Cooktown Tours - 3 Day 4WD Drive Cooktown & Daintree Rainforest Accommodated Tour

Enjoy a fascinating 3 Day journey of discovery through historic Cooktown including Black Mountain National Park with Free Time in Cooktown, as well as the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest in a purpose-built Four Wheel Drive Vehicle with Eco Accredited Driver Guide and a small group of passengers! 

This small group, fully guided 4WD Safari allows participants to experience both the Inland Development Road as you travel up to Cooktown and then the 4WD accessible only Bloomfield Track as you travel back down through the Daintree & Cape Tribulation Rainforest with creek crossings, a 1 Hour Guided Daintree River Cruise and free time to explore the Rainforest.

This safari will guarantee a departure with a minimum of 4 passengers and can depart 'on demand' with flexible departure dates (subject to accommodation availability) and includes all meals and overnight accommodation. 

• Courtesy transfer from Cairns City, Cairns Northern Beaches & Port Douglas Accommodation
• Small group touring with an Experienced Accredited Guide 
• 4WD custom built air-conditioned vehicle
• Friendly knowledgeable Eco Accredited driver guide
• All meals (as indicated in the tour itinerary further below) 
• One of Australia’s most scenic coastal routes
• Daintree River Ferry Crossing
• World Heritage Daintree National Park
• Black Mountain
• Grassy Hill lookout 
• Free time to explore Cooktown
• Visit a true Aussie Bush Pub, The Lion's Den
• 4WD only Bloomfield Track
• Daintree National Park & Fees 
• 1 Hour Guided River Cruise on the Daintree River with commentary & Guide 
• Overnight accommodation in Cooktown at the Seaview Motel 
• Overnight accommodation in Cape Tribulation at Ferntree Lodge

DAY 1 CAIRNS TO COOKTOWN VIA WET TROPICS & ATHERTON TABLELANDS

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation in Cooktown Single/ Twin/ Double (ensuite)

After pick-up from your accommodation, you will ascend the Kuranda Range above Cairns enjoying amazing views through the forest, over the city and the Coral Sea beyond. From here the operator’s ‘exclusive permit’ allows them to 4WD through the forest and river crossings into the Clohesy River World Heritage Rainforest Boardwalk where you’ll see a giant Strangler Fig Tree. We you will head through the Rural Service Centre of Mareeba and the small communities of Mount Molloy and Mount Carbine to Bob’s Lookout with sweeping views to the South, stopping for morning tea along the way.

Leaving the Tablelands behind you will be heading into the Savannah Country and onto the Palmer River Roadhouse for lunch. Continuing north along the Mulligan Highway, past the mysterious Black Mountains, you’ll deviate off the bitumen for a visit to Archer Point Lighthouse, a beacon to guide ships along the Great Barrier Reef.

From here, you will travel into Cooktown and your overnight accommodation (Seaview Motel – Cooktown).

DAY 2 EXPLORE COOKTOWN & TAKE BLOOMFIELD TRACK TO CAPE TRIBULATION

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Overnight Accommodation in Cape Tribulation. Single/ Twin/ Double (ensuite)

After breakfast, enjoy a town tour of Cooktown and head up to the Grassy Hill lookout for fantastic views over the town and its famous “River of Gold”. Then it’s onto the historic Captain James Cook Museum, which is one of Queensland’s best museums, showcasing the remarkable history of this historic town. The museum follows the story of Captain James Cook’s enforced seven-week stay at the Endeavour River, during which the first meaningful contact between Europeans and Indigenous Australians took place. It covers the days of the Palmer River gold rush, as well as showcasing personal stories and items from Cooktown’s early residents.

Now that you’ve been enriched in Australia’s true history, you will head down to the famous, historical Lion’s Den Hotel along the Bloomfield Track for lunch (included) and a refreshing drink (own expense). This truly is an Aussie icon built on the banks of the little Annan River, surrounded by 100-year-old mango trees. You can sign the wall, like 100’s of visitors from all over Australia and the world have done before you, over many years.

From here, you will head south to Cape Tribulation and the Daintree Rainforest. Engaging 4WD we travel along the Bloomfield Track, enjoying many scenic spots including the Bloomfield Falls, Cedar Bay National Park, a boardwalk and more. After arriving at Cape Tribulation, you’re free to take a walk on the beach and head up to Kulki Lookout. You will then go to your overnight accommodation to settle in for the evening (Ferntrees Resort - Cape Tribulation)

DAY 3 CAPE TRIBULATION TO CAIRNS/PORT DOUGLAS VIA THE CAPTAIN COOK HIGHWAY

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch & Return to Accommodation

After a leisurely breakfast, you will drive to Thornton Beach, which is adjacent to Queensland’s fourth highest mountain, Thornton Peak (1,374m). Stopping here, you get the chance to stretch your legs on the beach and grab some amazing photos. Then continue to the Alexandra Lookout for spectacular views over the Daintree River and beyond, to the Great Barrier Reef and Snapper Island.

Arrive at the famous Daintree River for your cable ferry crossing. Once on the other side, it’s time for a 1-hour cruise on the Daintree River, where crocodiles and varied native bird species are spotted. This is your chance to see one of the longest and most diverse river systems in the world, through the eyes of a local, naturalist guide. After the cruise, it’s a short drive to the Daintree Tea House for a special lunch, at one of the Daintree region’s oldest established restaurants, set in a rainforest setting. You have the choice to try delicious Barramundi fish (other menu items are available) and exotic tropical fruits.

After lunch it’s time to head to Mossman Gorge, which is located in the southern section of the Daintree National Park. You’ll be immersed in the rich traditions of the Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal culture on a 1.5-hour guided walk. Finally, head south along one of the nicest coastal drives in the world, the picturesque Captain Cook Highway, towards Cairns with an optional stop at Port Douglas. Your guide will drop you back to your accommodation at Cairns, Cairns Northern Beaches or Port Douglas in the early evening (arriving after 6.45pm).

Rates From Cairns & Cairns Northern Beaches & Port Douglas - Valid 01 Apr 2023 to 31 Mar 2024

• Adult - Twin or Double Share  AU$1750.00 per person
• Adult - Twin or Double Share - Pensioner / Seniors Rate AU$1730.00 per person
• Adult - Sole Occupancy AU$1950.00 per person 
• Adult - Sole Occupancy - Pensioner / Seniors Rate AU$1930.00 per person 
• Child (4 -14 years of age) AU$1450.00 per person

Please Note:
This tour runs All Year Round on Demand with a minimum of 4 passengers ** subject to weather conditions 

Important Notes: Rates are per person and in AUD. Tours are not suitable for children under 4 years of age. All tours are subject to weather conditions. All times & itineraries are approximate and are subject to change.

Important Booking Notes:On making a reservation - On making a reservation - Please specify in Booking Form's 'Comments Box' your preferred accommodation option, e.g. bedding configuration e.g. Twin (2 Single Beds) or Double (1 Double Bed), Sole Use (Single Person).

Please also consider providing us with any other information that you consider important that we should know about, e.g. special dietary requirements etc.

Tours are not suitable for children under 4 years of age. All tours are subject to weather conditions. All times are approximate and are subject to change. Extra nights are available in Cooktown (on application).