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Daintree, Cape Tribulation & Paronella Park 2 Day Tour Combo

$690 / Person

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Duration
2 days
Physicality
5/10
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Destinations
Cairns and Far North Queensland

Tablelands Sights and Daintree Rainforest

History, scenic views and World Heritage rainforests from two perspectives: this package consists of two separate day tours that combine the natural beauty and history of the Atherton Tablelands’ best waterfalls and attractions with the untouched wilderness of Daintree and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef. Travel in comfort amongst our small, friendly tour groups as our Northern Experience Eco Tour guides share their expert knowledge throughout the must-see attractions on the Atherton Tablelands. Enjoy priority access to Paronella Park, witness abundant rainforest plant and animal life at Lake Barrine and the Curtain Fig Tree, and relax with time to dip your toes in the cool, clear waters of Millaa Millaa Falls and Babinda Boulders. On day two we join Discovery Tours for a premium small group journey to Daintree and Cape Tribulation, soaking in sweeping views of the Daintree rainforest’s collision with the Coral Sea, visiting picture-perfect Cape Tribulation Beach and spotting the area’s rare wildlife on a Daintree River Cruise. Please note this tour is not suitable for children under 4, unless on a Private Charter. Don’t forget to bring your swimming gear.
Highlights:
  • Small group touring
  • Expert guides
  • Quality restaurant lunches
  • World Heritage-listed rainforest
  • Amazing lookouts
  • Tablelands waterfalls
  • 1000-year-old twin kauri pines
  • Curtain Fig Tree
  • Yungaburra & Malanda townships
  • Swim at Millaa Millaa Falls & Mossman Gorge (Malanda Falls instead of Millaa Millaa Falls from 9 November 2026 to mid-December 2026, while it is closed)
  • Visit Babinda Boulders (if time permits)
  • Paronella Park & guided walk
  • Daintree River Cruise
  • Daintree Rainforest
  • Cape Tribulation Beach
  • Port Douglas

Itinerary

Day 1: Tablelands Waterfalls, Rainforest & Paronella Park
After a 7.15am – 7.45am coach pickup, the imposing silhouette of Walsh’s Pyramid marks the start of our day of discovery south from Cairns, its steep slopes making for a dramatic first photo opportunity on the border of Wooroonooran National Park. The Mulgrave River leads us onwards through the vibrant rainforests Goldsborough Valley to the Gillies Range Road, where we ascend towards the Atherton Tablelands, stopping to appreciate the dramatic valley landscape and coastal vistas from Heales Lookout. Lake Barrine, in Crater Lakes National Park, was etched in the landscape by volcanic activity more than 10,000 years ago and is now home to thriving life in and around its clear waters. Take a rainforest walk with our accredited guide to the towering twin kauri pines, minding to keep your eyes peeled for the abundant bird and butterfly life above, and even turtles, eels and water monitors in the waters below. It’s time for our memorable Devonshire Tea consists of locally grown tea and coffee served with our secret recipe scones going back four generations which are presented with  jam and freshly whipped cream. before a short drive to historic Yungaburra, where photo opportunities abound amid the 18 heritage-listed buildings. On the outskirts of Yungaburra we enter under the cool canopy of Curtain Fig National Park, our expert guide sharing the unlikely story of how the 600+ year-old Curtain Fig Tree came to rest in its spectacular formation above the elevated rainforest boardwalk. Onwards via the historic dairy town of Malanda, we reach another must-do rainforest destination on the Atherton Tablelands — Millaa Millaa Falls. Surrounded by lush tropical rainforest, the falls are an iconic image of Far North Queensland, not to mention an essential place to swim and shower as the cool rainforest waters cascade from 20 metres above. We then stop for an a la carte lunch. Please note: Millaa Millaa Falls is closed from 9 November 2026 to mid-December 2026. When travelling between these dates, we visit Malanda Falls and swim there instead. A refreshing morning swim behind us, we wind our way to the coastal town of Innisfail , before priority entry into the heritage-listed gardens and architectural delights of Paronella Park. A guided tour reveals several fascinating chapters of this park’s rich 90-year history amongst the colourful tropical gardens, then you’re free to explore the rest of its treasure trove of offerings — Mena Creek and Theresa Falls, the miniature bats of the Tunnel of Love, and you can even feed the fish and platypuses! Our trip home winds back up the coast through Babinda and its popular freshwater swimming hole, Babinda Boulders, with time for a taste of Tropical North Queensland produce as we pause at a local fruit stall before our trip home, arriving into your Cairns accommodation or meeting point between 6:00 – 6:30 pm.
  • Meals: Lunch and refreshments
  • Transport: All travel included
  • Informative commentary by an accredited tour guide
  • All attractions and activities: Lake Barrine, Curtain Fig Tree, Millaa Millaa Falls (or Malanda Falls from 9 November 2026 to mid-December 2026, while Millaa Millaa Falls is closed)
Day 2: Daintree & Cape Tribulation
Day two of your World Heritage rainforest discovery begins with a pick-up from your accommodation in Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas (pickup times listed below). From Cairns, we commence our scenic journey on the Great Barrier Reef Drive, the steep slopes of the McAlister Range yielding abruptly to the alternating rocky shorelines and golden beaches that border the iridescent Coral Sea —all immediately apparent from our stop at Rex Lookout. At Port Douglas we visit Flagstaff Hill for sweeping coastal views over Four Mile Beach, before our stop at Mossman Gorge for morning tea and an exploration of its rich natural and cultural history. Learn how Rainforest Aboriginal people lived and thrived here, explore underneath the shelter of the rainforest canopy and take a dip in the Mossman River’s pristine waters. After your choice of a restaurant quality lunch we continue to the banks of the Daintree River, where a river cruise highlights this remote rainforest’s abundance of wildlife, from cormorants feeding on the riverbanks, a bounty of butterflies or the imposing figures of the prehistoric estuarine crocodile. The Daintree Ferry escorts us into the Daintree Rainforest, which envelops our path to Alexandra Lookout before receding to offer panoramic sights of rainforest tumbling to sea. Walk Cape Tribulation Beach, unique in the world as the only place where two natural World Heritage sites meet, and absorb the contrast between ancient rainforest and teeming fringing coral reef. Kulki Boardwalk and Lookout rewards walkers with a bird’s eye view of this special place, a fitting end to our journey north. From here, it’s a scenic drive home with an essential stop to sample locally-made ice cream at a local Daintree Ice Cream Company—hopefully not the only thing from your two-day journey that leaves a sweet taste!
  • Meals: Lunch and refreshments
  • Transport: All travel included
  • Informative commentary by an accredited tour guide
  • All attractions and activities: Mossman Gorge, Daintree River Cruise, Daintree Rainforest Walk, Cape Tribulation Beach
Day 2 pick-up and drop-off times:
  • Departs Cairns City 7.00am – returns 6.30pm (approx.)
  • Departs Northern Beaches 7.45am – returns 6.00pm (approx.)
  • Departs Port Douglas 8.45am – returns 5.30pm (approx.)
*Please note: accommodation is not included in this package

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Inclusions

Tablelands Sights Tour
  • Devonshire morning tea. Scones and tea/coffee at Lake Barrine Teahouse.
  • Rainforest lakeside walk. Visit the twin kauri pines at Lake Barrine.
  • Curtain Fig Tree and elevated rainforest boardwalk.
  • Millaa Millaa Falls, including time for a swim (or Malanda Falls from 9 November 2026 to mid-December 2026, while Millaa Millaa Falls is closed).
  • Quality lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Paronella Park including priority entry, 30-minute guided tour free time to explore.
  • Visit iconic local landmarks, including Walsh’s Pyramid, Heales Lookout, Yungaburra, Curtain Fig Tree, Malanda, Crawford’s Lookout, Millaa Millaa Falls.
  • Rainforest swim at Babinda Boulders (time permitting).
  • Taste the tropics. Buy your own locally grown tropical fruit at local fruit stall.
  • Return hotel transfers (Cairns area only). Paid transfers available for northern beaches hotels ($30 per person) or make your way to collection points.
  • Attractions and all national parks permit fees as per itinerary.
  • Small group touring in comfortable, air-conditioned buses.
Great Barrier Reef Tour
  • Full interpretation and commentary by naturalist guides.
  • Port Douglas. Flagstaff Hill lookout with views over 4 Mile Beach.
  • Mossman Gorge. Guided walk and swim in the cool waters of Mossman River.
  • Morning tea & lunch. Choice of meals at lunch.
  • Daintree River Cruise. 1-hour cruise.
  • Daintree River cable crossing. Both ways.
  • Mount Alexandra Lookout. Amazing photo opportunity.
  • Daintree Rainforest. Oldest surviving tropical rainforest on earth.
  • Botanical walk through the Daintree Rainforest.
  • Cape Tribulation Beach and lookout. Where reef meets rainforest.
  • Attractions and all national park fees and permits as per itinerary.
  • Small group touring in comfortable, late model, air-conditioned vehicles.
  • Pickups from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas.

FAQ

What do I need to bring to the Tablelands Sights Tour?
  • Hat and sunglasses.
  • Sunscreen.
  • Comfortable covered walking shoes.
  • Swimwear, towel and change of clothes.
  • Bottled water.
  • Light jacket in cooler months (June – Oct), when the Tablelands can be quiet cool early in the morning, but still hot enough for swimming later in the day.
  • Umbrella (if rain is forecast).
  • Camera with spare batteries and enough room on the memory card.
  • Cash / credit card as we visit two very well-equipped gift shops with mostly locally-made products.
  • A sense of adventure and thirst for great views!
What do I need to bring to the Daintree and Cape Tribulation Tour?
  • Swimmers & towel, if you wish to swim at Mossman Gorge (subject to conditions on the day).
  • Lightweight clothing (shorts & t-shirts are fine).
  • Comfortable walking shoes.
  • Hat & sunscreen.
  • Cash for purchase at Daintree Ice-Cream Factory.
  • Bottle of water, which can be topped up throughout the tour.

Reviews

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Reviews

Overall Rating 4.8 (1331): Google 4.8 (196), Tripadvisor 4.8 (1135)

  1. ShazBenn1 ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Great places to visit

    The itinerary and our driver were great. We visited some beautiful places and learned a lot along the way. We really enjoyed morning tea, lunch, and some local ice cream. The option to swim in Mossman Gorge, or relax and take photos from the lookout, was the best part of the trip.

  2. Jade M ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    GREAT DAY BLOODY AWESOME.

    Love the communication with our guide Caston.awesome driving skills reminds me off my own driving and doesn't muck around👌everything on this tour was a lifetime experience and loved everything throughout the day.

  3. Mary M ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Great day

    Enjoyed the day. Carsten was an excellent guide.

  4. Graham P ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Ecology at its best

    Had a great day with our guide Mario. He was knowlegable and informative throughout, taking every effort to ensure we all had a good time. His instructions for different drops and collections during the day were clear and concise to ensure the day went smoothly. The food stops included morning tea, a full lunch, and a visit to a fruit farm for quality ice cream! Mario kept us informed during the journey pointing out landmarks, plant species, and local and geological history. All in all an easy and enjoyable day leaving us all well educated on the oldest rainforest in the world.

  5. paul walker ★★★★★
    on Google

    A very nice tour, beautiful places and nature. A guide very knowledgeable and kind

  6. pan1k1962 ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Great day to Cape Tribulation

    Excellent day out Great way to get an experience of the beaches and rainforest Our guide Ron was highly knowledgeable and informative

  7. Emma B ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Great tour for all ages!

    Fantastic experience, our guide had great knowledge and provided facts, insights and jokes that kept us enlightened throughout the day. The jungle walk, the river boat cruise and the swim were the highlights!

  8. John Michael K ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Daintree and Cape Tribulation

    Wonderful well rounded experience. Our guide Steve was knowledgeable and entertaining.

  9. Robyn H ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Daintree

    Lovely day, for guide Steve was great, very knowledgeable, funny, attentive to his passengers needs. The day was long however we certainly covered alot of ground and sights.

  10. Greg Knight ★★★★★
    on Google

    Our trip was a great experience. Our guide Darren was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. We had a great day

  11. Dawn S ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Cairns trip

    Steve was great! Very knowledgeable and just the right amount of energy. We appreciated his professionalism, keeping the tour on track.

  12. Anna ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Consigliato

    Massima puntualità nel prelievo e per gli spostamenti. La nostra guida è stata impeccabile. Peccato solo aver pagato così tanto ed non aver visto nemmeno un coccodrillo.

  13. angela Urquhart ★★★★★
    on Google

    Great tour, would highly recommend any tour with Carsten. He was amazing.

  14. Andries Kraaijeveld ★★★★★
    on Google

    Wij hebben de Daintree and Cape Tribulation premium tour gedaan. Alles top georganiseerd. De spots die we bezochten waren supermooi, lunch was top, krokodillen cruise was ontzettend gaaf. Je zit in totaal wel wat veel in de bus, maar dat is onvermijdelijk om de verschillende spots te kunnen zien. Maar de verschillende etappes zijn ook weer niet enorm lang en je rijdt bovendien door een mooi en afwisselend landschap. Het is dus heel goed te doen. Tot slot: de gids was ontzettend sympathiek en enthousiast.

  15. Eloise Grainger ★★★★★
    on Google

    Great guides, vehicles and day out. Day trips are ideal to see a highlight reel of all notable sites.

  16. Ryan Y ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    A day trip to Daintree Rainforest

    Had a wonderful day with Carsten! The trip was very well organized, and what made it even more enjoyable was our guide and driver, who was incredibly fun, friendly, and entertaining. There was never a dull moment throughout the journey. Thank you, Carsten, for such a memorable and enjoyable experience!

  17. Ryan F. ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Great tour!

    From beginning to end, the tour was great. But the star of the show was Carsten. He is knowledgeable, enthusiastic, funny, and engaging. We felt lucky that he was guiding us!

  18. Rebecca S ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Excellent Day Tour

    The day was exceptional. From the drive along the coast to the drive through the rainforest. We enjoyed all the scenic stops for picture taking. Karsten our guide did a great job sharing information about all the sights. We enjoyed the riverboat ride and were able to see several large crocodiles. Lunch was great. We tried the barramundi and kangaroo loin. Both dishes were very good as well as the tropical fruit served with our meals. I would highly recommend this day tour.

  19. Es B ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Highly recommended

    Our guide Stev was absolutely fantastic. He went above and beyond. The trip was more than what we expected. Thank you!

  20. Trevor B ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Daintree tour

    The tour was fantastic. Steve was an amazing tour guide, and he really went above and beyond to make sure we had a great tour. His knowledge of the area is truly impressive, and I had a very enjoyable trip. Thank you Steve!

  21. amore62 ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    A truly PREMIUM full day tour, it fulfills everything agreed upon.

    My guide-driver was Pierre. Passionate about the jungle, he gave us a lot of information about animals and birds of the oldest jungle on the planet. He was efficient, fast, and safe in his responses. Punctual pickup at my hotel, and everything went according to what was agreed. At lunch there were several options to choose from, fish, chicken, kangaroo, vegetarian. The tour lasted 11:45 hours, just as it is pre-established in the conditions. Highly recommended. The weather, which does not depend on the agency, was rainy at times, but that is nature. Thank you Pierre.

  22. Doris Bohndorf ★★★★★
    on Google

    Great tours and guides!! I did a few of their tours in Cairns. Totally impressed with their knowledge and organisation of the tours.

  23. Anna Januszko ★★★★★
    on Google

    Tour guide Sean was great, favourite part of the drive were his dad jokes at red lights. Lunch at the Daintree Cafe was beautiful, it was a highlight of the experience to taste the local fruit.

  24. burningblue2018 ★★★★★
    on Tripadvisor

    Great day out

    Excellent day out, Ron was excellent. Wholly recommend.

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