Daintree Rainforest Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Daintree Rainforest. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge Small-Group from Port Douglas

• Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation Full Day Tour

• Ocean Safari Great Barrier Reef Experience in Cape Tribulation

• Daintree, Cape Tribulation & River Cruise from Port Douglas

• Cape Tribulation Day Tour from Cairns

The Daintree Rainforest is free to explore, but many travelers opt to visit on a guided tour. Full-day tours to Cape Tribulation and the Daintree Rainforest from Cairns or Port Douglas start at US$141 per person, while overnight tours that take you further into the rainforest start at US$305.

Yes. The Daintree Rainforest is the oldest tropical rainforest in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making it a must-visit for wildlife lovers. There are plenty of ways to take in the natural wonders: spot crocodiles as you cruise along the Daintree River, go hiking through the Mossman Gorge, or take a thrilling road trip all the way to Cape Tribulation. You won't get far without a 4WD vehicle, but you can take care of that by booking a tour. By doing so, you'll gain more than hassle-free navigation—you'll also unlock cultural experiences with the Kuku Yalanji people or activities like rafting, ziplining, and skydiving.

Per one customer who booked the Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge Small-Group from Port Douglas, "This tour was truly perfect. We wouldn't change a thing. You hit all the high points of the rainforest; some of our favorite moments included spotting a massive crocodile on our river cruise, seeing a cassowary and his baby right beside our van, and eating the most amazing homemade ice cream. Our guide, Adam, was extremely knowledgeable and interesting and pulled the whole experience together. Thank you so much for a great day!"

You’ll need your own vehicle or to join a tour to explore the Daintree Rainforest. To reach the main entry point of the rainforest, it’s about a 1.5-hour drive from Port Douglas or a 2.5-hour drive from Cairns, including riding the car ferry across the Daintree River.

The UNESCO-listed Daintree Rainforest has beaches, jungle trails, waterfalls, and more. Top attractions include Daintree Discovery Centre with its aerial walkway through the forest canopy, the Marrdja Boardwalk, and Cape Tribulation beach.

Yes, a variety of day and multi-day tours visit the Daintree Rainforest from Cairns or Port Douglas. You could also add a guided tour to your self-drive itinerary, such as a Daintree River cruise, a guided walk through the rainforest, a wildlife-watching night tour, or a bush tucker-tasting experience.

Yes, hiking is one of the most popular activities in the Daintree Rainforest—options range from short boardwalks to wild jungle treks. Try the easy Jindalba Circuit Track or Madja Boardwalk, hike to a swimming hole in the Mossman Gorge, or challenge yourself to a full-day Mount Sorrow climb.

The Daintree Rainforest is teeming with wildlife, from crocodiles in the Daintree River to cassowaries and kookaburras in the Mossman Gorge. Many rare and endemic animals live at Daintree, plus more than 430 bird species, including Boyd’s forest dragon, Macleay’s honeyeater, Bennett’s tree-kangaroo, and spectacled flying fox.

Yes, there are freshwater swimming holes in the Daintree Rainforest. The most popular swimming holes are at Mossman Gorge, Emmagen Creek, and Cassowary Falls. Do not swim in the Daintree River or in non-designated swimming areas, as crocodiles are common.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Daintree Rainforest. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Port Douglas:

• Mossman Gorge

• Agincourt Reefs

• Hartley's Crocodile Adventures

• Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas

• Cooktown

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Port Douglas.