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Daintree Rainforest & Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour - Billy Tea Safaris

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Discover the beauty of the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation region where the rainforest meets the reef!

Discover the beauty of the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation region where the rainforest meets the reef!

Highlights

  • Award-Winning Tours - Over 40 years of happy passengers!
  • Custom 4WD Vehicles - Board our custom safari vehicles built for comfort and access.
  • Small group tours - Small tour numbers for a more intimate and personal experience.
  • Experience nature watching on a 1 hour Daintree River Cruise spotting crocodiles in the wild
  • Guided walk with your guide through the Ancient Daintree Rainforest
  • Visit the famous Cape Tribulation Beach
  • Take a refreshing freshwater swim in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest
  • Enjoy a delicious homegrown Daintree Ice-Cream (included)
  • Advanced Eco-Certified - We are an Advanced Eco Accredited, an Eco-Tourism Hall of Fame operator, a Green Travel Leader and ROC Certified.

Get ready to explore the stunning Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation with Billy Tea Safaris - the Original Rainforest Tour guides that have been locally operated for over 38 years!

With small group sizes, comfortable custom-built air-conditioned 4WD vehicles and a local guide you will go further, see more and enjoy a personalised experience.

Once we have collected you from your accommodation your adventure begins with a spectacularly scenic drive north along the Captain Cook Highway to our first stop of the day the majestic Daintree River. On arrival, it will be time for a spot of morning tea (tea, coffee & biscuits) before embarking on a 1 Hour Daintree River Cruise where you will enjoy the informative commentary and try to spot some of the local wildlife including Estuarine Crocodiles.

Heading further north we arrive at Daintree Rainforest where you can stretch your legs with a guided tour along the elevated National Park Boardwalk. Your experienced guide will help you to identify flora and fauna as we search for the elusive, rare Southern Cassowary and other incredible wildlife.

Once we have finished our Rainforest walk it will be time to enjoy a tasty lunch at a local cafe. There is also time for a refreshing swim in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest. Cool down under the lush canopy, a beautiful experience you won't forget.

Next up, stroll along Cape Tribulation Beach and to the lookout - where the rainforest meets the reef! This stunning location is perfect for those who want to snap some beautiful photos and take in the scenery.

On our way to drop you back at your accommodation, we make one last stop at Daintree Ice-Cream Company for an exotic homemade ice cream.

Itinerary

  • Pick up from your accommodation (Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas)
  • 1 Hour Daintree River Cruise spotting crocodiles. Enjoy light morning tea before cruise of tea, coffee and biscuits.
  • Guided walk through the ancient Daintree Rainforest with your guide learning all about the Daintree Rainforest National Park, the oldest rainforest in the world!
  • Lunch with your fellow travellers in the Daintree
  • Freshwater swim in the heart of the Daintree Rainforest
  • Visit the famous Cape Tribulation Beach for a stroll
  • Stop for a homegrown Daintree Ice-Cream (included)
  • Cable ferry crossing over the Daintree River
  • Return home to your accommodation in Cairns, Northern Beaches or Port Douglas
Adult $239.00 (Aged 17+)
Child $179.00 (Aged 4 - 16 years)
Infant $0.00 (Aged 0 - 4 years)

What's included

  • Pick up and drop off from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas
  • Accredited driver-guide for the day
  • Tea or coffee and biscuits at the Cruise Centre
  • 1 hour Daintree River Cruise spotting crocodiles in the wild
  • Guided boardwalk tour through the rainforest
  • Lunch at a local cafe in the region
  • Freshwater swim in the rainforest
  • Cape Tribulation Beach walk
  • Stop at Daintree Ice-Cream Company - ice-cream included
  • All National Park fees included

Duration

  • Allow approximately 10 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • Accommodation pick up from Cairns
  • Northern Beaches and Port Douglas.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Bad Weather Refunds

  • If your experience is cancelled by the operator (because of the bad weather, safety concerns, unscheduled maintenance etc) you will be entitled to a full refund.

Notes

  • Customer Cancellations:

    No refunds will apply for cancellations with less than 18 hours notice or those who are late for pick up. Rebooking fees of $50 also apply.

    Pick up and drop off times:

    Cairns City (CBD) accommodation: pick up between 7 - 7.15am, returns 6.30pm

    Northern Beaches accommodation: pick up between 7.20 - 7.45am, returns 6pm

    Port Douglas accommodation: pick up 8.20am, returns between 4 - 4.30pm

Available Bookings from 10 Sep to 23 Sep 2025

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  • Adult$190.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$143.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$190.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$143.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$190.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$143.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$190.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$143.00
  • Infant Free

  • Adult$190.00 Less than 6 at this price!
  • Child$143.00
  • Infant Free

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme

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geyunl from Australia wrote on 06 September 2025

非常满意的一次旅游体验

12小时的行程丰富多彩,在著名的苦难角海滩,看到了海星鱼,在雨林学习了很多知识,在咸水河游船寻到了几条鳄鱼,品尝了鲜美的barramundi 鱼和当地水果口味的冰激凌,司机兼导游James很专业又敬业,开游船的导游也很专业风趣!

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barrym10 from New Zealand wrote on 15 August 2025

Fantastic View of the Daintree

We wondered whether to drive or take a tour to visit the Daintree Rainforest we decided on Billy Tea Safaris and they were fantastic from the level of transport to the most excellent lunch it was a great day Highly recommend this tour company....many thanks for great experience

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Elisheva Rosenthal from Australia wrote on 30 July 2025

Great tour

Our tour guide, Graeham, was very knowledgeable and provided 5 Star service. We visited a lot of different places despite a lot of driving. Id use this company again

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Kerrily Jelfs from Australia wrote on 25 July 2025

What a great day!

We had a fantastic day on our Billy Tea Safari of the Daintree and Cape Tribulation! Our guide, Andrew, ensured that we had an enjoyable and safe drive, with a knowledgeable commentary along the way. The bus was comfortable. We saw heaps of crocodiles on the cruise. Had a delicious lunch with a wide selection on the menu, followed by a swim in the crystal clear creek. We even spotted a male cassowary and its chick. To finish the day had a yummy ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Company, included in the tour. We would highly recommend this tour!

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sawys from United Kingdom wrote on 27 June 2025

Excellent trip

Excellent trip. Driver /guide Mark is very helpful as well as being knowledgeable. Lovely stop for a quick dip in the river then a really good quality lunch , followed by river trip spotting big salty crocs with a great helmsman guide called Mick .Then on to the rain forest for a very informative walk . Finally off to cape tribulation to see where two world heritage sites meet. We were then taken to Daintree ice cream maker for a really welcome Ice cream. Well wort the money and time . Highly recommend this tour operator.

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