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Table of Contents
Community Facilities.........................................................................................................................................3
Ferry..................................................................................................................................................................5
Distances – driving (approx.)............................................................................................................................7
Dining Out / Groceries / Picnic Areas...............................................................................................................8
Tours & Activities............................................................................................................................................11
Walks...............................................................................................................................................................16
Swimming........................................................................................................................................................17
Arts & Crafts....................................................................................................................................................18
Special Needs.................................................................................................................................................19
Accommodation..............................................................................................................................................22
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Community Facilities
ATMsWonga Daintree Rd Caltex Wonga 4098 7616Cape Tribulation PK’s – two ATMs 4098 0040Diwan Rainforest Village 4098 9015Daintree Village Daintree Village Hotel 4098 6146
Boat RampsPublic Wharf, near Ferry CrossingTown Common, near Daintree Village Jetty
Car Hire / Vehicle AccessThere is a sealed road from the ferry all the way through to the Cape Tribulation Beach House. It is suitable for all vehicles – a 4WD vehicle is not required.
The road is unsealed through to Emmagen Creek, which is the start of the Bloomfield Track and is suitable for 2WDs although you need to check with you hire car company.
The Bloomfield Track is strictly 4WD only and during the wet season can become impassable. There are no saltwater crossings, but several water crossings, and steep sections. Conditions can change rapidly, especially during heavy and monsoonal rainfall. Check with Mossman Police, Wujal Wujal Police and/or Douglas Shire Council for updates, or go to http://dashboard.douglas.qld.gov.au/
ChemistsLiveLife Anich’s Pharmacy – 10 Front St Mossman 4098 1242Daintree Pharmacy 3/1 Daintree Road, Wonga Beach 4098 7724Opening Hours: Mon – Fri - 8:30am to 5pm Sat - 8:30am to 11am
Churches Baptist Church, 35 Cedars Street, North Mossman 4098 2220Catholic Church Grogan St Mossman 4098 2001
Community HallOsborne St, Daintree Village
Dump Points
A free public use dump point for sewerage only is located in Teamsters Park, Captain Cook Highway, Craiglie.Latitude: - 16.539663; Longitude: 145.469684.
A free caravan and recreational vehicle (RV) Dump Point for sewerage only, is located in the car park area of the Mossman Riverside Leisure Park, 1 Park Street, Mossman. Latitude: - 16.455227550125315; Longitude: 145.37193869953626.
FuelCaltex Wonga – Daintree Rd Wonga Beach 4098 7616Rainforest Village – Diwan 4098 9015
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Medical Centres Cow Bay Primary Health Centre Tea Tree Road, Diwan Open Monday to Friday 4098 9296Mountain View Medical Centre, Front St Mossman 4098 1711Mossman Medical Centre, Front St Mossman 4098 1248Mossman Hospital – 24 hours - Hospital St, Mossman 4084 1200
PoliceEmergencies 000Queensland Police – Mossman 4098 2177
Post Office Mail delivery Tuesday and FridayPost Office Agency—Daintree Village Hotel – daily mail 4098 6246Mason’s Store – Cape Tribulation - sells postal items 4098 0070Rainforest Village - Diwan for postal purchases 4098 9015
Power /ElectricityMains power south of the Daintree Ferry No mains power north of the Daintree Ferry (exception is some residences in Forest Creek)All residents produce power independently using generators, solar panels or hydro turbines.
Public TransportSun Palm Coaches daily services Port Douglas to Cairns 4099 1191Coral Reef Coaches daily services Mossman to Cairns 4098 2600 (24hrs)Country Road Coaches Cairns/Cape Trib/Cooktown Mon/Wed/Fri 4045 2794
Cooktown/Cape Trib/Cairns – Tue/Thu/Sat
RACQBurmack’s, Mill St Mossman 4098 2848Perry RW Cow Bay 24/7 4098 9037
SchoolsDaintree State School - Osborne St, Daintree VillageAlexandra Bay State School - DiwanMiallo State School - Miallo Road, MialloWonga Beach State School, Wonga Beach
TelecommunicationsSatellite broadband or Next G networkVery limited mobile coverage north of Daintree River (Next G gives best coverage)Telstra coverage in Daintree Village very good but No Vodaphone Public Telephones- Stewart St, Daintree Village- Rainforest Village, Diwan- Airstrip, Cow Bay- PK’s Jungle Village, Cape Tribulation- Turtle Rock Café, Cape Tribulation
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Ferry
Open: 5am to 12 midnight dailyRestricted hours: Christmas Day
Timetable: The Ferry has no set times, it continuously travels backwards and forwards as required.
River Crossing Time; If the ferry leaves immediately upon your arrival, 8 minutes If you’ve just missed the ferry it will take 20 minutes. During the peak tourist season there are often delays crossing the ferry. Particularly between 10am and noon travelling north and between 3pm to 5pm travelling south. If you want to avoid the queues, plan to travel before 10am and spend the whole day exploring the rainforest and beaches, have dinner at one of the many restaurants and travel back in the evening. The ferry operates right up until midnight.
Fees: EFTPOS is available at the ferry all hours.
Vehicle Descriptio Ooe Way Returo
Mitir Car & Utlites (private use) $17.00 $30.00Buses 6 ti 10 seats $18.00 $32.00Buses 11 ti 20 seats $31.00 $62.00Buses 21+ seats $50.00 $98.00Liceosed Public Traospirt buses $ 9.00 $17.00Schiil Buses $ 9.00 $15.00Passeoger, Bicycles & Pedestriaos $ 1.00 $ 2.00Mitir Bikes $ 7.00 $12.00Trailers $ 6.00 $11.00Machioery $11.00 $19.00
Mult Day Pass (5 returo car /( ute trips) $59.00Ratepayer & Resideots Ciocessiio Card $17.00Ratepayers aod resideots betweeo Bliimfeld River aod Black Miuotaio turoif (ioc. Wujal Wujal) $40.00
Payment: Pay at the Ferry Booth, which operates from 8.30am to 5pm.Outside of these times pay on the Ferry. EFTPOS is available at all times.
Priority Lane: During the peak tourist season (June to October) an additional lane is open between 9am and 4:30pm to allow local residents to meet their normal commitments such as work and school.
Emergencies: Ferry 0438 987 536
Safety: Everyone must stay in their vehicles while travelling on the Ferry. At night, while waiting, please turn off headlights as the glare makes it difficult for the ferry driver to position the ramp. While waiting for the ferry, please keep away from the water’s edge as there are crocodiles in the Daintree River.
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FNQ Residents Residents from the Douglas Shire, Mareeba Shire, Tablelands, Cairns, CassowaryCoast and Cook Shires may get a Douglas Card for free access on the Daintree ferry for five months from 1 November to 28 February each year. The card also allows for two adults to travel on the Mossman Gorge Shuttle bus during the sameperiod. Application forms are available from Douglas Shire Council’s website, Council’s Mossman Administration Building, the Mossman Library and the Port Douglas library kiosk.
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Distances – driving (approx.)
Cairns to:Port Douglas 1 Hour 70 kmMossman 1 Hour 20 min 85 kmDaintree River 1 Hour 40 min 110 kmCow Bay 2 Hours 130 kmCooper Creek 2 Hours 10 min 140 kmCape Tribulation 2 Hours 30 min 160 km - allow 3 hours 15 mins in peak season
Port Douglas to:Cairns 1 Hour 70 kmMossman 20 min 15 kmDaintree River 1 Hour 40 kmCow Bay 1 Hour 10 min 50 kmCooper Creek 1 Hour 40 min 60 kmCape Tribulation 1 Hour 50 min 90 km – allow 2 hours 15 mins in peak season
Daintree Village to:Cow Bay 45 minutesDiwan 55 minutesCape Tribulation 1 hour 15 minutesMossman 30 minutesPort Douglas 45 minutesCairns 90 minutes
Daintree Ferry to:Cow Bay 20 minutesDiwan 30 minutesCape Tribulation 50 minutes
Cow Bay to:Cooper Creek 20 minutesCape Tribulation 30 minutes
Cape Tribulation to:Bloomfield 60 minutesMossman 70 minutesPort Douglas 90 minutesCairns 2 Hours 30 min
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Dining Out / Groceries / Picnic Areas
NB. In the quiet season – November to May – some businesses close or reduce their hours. Please call ahead and make a booking to be sure.
Venue & Location Contact Breakfast Lunch Dinner LicensedCape Tribulation
Cape Trib Farm 4098 0042www.capetribfarm.com.au Seasonal exotic fruit available at the farm gate No
Cape Tribulation Beach House Bistro
4098 0030www.capetribbeach.com.au 7am – 10am 12pm – 2pm 6pm – 8pm Yes
Cassowary Café (Ferntree Rainforest Lodge)
4098 0000www.ferntreerainforestlodge.com.auinfo@ferntreerainforestlodge.com.au
7am – 9am –light tropical
breakfast buffetCLOSED From 6pm Yes
`Daintree Bar(Ferntree Rainforest Lodge)
4098 0000www.ferntreerainforestlodge.com.auinfo@ferntreerainforestlodge.com.au
Daily 10am-5pm. Thursdays 10am till 12 midnight- Thursdaynights Pool comp & Pizza Night Yes
Friendly Grocer Cape Tribulation
4098 0100www.fgcapetrib@westnet.com.au
Seasonal Hours - Open all dayLocated next door to PKs Backpacker No
Mason’s Café 4098 0070www.masonstours.com.au/cafe 10am – 4pm Seasonal 6 – 8pm Yes
PK’s Jungle Village 4098 0040www.pksjunglevillage.com.au 7:30am – 10am
12pm – 2pm 6pm – 8:30pmYes
Pizzas all dayThe Sandbar (Cape Tribulation Camping)
4098 0077www.capetribcamping.com.au Dinner Only 5pm – 8pm Yes
Turtle Rock Café 4098 0185www.turtlerockcafe.com.au 8am – 10am 10am - 5pm 5.30 -8.00
June – Oct (only) Yes
Whet Cafe Bar Restaurant
4098 0007www.whet.net.au 11am –5.30pm 6pm – 8.30pm Yes
Thornton BeachCJ’s Bar and Café 4098 9004 9am – 5pm 9am - 5pm YesDiwanOn The Turps (Heritage Lodge & Spa)
Turpentine Road 4098 9321www.heritagelodge.net.au
12pm – 2pm 6pm – 8pm Yes
Cycad’s Restaurant (Daintree Wilderness Lodge)
4098 9105www.daintreewildernesslodge.com.au
In House Guests Only6pm – 7:30pm Yes
Daintree Peak Eco Stays
22 Ironbark Rd Diwan4098 9002www.daintreepeaksecostays.com
10am – 8pm Yes
Lync Haven RainforestRetreat
4098 9155www.lynchaven.com.au
7.30am–10:30am 11:30pm – 4pm 6pm – 7.30pm Yes
Spirit of Daintree 1882 Cape Tribulation Road4098 9176 9am to 4pm No
Cow BayDaintree Discovery Centre
4098 9171www.daintree-rec.com.au All day dining 8.30am – 5pm No
Daintree Crocodylus 4098 9166www.daintreecrocodylus.com.au 7am – 10am 12pm – 2pm 6pm–7.30pm Yes
Cow Bay Hotel 4098 9011 12pm – 2pm 6pm – 8pm Yes
Daintree VillageCroc Xpresso 4098 6120 From 7:30am to 3pm BYODaintree Tea House 4098 6161 Group Bookings only – Please call 4098 6161Daintree Village Hotel 4098 6146 10am – 8.30pm Yes
Julaymba Restaurant (Eco Lodge)
4098 6100www.daintree-ecolodgecom.au 8am – 10am Closed 6pm – 8pm Yes
Bruce Belcher & Son Daintree River Café
4098 7717 or 0395 893 702www.daintreerivercruises.com Buffet lunch 12 to 2:30pm daily. Jun/Jul/Aug/Sept only Yes
Wonga BeachDaintree Wild Zoo 4098 7272 8.30am – 4pm
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www.daintreewild.com.auMialloHigh Falls Riverside Restaurant
4098 8231 www.highfallsfarm.com.auOld Forestry Road Miallo
Lunch 11am -2.30pm Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Closed Feb/Mar/AprYes
Silky Oaks Lodge Reservations: 4098 1666.Silky Oaks Lodge welcomes children 8 years and over
We welcome guests who are not staying at the lodge by priorreservation only.
Yes
Diet – Special NeedsThis is just a guideline and was correct at the time of printing. Always discuss your dietary requirements directly with the providers.
CJ’s Bar and Café caters for vegetarians and gluten intolerant people Cockatoo Hill retreat caters for gluten free, vegetarian or any dietary requirements Crocs Café at Daintree Crocodylus caters for any dietary requirement for house guests.Cow Bay Homestay caters for any dietary requirementCycad Restaurant (In-House Guests only) gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options available 7 days a week by prior arrangement.Daintree Discovery Centre Cafe has vegetarian and gluten free options for lunch.Daintree Village Restaurant caters for vegetarian and gluten free dietsJulaymba Restaurant at Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa caters for all dietary needs on request. Vegetarian options are on the menu.Lync-Haven Rainforest Retreat – restaurant has vegetarian, vegan and gluten free meals Mason’s Café has vegetarian and gluten free options On the Turps at Heritage Lodge has a vegetarian menu available 7 days a week.Turtle Rock Café has both vegan/vegetarian options as well as gluten free options.Whet Restaurant in Cape Tribulation has both gluten free & vegetarian menus available 7 days a week.
Ice CreamDaintree Ice Cream and Tropical Fruit Orchard - Open 11am – 5pmFloravilla Ice cream Factory & Art Gallery - Open 8.30am – 5.30pm
Tea PlantationDaintree Tea can be purchased at local shops. There is a display show-casing the history of the tea farm atthe front of the property and local tea can be purchased. However the actual tea farm is not open to public.
The Tea Chest – quality hand blended tea created and packaged in the Daintree. Authentic Chai, Herbal Teas and Australian Bush Teas are available at local shops. For sales contact: sales@theteachest.com.au
Grocery PurchasesCape Tribulation Mason’s Store Groceries and Takeaway Alcohol
Friendly Grocer, next to PK’s BackpackersDiwan Rainforest Village IGAMossman Scomazzon’s Organic Fruit and Vegetables – local fruit specialist
(cash only)
Fresh FruitCape Tribulation Cape Trib Farm – seasonal exotic fruits at farm gateDaintree Village Fruit stall – Papaws, passionfruit in season, limes.
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Picnic LocationsCape Tribulation Dubuji Boardwalk has picnic tables and toilets
Kulki at Cape Tribulation Beach has picnic tables and toiletsThornton Beach Picnic tablesCow Bay Beach Picnic tables and toiletsCow Bay Jindalba Boardwalk has picnic tables and toilets.Daintree Ferry Picnic tables and toilets, boat ramp and pontoonDaintree Village Town Common, near boat ramp and jetty – picnic tables and toilets
Osborn St, near Community Hall – picnic tables and toiletsPioneer Park – Picnic tables and BBQ (free) beside waterfall
Wonga Beach Southern end there are picnic tables and BBQ
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Tours & Activities
There are over 45 different activities including Daintree River cruises, rainforest canopy tours, snorkelling and fishing tours to the Great Barrier Reef, guided and unguided walks, yoga retreats, spas, horse riding, barramundi fishing, bird watching tours, fruit tasting, 4WD tours, insect museum, artgalleries and several wildlife displays.
In the following pages, the activities are listed in the following categories:
4WD Tours Attractions ATV Tours Birdwatching Tours Bike riding Tours Fishing Trips Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling Tours Guided Walking Tours Horse Riding Paddle Boarding Rainforest Canopy Tours River Cruises – Cooper Creek and Daintree River – two locations Spas Tourist Information Yoga Classes Zoos
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4WD AdventuresCompany Location Contact Description TimesD’Arcy of Daintree Cape Tribulation 0402 849 249
www.darcyofdaintree.com.auCape Trib – CooktownCape Trib –Bloomfield
Full DayHalf Day
Mason’s tours Private Guide Cape Tribulation 4098 0070
lawrence@masontours.com.auGuided day 4WD tours to Bloomfield Falls
Any dayAny time
Walkabout Tours Daintree Village 4098 3003www.daintree-ecolodge.com.au
Indigenous guide Full DayHalf Day
Bloomfield Track – self drive
Road from Cape Tribulation to Wujal Wujal
“Bloomfield Track Experience Guide” e-book explains the spectacular 33km journey from Cape Tribulation to Bloomfield Falls. https://douglas.qld.gov.au/road-conditions/bloomfield-track/
The CREB Track runs between the Daintree River and China Camp
Extreme 4WD Track maintained by Douglas Shire Council. The whole southern half of the CREB track goes through Daintree rainforest, which makes a lot of this track so beautiful. The starting point is 10 kilometres past Daintree Village on Upper Daintree Road and it finishes at China Camp and Kija (Roaring Meg Falls). For official road open/closure visit https://douglas.qld.gov.au/road-conditions/creb-track/For unofficial road conditions, visit www.facebook.com/CREB.Track.conditions/ or call PJ on 4060 3136
AttractionsCompany Location Contact Description Times
Daintree Discovery Centre Cow Bay 4098 9171
www.daintree-rec.com.au
Aerial Walkway, 23m Canopy Tower and Dinosaurs in the Jurassic Forest! Daily 8.30am– 5pm
Daintree Ice Cream and Tropical Fruit Orchard, Diwan Open 11am – 5pm
Daintree Tea Cow BayRoad side stall has photos of the complete tea making process and history of the tea farm. Daintree tea may be purchased at the roadside stall with an honesty box and at local shops. The farm is not open to the public
Daintree Wild Zoo Wonga Beach 4098 7272www.daintreewild.com.au
Wildlife ZooAccess to zoo 50% off with accommodation
Daily 8:30am – 4:30pm
Cape Trib Farm Exotic Fruit Tasting Cape Tribulation 4098 0042
www.dapetribfarm.com.au
1½ hr fruit tasting of exotic fruit from around the globe & walk through the orchard
2pmMon/Wed/Fri/Sat/Sun
Highfalls Farm Riverside Restaurant
Whyanbeel Valley
4098 8231 www.highfallsfarm.com.au
Lunch 11.30 - 2.30 Thursday, Friday, Saturday and SundayAvailable for functions and seats 100 comfortably.
Flora Villa Cow Bay4098 9100www.floraartgallery.com.au
Ice Cream Factory featuring exotic fruits – 26 Flavours Art Gallery featuring Betty Hinton’s watercolours of Flora and Fauna
Daily8:30am to 5:30pm
Jungle Bugs and Butterflies Diwan 4098 9045
www.daintreemuseum.com.au
Best private collection of butterfliesand beetles in the Southern Hemisphere
Daily10am – 4pm
Lync Haven Diwan 4098 9155www.lynchaven.com.au Wildlife on display Daily 7.30am – 7.30pm
Jungle Adventure Centre Cape Tribulation 4098 0190 Check in for Jungle Surfing & gift
shop Daily 8am-5.30pm
Sweet Farm Tours Miallo 4098 8134www.sweetfarmtours.com
Tour through a working cocoa & sugar cane farm showing process from farm to plateChocolate tastings
5 days a week 9:30am to 4pmClosed Monday & Sunday
Wildlife HabitatPort DouglasCaptain Cook Highway
4099 3235www.wildlifehabitat.com.au
Cuddle a Koala, meet pythons, crocodiles, amazing Australian birds and handfeed kangaroos. Breakfast with the Birds, Lunch with the Lorikeets or Picnic with theParrots! #1 Zoo in NQ on Trip Advisor.
Open daily 8am – 5pm Breakfast with the Birds8am to 10:30Lunch with the Lorikeets12 to 2pm
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ATV ToursCompany Location Contact Description TimesCape Trib Horse Rides Cape Tribulation 1 800 111 124
cthrbookings@gmail.com
Quad bike eco walksThe 2 hour adventure incorporates 2 walks at different stages.Our tracks are designed for all levels of driving abilities, and can see customers able to fully immerse themselves in the rainforest and capture that Jurassic vibe.Refreshment are provided and th opportunity to take a dip in our private fresh water lagoon See all types of fauna and flora. ,
Daintree Riverview Lodge Daintree Village Sally or Pete Cattle farm and rainforest tour on 6 wheel ATV
On request
Bird watching ToursCompany Location Contact Description TimesDaintree Boatman Nature Tours Daintree River 0417 651 929
www.daintreerivertours.com.au Sunrise/Sunset 2 hours 6:30am and 4pm
Daintree River Wild Watch Daintree River 4098 7068www.daintreeriverwildwatch.com.au Sunrise/sunset 2 hours 6:30am
and 4pm
Dan Irby’s Mangrove Adventures Daintree River
4090 7017Mangrove.adventures@gmail.comwww.mangroveadventures.com.au
2 hour day and night Spotlighting Tours
6:30am and 4pm
Mick’s Bird watching Cruises – Daintree River Daintree River 4098 6115 Sunrise/sunset 3hrs
Red Mill House Daintree Village 4098 6233www.redmillhouse.com.au On request
FishingCompany Location Contact Description Times
Daintree River Fishing Daintree River 4098 6111 www.daintreefishing.com.au inshore, reefs & wrecks Half days
or full days
Fishing on the Daintree Daintree River 4090 7638www.jamiesdaintreefishing.com river, coast & reef
Hook A Barra Wonga Beach 4098 7117www.hookabarra.com
Fishing by the hour, tackleand bait provided.
7 days - open 9 to 5
Great Barrier Reef Snorkelling ToursCompany Location Contact Description Times
Ocean Safari Cape Tribulation4098 0006E: tours@oceansafari.com.auwww.oceansafari.com.au
Half day reef snorkelling tours Departs Cape Trib – pick up from accommodation available.
8:00am & 12 noon
Horse RidingCompany Location Contact Description Times
Cape Tribulation Horse Rides Cape Tribulation 1 800 111 124
cthrbookings@gmail.com
3 tours daily Beach & Rainforest Ride
8am, 11:00am & 2:30pm
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Paddle boardingLocation Contact Description Times
Mossman River windswell.com.au0427 498 042
Guided stand up paddle boarding tour exploring the wet tropics rainforests
Runs twice daily, 9am and 2pm.
Rainforest Canopy ToursCompany Location Contact Description Times
Daintree Discovery Centre Cow Bay 4098 9171www.daintree-rec.com.au
Aerial Boardwalk & Canopy Tower Daily 9am – 5pm
Jungle Surfing Cape Tribulation 4098 0043www.junglesurfing.com.au
Ziplines and tree platform tour
Daily 2hrs 8am – 5:30pm
River Cruises - Cooper Creek & DaintreeCompany Location Contact Description Times
Bruce Belcher’s River Cruises
Daintree River2km past Ferry Turnoff on way to Daintree Village
4098 7717 One cruise operates throughout the day
Daily 9.30am to 4.00pm
Cape Tribulation Wilderness Cruises Cooper Creek 4098 9126 or 0457 731000
www.capetribcruises.com
Cruise on World Heritage Cooper CreekNight cruises by arrangement
Daily10:30am; 11:30 and 2pm
Crocodile Express Daintree Village & Daintree Ferry
4098 6120info@daintreeconnection.com.auwww.crocodileexpress.com
One hour wildlife cruises operate throughout the day at each end of the Daintree River
Daily at Ferry crossing10am – 3.30pmDaily in Village 8:30am –3:30pm
Daintree Boatman Nature Tours Daintree River 0417 651 929
www.daintreerivertours.com.au
Sunrise/Sunset 2 hours. 10 passengersonly
Daily 6:30am – 8:30am and 4pm to 6pm
Daintree River Cruise Centre Daintree River 4098 6115
One hour wildlife cruises operate throughout the day
Daily 9.30am – 4pm
Daintree River Wild Watch Daintree Village 0447 734 933www.daintreeriverwildwatch.com.au
Special 4-seater boat available for photographers. 6.30am & 4pm
Dan Irby’s Mangrove Adventures Daintree River
4090 7017Mangrove.adventures@gmail.comwww.mangroveadventures.com.au
2 hours early morning – all day – sunset / spotlighting
Mick’s Bird Watching Cruises – Daintree River Daintree River 4098 6115 Sunrise/sunset 3hrs
Solar WhisperDaintree River at the ferry crossing
4098 7131One hour wildlife cruises operate throughout the day
Daily 9.30am – 3.30pm
Spas & MassagesCompany Location Contact Description Times
Daintree Eco Lodge & Spa Daintree Village 4098 6100www.daintree-ecolodge.com.au
Massages, facials, full body treatments and Vichy shower
Daily – bookings essential
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Tourist InformationCompany Location Contact TimesDaintree Discovery Centre – Wet Tropics Visitor Info Centre Cow Bay 4098 9171 Open daily
8.30am – 5pmDaintree Tourist Information Centre Daintree Village 4098 6120 Open daily 8.30am – 4pm
Jungle Adventure Centre Cape Tribulation 4098 0190 Open daily 9.00am-5.30pm
Mason's Store Cape Tribulation 4098 0070 Open daily 10.00am – 5pm
Rainforest Village Diwan 4098 9015 Open daily 9.00am – 5pm
Safari Lodge Cape Tribulation 4098 0006 Open daily 8:00am-5.30pm
Wildlife Habitat - Wet Tropics Information Centre Port Douglas 4099 3235
Open daily 8.00am – 5pm(excluding ANZAC and Christmas Day)
Walking Tours (Also refer to Walks section for more information)Company Contact Description Times
Jungle Adventure Centre 4098 0190adventure@junglesurfing.com.au
2 hour guided rainforest night walk Tours depart at 7pm
Daintree Village 4098 6100www.daintree-ecolodge.com.au Rainforest walk Daily
.Yoga ClassesCompany Location Contact Description Times
Yoga Studio Wonga Beach 0419 027 807info@daintreeyoga.com
Private classes available in your home or guesthouse or in our private studioFully trained, international qualifications.
Thursday 6.30pm Wonga Beach
Fridays at 10amSaturdays 9am Mossman
Prema Shanti Yoga & Meditation Retreat Diwan 4098 9006
www.premashanti.com Booking required
ZoosCompany Location Contact Description Times
Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas4099 3235Wildlifehabit.com.au
Wildlife immersion exhibit - an open and interactive environment for guests and animals to mingle. Visitors wander along elevated boardwalks, observingup close a huge range of flora and fauna as birds fly and roam freely
Open daily 8.00am – 5pmBreakfast with theBirds8am to 10:30Lunch with the Lorikeets12 to 2pm
Daintree Wild Zoo Wonga Beach 4098 7272daintreewild.com.au Wildlife Zoo Daily
8:30am – 4:30pm
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Walks
Walks – Guided and Self-GuidedCompany Location Contact Description Times
Daintree Discovery Centre Cow Bay 4098 9171www.daintree-rec.com.au
Aerial Boardwalk & Canopy Tower
Daily 9am – 5pm
Crocodylus Cow Bay 4098 9166www.daintreecrocodylus.com.au Night Walks 8PM-10PM
Jungle Adventure Centre Cape Tribulation 4098 0043www.junglesurfing.com.au
Two hour rainforest night walk on natural trails. Nightly
Nightly
Walks – Free Self-Guided (Pick up a copy of Daintree Walks Booklet for $2 for more walksand description.)
Name LocationDifficulty Distance
Time(return)
Cape Kimberley Cape Kimberley Easy 5km 1.5hr
Cape Tribulation to Emmagen Creek Cape Tribulation Easy 5km 2.5hr
Daintree Village Daintree Village – past water tower Moderate .5km 15 min
Daintree Village Historical WalkDaintree Village - brochures available at tour desks
Easy .7km 20 min
Dubuji Boardwalk Cape Tribulation Easy 1.3km 30min
Emmagen Creek (Swimming Hole) Cape Tribulation Easy 0.8km 24min
Jindalba Boardwalk - short Cow Bay Easy 0.7km 18min
Jindalba Boardwalk - long Cow Bay Moderate 3km 2-3 hours
Kulki Boardwalk Cape Tribulation Easy 0.8km 12min
Manjal Jimalji Trail Whyanbeel Hard 10.6km 8 hours
Marrdja Boardwalk Cape Tribulation Easy 1.1km 36min
Mount Sorrow Ridge Cape Tribulation Strenuous 7km 7hr
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SwimmingBe crocwise in croc country – Refer Below
During summer months (usually November to May but the season may differ by a matter of months depending on weather conditions) it is not advisable to swim in the ocean without seeking advice from localoperators as stinging jellyfish may be present.
Throughout the year, it is always advisable to consult with local information centres and/or with local operators before entering waterways, and at all times avoid creek mouths, tributaries and the Daintree River or any other area where Crocodile warning signs are present.
Below is a list of swimming holes in the Daintree:
Cape TribulationMason’s Water Hole (gold coin entry fee)Emmagen Creek Water Hole
Cow BayHutchinson Creek Water Hole
Crocwise in croc countryCrocodiles are potentially dangerous. Never take unnecessary risks in crocodile habitat. Everyone is responsible for their own safety, so please follow these guidelines and be crocwise in croc country.
Obey crocodile signs—they are there for your own protection. Never swim in water where crocodiles may live, even if there is no warning sign present. When fishing, always stand a few metres back from the water’s edge and never stand on logs
or branches overhanging the water. Never clean fish or discard fish scraps near the water’s edge or at boat ramps. Stay well back from any crocodile slide marks. Crocodiles may still be close and may approach
people and boats. Never dangle your arms or legs over the side of a boat. If you fall out of a boat, get out of the
water as quickly as possible. Never provoke, harass or interfere with crocodiles—even small ones. Never feed crocodiles—it is illegal and dangerous. Camp at least two metres above the high water mark and at least 50 metres from the water’s
edge. Avoid places where native animals and domestic stock drink. Never leave food scraps at your campsite. Always check that previous campers have left no
food scraps. Never prepare food, wash dishes or pursue any other activities near the water’s edge or
adjacentsloping banks.
Be more aware of crocodiles during the breeding season—September to April.
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Arts & Crafts
Floravilla Art Gallery 4098 9100 Betty Hinton watercolours
Assorted Jewelllery 4098 9171 Daintree Discovery CentreCow Bay
Julaymba Restaurant Bar & Art Gallery 4098 6100 Daily 8am till lateDaintree Eco Lodge
Jungle Bugs and Butterflies 4098 9045 Gallery with Stephen Lamond’s timber and Artwork Diwan and other local artists for sale
Marina Gurtzis Handcrafted Jewellery 0410 558 279 Available at Mossman and Port Douglas markets
Rainforest Hideaway Sculpture Trail 4098 0108 Walk through Rainforest Hideaway garden whereRainforest Hideaway, Cape Tribulation owners have created a series of sculptures. 10am -5pm
Jungle Adventure Centre, 4098 0190 Gift shop featuring local made arts, crafts and Cape Tribulation designs.
Whyanbeel Valley Studio and Gallery 4098 8017 May to December 10am to 4pmThis rainforest studio and gallery is stocked with unique and individual artworks, crafted by local artists. Amazing gifts, beautiful homewares, art glass, jewellery and sculptures.
Wildlife HabitatCaptain Cook Highway 4099 3235 Gifts - Daily 8am to 5pmPort Douglas .
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Special Needs
Wheelchair friendly
Cape Trib Farmstay has one cabin suitable for wheelchairs.Daintree Village Hideaway B&B has wheelchair-friendly bungalowDubuji, Kulki and Mardja boardwalks are suitable for wheelchairs.Daintree Discovery Centre has wheelchair access from the entry point, across aerial walkway to Display Centre and the base of the Canopy Tower.Daintree Eco Lodge restaurant has wheelchair accessDaintree Village Hotel has wheelchair accessDaintree Wild Zoo has wheelchair accessHookabarra is wheelchair friendlyJungle Bugs and Butterflies - drive right up to the front door - wheelchair access throughout.Lync-Haven Rainforest Retreat – restaurant and accommodation are wheel chair accessibleMason’s Store and Café have wheelchair accessRed Mill House has one wheelchair accessible roomSolar Whisper Wildlife Cruises can accommodate standard wheelchairs.Whet Restaurant has wheelchair access. Wildlife Habitat is wheelchair friendly
Special Dietary requirements
See notes under Dining Out / Groceries / Picnic Areas.
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Interesting Facts The journey from the Daintree River to Cape Tribulation is one of the most scenic drives in the world, passing through World Heritage Rainforest and the Daintree National Park.
The Great Barrier Reef is the closest to Australia at Cape Tribulation. Captain Cook ran aground here, hence the name Cape Tribulation.
The road to Cape Tribulation follows the Aboriginal walking trails. There were once 200-300 Kuku Yalanji people living in the region, who had an abundant food supply from the rainforest and the reef.
The varied habitats of the Daintree region make it a birdwatchers' paradise with over 200 species of birds present, 11 of which are endemic to Queensland's Wet Tropics.
The Cow Bay rainforest has been classified as An Outstanding Cassowary Habitat Zone by scientific researchers Crome and Moore in 1993. In the lowland and swamps of western Cow Bay the population density of cassowaries is as high asin the best habitats in Mission Beach. This means that you have a good chance of sighting a cassowary while on the Daintree Coast.
The Daintree Coast community is the largest renewable energy community in Australia. Thereis no grid-connected electrical power and more than 300 households depend on renewable energysystems.
The rainforest in the Daintree is believed to be the oldest rainforest in the world having been continuously covered by rainforest for more than 135 million years. During the Ice Age, when the climate was cooler and drier than it is today, the Australian rainforests retreated and survived in small moist pockets which have existed continuously for over 100 million years. The Daintree is one such refuge, where the rainforest is believed to be more than 135 million years old – one of the most ancient and primitive in the world. Many species in this rainforest originated when Australia was part of Gondwana, more than 120 million years ago.
In 1770 Captain Cook was sailing the Endeavour up the east coast, and making a chart of the coastline. He struck a reef about 40 kilometres northeast of Cape Tribulation, now called the Endeavour Reef, and he named the point he had charted earlierin the day “Cape Tribulation because here began all our troubles.”
Home to the blockade of 1983-4. For many years the Councils of Cooktown and Douglas Shire (as well as many residents in between) had been chafing against the fact that there was no coastal road connection between Daintree and Bloomfield (and thus to Cooktown). Several attempts to push a road through were made, in the 60s and 70s, the last ending as a walking track (which it was hoped would be a major tourist draw card to the area). Thatwas not to be; funded by BiCentennial grant money, the Douglas Shire (pushed by the pro-development Premier, Joh Bjelke-Petersen) started pushing the road through in 1983.
This activated the first of the famous Tribulation Blockades, which brought the world's attention to this unique area 'where the rainforest meets the reef', and moves were soon started to have the entire Wet Tropics declared as a World Heritage Area. Despite a determined effort, the road went through in 1984, but ironically heavy rains at the opening, meant that the dignitaries had to be airlifted out of bogged vehicles.
The resultant road, "The Bloomfield Track" has required enormous investment to stabilise it, and theimpact of its construction on the coastal fringing coral reef is still being assessed. It is however, considered a top 4WD drive experience.
Moves for World Heritage Listing were ferociously opposed by the then Queensland Government, but were overridden by the Commonwealth Governmentand the Wet Tropics area was declared World Heritage in 1990.
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Tiny funky little Daintree Village started as a settlement created in the 1870s by timber-cutters and is now an unspoilt oasis in the midst of some of the loveliest and most varied scenery in thefar north of Queensland. Today low-impact tourism and sustainable cattle and tropical fruit-farming in the beautiful valleys beyond the Village form the lifeblood of this laid-back little township.
The Daintree River was only discovered by Europeans in 1873 when Scottish geologist and explorer George Elphinstone Dalrymple named the river and the first settlement, Daintree Village, after Queensland's Agent-General in London, Richard Daintree. Before the road to Mossman was completed in 1933, Daintree Village was an inland port with the only access being by river. The Village gave its name to the famous World Heritage-listed Daintree NationalPark which stretches between Mossman Gorge in the south and the Bloomfield River in the north.
The lower Daintree River estuary is home to an amazing diversity of life-forms both marine and terrestrial, with more than 150 fish species and over 100 crustaceans. The lower estuary is an important fuel-stop for visiting migratory waders and is home to numerous resident birds including up to eight kingfisher types. There are 30 mangrove species in this single estuary making it perhaps the most species-rich mangrove estuary in the world. The estuary certainly has more species than anywhere else in Australia which has 38 in total. Australian mangroves are recognised as the wildest and best preserved in the world, with more than half the world’s 72 species represented.
There are two species of crocodiles in Australia, the Saltwater and Freshwater species, and only the "salties" inhabit the Daintree River. Its scientific name is Crocodylus Porosus and its habitat ranges throughout the Indo Pacific regions. Crocodile-watching tours are conducted in the conservation zone of the river, which means feeding of crocodiles is not allowed
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Accommodation
Whyanbeel
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
The Artist's Residence at Whyanbeel Valley Studio and Gallery.
whyanbeelgallery.com.au/ 4 bedroom holiday home which sleeps8 people
2 night minimum stay
Wonga Beach
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Beachfront House http://beachfront.daintree.info/
5-bedroom home sleeps 10 comfortably, has 2 bathrooms and 3 separate sitting areas. The open plan lounge dining area has ocean views and a clear view of the pool area.
Located on the Esplanade just a stones throw from beautiful Wonga Beach. Outside is a privateentertaining area, BBQ & salt water pool. DVD library, books, board games, puzzles & dart board. The fully equipped kitchen has a dishwasher & microwave.
Daintree Wild4098 7272www.daintreewild.com.au Bed and Breakfast in a zoo!
Restaurant on siteContinental Breakfast included in rateAccess to zoo 50% off with accommodation
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Pinnacle Village Holiday Park
4098 7566www.pinnaclevillage.com Villas, cabins and units
From $90/night
Beachside & Store on siteSwimming poolCooking facilities
Min 2 night stayCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Reef Cottage 0409 518 25570 Marlin Drive, Wonga Beach
Holiday house for up to 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Air con., close to beach, deep plunge pool Min 5 night stay
Wonga Beach Caravan Park
4098 7514wongabeachcaravanpark@gmail.com
Powered and unpowered sites. Beachfront camping, laundry and happy hour from 5pm.
Daintree Village
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Cloud 9www.daintreecloud9.com0437 632 137info@daintreecloud9.com
Holiday house; sleeps 6 in three bedrooms
Timber features, 6 metre ceiling, well equipped kitchen and 18 metre viewing deck. A sunbathing terrace, complete with reclining chairs and al fresco shower.
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Eco Lodge and Spa
4098 6100www.daintree-ecolodge.com.au
Unique, luxury accommodation in tree houses
Range of breakfast optionsGuided walksAl fresco dining breakfast and dinner
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Riverview Lodge
0409 627 434www.daintreeriverview.com
Camping, caravans, ensuite rooms in lodge
Awesome River viewsCommunal area with sink, BBQ and verandaLaundry facilities available
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Valley Haven
4098 6206www.daintreevalleyhaven.com.au Three Bungalows Self-contained. BBQ facilities, Jacuzzi
Breakfast includedFree Wi-Fi
Check in 2pm Check out 10:30am
Daintree Village Hideaway
0404627898http://daintreevillagehideaway.com.au/
Bed and Breakfast Includes full hot breakfast
Private Entrances; Air conditioning/ceiling fansColour TV.; Coffee / Tea facilitiesFridge & Toiletries
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Village B&B
4098 6020www.daintreevillagebedandbreakfast.com.au
Bed and Breakfast Ensuite rooms
Panoramic River ViewsFull cooked breakfast includedHuge deck, Jacuzzi
Check in 2pm Check out 10:30am
Egrets Rest 4090 700322 Dagmar Street, Daintree Village
Holiday Home, sleeps up to 6 people2 bedrooms with two queen beds2 roll away beds for common area
Two bikes available
Red Mill House4098 6233www.redmillhouse.com.au Bed and Breakfast
Ensuite roomsFull cooked breakfast included Swimming pool, WIFI, laundry BBQ available Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Forest Creek
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Daintree Manor 4090 7041www.daintreemanor.com.au/
3 rooms: two doubles one twin share room; private ensuite
Panoramic views of surrounding mountain ranges and the Daintree valley
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Snapper Island
Snapper Island lies one nautical mile south-east of Cape Kimberley at the mouth of the Daintree River. Camping is permitted on the island and there are four unnumbered camp sites. Permits must be obtained in advance and fees do apply. Booking can only be done online (http://parks.nprsr.qld.gov.au/permits). Visitors must be self-sufficient and access is by private boat and only possible in fair weather. The main access point is at the north-west corner of the island, close to the day-use area. Boat access on the southern side of the island is restricted by shallow fringing reefs.
Snapper Island rises 99 metres above sea level and supports several vegetation communities including closed vine forest, closed sclerophyll forest, a small mangrove community and a fringe of coastal vegetation.The island is home to a variety of woodland, sea and other bird species. During the summer months, pied imperial-pigeons visit the island between bouts of feeding in the mainland forests.
Snapper Island is the traditional sea country of the Kuku Yalanji people, who continue to hunt and fish around the island. Kaya Biji (Dog lost his tail) is the local Kuku Yalanji name for Snapper Island. In the early 1900s a lime kiln operated on the island and beche-de-mer (sea cucumber) processing may also have taken place. The watercourse stonework of what is believed to be an early Chinese market garden is still visible on the island today.
Cow Bay
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Bellarose Guest House 0408 630 068Email: rwatts18@hotmail.com
Self-contained unit in upstairs area of house
Continental breakfastWalk to beach Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Cow Bay Homestay 4098 9151www.cowbayhomestay.com
Bed and Breakfast 2 ensuite guest rooms,queen beds, lounge
Close to beach, secluded, great gardens, wildlife, private creek
Min stay 2 nightsCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Crocodylus 4098 9166www.daintreecrocodylus.com.au
Safari style cabins with ensuite,4 bed dorms
Beneath the rainforest canopy; Restaurant & bar Breakfast 7:30am to 10am Dinner 6:30 to 7:30pmGuided walks
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Magic 0409 634890www.daintreemagic.com.au
Holiday House - luxury timber cottageUp to 6 guests 3 bedrooms
Ocean views,Walk to Cow Bay Beach
Off site managementCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Rainforest Bungalows
4098 9229daintreerainforestbungalows.com 4 ensuite self-contained cabins Timber cottages, bug proof, solar powered Min stay 2 nights
Check in 1pm Check out 10am
Daintree Seascapes 4098 5163www.daintreeseascapes.com.au
3 Bedroom Holiday Home Restored timber cottageUp to 7 guests
Sweeping ocean viewsOff site managementMin stay 2 nightsCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Ebenezer Cottage 0418 547 778www.ebenezercottage.com Holiday home Rainforest, private
Self-contained Off site managementCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
The Barn. Daintree 0459 499 1924034 1266www.thebarndaintree.com/
Holiday Home 3 Ensuite bedrooms, 1 king and 2 queens (extra beds available)Up to 8 guests (for more please contact us)
Fantastic view of ocean & rainforest 10 mins walk or 2 mins drive to Cow Bay beachSwimming pool, Pool table, Darts
The Epiphyte4098 9039www.rainforestbb.cominfo@rainforestbb.com
4 Ensuite rooms with private balconies (2 double rooms for up to 2 people and 2 superior doubles which sleep 4.2 self-contained cottages with ensuite, balcony & kitchen. The Golden Orchid Cottage sleeps 3 & Hibiscus Cottage sleeps 4.
Close to beachViews to Thornton Peak Min stay 2 nights
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Cow Bay (continued)
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Wompoo Eco Retreat
wompooecoretreat@gmail.comwww.wompooecoretreat.com.au/40989 104
Two separate/private bungalows Each sleeps 2
King size bed with cotton linenBathroom includes toilet, rain shower and a vanity unit with a view of Thornton PeakOutdoor rammed earth bath with hot and cold waterHandmade soaps are provided.Bird watching binoculars rather than a television.Continental breakfast with a strong element of local and regional fruits, coffee, teas, muesli, bread, jams (included in tariff). Self catering facilities available
Wait a While Daintree 0409 679 935kerry@waitawhiledaintree.com.au www.waitawhiledaintree.com.au
Luxury pole house Sleeps up to Up to 10 guests
In the rainforestWalk to beachPrivate swimming pool
Off site managementMin stay 3 nightsCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Diwan
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Cockatoo Hill Retreat4098 9277www.cockatoohillretreat.com.auinfo@cockatoohillretreat.com.au
4 private treehouses each withensuite, handcrafted King bed and large balcony with views...
Luxury accommodation On top of the hill with magnificent views over the Daintree Rainforest to the Coral sea. Wet edge swimming pool. Rooms have a small fridge, tea/coffee making facilities. If needed there is Telstra/Optus connection .
Check in 2pmCheck out 10am
Coral Sea Views 4098 9058www.coralseaviews.com.au
Two private chalets with ensuites Swimming pool, elevated with views, private balconies Min stay 2 nights
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Cascades 4098 9239www.daintreegetaway.com
Round house – up to 6 guestsTimber Cottage – up to 4 guests
Round house and cottage Off site managementCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Daintree Peaks Eco Stay
4098 9002daintreepeaksecostays.com/daintreeecobnb@gmail.com
Rainforest cabins, each with a queen bed (or 2x singles) private bathroom and lounge
Airconditioned, Ceiling Fans, No food in roomsBreakfast included, Licensed Café, Lap poolChalet 4 Wheelchair Friendly
Daintree Secrets0409 792 922info@daintreesecrets.com.auwww.daintreesecrets.com.au
Luxurious open plan pole home in the rainforest.Sleeps 7
Unique property! Fully equipped 3 bedroom home with its own private, natural swimming hole and waterfalls.
Off site managementMin stay 2 nightsCheck in 3pm Check out 10am
Daintree Wilderness Lodge 4098 9105www.daintreewildernesslodge.com.au
7 cabins with ensuite & air-conIn the rainforest - heated spaLicensed restaurant and barDVD Library; free Wi-Fi in common areaNature walk on property leading to rainforest creek
On site managementNo Minimum StayCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Deep Forest Lodge 0411341904www.daintreedeepforestlodge.com.au
2 studios 1 one-bedroom
In the rainforest Self-contained and self-catering Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Heritage Lodge & Spa
4098 9321www.heritagelodge.net.au Rainforest cabins with ensuite
Licensed restaurant & barSwimming poolSpa
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Lync-Haven Rainforest Retreat
4098 9155enquiries@lynchaven.com.auwww.lynchaven.com.au
Caravan, camping & motelLicensed restaurant7:30am to 7.30pmAnimal sanctuary
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Prema Shanti Yoga Retreat4098 9006www.premashanti.com183 Turpentine Road, Diwan
Boutique with shared bathroom or deluxe Rejuvenate mind, body & soul Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Diwan (Continued)
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Rainforest Village 4098 9015www.rainforestvillage.com.au
Grassy camp ground, camp kitchen, laundryPowered and unpowered sites
In the rainforestPets welcomeFuel, min mart, post office
Off site managementOpen 7am to 5:30pmCheck out 10am
Stonewood ViewsHoliday Rental House - 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms Sleeps 10
Built over two levels. The downstairs area has 3 bedrooms, two queen rooms with the third having two double bunks. The downstairs bathroom has a large shower and laundry. Atiled side verandah is the place to lay in the hammock. The round stone table is an ideal place to sit around and relax.
Upstairs is open plan living area which leads out onto the deck with dining table and BBQ. The kitchen features a concrete bench/breakfast bar.
There is a short walk down to the private creek and swimming hole at the front of the property at the crossing.The home is serviced by the latest solar power technology.
Tea Tree Cottage0409 679 935www.teatreedaintree.com.au info@teatreedaintree.com.au
Holiday Home Pole house on 3 acres – Max 5 people pets welcome
Nestled on 3 acres in the foothills of the majestic Thornton Peak
Off site managementMin 3 night stayCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Thornton Beach
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Thornton BeachBungalows
4098 9179stay@thorntonbeach.comwww.thorntonbeach.com
2 ensuite bungalows Ocean Views, across the road from Thornton Beach No min night stay Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Noah Creek Forest StayEco - Huts
Lot 62 Cape Tribulation Road, Thornton Beach
Two Eco Huts, each sleep 8 people.The Ridge House The Lodge House
All accommodation offers a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a refrigerator. There is a fireplace and a balcony with picturesque views. The property offers BBQ facilities.Guests receive access to self-guided walking trails, waterfalls, and waterholes, and can arrange to do guided treks in more mountainous areas.
Onsite management
Cape Tribulation
Name Contact Accom type Food + FeaturesOffice hoursMin stay Check in/out
Black Palm Boutique Accommodation
4098 0130www.blackpalm.com.au/ Luxury Creekside Spa Cabin
A/Conditioned; WiFi & Bluetooth AudioDouble Spa BathSuper King BedPrivately situated with Rainforest & Creek ViewsKitchenette
Office Hours: 8am- 6pm Check In from 2pmCheck out by 10.30am
Cape Tribulation Beach House
4098 0030www.capetribbeach.com.au Couples, Family & Dorms, Ensuited Bistro style restaurant, Self-cooking facilities available,
On the beach & Swimming Pool. Right on the beach. Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Cape Tribulation Camping 4098 0077www.capetribcamping.com.au
Beach front campingPowered and Unpowered sites
Camp kitchen & barbecueLicensed pizza bar
Check in 11amCheck out 10am
Cape Tribulation Farm Stay
4098 0042www.capetribfarm.com.au
5 cabins located in orchard 3 with queen & ensuite 2 with double + single and ensuite
Exotic fruit breakfast Use of farmhouse kitchen facilities, BBQ and Pizza oven; 3minutes to beach
Min stay 2 nightsCheck in 2pm Check out 10am
Coconut Beach House4098 0150hello@coconutbeachhousecapetrib.com www.coconutbeachhousecapetrib.com/
3 bedroom house. Max. 8 guests Set on 17 acres with private rainforest & mangrove beach track through spectacular Coconut Beach
Ferntree Rainforest Lodge4098 0000www.ferntreerainforestlodge.com.au Cabins and Dorms – all with ensuite 2 swimming pools, restaurant and bar, communal kitchen
and BBQs Check in 2pm Check out 10am
mist at Cape Tribulation0408 256 957info@mistatcapetribulation.com.auwww.mistatcpetribulation.com.au
Eco Luxe Pavillions
Air Conditioned, 8.4 Acres of Rainforest, Exotic Orchard& Rare Palms, Water Hole, Large private Deck with 2 person day bed & BBQ, King Bed, Lounge suite, dining, self contained Direct Bookings receive welcome pack with French Champagne and Cheese Platter
Office Hours: 8am – 6pm daily On site ManagersCheck in from 2pm Check out by 10:30amMin stay 2 nights
Noah’s Camping Ground Open June to December
137468www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks
Composting toiletsNo showers and no water On the beach
National Park Camping Area
Camping permit required. Camping tag with booking number must be displayed at your camp site. Camp sites must be booked and paid for before travelling to the campground.
PK’s Jungle Village 4098 0040www.pksjunglevillage.com.au Cabin style, ensuited
& DormsBar, restaurant, self-cooking facilities & swimming pool, EFTPOS, ATM & Internet
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
Rainforest Hideaway 4098 0108www.rainforesthideaway.com.au Cabins with ensuite Unique sculpture trails through jungle
Handmade timber furniture Tropical breakfast included
Check in 12 noon Check out 10am
Safari Lodge 4098 0006www.junglelodge.com.au/lodge@oceansafari.com.au
Cabins, Dorms and camping Swimming pool, camp kitchen, café, amenities block, onsite manager, laundry, Heart of Cape Tribulation
Check in 2pm Check out 10am
5 mins walk to beachAffordable / Budget rates,