Daintree National Park
Daintree National Park
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Part of Queensland Wet Tropics World Heritage area.
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Phil
2 contributions
Nov 2019
Back to Cape Trib for the first time in 38 years, and what a disappointment it was. The place has been turned into yet another victim of mass tourism. Tons of people everywhere, horrible traffic, the original business owners replaced by greedy and rude types from the South who are only interested in ripping you off and bringing even more tourists into the area. In short: not recommended anymore.
The place is still beautiful, but you have to hurry up if you want to see it before it is destroyed. A bridge across the Daintree is in discussion and the Bloomfield Road is slowly but surely upgraded to accomodate even larger crowds heading north.
The place is still beautiful, but you have to hurry up if you want to see it before it is destroyed. A bridge across the Daintree is in discussion and the Bloomfield Road is slowly but surely upgraded to accomodate even larger crowds heading north.
Written October 9, 2020
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jebskulker
Sydney, NSW2,066 contributions
May 2021
I visited on a day tour which took me across the Daintree river to Mount Alexandra Lookout & Thornton beach up to Cape Tribulation, with a few stops in between such as the Marrdja walk and Daintree ice cream shop. A very rewarding day and great to have a guide along to talk about the Daintree at length with enthusiasm, although the roads are paved all the way to Cape Tribulation so the drive can easily be done in any car.
While a day tour is great, if you do a bit of prior research on places to stop at along the way, you can pretty much control your own day and stop anywhere you like with your own vehicle. There are a few small shops along the way, and in the dry season the road is very easy to drive on.
While a day tour is great, if you do a bit of prior research on places to stop at along the way, you can pretty much control your own day and stop anywhere you like with your own vehicle. There are a few small shops along the way, and in the dry season the road is very easy to drive on.
Written July 28, 2021
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KatielouAustralia
Hobart, Australia1,734 contributions
Jun 2022
What a spectacular rainforest. Our guide tells us that the creeping vines and emerald canopy of the Daintree Rainforest have been growing for more than 180 million years. Easy to see why this national park is at the top of everyone's list of places to see.
Written July 1, 2022
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Tracy L
Brisbane, Australia148 contributions
Oct 2021
It was fortunate that we visited this area when there were border closures. The National Park was tranquil and quiet. Beautiful beaches fringing lush green rain forest. A must-do is to do the boardwalks. You don't need to do those elevated boardwalks where you have to pay. The free boardwalks will give you a more natural experience.
Written October 8, 2021
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Ozzy-Kunnu
Melbourne, Australia2,984 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
It is really sad what urbanization can do to the oldest rainforest in the world, and before one realises what has been destroyed for developing roads for interstate connect, all that remains is a piece that will make us regret our choices
Nevertheless, it's a must must must do on the list of doing things in Australia
Because we did a day trip to so.many things due to little time on hand, we couldn't soak-in everything ...Including a trek. But no complains. Thus, if you have some time on hand, visit this one without it overlapping other plans.
Nevertheless, it's a must must must do on the list of doing things in Australia
Because we did a day trip to so.many things due to little time on hand, we couldn't soak-in everything ...Including a trek. But no complains. Thus, if you have some time on hand, visit this one without it overlapping other plans.
Written February 15, 2021
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john h
Quillan, France1,381 contributions
Sep 2022
An absolute must - the Rain Forest must be visited by whatever means you wish. We drove to the official Park Centre and had a wonderful infiormative walk Allow at least 3 hours. The cafe sells pleasant snacks. The staff are helpful. The gift shop is all 'Made in China" kust unbelievable - surely there are local products??
Written October 17, 2022
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allykat
Perth, Australia62 contributions
Jun 2022
Supberbly developed tourist walks with low impact to the rainforest. Four easily accessible boardwalks (each show cases the different parts of the Rainforest, to make time to do them all) and a lovely natural Jindala route. Lots to see and appreciate.
Written June 12, 2022
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jajavalB
Lampang, Thailand2,761 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
It’s claimed to be one of the oldest rainforest in the world, another is in Madagasscar. The unique flora and fauna here are amazing to be learned and explored. Many point of attractions, such as Daintree river cruise to encounter freshwater, estuarine crocs, platypus seeing, canopy walk, mangrove trail, seaside , swimming in capetribulation and many picturesque lookouts, one is Alexandra lookout. If you have limited time, 1 day waterfall circuit for adventurer or 1day daintree river tour is ok.
Written November 3, 2022
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Helen
Brisbane, Australia9 contributions
Dec 2020 • Couples
went on a road trip and decided to spend 3 nights in the daintree. It is such a beautiful and special place. We stayed at Ocean safari and did the walks around Cape Tribulation. Just an amazing place to visit. Also insect repellent is a must! but a small price to pay for the beauty of the daintree.
Written December 26, 2020
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We’ve Been There
Dalby, Australia635 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
Such a beautiful place. The drive through the trees & mountains is so picturesque. Be sure to do the boardwalks, they are a very easy walk & very well signed. We even happened to see our first Cassowary on this trip. We stopped at all the gorgeous little beaches on our way to Cape Trib, so beautiful. The ferry over & back was $31 return & was no hassle.
Was a great family day out. Highly recommend doing this drive.
Was a great family day out. Highly recommend doing this drive.
Written December 25, 2020
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BG94
London, UK36 contributions
Can you your cape tribulation yourself or would you need a tour guide?
jeanpierre75paris
paris15 contributions
Hello
We will be in Port Douglas from sept 10th to 13th (with a car like toyota Corolla) . I just want to know what we can do on our own (by foot or by car) and what we can do with a tourguide (by feet, or car , or boat with an idea of cost and duration) to visit Mossman Cascade and Daintree forest
Thanks in advance
Regards
Jean Pierre Chardon
jeanpierre75paris
paris15 contributions
Hello
We will be in Port Douglas from sept 10th to 13th (with a car like toyota Corolla) . I just want to know what we can do on our own (by foot or by car) and what we can do with a tourguide (by feet, or car , or boat with an idea of cost and duration) to visit Mossman Cascade and Daintree forest
Thanks in advance
Regards
Jean Pierre Chardon
jltorcz
Saratoga, CA8 contributions
I would like to stay in Daintree National Park. Where would you suggest?
Norm the Nomad
Australia1,003 contributions
Hi. There are a few Eco-Lodges in the Daintree itself. Which are good and can be found via goggle etc. But personally I would normally stay in Port Douglas and drive up for the day - about an hours drive. PD also has a lot to offer the visitor.
ArcherScali
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Australia120 contributions
Hello, if I were to self-drive, do I need to rent a 4wd or would compact car suffice? cheers
JazmineCameron
Mullumbimby, Australia18 contributions
A standard small car is fine in the dry season. A 4wd may be necessary in big wet seasons as there are some creek crossings. If too wet the main river crossing can flood out. Hope this helps :)
Amy T
Melbourne, Australia54 contributions
Does anyone have suggested itineraries for self-drive, self-guided tours? We will have 1 full day to explore north of the river, departing Daintree Village.
Oceanbeauty010
Melbourne, Australia60 contributions
We drove up to daintree from port Douglas. We drove first to jungle surfing (highly recommend doing this in the morning as it does get sticky as it gets warmer) and checked out myall beach after then went a bit further up to cape tribulation (stunning!!) before heading back down stopping at Noah beach, marrdja boardwalk, Thornton beach and cow bay. There’s a nice river you can swim at behind masons cafe too. We didn’t plan our drive home just stopped where we wanted to but each beach is so different from the last despite being so close so I’d recommend checking them out. Do take insect repellant if doing jungle walks and mangroves.
shirleypim
1 contribution
Hi there,
I'm having difficulty finding information online but I was wondering if you'd have availability for 27th evening? Only one night for 3 people (1 male, 2 females). If you could let me know on ssshirleypim hotmail com I'd be most grateful. And if it is available, the best way to book or a number to call?
Thanks in advance!
Shirley
sushu12
Schijndel, The Netherlands50 contributions
When in cairns there are a lot of tours so you can see cape Tribulation. Billy tea tours is a really good one, they are on tripadvisor.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Daintree National Park
- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Daintree National Park:
- Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns (From $127.00)
- Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation & Bloomfield Track Tour (From $147.84)
- Walkabout Cultural Adventures - Ngana Kulkinga Dungay Half Day (From $127.68)
- Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef Experience in Cape Tribulation (From $132.38)
- Daintree and Cape Tribulation Tour from Cairns (From $175.21)
- Hotels near Daintree National Park:
- (0.20 mi) PK's Jungle Village
- (0.28 mi) Cape Tribulation Sanctuary
- (0.64 mi) Cape Trib Beach House
- (1.07 mi) mist at Cape Tribulation
- (1.01 mi) Safari Lodge
- Restaurants near Daintree National Park:
- (0.30 mi) Cafe On Sea
- (1.18 mi) Whet Restaurant
- (1.00 mi) Turtle Rock Cafe
- (0.57 mi) Tides Bar & Restaurant
- (1.03 mi) The Cassowary Restaurant