1-Hour Daintree River wildlife cruise
Overview
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1 hour
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WHY OUR CRUISE IS THE BEST IN THE DAINTREE:
• A local Aussie family business that live a great lifestyle in the Daintree and want to share our Daintree river tours with you!
• Experienced Local Guides.
• Located at a private boutique location
• Nature walk to private jetty in a Conservation Park.
We operate Daintree tours from our home on the banks of the Daintree River in a secluded wildlife boutique facility. Come and relax in our garden room, listen to the surrounding wildlife and enjoy a complimentary Daintree Tea or coffee before or after your Daintree river tours experience. Peruse our tropical souvenir collection. Meander through our lush tropical garden to our private jetty
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Guests must be capable to walk 200-250 meters to the boat
Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
Notice is required if you are bringing a service animal
Guests must be capable to walk 200-250 Mtrs to boat on a gravel path that has slight inclines, declines & steps.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Complimentary local Daintree tea or freshly brewed coffee or slushies
Raincoats
What To Expect
Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises
Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises offer a one-hour wild life cruise. We are enthusiastic, honest, exciting and informative. We are keen bird watchers and have a good eye for crocodiles and tree snakes, with crocodiles being spotted on 98% of trips, particularly in cooler months. We don't provide Daintree bird watching tours however the native bird life in the Daintree is abundant.
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Daintree River Wildlife Cruise
Duration: 1 hour
Reviews
942 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Recommend this trip with Bruce !
Lucy R,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bruce was very friendly and knowledgeable and we really enjoyed the cruise in general! We were lucky enough to spot crocs towards the end which was amazing !
Worth every cent! Amazing and fun
Curious28231975985,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00So amazing to be on the Daintree river. Bruce was very knowledgeable about everything local and crocodiles and we saw an adult female and a baby and he knew exactly where to take us
Great guides and relaxed tour
sandymR205OJ,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the 1 hour wildlife cruise yesterday afternoon organised through Daintree Discovery Tours. Unfortunately I cant remember the name of our guide but he was extremely informative and very funny making it a really enjoyable cruise.
Very informative and...
Dayle U,
Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative and fantastic guide - very enjoyable. Scenic, so much extra info about the area, culture, wildlife! Brilliant!
A must do Daintree experience!
Amanda B,
Oct 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We absolutely loved our 1 hour Daintree River crocodile cruise! Our guide Bruce was very knowledgeable, funny, and clearly passionate about the wildlife and ecosystem, making the whole experience both educational and entertaining. We spotted several crocodiles (including a few big ones!) and plenty of birdlife, all while learning fascinating facts about their behavior and habitat. The boat was comfortable and safe, with plenty of great photo opportunities along the way. It was the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation, an unforgettable glimpse into the wild beauty of the Daintree. Highly recommend this tour for families, couples, or anyone who wants to experience nature up close in a respectful and sustainable way!
Less chance of sighting in warmer months
mathews4vt,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was fun, took the 2:00 cruise got a free drink and snack. Unfortunately it’s entering the warm season and therefore less chances of croc sightings due to warm water and breeding season. as that was told to us as we were on the boat. Best time to go is winter. We saw a baby and head of female. The driver was entertaining and tried his best. A coupon is given is you don’t get a good sighting, which is helpful especially if you have an extra day, but you can use any time at all!
Informative and colourful experience
BriJan4748,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A very enjoyable hour on the Daintree River. Managed to see 3 crocs and other wildlife. Brad was very informative and knowledgeable. Nice touch afterwards with cold drinks ans snacks. Would recommend.
Interesting river tour
670anncharlottes,
Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour with Bruce himself as our guide. We went during low tide and with a small group. We saw 5 crocs in total, incl. a 2-3-year-old and a baby. Highly recommended tour. We appreciated the fact that the crocs were treated with respect and 'left alone'.
10/10 recommend
Megan B,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with our guide Ray, who had plenty of stories about crocs (and life haha) and was exactly what you’d want from a Far North Queensland guide. Loved the extra info about birds but it was the crocs we came for and we weren’t disappointed. Saw one large male but just the tops of his eyes, then a female laying in the sun - we got a few metres away from her and it was great. Then Ray somehow spotted a baby in the mangroves. Absolutely recommend and if you can do the 2pm it’s a bit of extra fun to have a glass of wine on the trip :)
Amazing Day on the Daintree River
bcowdrick,
Sep 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We cruised the Daintree River with Captain David and his trusty first mate, Dougie the Dog, aboard the Solar Whisper, spotting crocodiles and learning about the river ecosystem. Captain David’s sharp eye and deep knowledge of the river made the cruise unforgettable. He spotted crocodiles for us, pointed out birdlife and other wildlife along the banks, and explained the delicate balance of this unique ecosystem. The Solar Whisper’s quiet, eco-friendly design let us glide along peacefully, making it feel like we were truly part of the environment.
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