Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip
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Discover the only place on earth with 2 natural World Heritage listed sites side by side. Explore the Daintree River and Rainforest, Cape Tribulation Region, Mossman Gorge, all in one adventure-filled day.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Child Age 2-11 years old
Children under the age of 2 must sit on parents lap whilst travelling in the bus
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre
Spectacular Mossman Gorge, home to the Traditional Owners of Cape Tribulation, the Kuku Yalanji. Experience a Welcome to Country and Smoke ceremony in this place of great significance before heading up to the stunning gorge for a swim in the crystal clear green waters.
Next stop is the Daintree River Wildlife Cruise on the Daintree River. Spot crocodiles and other wildlife in their natural habitat whilst enjoying the view of the rainforest.
What‘s Included
Beach visit - "Where Rainforest meets the Reef"
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Local guide
Guided Rainforest Walk
Lunch
Daintree River cruise
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Daintree River Ferry Crossing
Welcome to Country ceremony & Mossman Gorge
Breakfast (available for purchase at Mossman Gorge)
Ice cream (available for purchase at the optional stop Daintree Ice Cream Co.)
Pickup points
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Daintree & Mossman Gorge Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
1,953 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
This trip was a perfect...
Leah G,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This trip was a perfect way to see the Daintree rain forest, Mossman Gorge and Cape Tribulation in one day.
Rainforest Day
RobinL,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Noel was absolutely fabulous the ENTIRE day! She was kind and SO smart and taught us so much about the wilderness and so many things I had no idea about! The day went so smoothly and I couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
Superb family tour of the rainforest
shu0nand,,Dec 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Michael was one of the most knowledgeable and passionate we have had the pleasure to tour with anywhere in the world. He was able to bring the rainforest and its history alive with engaging commentary and demonstrations at every stage of our journey, drawing from his extensive personal education and exploration of the region. This tour was a great choice for our multigenerational family group, with only mild walking required to enjoy the sights, while the kids could challenge themselves swimming upstream to the waterfalls at the end of the day. We feel we had the opportunity to experience many different sides of the rainforest with much better understanding and organization than we could have managed on our own.
Awesome tour
Thi N,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00Get to walk in the oldest rainforest in the world, learn about the first people’s culture, rituals, bush plants uses, flora and faunas.
It is a really nice way...
Hansbart B,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a really nice way to know more about this beautiful country. It combines culture with nature. A very nice bus with airco !!! Friendly driver. I read before about “no toilet oportunities” which almost made me cancel but that remark is rubish
Great, eventful tour
Sabine F,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative introduction about the Daintree with entertaining interesting anecdotes from our guide LENA!!! It was a lot of fun. Highly recommended!
Lena was great. All was...
ZhannaHorn,,Dec 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lena was great. All was really wonderful and her explanations of rainforest and knowledge of the nature was a big bonus. I would suggest the only thing for future for the guide: to remind the group more regularly that this bus tour is shared and people must keep quiet in the bus. We had one person who was talking 12 hours non-stop (on 12 hours tour )with the neighbour on a full capacity of the voice. What was killing the impression of the tour.
Stunning
Dave W,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visited as part of an organised excursion, Mossman gorgeous was a guided walk in the rainforest which was really informative and a visit to Cape Tribulation to see where 2 UNESCO sites meet . All I can say is what a stunning beach, absolutely gorgeous
Nice trip
MaryLynn K,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It’s a long day with a lot of driving from Cairns. Tour driver very knowledgeable. Saw 1 crocodile on the boat.
Great Trip With Active Tropics Explorer - Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge, and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip
JJ D,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00If this is your first full day in Cairns, a great way to start to see the area is partaking in the Cape Tribulation, Mossman Gorge and Daintree Rainforest Day Trip. On Saturday, November 29, 2025, we were fortunate enough to take in this day with Ron and Active Tropics Explorer. The day kicked off with a pickup at our hotel. The vehicle was a well-appointed 27 person van with comfortable seats. The first stop is at the Mossman Gorge Cultural Center (MGCC). This includes a great speech from a guide that recounts the history of the land. They have a great demonstration about the use of smoke and fire that is symbolic for visiting the land. Upon completing the demonstration, you have an opportunity to use a nice full-service rest room with running water, soap and towels. Take advantage of this before you board the shuttle bus to the hiking path. The MGCC team will whisk you up the trail to the start of the path. This is a nicely paved path that allows you to wander through some quick sites in the. Rain forest. There is a quick swimming hole, but give the length of the day and short amount of time there, I would forgo swimming and just stick to the path. The path has a great suspension bridge that was a bit of an engineering feat to assemble. You should visit the bridge to take in what they have accomplished. The time at the MGCC is quick, but it gives you a good synopsis of the rainforest and the beauty. Prior to departing the MGCC you have a chance to grab a quick snack and once again use the full-service rest room. Don’t let this opportunity pass you by. From the MGCC you will end up on the Daintree River Cruise. This is a smooth ride up the Daintree River where the guide will point out the history of the river, and you will be on the lookout for reptiles. On November 30, 2025, we were fortunate enough to have Gary as our guide. He is a connoisseur of all things related to the Daintree River. We were fortunate to have his knowledge and keen eye to point out the various creates along the river. Having completed the riverboat tour and MGCC it is now off to lunch. The tour takes you to Ocean Safari where you had previously pre-ordered your lunch. I enjoyed the chicken bowl. The restaurant has an assortment of drinks to consume and has another full service rest room for your convenience. After lunch it is back in the van for a tour through the forest. You will get to experience magnificent views and beaches along the journey. Please note, the beaches are a quick stop, you do not setup shop there for any period of time. The trails through the rainforest are paved and easy to navigate. You do not need hiking boots for any part of this adventure. Overall this is a great way to see the Daintree rainforest. It is a great warm up trip for your first day in the city of Cairns. This gives you time to adjust to the time zone and get a feel for the weather. If you do go on this trip, and you should go with the team at Active Tropics, remember it is a winding road through the forest. If you have issues with car sickness or back issues, make sure you choose a seat in the front of the van or take any necessary medications to enjoy the trip. I am thankful to Ron that managed to navigate the hours of driving and construction along the route to give us an amazing and memorable day!
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