback without having to organise the details yourself.
Commonly asked questions.
The tour includes three days of small-group touring, comfortable air-conditioned transport, an experienced local guide, accommodation, meals as specified in the itinerary, National Park and ferry fees, and visits to a wide range of natural, cultural and historic attractions.
The itinerary includes the Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation, Cooktown, Mossman Gorge, the Bloomfield Track, Bloomfield Falls, Archer Point, Black Mountain, the Palmer River Goldfields and the Atherton Tablelands, along with a number of other scenic and historic locations.
Yes. Accommodation is included as part of the 3-day tour. Discovery Tours describes its multi-day tours as including accommodation and uses quality accommodation suited to the itinerary.
The tour is not suitable for children under four years old, unless travelling on a private charter. Because this is a three-day journey involving long days of touring and some remote locations, parents should also consider whether the itinerary is suitable for their individual children.
Yes. The tour allows time to explore historic Cooktown and learn about its fascinating history, from Captain Cook's arrival in the region through to the area's gold-mining era. Attractions include Cooktown's historic sites and surrounding scenic locations.
Yes. Swimming gear is recommended for the tour, and there are opportunities to swim at suitable locations during the itinerary. Whether swimming is possible at a particular location depends on weather, water conditions and local safety advice.
Meals are included according to the published itinerary, with food provided throughout the three-day experience. Discovery Tours advises that it aims to cater for individual dietary requirements where possible, so special dietary needs should be advised when booking.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, lightweight clothing, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, swimwear and a towel. A small amount of luggage is recommended because you'll be travelling between different destinations each day. Don't forget your camera and a reusable water bottle.
A reasonable level of fitness is recommended because the itinerary includes rainforest walks, sightseeing and getting in and out of the vehicle at numerous locations. Many of the walks are relatively short, but the three-day itinerary involves long days of touring and travel.
Absolutely. This three-day experience goes well beyond the typical Cairns-to-Daintree day trip. It combines the Daintree and Cape Tribulation with historic Cooktown, the Bloomfield Track and Queensland's tropical outback, making it possible to experience a much broader section of Far North Queensland.
Additional info by the operator.
- More than 61 days before departure: $600 per person retained
- 60-46 days before: 25% of total tour cost
- 45-31 days before: 50% of total tour cost
- 30 days or fewer: 100% of total tour cost