Private Tour
Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Tour
Overview
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11 hours
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This premium full-day small-group tour (up to 14 guests) takes you deep into the heart of the Daintree region, showcasing the highlights of the Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge, and Cape Tribulation in one unforgettable day.
Travel in comfort aboard a luxury Mercedes Sprinter, with free pick-up from Cairns CBD, the Northern Beaches, and Port Douglas. Led by very experienced local guides, you’ll explore ancient rainforest, crystal-clear creeks, and the iconic Cape Tribulation beach, where two World Heritage-listed wonders meet: the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics.
Your day includes a Daintree River wildlife cruise, guided walk and swim at Mossman Gorge, morning tea with freshly baked scones, jam and cream, a delicious Aussie restaurant lunch, and tropical fruit tasting featuring fresh local seasonal produce.
With a relaxed pace, personalised guiding, and daily departures, this is the perfect way to experience the very best of Far North Queensland.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age to travel is 4 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult (4-14 years old)
Small group of no more than 14 participants
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Continue the journey north along one of the most picturesque coastal drives in the world, stopping at Rex Lookout for views over Trinity Beach and back towards the mountains of the Great Dividing Range.
Port Douglas
The next stop is the small seaside village of Port Douglas for short town tour before heading to Mossman Gorge on the southern edge of the Daintree World Heritage area. Here you’ll enjoy morning tea in the New Mossman Gorge Centre.
What‘s Included
Delicious Aussie restaurant lunch (choose from Barramundi, Chicken, Steak, Kangaroo or Vegetarian)
National Park entry fees
Free pick up from all Cairns CBD & Northern Beaches Accommodation
Experienced tour guides with intimate knowledge of the local area
Luxury recent model Mercedes Sprinter bus
Daintree River wildlife cruise
Aussie restaurant lunch: Barramundi, Chicken, Steak, Kangaroo, or Vegetarian
Morning tea - pastries, coffee and tea
Optional purchases (e.g., Daintree Ice Cream) and additional food/drinks
Pickup points
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All Inclusive Day Tour
Cape Tribulation & Daintree: Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation in a small group of only 14 passengers - offering unrivaled personalised service.
Pickup included
Reviews
856 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day out
236stevenw,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a lovely day. Steve was a very good guide and kept us well informed and entertained All the activities were of high quality and it was a fabulous introduction to Daintree - and the lunch was perfect, tasty and with an educational element . Highly recommended
Good experience
christinelA1638IM,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a fun way to quickly see a good amount of the Daintree if you have a short time through Cairns. We saw 6 crocs during the river cruise which was amazing!
An OK way to see the Rainforest, but not a high adventure activity
AnneMarie T,Apr 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide, John, was personable and very knowledgeable of the area. Note that this is a 12 hour trip, with a lot of driving. I enjoyed the lunch and the hosts with the lovely fruit spread and discussion. I was disappointed that the only animals we saw were 4 baby crocs. We sped by a bunch of wallabies but did not stop to see them. It did rain, but it IS the rainforest and John had umbrellas (and water). For those looking for an adventure, this trip is not for you. A couple short walks through the rainforest. I would have liked an option to hike more.
Mossman Gorge, the Daintree Rainforest, and Cape Tribulation
Colette K,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00My family did a day trip with Discovery Tours Australia to Mossman Gorge, the Daintree Rainforest, and Cape Tribulation, and it was one of the top highlights of our trip to Cairns! Our guide, Scotty, was incredible. His deep knowledge of the local wildlife, plants, and history was impressive, and you can tell he’s truly passionate about conservation. He kept us entertained throughout the drive with great stories, local insights, and plenty of jokes that had us laughing. The experience at Mossman Gorge was a standout—we had the chance to hike through the lush forest and take a refreshing swim in the clear waters. We also spent time walking along the stunning beach at Cape Tribulation, which provided some of the best photo opportunities of the entire trip. The wildlife sightings were memorable—we spotted a few young crocodiles during the river cruise and were lucky enough to see both an adult and a juvenile Southern Cassowary! Lunch was at a secluded local spot where every plate was served with a variety of fresh local fruit. Topped off with a stop for delicious local ice cream, too. While it was a long day, it was also the perfect day. Highly recommend Scotty and the Discovery team!
Fantastic experience very experienced and knowledgable guide! Highly recommend!
I1401OUemilys,Apr 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jeremy was our guide tour date 11th April, he was very approachable, professional and helpful, he bent of backwards to ensure we had a fantastic experience! He was extremely knowledgable about the tour and the areas we visited, he shared an array of information about an enormous amount of flora and fauna right down to the cellar level ie. Jellyfish and how the attack/hunt to the different islands, the indigenous names and histories too! He was a brilliant guide who kept us on track and on time throughout a very busy action packed day. He showed us an array of insects and wildlife we otherwise wouldn’t have seen or known about! I would definitely recommend him as your guide, he was excellent and we had a fantastic day. Thanks so very much!
Disappointing: lot of driving, very little rainforest
Thomas S,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00The rainforest experiences were extremely disappointing. These were just two walks of only 200 m each on platforms trails ending on a viewpoint. We had only approximately 30 minutes for each walk, with little to see and many other people. This was no nature experience at all like we expected it to be. The other stops were rather disappointing as well. Port Douglas e.g. was a 10 minute toilet stop, with nothing to see. Most of the day was spent driving at pretty high speed for many hours in the tour van. To us this was a high priced, wasted day. The only highlight was the wonderful lunch, which we truly enjoyed. And an additional unplanned stop in the rainforest which our guide thankfully added at the end. To be clear here: This feedback is regarding the itinerary, not regarding our wonderful guide Steve. Steve was wonderful, full of knowledge and your humor. He was telling very interesting facts and stories through the whole trip. Rating Steve is a clearly a 10 out of 10! Also, we would like to add, that the Viator service worked perfect, when we contacted Viator before our trip.
Good but improvable
Trvllnggrmn,Apr 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I did a day trip to Mossman Gorge, the Daintree Rainforest (including a river cruise), and Cape Tribulation. Overall, it was a good day and the locations are absolutely beautiful—well worth visiting. The guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and everything ran smoothly. However, the itinerary felt quite rushed. There were many stops, but very little time to actually enjoy them. For example, Mossman Gorge and Port Douglas were extremely brief, and the morning tea stop felt unnecessary. I think the day would benefit from focusing more on fewer places with more time to explore, rather than covering so much ground. Lunch was also disappointing—the food was very average, and the steak was unfortunately one of the worst I’ve had. It also took quite a while, which felt like time that could have been better spent enjoying the Daintree. The main downside was the bus comfort. Although it was clean and modern with good AC, the seats were quite uncomfortable for such a long day—no footrests, no armrests, no recline, and limited space for belongings. Overall, a positive experience thanks to the incredible places visited, but with a more relaxed itinerary, better food, and improved comfort, it could be much better.
Very well guided trip
Kangaroo1957,Apr 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was led by Jeremy, a highly experienced guide. He gave us a lot of interesting information, was very friendly. Unfortunately, the loudspeaker didn't work on the bus, so it didn't come across as well into the back of the bus. This trip is highly recommended. When swimming in Mosman Gorge it is recommended to put on your swimsuits before the trip, there are no changing rooms there.
Best tour ever done
288jocelynj,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great day and Steve our driver was fantastic
Amazing worthwhile day tour!
annierZ9838VQ,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an exceptional day on Steve’s tour! He is very knowledgeable about the rainforest and all the surrounding areas and really made the travel time fly with his interesting stories and facts! The stop offs were absolutely beautiful and the complimentary morning tea and lunch were delicious. We packed so much into a day and we felt well looked after! Would 100% recommend.
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