Cairns: Full-Day Mossman Gorge Visit, Daintree River Cruise with Lunch & Roundtrip Transfers
Prepare for a day of awe and adventure on this full-day tour from Cairns to indulge in tropical rainforests and ancient watering holes. Enjoy the drive along the scenic Great Barrier Reef Drive, before reaching the seaside town of Port Douglas. With an expert guide providing insights, embark on an hour-long Daintree River Cruise navigating the mangroves of the World Heritage-listed area, in quest of snakes, birds, frogs and the elusive saltwater crocodile. After stopping for lunch, continue your journey to the Mossman Gorge, and witness its rich biodiversity, before cooling off with a swim in the pristine waters of the world’s oldest rainforest.
Inclusions
- Valid for one child (4–12) or one adult (13+)
- Full-Day Mossman Gorge Tour & Daintree River Cruise
- Journey along Great Barrier Reef Drive and take in the scenic views
- Enjoy morning tea at the Lower Daintree
- One hour Daintree River Cruise
- Spot wildlife in their natural environment
- Lunch at the Daintree Teahouse inclusive of tropical fruit tastings, juice and Daintree tea & coffee surrounded by the lush tropical rainforest
- Visit Mossman Gorge Cultual centre
- Entry fees to Mossman Gorge
- Swim in the oldest rainforest on the planet
- Stop at Rex’s lookout to enjoy the afternoon sun and cool sea breeze off the Coral Sea
- Full commentary from an expert accredited guide
- Roundtrip transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels
- Available: Tuesday & Saturday: Departs Cairns from 8am and Northern Beaches from 8.30am; returns at 6pm (approximately)
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
Pricing & availability
Cairns QLD, Australia
Things to know
- Wearing comfortable walking shoes is recommended
- Please carry a hat, camera, personal water bottle, swimmers and towel
Tuesday & Saturday
Availability:
- Available: Tuesday & Saturday: Departs Cairns from 8am and Northern Beaches from 8.30am; returns at 6pm (approximately)
- Not valid: Monday, Wednesday – Friday & Sunday
- Bookings valid to 31 March 2026
- Pick-Up/Drop-Off Point: Roundtrip transfers are available from Cairns and Northern Beaches hotels. Please advise of accommodation location at time of booking
- Please ensure you are at your pick-up location no later than the scheduled departure time. Late arrivals and no-shows voids offer
Important:
- Dietary requirements can be accommodated with 48 hours’ prior notice. Please advise at the time of booking
- Set menu restrictions apply to lunch and tastings. Any additional personal expenses or souvenirs must be paid directly to the vendor(s)
- Please allow up to 11 hours for this experience, including travel time
- This is a shared tour, meaning you will likely share your ride with other guests
Terms & Conditions:
- Child rate applies for children aged 4–12. Children aged 3 and under are considered to be infants and are free of charge but are still required to be listed when booking
- All children need to be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times
- Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide a valid ID upon request
- Please note, public holiday surcharges are not included and need to be confirmed with Tropic Tours at the time of booking
- Minimum numbers apply for tour to proceed. If a tour fails to satisfy minimum numbers, the trip may be cancelled or rescheduled
- Tour itineraries, routes and stops may change or be cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, road hazards or mechanical issues
Cancellations:
- Cancellations made more than 30 days before departure date: 20% cancellation fee applies
- Cancellations made up to and less than 7 days but more than 48 hours before departure date: 50% cancellation fee applies
- Cancellations within 48 hours of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies
Changes to Booking:
- 48 hours’ notice is required to change a booking you have made
Please Note:
- Maximum purchase limit of five per person applies
- Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
- Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused portions will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date
Important:
- The destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your visit
- We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website
Tropic Tours
Tropic Tours is a family-owned and operated company based out of Cairns. Offering intimate encounters with FNQ’s natural wonder, produce, culture and history, owners Simon and Renae Vicic offer exclusive, small-group tours designed to foster personalised, extraordinary experiences.