Daintree settlement in North Queensland is located 111 kilometres north of Cairns and 56 kilometres from Port Douglas, Queensland. The McDowell Ranges are near the town while the Daintree River flows nearby.
History of Daintree
Daintree was first settled in the late 1870's and early 1880's by timber workers seeking cedar in the nearby Daintree Rainforest. There were sizeable stocks of "cedar" near the Daintree River. Loggers moved stock down the coast for transport using lashed rafts. Dairy farms were later established allowing a butter factory to be opened in 1924. Beef farming later became a significant local employer. Daintree takes its name from Richard Daintree, a pioneering geologist of British origin in North Queensland in the 1860's.
Adventure Travel & Tours in Daintree National Park
Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used in Daintree National Park
In Daintree National Park the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks in Daintree National Park all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines in Daintree National Park all which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels in Daintree National Park
In Daintree National Park there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
Discounted Travel Insurance
Adventure Travel offers a range of Backpacker Insurance policies at heavily discounted rates. We understand that you are on a budget and prefer to save your money to backpack around the world.
Security in Daintree National Park
Daintree National Park in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Daintree National Park every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather in Daintree National Park
The weather in Daintree National Park is seasonal with 2 distinctive seasons : May - Oct (Dry Season), Nov - April (Green Season) To get more information on the weather in Daintree National Park, Australia, then click here.
Things to do in the Daintree
Daintree is a delight for birdwatchers and nature-lovers. The Daintree River gives you an opportunity to see tropical birds, reptiles, crocodiles and wildlife. Backpackertravel offers a number of tours through the Daintree National Park.
Tours / Packages Related To: Daintree
Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours - Daintree There’s a new species in the world’s oldest rainforest… the JUNGLE SURFER. Set in the pristine Daintree rainforest at Cape Tribulation, Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours takes you on a unique rainforest tour where your feet don’t touch the ground. Jungle ...
From $90 AUD
1 day Daintree Dreaming Experience this exclusive and authentic tour with Adventure North Australia & Kuku Yalanji Cultural Habitat Tours. Learn of our area’s rich Aboriginal history and culture, combined with the world’s oldest living rainforest, The World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park...
From $189 AUD
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Experience Enjoy an unforgettable day of fun, discovery and adventure exploring the majestic rainforests, pristine rivers and white sandy beaches of the World Heritage Listed Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks with our professional, friendly, experienced guides. Cape Tribulation is the only place in ...
From $145 AUD
Daintree Dreaming Tour - ex Cairns After being collected from your hotel we drive north to Cooya Beach for the Coastal Beach Walk with Kuku Yalanji Cultural Habitat Tours, followed by tea or coffee, and freshly-made damper. We then continue north to Daintree Village, on the banks of the mighty Daintree River, and on to the secluded 4...
From $169 AUD
Barron River Rafting & Kuranda Adventure Includes Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Includes Army Duck Rainforest Tour, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Koala & Wildlife Park.
From $215 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$25
Drive-Fly 4WD Cooktown Adventure You will be collected by our air-conditioned four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle. Travel north along the Captain Cook Highway, one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives towards the World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park, crossing the mighty Daintree River by cable ferry. ...
From $345 AUD
Cape Tribulation Day Tour Enjoy an unforgettable day of fun, discovery and adventure explore the majestic rainforest, pristine rivers and white sandy beaches of the World Heritage Listed Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks with our professional, friendly and experienced guides. Por...
From $109 AUD
Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours & Nightwalks There’s a new species in the world’s oldest rainforest… the JUNGLE SURFER. Set in the pristine Daintree rainforest at Cape Tribulation, Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours takes you on a unique rainforest tour where your feet don’t touch the ground. Jungle Surfers fly thr...
From $112 AUD
Daintree 4WD Wanderer - Luxury Eco Tour Departing your accommodation we travel through the rich farming areas toward the World Heritage Listed forest region of the Daintree National Park. We step aboard our own personalised craft for a cruise on the mirrored smooth waters of the Daintree River. We cruise close to riverbanks ...
From $270 AUD
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Eco Experience Journey to Port Douglas via the Captain Cook Highway, one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives. The Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary – Explore Australia’s leading environmental wildlife experience with a guided tour through the three wildlife environments depic...
From $155 AUD
Cape Tribulation Day Tour Experience unique Australian wildlife at Daintree Mangrove Wildlife Sanctuary - Take a wildlife cruise on the Daintree River- look for the large 'crocs' that live here... We head North on the scenic coastal road in a comfortable air-conditioned bus to Mossman. The highway snakes along th...
From $124 AUD
Raft & Rainforest Combo - ex Cairns Includes The Rainforest Habitat, Mossman Gorge, Daintree River Cruise, Lunch, & Cape Tribulation Beach... Please note: Accommodation is not included. If you want your accommodation pre-booked we have a range of options available - Ask one of our travel advisors for more information....
From $290 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$30
Cape Tribulation & Daintree Eco Experience Extend your Cape Tribulation experience and stay overnight at the Cape Tribulation Resort & Spa... DAY ONE Enjoy one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives via the Captain Cook Highway. The Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary Morning Tea included. ...
From $375 AUD
Cooktown & Rainbow Serpent Tour Day 1: Daintree & Cape TribulationYou will be collected from your accommodation by our air-conditioned 4wd vehicle, and travel north to Cooktown on the Bama Way. The journey takes you across the Daintree River by cable ferry, then along one of Australia’s most scenic coastal routes throug...
From $575 AUD
Cooktown & Rainbow Serpent Tour- ex Cairns Day 1 (L)After collecting you from your accommodation in our air-conditioned four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle, we travel north along the Captain Cook Highway. Our journey takes us across the Daintree River by cable ferry, then along one of Australia’s most scenic coastal routes through the World...
From $479 AUD
Reef Cruise & Daintree Eco Experience This great tour shows you the highlights of Australia's Great Barrier Reef as well as exploring the pristine Daintree National Park. Day One- Great Barrier Reef Discover the real reef as you join Sunlover Reef Cruises luxury day cruise to our large pontoon (floating platform) located at Moor...
From $353 AUD
2 day Cooktown Explorer Day 1 (L) You will be collected by our air-conditioned four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle. We travel north along the Captain Cook Highway, one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives towards the World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park, crossing the mighty Daintree River by cable...
From $359 AUD
Cape Tribulation Adventure Tour Experience the natural beauty of the Daintree National Park, see ancient Rainforests ,and cruise the Daintree River spotting 'crocs' and other wildlife. Your tour commences at your accommodation in Cairns where our enthusiastic Rainforest Guide collects you. Cape Trib Connections depar...
Great Barrier Reef & Cape Tribulation Adventure One of our most popular packages, with one full day on each tour this package gives you the time you need to fully appreciate these amazing World Heritage Listed Sites. From the diversity of the Outer Great Barrier Reef to the beautiful pristine Daintree Rainforest and white sandy beaches of Cape Tr...
From $179 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$20 (Osprey V)
Cape Tribulation and Cooktown Wanderer Day 1 (L) This morning you will be collected from your accommodation by our industry partner Billy Tea Bush Safaris. Travel north along the scenic route to Mossman, lush farmland contrasts with seascape as we approach the majestic Daintree River. A short morning tea break, then its 'all ab...
From $469 AUD
* *Local Payment $20
Indigenous Cultural Adventure - ex Cairns Day 1 (LD) Cairns – Cape Tribulation Today, your journey of discovery begins as you travel north along one of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives to Cooya Beach to join Kubirri Warra brothers on one of their beach, mudflat and mangrove walks. Linc and Brandon Walker, ...
From $969 AUD
3 day Great Barrier Reef & Cape Tribulation Tour See the highlights of tropical north Queensland, majestic rainforests, pristine rivers and white sandy beaches of the World Heritage listed Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks. Here you will cruise down the majestic Daintree River spotting Crocodiles... Day 1 : Cape Tribulation / Daintre...
From $355 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$20
Raft, Rainforest and Reef - ex Cairns Includes The Rainforest Habitat, Mossman Gorge, Daintree River Cruise, Lunch, Cape Tribulation Beach, Accommodation at Cape Trib Beach House & Rumrunner Reef Trip.
From $450 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$30
4 day Cape Tribulation & Great Barrier Reef Tour Full day Cape Trib.Cruise down the majestic Daintree River spotting Crocodiles and taking in the local wildlife. plus overnight on Great Barrier Reef...exploring the marine and coral life. Day 1 : Cape Tribulation / Daintree National Park Travelling along the coast we visit Port Douglas on our w...
From $495 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$40
4 day Great Barrier Reef & Cape Tribulation Tour 2 days in Cape Trib, plus a full day on the reef...we visit Port Douglas on our way to the majestic rainforests, pristine rivers and white sandy beaches of the World Heritage listed Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks. Day 1 & 2: Cape Tribulation / Daintree National Park Travelling...
From $385 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$20
5 day Daintree & Great Barrier Reef Adventure Tour 2 days Daintree + 2 days Great Barrier Reef. Visit Port Douglas on our way to the majestic rainforests, pristine rivers and white sandy beaches of the World Heritage listed Cape Tribulation and Daintree National Parks. Day 1 & 2: Cape Tribulation / Daintree National Park Travelling along th...
From $535 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$40
6 day Rafting, Great Barrier Reef & Cape Tribulation Tour The Ultimate Adventure Package...awesome day out rafting grade 3-4 rapids over 5 hours. Snorkelling on the Great Barrier Reef, spotting 'Crocs" on the Daintree River...Day 1: Arrive CairnsFly to Cairns (at own expense). Cairns is the adventure playground of Australia offering bungy jumping, whi...
From $585 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$50
Cairns to Airlie Beach Backpacker Tour North Queensland offers a playground of natural attractions for you to explore over the next 7 days. You’ll experience everything from sailing in a tropical paradise to ancient lush rainforests. With plenty of meals included, quality budget accommodation already sorted and heaps to keep ...
From $1295 AUD
Airlie Beach to Cairns Backpacker Tour North Queensland offers a playground of natural attractions for you to explore over the next 7 days. You’ll experience everything from sailing in a tropical island paradise to ancient lush rainforests. With plenty of meals included, quality accommodation already sorte...
From $1295 AUD
7 Days Cape York Frontier - Cairns to Cairns Face the far north wilderness on a 4WD safari Cape York Frontier. Visit Daintree National Park, Cooktown, Lakefield National Park and Thursday Island.Day 1: Cairns - CooktownDepart Cairns at 7.00am. Travel north through the Daintree Rainforest. Cross the infamous Daintree River by cable ferry and tr...
From $3195 AUD
Express Rail Adventure (Brisbane to Cairns) This package is the ideal way to see Australia's East Coast on a budget whilst meeting other like minded travelers. All our transport is on scheduled services of the national rail network, to ensure a comfortable ride between highlights. In each location you are looked after by local tour guides...
From $1325 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$90
Cairns to Gold Coast Backpacker Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting some of these on your journey south over the next 11 days, kicking off your tour with an evening aboriginal cultural experience tailor-made e...
From $1995 AUD
Gold Coast to Cairns Backpacker Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting the major highlights on your journey north over the next 11 days, culminating in an evening aboriginal cultural experience tailor-made exclus...
From $1995 AUD
12 day Byron Bay or Brisbane to Cairns Tour Day 1 to 4: Hervey Bay, Fraser Island & Capricorn CoastDay 5 to 7: Airlie Beach & Whitsunday's Day 8 & 9: Cairns & Great Barrier ReefDay 10 &11: Cape Tribulation & Daintree National ParkDay 12: END Cairns Day 1 to 4: Byron Bay, Gold Coast or Brisbane to Fraser Isla...
From $1395 AUD
* *Includes Local Payment AU$20
12 Days East Coast Explorer Cairns to Sydney Discover Australia’s eastern coast on AAT Kings’ East Coast Discovery. Enjoy a 4WD tour on Fraser Island, Byron Bay, Daydream Island, Atherton Tablelands, the Great Barrier Reef & CairnsDay 1: Arrive CairnsOn arrival in Cairns you will be transferred to your hotel. Make the most of y...
From $3609 AUD
12 day Gold Coast or Brisbane to Cairns Tour Day 1 to 4: Hervey Bay, Fraser Island & Capricorn CoastDay 5 to 7: Airlie Beach & Whitsunday's Day 8 & 9: Cairns & Great Barrier ReefDay 10 &11: Cape Tribulation & Daintree National ParkDay 12: END Cairns Day 1 to 4: Byron Bay, Gold Coast or Brisbane to Fraser Isla...
From $1395 AUD
* *Includes Local Payment AU$20
Queensland Rail Adventure (Brisbane to Cairns) The Queensland Rail Adventure is the ideal way to see Australia's East Coast on a budget whilst meeting other like minded travelers. All our transport is on scheduled services of the national rail network, to ensure a comfortable ride between highlights. In each location you are looked after by ...
From $1595 AUD
* *Local Payment $90
14 day Sydney to Cairns Adventure Tour Day 1 to 4: Surf Camp, Byron Bay & Gold Coast** Day 5 to 8: Hervey Bay, Fraser Island & Capricorn CoastDay 9 to 11: Airlie Beach & Whitsunday's Day 12 to 13: Cairns & Great Barrier ReefDay 14: END Cairns Day 1 to 4: Surf Camp, Byron Bay & Gold Coast** The fun begins wit...
From $1295 AUD
* *Includes Local Payment AU$20
14 day Express Rail Adventure (Sydney to Cairns) This package is the ideal way to see Australia's East Coast on a budget whilst meeting other like minded travelers. All our transport is on scheduled services of the national rail network, to ensure a comfortable ride between highlights. In each location you are looked after by local tour guides...
From $1570 AUD
* *Local Payment $25
14 Day Sydney to Cairns Coach Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting the major highlights on your journey north over the next 14 days, culminating in an evening aboriginal cultural experience tailor-made exclus...
From $2395 AUD
15 day Sydney to Cairns Coach Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting the major highlights on your journey north over the next 15 days, culminating in an evening aboriginal cultural experience tailor-made exclus...
From $2630 AUD
15 Day East Coast Rail Adventure (Sydney to Cairns) The East Coast Rail Adventure is the ideal way to see Australia's East Coast on a budget whilst meeting other like minded travelers. All our transport is on scheduled services of the national rail network, to ensure a comfortable ride between highlights. In each location you are looked after by ...
From $1895 AUD
* *Local Payment AU$90
Cairns to Sydney Backpacker Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting some of these on your journey south over the next 15 days, kicking off your tour with an adventure to the World Heritage Daintree Region.&nbs...
From $2630 AUD
16 or 18 day Cairns to Sydney Backpacker Flexi Touring This package is the ideal way to see Australia on a budget whilst meeting other likeminded travellers. All our transport is on scheduled services of the national deluxe coach network, to ensure a comfortable ride between highlights. In each location you are looked after by local tour guides th...
From $1495 AUD
* *Includes Local Payment AU$20
16 Day Sydney to Cairns Tour (Incl. Cape Trib) Day 1 to 4: Surf Camp, Byron Bay & Gold Coast** Day 5 to 8: Hervey Bay, Fraser Island & Capricorn CoastDay 9 to 11: Airlie Beach & Whitsunday's Day 12 to 13: Cairns & Great Barrier ReefDay 14 to 15: Cape Tribulation & Daintree National ParkDay ...
From $1495 AUD
* *Includes local payment AU$20
Alice Springs to Sydney Adventure Tour From the heart of the Red Centre to the golden coast this adventure allows you to experience two very different sides of Australia. You’ll combine rich red outback dust with white sandy beaches; wicked coastal nightlife and massive clear night stars! This is one very cool adventure...
From $3185 AUD
Sydney to Alice Springs Adventure Tour From cosmopolitan cities to the rugged outback; and the golden beaches to the tropical rainforests, you’ll be seeing all this and more over the next 25 days! Combine these fabulous sights from Sydney to Alice Springs with two awesome crew and fellow travellers who will become life-long friends...
From $3185 AUD
Sydney to Darwin Adventure Tour From cosmopolitan cities to the rugged outback; and the golden beaches to the tropical rainforests, you’ll be seeing all this and more over the next 25 days! Combine these fabulous sights from Sydney to Darwin with two awesome crew and fellow travellers who will become life-long friends and yo...
