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Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package

Destination: Daintree & Cape Tribulation Rainforest with Half Day Ocean Reef Safari
Duration: 3 Day / 2 Night Tour Package

Departs: Cairns, Cairns Northern Beaches from 7.00am & Port Douglas from 8.00am
Returns: Port Douglas from 6.30pm & Cairns, Cairns Northern Beaches from 7.30pm

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Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
  • Rainforest Meets The Reef - Daintree & Cape Tribulation 3 Day - 2 Night Rainforest Package
The Package

Day 1  This fun filled, action packed, premier rainforest package touring option includes the best of Cape Tribulation and Daintree area with guided walks, swimming, lunch and guaranteed wildlife spotting along the way up to Cape Tribulation. Your morning starts with a transfer from accommodation to commence travelling along one of the most scenic drives in Australia, up along the Captain Cook Highway north of Cairns to Port Douglas. At Port Douglas it's time to visit the Rainforest Habitat Nature Park where you will see the endangered Cassowary and a myriad of other wildlife including Koalas, Australian Birds, Lizards and Crocodiles. A visit to the Rainforest Habitat will allow you the opportunity to get up close and learn more about our unique Australian Wildlife as you take a guided walk through the sanctuary. Breakfast and snacks are available for purchase at the Rainforest Habitat.


Cross the Daintree River on cable ferry before heading up to Cape Tribulation. Here you will have free time to enjoy the iconic Cape Tribulation Beach and be offered the opportunity to take a guided walk through this unique beach side eco system. Enjoy a tropical lunch at Cape Trib Beach House!

Enjoy the late afternoon and evening at leisure. Overnight at Cape Trib Beach House or Ferntrees Rainforest Resort at accommodation option of choice (Budget, Moderate or Deluxe options available). .

Day 2  Today you will visit the Great Barrier Reef! Ocean Safari offers an exhilarating ride to snorkel the pristine untouched Great Barrier Reef off the Daintree Coast at Cape Tribulation. This half day eco tour visits two different snorkel destinations, each with an extraordinary array of marine life and coral species. After a fast 25 minute ride, you are ready to snorkel two fabulous locations at Mackay and Undine Reefs. On most days, the rainforest can be seen along the mainland beach whilst snorkelling the Great Barrier Reef alongside sea turtles, which are found in abundance swimming over reefs full of colourful coral, along with myriads of tropical fish, eagle rays, giant clams and starfish.

The tour begins at Cape Tribulation beach where you board the vessel bound for the tropical waters of the Great Barrier Reef. The Ocean Safari vessel takes a maximum of 25 passengers allowing you to experience tropical paradise and the pleasure of a small group. Your Ocean Reef Safari half day Great Barrier Reef tour departs from Cape Tribulation at 8.30am (check-in at 8.00am) and returns at approximately 12.30pm.

Enjoy your afternoon and evening at leisure. Overnight at Cape Trib Beach House or Ferntrees Rainforst Resort at accommodation of choice (Budget, Moderate or Deluxe options available). 

Day 3 Enjoy a day at leisure! Wake up to the sounds of the Rainforest and enjoy the pristine surroundings of the World Heritage Listed Rainforest. Enjoy breakfast at accommodation, take a swim or a walk along the Cape Tribulation Beach. You may also elect to add in other activities whilst in the area, including Beach Horseriding! 
 
Depart from Cape Tribulation in the late afternoon. On the way back from Cape Tribulation, stop at the Daintree River for your 1 Hour, fully guided Daintree River Cruise! The cruise will allow you to explore the river system whilst looking for birds and crocodiles along the way. Cross the Daintree River on cable ferry before making your way back to Cairns.

Please Note: On the last day of your package you will depart Cape Tribulation at approximately 4.00pm before arriving into Port Douglas Accommodation from 6.30pm and Cairns & Cairns Northern Beaches accommodation at approximately 7.30pm in the evening.
Package Includes
Rainforest Meets The Reef - 3 Day / 2 Night Tour including Half Day Ocean Safari 
  • Return coach transfers from Cairns & Cairns Northern Beaches accommodation
  • Air conditioned touring vehicles with fun, informative guides 
  • A short tour of Port Douglas via one of the most scenic coastal drives in Australia, the Captain Cook Highway
  • Port Douglas Wildlife Habitat with guided tour, see the endangered Cassowary and other wildlife including koalas & crocodiles
  • A delicious picnic lunch is included on way up to Cape Tribulation on first day of your package 
  • 2 nights accommodation at Cape Trib Beach House or Ferntrees Rainforest Resort with a hot breakast included on days 2 & 3
  • A morning Ocean Safari Half Day Great Barrier Reef Tour with free wetsuit hire & snorkelling equipment 
  • Free time to explore and relax and enjoy your time in Cape Tribulation
  • A 1 Hour fully guided Daintree River Wildlife Cruise  
  • Daintree River Cable Ferry Crossing
  • Dubuji boardwalk & Alexandra Range 
  • Cape Tribulation Beach 

Rates - Valid 01st of April 2019 to 31st of March 2020

Budget Option A - Cape Trib Beach House  - Dorm Cabin - Share Bathroom FacilitiesDorm rooms are perfect for budget travellers including backpackers, solo travellers and peer groups. There are also female-only rooms available. Cape Trib Beach House's shared rooms allow you to meet fellow travellers who are also exploring the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation area. All dorm accommodation is equipped with shared facilities including shared amenities with hot showers, a guest kitchen and guest laundry and the resort has restaurant facilities. 

  • Cape Trib Beach House - Dorm Rooms - AU$375.00 per person - Multi Share Accommodation

Important Booking Notes Please use the Booking Form's Comments Box on making a Reservation to indicate accommodation of your choice, e.g. Budget (Option A or B), Moderate (Option A or B) or Deluxe accommodation option.  
Budget Option B - Ferntrees Rainforest Resort  - Dorm Cabin - Share Bathroom FacilitiesDorm rooms are perfect for budget travellers including backpackers, solo travellers and peer groups. Ferntrees Rainforest Resort's four bed dorms have ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, ceiling fans in all rooms and a fridge. Traveller’s can enjoy the jungle gardens surrounding the rooms on their porch area with outdoor seating and the resort has laundry facilities and restaurant facilities.  

  • Ferntrees Rainforest Resort - Dorm Rooms - AU$375.00 per person - Multi Share Accommodation

Important Booking Notes Please use the Booking Form's Comments Box on making a Reservation to indicate accommodation of your choice, e.g. Budget (Option A or B), Moderate (Option A or B) or Deluxe accommodation option.  

Moderate Option A - Cape Trib Beach House - Escape or Mackay Cabin - Ensuite Bathroom FacilitiesEscape Rainforest cabins comprising of a double bed and two singles, are fully air condtioned with ensuite bathroom fridge, tea & coffee making facilities and shared balconies. Escape cabins can be used for family groups or for those wanting a triple bedding configuration.

Mackay Cabins are located only 3 minutes walk from the beach. The Mackay Cabins comprise of a king size bed or twin beds, are fully air-conditioned, with an ensuite bathroom, fridge, tea & coffee facilities and shared balconies .

  • Cape Trib Beach House - Escape or Mackay Cabin - AU$505.00 per person - Twin or Double Share Accommodation
  • Cape Trib Beach House - Escape or Mackay Cabin - Sole Occupancy - AU$665.00 per person

Important Booking Notes Please use the Booking Form's Comments Box on making a Reservation to indicate accommodation of your choice, e.g. Budget (Option A or B), Moderate (Option A or B) or Deluxe accommodation option.  
Moderate Option B - Ferntrees Rainforest Resort - Garden Loft Room - Ensuite Bathroom FacilitiesGarden Loft Rooms are a beautiful split level cabin immersed in the resort’s rainforest garden. The Garden Loft Rooms can sleep up to 4 persons. Garden Loft Rooms all feature air conditioning, ceiling fans, fridge, tea and coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy their private porch with outdoor seating among the sights and sounds of the rainforest. The resort offers laundry facilities and a restaurant

  • Ferntrees Rainforest Resort - Garden Loft Room - AU$505.00 per person - Twin or Double Share Accommodation
  • Ferntrees Rainforest Resort - Garden Loft Room - Sole Occupancy - AU$665.00 per person

Important Booking Notes Please use the Booking Form's Comments Box on making a Reservation to indicate accommodation of your choice, e.g. Budget (Option A or B), Moderate (Option A or B) or Deluxe accommodation option.  

Deluxe Option - Cape Trib Beach House - St Crispins Escape Cabin - Ensuite Bathroom FacilitiesSt Crispin's Cabins are the Cape Trib Beach House's deluxe cabin option, located only 20 metres from the beach with ocean view overlooking the verdant rainforest, these free standing private cabins comprise of a king size bed, are fully aircondtioned with private ensuite bathroom and come repelete with fridge, tea & coffee making facilities, telphone and private balconies

  • Cape Trib Beach House - St Crispins Cabin - Double Share (King Bed) - AU$585.00 per person
  • Cape Trib Beach House - St Crispins Cabin - Sole Occupancy - AU$830.00 per person

Important Booking Notes Please use the Booking Form's Comments Box on making a Reservation to indicate accommodation of your choice, e.g. Budget (Option A or B), Moderate (Option A or B) or Deluxe accommodation option.  
What To Bring 
  • Swimming costume & towel (you will need to have your swimming costume already on when you are picked up)
  • Change of dry clothes for trip home in air-conditioned coach
  • Casual clothing
  • Walking shoes
  • Swimwear, towel & sunscreen hat,
  • Water bottle and sunscreen
  • We recommend 400ASA film and flash for rainforest photography.
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