Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit in Australia. Home to over 1,200 magnificent tropical butterflies, the sanctuary is an all-weather experience in the heart of Kuranda. You’ll be enchanted by these elusive wonders of nature as you wander through the aviary’s boardwalks and gardens. Be sure to wear something bright and let these beautiful creatures flutter all over you! You can also join a tour behind the scenes in the breeding laboratory, housing up to 4,000 caterpillars, or download a free audio tour. Learn more about these magical creatures with our educational exhibits. Observe
Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is one of Australia’s most famous wildlife and eco-tourism attractions, which has developed a reputation for excellence in the quality experience it offers. Hartley’s has a beautiful setting surrounded by nature and you can relax and enjoy a delicious lunch or breakfast made fresh on the premises by our chefs with a special lunch area for exclusive groups. We also specialize in custom designed dinners, which must be pre-booked and arrangements made in advance. Hartley’s is often combined as a full day experience with either Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail or Cairns Tropical Zoo as the
Hook-A-Barra at Daintree Saltwater Barramundi Farm. Hook-A-Barra dedicated to all things Barramundi! We’re for fishing and fun, guiding and teaching, tasting and tempting. Our Barramundi facility is first class and includes viewing tanks, home to some rare Albino, Speckled (or Panda) and Gold Barramundi, fishing ponds, covered tables and seating. We have an on-site Barra Kitchen and Café and stock all manner of Barramundi souvenirsTry Our Hook-A-Barra Fishing ExperienceOur Daintree Barramundi fishing tours include 1-hour of catch and release, land-based fishing, around our earthen ponds. Although it’s called the Barra Pond, there’s a few other species in there too
“Nautilus Aviation guests are taken on journeys to remember. With luxury aircraft, first-class service and breathtaking inflight views, a Nautilus Aviation experience is second to none!” Nautilus Aviation offer a range of once in a lifetime experiences in Queensland’s tropical north and the Northern Territory’s top end! Flying in state-of-the-art aircraft with highly trained and knowledgeable pilots, guests of Nautilus Aviation can experience world heritage listed rainforest, the magnificent Great Barrier Reef, the tip of Australia, awe-inspiring National Parks as well as adventures combining helicopters, timeless culture, airboats, cruise boats and secret fishing spots! Specifically, guests can enjoy
Soar through World Heritage Rainforest with Treetops Adventure! Take off on an exhilarating 2 hour fully guided journey into the Daintree Rainforest. The tour comprises of ziplines spanning between 15m - 130m and a treetops walk made from suspended nets and wooden bridges. Along the way, our guides will share their knowledge of the rainforest and our construction techniques. A spectacular dual zipline completes the tour. Ticket price includes all safety equipment and a digital photo pack. Tour Departures: Open 7 days a week. Tours operate daily and bookings are essential. Last departure at 1:30pm.Price: Adult $139, Child (3-7yrs)
Experience the awe-inspiring Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas by immersing yourself in diverse environments and interacting with Australia's iconic wildlife. Dine in the Wetlands and enjoy the world-famous Breakfast with the Birds which also includes koala feeding. Observe numerous native birds in the Woodlands Habitat. Explore the Rainforest Habitat, from the forest floor to the canopy, and marvel at the Southern Cassowary and other captivating creatures. In the Savannah Habitat, hand-feed kangaroos and wallabies while admiring emus. Discover after-dark mysteries in the Nocturnal Habitat and encounter elusive species like Striped Possums and Mahogany Gliders. Feed the mighty Estuarine Crocodiles
Enjoy a half-day white-water rafting on the Barron River. Only 40 minutes from Port Douglas, the Barron Gorge National Park is known for it's stunning rainforest, steep ravines and the mighty Barron Falls. Tackle the Grade 3 rapids on our daily departure tour (age 12+ only)or take the whole family and experience our Family Rafting tour, suitable from age 6 and over.
Avoid the crowds on our luxury sailing catamaran. We pride ourselves on our small group sizes, that ensures a more personalised and intimate experience. Day trips and sunset sailing is limited to a maximum of 12 guests, with no children under 10, except for private charters. Whether it be a day trip snorkelling on the reef, a sunset sailing cruise or a private charter, your trip onboard Indigo 2 will be unforgettable. Swim with beautiful reef fish and turtles at Low Isles, snorkel the reef, watch whales or just sit back and enjoy the tranquillity in this World Heritage
With the development of the Mossman Gorge Centre, a World Heritage listed rainforest environment will be protected and Indigenous jobs and training opportunities created as part of the world class eco-tourism visitor and interpretive centre at the entrance to the iconic Mossman Gorge north of Cairns. The Mossman Gorge Centre is the central hub for all things Mossman Gorge and is staffed by local residents with a breadth of knowledge on the area. At the Centre you will find several official welcome to country areas, a contemporary café serving breakfast and Lunch with Indigenous bush food enspired cuisine
Back Country Bliss Adventures will help you experience the hidden wonders of Tropical North Queensland. Imagine drifting down a crystal-clear rainforest river, on the only river snorkelling tour in Australia. Explore the life under the water's surface and keep an eye out for the occasional turtle. The perfect way to cool off in the tropics. Take part in a traditional Kuku Yalanji smoking ceremony at Mossman Gorge; where you’ll be cleansed of bad spirits and have traditional rainforest body paint applied. Or take up the challenge of Devil's Thumb, exploring the hidden cloud forests of the Daintree National Park
Crocodile Express was the first wildlife cruise operator on the river in 1979. Crocodile Express Daintree River Cruises depart from Daintree Village and a second cruise departs from Daintree Gateway just before the Daintree Ferry crossing. Both cruises are included in the one ticket. Your cruises will take you along sections of this spectacular waterway with your guide pointing out wildlife and flora along the foreshore and creeks. Our naturalist guide will interpret the importance of this amazing World Heritage location. A cruise on the Daintree River is a "must-do" activity as part of your Daintree Rainforest experience. The
Daintree Boatman Nature Tours is a small tour business, owned and operated by professional nature guide Murray Hunt, offering premium small-group wildlife cruises on the Daintree River. Cruises are a special experience, with highly sought after birds, crocodiles and snakes seen on most cruises. Cruises are professionally conducted in a small open comfortable vessel which enables a quiet intimate exploration of the river with close views of wildlife. Cruises explore the narrow shallow tributaries of the Daintree where the big boats can't go. Two-hour cruises are conducted at dawn and late afternoon when the river is at its most
We invite you to visit the Daintree Discovery Centre, an award-winning world class interpretive facility that allows visitors easy access to every level of the Daintree Rainforest; from the forest floor to the upper most reaches of the canopy. Established in 1989 the centre is widely recognised as a leader in the field of ecotourism, and in particular, environmental conservation. It provides an excellent introduction to the wonders of the Daintree Rainforest. The Daintree Discovery Centre is located in the heart of the Daintree rainforest, an easy 2 hour drive north of Cairns along one of the most beautiful
One of the must do trips In Far North Queensland is to visit the exquisite Daintree Rainforest. Not only is it stunningly beautiful, it is immensely important
as a living link back to the Gondwanan times. It is considered as the oldest continual living rainforest on Earth. Departing from Port Douglas and
surrounds, Daintree Discovery Tours gives you the best of both worlds, Daintree Rainforest, and Mossman Gorge. Choose from either our full day tour
or one of our half day trips.
The Daintree River Cruise Centre has been operating one hour to full day specialised cruises since 1987, making it one of the oldest running operators on the Daintree River today. The River guides are well informed naturalists and biologists and also keen bird watchers. They will make any of the cruises on offer exciting, memorable and educational on what this unique Eco System has to offer. See rare wildlife including Estuarine crocodiles, birds, frogs, snakes, butterflies, lizards, goannas, and insects. The area is one of the most densely populated mangrove estuaries in the world! Daintree River Cruise Centre is
Janbal Gallery is a special place, surrounded and protected by Yiki People. Visitors from all over the world come here to paint, share dream time stories learn about Kuku Yalanji culture. 100% Aboriginal owned and operated, Janbal Gallery was established at Mossman in 2008 by local Aboriginal artist Brian “Binna” Swindley is owner and Artist to Operate Janbal Gallery. Every week we welcome visitors into our Gallery that is named in honour of Binna’s late mother, Shirley “Janbal” Swindley for a hands-on experience with Aboriginal art and culture at our private aboriginal art classes and painting workshops. When you
Lady Douglas River Cruise is an idyllic calm water river cruise, exploring deep into the mangrove ecosystem, searching for Estuarine Saltwater Crocodiles in their natural habitat. Crocodiles are normally seen on over 95% of Cruises, especially in the dry season. Lady Douglas travels several kilometers through the unspoilt mangrove channels of Dickson Inlet, where you can experience and learn about the fascinating estuarine habitat. There are also sightings of local wildlife such as: sea eagles, ospreys, kingfishers, herons, waders, mudskippers, fiddler crabs, sesarmid crabs and papuan frogmouth owls. Each 90-minute River Cruise includes a complimentary beverage on arrival and
Our experienced local guide, Lawrence Mason, gives you time to see, touch, smell and even taste the Far North Queensland rainforest - on your tour he will provide amazing information and answer your questions about the tropical rainforest plants and trees, birds, insects, frogs, forest dragons, snakes and crocodiles to give you a unique wilderness experience and unforgettable memories of your visit to the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation National Park. Lawrence Mason has lived at Cape Tribulation all his life, and has been a tour guide since he was 17 years old. Today he guides
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, guests 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
Experience the thrill of fishing on one of Out N About’s popular sportfishing tours. Enjoy estuary, and reef fishing on your tour while using a variety of fishing methods to enhance your time on the water. Experienced guides offer personalised service with a maximum of 6 guests per boat. Affordable half day share charters run from 8am-12pm and 12:30pm-4:30pm daily. Also specialising in private charters for groups of up to 12 guests on our 2 boats. Perfect for wedding parties, corporate groups or large families, tours can be designed for your individual needs. Snorkel Low Isles and fish inshore
I PLAYED AROUND IN PORT DOUGLAS! Port Douglas Golf Tours are the local Golf Tour Specialists who can provide you with the complete golfing package in Tropical North Queensland. All of our tours are personally tailored to your individual requirements. Our packages include airport and daily transfers, accommodation to suit your needs and all green fees, with motorised carts as required. We can also arrange golf only packages if required. Tours can be arranged for as little as 3 days up to any time frame that you require. We provide you with access to up to 4 Major resort
Locally owned Port Douglas Tropical Trike Tours is a fun and unique way to explore the area! Travel through the region with family or friends, take a scenic tour around Port Douglas, see the awesome views from Flag Staff Hill, 4 Mile Beach or Saint Crispin Station. Experience a cruise through stunning Mowbray Valley and Spring Creek or take a full day trip to explore Mossman Gorge, Mt Molloy or Daintree Village. Let the team from Tropical Trikes Port Douglas transfer you to or from Cairns Airport with both pick ups and drop offs available - don't worry we
Port Douglas Yacht Club is an incorporated association formed to promote, encourage and foster the sport of yachting. To foster and maintain the good fellowship that exists between yachtsmen and to keep members in close and friendly association with each other through frequent social gatherings on land and sea. The club is home to many of the members that live on their boats either moored on Dickson Inlet or in the adjacent marina and a home away from home for the many members regularly sailing in the club organised sailing activities. With a picture perfect location on Dickson Inlet
Reef Sprinter caters for those looking for a true half-day reef experience without spending all day getting there. We have two options: Low Isles Reef & Outer Reef. The Low Isles Reef is just 15 minutes away from Port Douglas and you won't get seasick! The trip is 2 ¼ hours all together, which includes 1 ½ of snorkelling. This will give you half a day to do something else. We visit the reef at Low Isles (not the Island) - one of the Great Barrier Reefs most spectacular coral cays. This is also where our glass bottom boat
Sailaway sets the standards high for nature-based experiences on the Great Barrier Reef. Our commitment to Eco Tourism is an opportunity increase awareness and appreciation of our national environment. Sailaway offers 1st class service, focusing on small numbers of guests, we’re able to provide a personal experience. We operate a range of premium sailing and snorkelling trips to Mackay & Undine Coral Cays on the Outer Ref and idyllic Low Isles, a coral cay island. Sailing daily from Port Douglas. Sailaway specialises in snorkelling, with qualified marine biologists and master reef guides, sharing their passion for the marine
Shaolin Port Douglas offer 3 great tours: Low Island Snorkelling, Seafood Sailing and Sunset Sailing - Shaolin is fun! The iconic Junk “Shaolin” caters
for max 24 guests, ensuring a unique and personalised experience. Swim, Snorkel or just sit back and relax. This is everything North Queensland's Great Barrier
Reef Tours are meant to be. All inclusive full day to Low Isles Reef and Low Island access with all meals and snorkelling equipment. Sunset Sail or Seafood Sail - Private Charters are our speciality. Our affordable rates and flexibility make a private day out with friends or family a real option.
Embark on a fascinating journey of discovery over and deep into the world’s oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest. The iconic Skyrail experience is a must do Cairns attraction that provides a truly unique perspective of Australia’s World Heritage listed tropical rainforest - immersing guests in the sights, sounds, smells and tranquility of one of the most botanically fascinating areas on earth. The uniqueness of the Skyrail experience is epitomised by the purpose built gondolas that offer a sustainable birds-eye view of North Queensland’s living natural wonder whose prehistoric ancestry is some 60 million years older than the Amazon. Learn
Daintree River wildlife Cruise on a quiet, clean solar electric boat.
Get closer to nature-hear, smell & experience without noise & fumes. For camouflaged wildlife, we zoom in with "Croc Cam". 99% success rate spotting
crocodiles, excellent bird watching opportunities and other wildlife possibilities such as snakes, frogs and fish.
Tours depart 400m from Daintree Car Ferry on Cape Tribulation Rd. This is true Eco Tourism.
We are your one-stop-shop for all your two wheeled adventures in Port Douglas. Whether you're looking for a leisurely bike ride, a moped for easy transport with no parking hassles, or an exhilarating Mountain Bike adventure, we have something for everyone. Plus, our range of e-bikes, e-scooters and e-MTB’s will certainly make exploring Port Douglas, Four Mile Beach and the rainforests surrounding the Daintree so easy. BIKE, E-BIKE & E-SCOOTER HIRE Want to get out and explore Port Douglas and the surrounding areas? Rent a bike or E-bike with us and discover the sights at your own pace. Our
Windswell is local company based in Port Douglas offering kitesurfing and stand up paddle board instruction and tours as well as gear sales and hire and
in Tropical North Queensland. Tours include:
Morning and afternoon Rainforest River Paddle
Epic Reef and Island Tours
Low Isles Snapper Island and Undine Mackay
Transfers to Cape Tribulation
Kitesurfing lessons, gear hire and Wakeboarding and Tuberides
Join us for tours or lessons with experienced local guides skippers marine bio and qualified Watersports instructors
Wonderland Presents, a renowned Arts and Entertainment festival and show producer based in Far North Queensland, has been proudly promoting Port Douglas on our annual tours across QLD, Vic, SA & ACT. Our world-class Circus, Cabaret Music, and Magic performances in the Wonderland Spiegeltent & Wonderland Under the Stars Open Air Theatre have gained national recognition, connecting us all through the power of entertainment.
Tourism Port Douglas Daintree acknowledges the custodianship of the Daintree Rainforest and Great Barrier Reef by the local Kuku Yalanji and Yirraganydji people whose rich cultures, heritage values, enduring connections and shared efforts protect our natural assets for future generations, and we pay our respect to elders past, present and emerging.