The Daintree Rainforest is approximately 180 million years old — the oldest continuously surviving tropical rainforest on Earth and nearly 100 million years older than the Amazon. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is home to more than 3,000 plant species, 430 bird species, and rare wildlife including the southern cassowary and Bennett's tree-kangaroo.
Rainforest & Daintree Tours - Available Tours
- Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Day Tour - From AUD $239.00 (Full day) - Experience a personalized full-day tour through the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. Enjoy a scenic coastal drive, a guided boardwalk tour, and a refreshing swim in a rainforest stream. Spot
- Zipline Canopy Tour — Treetops Adventure Cape Tribulation - From AUD $145.00 (Approx 2 hours session) - Explore the Daintree Rainforest on a zipline canopy tour at Treetops Adventure Cape Tribulation. Experience heights of up to 15 metres while gliding across nine ziplines ranging from 15 to 130 metres
- Kuranda Explorer - From AUD $70.00 (45 minutes for the river cruise.) - Experience the Kuranda Explorer package featuring three amazing attractions: Birdworld Kuranda, where you can interact with over 350 free-flying birds; Kuranda Koala Gardens, home to native Australian
- 4 Day Reef, Rainforest, Outback and Skyrail - From AUD $795.00 (4 days) - This 4-Day Package Bundle offers an immersive experience of Cairns, encompassing the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, Outback, and the Kuranda Train and Skyrail. Note: There has been an itiner
Frequently Asked Questions
How old is the Daintree Rainforest?
The Daintree Rainforest is approximately 180 million years old, making it the oldest continuously surviving tropical rainforest on Earth, predating the Amazon by nearly 100 million years.
Will I see crocodiles on a Daintree tour?
Crocodile sightings are very common on Daintree River cruises, especially during the dry season when saltwater crocodiles bask on the riverbanks.
Is Cape Tribulation worth visiting?
Absolutely. Cape Tribulation is one of the only places on Earth where two UNESCO World Heritage sites meet — the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.
What is a Dreamtime walk at Mossman Gorge?
The Ngadiku Dreamtime Walk at Mossman Gorge is an indigenous-guided experience led by local Kuku Yalanji Traditional Owners, sharing creation stories, bush tucker, and spiritual connection to country.