# Destination Daintree

> Destination Daintree is the visitor guide to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation in Tropical North Queensland, Australia, published by the Daintree Marketing Co-operative, a not-for-profit group of local tourism businesses. It covers things to do, tours, accommodation, places to eat, the Daintree River ferry and practical trip-planning advice.

The Daintree is part of the Wet Tropics of Queensland World Heritage Area, where ancient rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef, and is the Country of the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people. Business listings include contact details and are maintained by the co-operative and its members. Opening hours, prices and road conditions change seasonally, so visitors should confirm details with each business before travelling.

## Plan your visit

- [Plan Your Trip](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/plan-your-trip/): Plan your Daintree visit: getting here, the Daintree River ferry, self-drive itineraries, the best time to visit, safety tips and visitor maps.
- [Discover the Daintree](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/discover-the-daintree/): Discover the ancient Daintree Rainforest, the Great Barrier Reef, rivers and beaches, local history and the living culture of the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people.
- [Daintree Wildlife](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-wildlife/): Meet the Daintree’s wildlife, from southern cassowaries and crocodiles to tree-kangaroos, frogs and butterflies, and find out where to see them.
- [FAQs](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/faqs/): Answers to common Daintree questions: 4WD access, the ferry, crocodiles, swimming, mobile coverage, the best time to visit and more.
- [About Destination Daintree](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/about-us/): Who we are – the Daintree Marketing Co-operative, our members and how to join.

## Explore by category

- [Things to Do](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/things-to-do/): River cruises, reef trips, rainforest walks, wildlife, fishing and food experiences. Explore the best things to do in the Daintree Rainforest.
- [Daintree Map](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-map/): Interactive map of local accommodation, cafes, shops, tours and attractions from Port Douglas to Cape Tribulation.
- [Walking Tours](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/walking-tours/): Guided rainforest walks and night walks with local guides, plus free self-guided national park boardwalks at Jindalba, Marrdja and Dubuji.
- [Rainforest](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/rainforest/): Daintree Rainforest attractions and guided tours, including the Daintree Discovery Centre canopy tower, ziplining, Cassowary Falls and guided day and night walks.
- [River and Reef](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/river-reef/): Spot crocodiles on a Daintree River cruise or snorkel the Great Barrier Reef from Cape Tribulation. Compare local river and reef tour operators.
- [Adventure](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/adventure/): Zipline through the canopy, ride horses on the beach, paddle the Mossman River or explore by 4WD. Find adventure activities in the Daintree.
- [Fishing](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/fishing/): Fish the Daintree River with a local guide or catch a barramundi at a local farm. Find Daintree fishing tours and charters.
- [Foodies](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/foodies/): Taste tropical fruit ice cream, tour local farms, try fresh barramundi and local produce. Discover the best food experiences in the Daintree.
- [Wildlife Tours & Cruises](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/wildlife/): See crocodiles, cassowaries, birds and nocturnal wildlife with local guides. Compare Daintree wildlife cruises, night walks and birdwatching tours.
- [Indigenous Experiences](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/indigenous-experiences/): Learn about Eastern Kuku Yalanji culture on guided walks and cultural tours with Traditional Owners in the Daintree and Mossman.
- [Guided Day Trips](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/guided-day-trips/): Join a guided day trip to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation from Cairns or Port Douglas, with river cruises, rainforest walks and wildlife.
- [Where to Stay](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/where-to-stay/): Daintree accommodation from camping and caravan parks to eco-lodges, cabins and holiday homes in Cape Tribulation, Cow Bay, Diwan and Daintree Village.
- [Places to Eat and Shop](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/places-to-eat-and-shop/): Cafés, restaurants, ice creameries, general stores and fuel across the Daintree. Find where to eat and shop between the ferry and Cape Tribulation.
- [Restaurants](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/restaurants-in-the-daintree/): From rainforest cafés and beachside bars to lodge dining, find restaurants and cafés in Cape Tribulation, Cow Bay, Diwan and Daintree Village.
- [Shops and Services](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/shops-and-services-in-the-daintree/): Groceries, fuel, bottle shops, the Daintree River ferry and visitor information centres. Find essential shops and services in the Daintree.

## Where to stay

- [Cape Trib Beach House](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cape-trib-beach-house/): Cape Trib Beach House offers cabins and dorms in the rainforest beside Cape Tribulation beach, with Tides Bar and Restaurant on site.
- [Cape Trib Beach House – Tides Bar and Restaurant](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cape-trib-beach-house-tides-bar-and-restaurant/): Tides Bar and Restaurant at Cape Trib Beach House, a relaxed rainforest restaurant and bar steps from Cape Tribulation beach.
- [Cape Tribulation Camping](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cape-tribulation-camping/): Beachfront camping, caravan sites and cabins at Cape Tribulation Camping, home of The Sandbar restaurant, steps from the beach.
- [Cape Tribulation Getaway](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cape-tribulation-getaway/): Cape Tribulation Getaway holiday home, self-contained accommodation close to the beach and rainforest at Cape Tribulation.
- [Cockatoo Hill Retreat](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cockatoo-hill-retreat/): Cockatoo Hill Retreat in Diwan, peaceful rainforest accommodation for couples looking for a quiet Daintree escape.
- [Daintree Crocodylus](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-crocodylus/): Wooden and canvas bungalows set in 21 acres of private rainforest at Daintree Crocodylus in Cow Bay, with a café and night walks.
- [Daintree Ecolodge](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-ecolodge/): Daintree Ecolodge offers tree-house style bayans in the rainforest with a spa, restaurant and nature experiences near Daintree Village.
- [Daintree Rainforest Village](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-rainforest-village/): Caravan and camping sites, cabins, a café and fuel at Daintree Rainforest Village in Diwan, in the heart of the Daintree.
- [Daintree Riverfalls](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-riverfalls/): Daintree Riverfalls holiday accommodation in the Upper Daintree, a peaceful rainforest retreat beside the river.
- [Daintree Riverview Lodge and Van Park](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-riverview-lodges-and-van-park/): Riverside cabins, caravan and camping sites in Daintree Village with views over the Daintree River, close to cafés and river cruises.
- [Daintree Seascapes](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-seascapes/): Daintree Seascapes holiday homes at Cow Bay, close to the beach and rainforest, ideal for couples and families exploring the Daintree.
- [Daintree Secrets](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-secrets/): Daintree Secrets rainforest retreat in Diwan, private accommodation set in lush rainforest for a relaxing Daintree escape.
- [Daintree Siesta](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-siesta/): Affordable motel-style cabins, caravan and camping sites in the Daintree rainforest at Diwan, with family-friendly facilities.
- [Daintree Village Parkview](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-village-parkview/): Self-contained holiday accommodation in Daintree Village, close to the river, cafés and Daintree River wildlife cruises.
- [Daintree Wilderness Lodge](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-wilderness-lodge/): Elevated rainforest cabins hidden in a fan palm gully at Daintree Wilderness Lodge in Diwan, with the Cycad Restaurant for guests.
- [Deep Forest Lodge](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/deep-forest-lodge/): Self-catering rainforest cabins at Deep Forest Lodge in Diwan, with studio cabins and a family cabin under the rainforest canopy.
- [Gateway Cassowary Falls Daintree](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/gateway-cassowary-falls-daintree/): Self-contained cabins at Gateway Cassowary Falls in the Upper Daintree, surrounded by rainforest, waterfalls and wildlife.
- [Jabiru Lodge](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/jabiru-lodge/): Jabiru Lodge near Daintree Village, a peaceful self-contained retreat surrounded by rainforest.
- [Jabiru Stay Daintree Village](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/jabiru-stay-daintree-village/): Jabiru Stay, holiday accommodation in the heart of Daintree Village, an easy base for river cruises, birdwatching and exploring.
- [mist at Cape Tribulation](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/mist-at-cape-tribulation/): mist at Cape Tribulation, boutique self-contained accommodation set in the rainforest close to Cape Tribulation’s beaches.
- [Safari Lodge](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/safari-lodge/): Modern cabins and camping in the heart of Cape Tribulation, an easy base for exploring the rainforest, beaches and the Great Barrier Reef.
- [Wait A While Eco Retreat](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/wait-a-while-eco-retreat/): Eco retreat in the rainforest at Cow Bay, a peaceful Daintree holiday home surrounded by nature and close to the beaches.
- [Wompoo Eco Retreat](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/wompoo-eco-retreat/): Two private bungalows beside World Heritage rainforest at Cow Bay with views of Thornton Peak, Cape Tribulation and the Coral Sea.

## Restaurants and cafés

- [Croc Xpresso Cafe & Bar](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/croc-xpresso/): Croc Xpresso café and bar in Daintree Village, serving coffee, breakfast and lunch before or after a Daintree River cruise.
- [Daintree Crocodylus Crocs Cafe](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-crocodylus-crocs-cafe/): Relaxed café and licensed bar at Daintree Crocodylus in Cow Bay, serving home-cooked breakfasts and dinners in the rainforest.
- [Daintree Ice Cream Company](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-ice-cream-company/): The Original Daintree Ice Cream Company in Diwan makes ice cream from tropical fruit grown in its own orchard. Orchard tours available.
- [Daintree Saltwater Barramundi](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-saltwater-barramundi/): Visit a working saltwater barramundi farm at Wonga Beach and learn how fine barramundi are hand-reared, harvested and brought to the table.
- [Daintree Siesta Restaurant](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-siesta-restaurant/): Daintree Siesta Restaurant in Diwan serves relaxed meals in the rainforest for guests and visitors exploring the Daintree.
- [Floravilla Ice Cream Factory](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/floravilla-ice-cream-factory/): Floravilla Ice Cream Factory at Cow Bay makes ice cream from local tropical fruit, a sweet stop on your Daintree road trip.
- [Hook-a-Barra](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/hook-a-barra/): Try your hand at catching a barramundi at Hook-a-Barra in Wonga Beach, a fun fishing experience for families on the way to the Daintree.
- [Julaymba Restaurant – Daintree Ecolodge](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/julaymba-restaurant-daintree-ecolodge/): Julaymba Restaurant at Daintree Ecolodge serves seasonal dishes featuring native ingredients, overlooking a rainforest lagoon.
- [Masons Cafe](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/masons-cafe/): Mason’s Café at Cape Tribulation, a relaxed spot for meals, snacks and drinks while exploring the rainforest and beaches.
- [The Sandbar](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/the-sandbar/): Casual beachside bar and restaurant at Cape Tribulation Camping, with wood-fired pizzas and drinks just steps from the beach.
- [Turtle Rock Cafe](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/turtle-rock-cafe/): Turtle Rock Café at Cape Tribulation serves breakfast, lunch and coffee, close to the beach and rainforest.

## Tours, activities and attractions

- [Daintree Discovery Tours](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-discovery-tours/): Small-group full-day and half-day Daintree Rainforest tours from Port Douglas with Mossman Gorge, a Daintree River cruise and Cape Tribulation.
- [Rainforest Connections Walk](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/rainforest-connections-walk/): A guided forest-bathing walk through ancient Daintree rainforest at Daintree Siesta in Diwan, slowing down to connect with nature.
- [Back Country Bliss](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/back-country-bliss/): Back Country Bliss adventure tours in the southern Daintree, exploring rivers, rainforest and waterfalls with local guides.
- [Cape Tribulation Horse Rides](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cape-tribulation-horse-rides/): Horse rides through rainforest and along the beach at Cape Tribulation, suitable for beginners and experienced riders.
- [Cape Tribulation Wilderness Cruises](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cape-tribulation-wilderness-cruises/): Cape Tribulation Wilderness Cruises explore mangrove creeks near Thornton Beach to spot crocodiles, birds and rainforest wildlife.
- [Cassowary Falls](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/cassowary-falls/): Cassowary Falls in the Upper Daintree, with guided rainforest and waterfall experiences on a private property.
- [Crocodile Express Greater Daintree Wildlife Cruises](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/crocodile-express-daintree-wildlife-cruises/): Crocodile Express Daintree River cruises from Daintree Village and the ferry, spotting crocodiles, birds and mangrove wildlife.
- [Daintree Boatman Wildlife Cruises](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-boatman-wildlife-cruises/): Daintree River wildlife cruises from Daintree Village with the Daintree Boatman, spotting crocodiles, birds and rainforest wildlife.
- [Daintree Crocodylus Night Walks](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-crocodylus-night-walks/): Guided night walks through the Daintree rainforest at Cow Bay to spot nocturnal wildlife, from frogs and spiders to possums and more.
- [Daintree Discovery Centre](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-discovery-centre/): Explore the rainforest from the forest floor to the canopy at the Daintree Discovery Centre in Cow Bay, with boardwalks and a canopy tower.
- [Daintree Experience](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-experience/): Small-group Daintree tours with local guides, including river cruises, rainforest walks and wildlife experiences.
- [Daintree River Fishing and Photography Tour](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-river-fishing-and-photography-tour/): Guided fishing and photography tours on the Daintree River with a local guide, departing from the ferry boat ramp at Lower Daintree.
- [Daintree River Wild Watch](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-river-wild-watch/): Small-group Daintree River wildlife cruises from Daintree Village, including sunrise and birdwatching trips with expert guides.
- [Daintree Sensations – Food Bus Tour](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-sensations-food-bus-tour/): A guided food bus tour from Port Douglas through the Daintree, tasting local produce, tropical fruit and farm-fresh flavours.
- [Daintree Tours](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-tours/): Experience Co Daintree tours from Port Douglas to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, with river cruises, walks and wildlife.
- [FNQ Nature Tours](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/fnq-nature-tours/): Small-group nature and nocturnal wildlife tours to the Daintree from Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas with expert local guides.
- [Masons Tours](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/masons-tours/): Private 4WD and rainforest tours with Mason’s Tours, exploring Cape Tribulation, the Bloomfield Track and local secrets with a local guide.
- [Ocean Safari](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/ocean-safari/): Small-group snorkelling trips to the Great Barrier Reef from Cape Tribulation with Ocean Safari, a short ride from the beach.
- [Solar Whisper](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/solar-whisper/): Quiet, solar-powered Daintree River cruises for spotting crocodiles, birds and wildlife, departing from Lower Daintree near the ferry.
- [Treetops Adventure Cape Tribulation](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/treetops-adventures-cape-tribulation/): Zipline through the rainforest canopy at Cape Tribulation with Treetops Adventure, a guided adventure high above the forest floor.
- [Wildlife Habitat](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/wildlife-habitat/): Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas lets you see crocodiles, kangaroos, cassowaries and birds up close in natural rainforest and wetland habitats.
- [Windswell](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/windswell/): Guided stand-up paddleboard tours on the Mossman River with Windswell, paddling crystal-clear rainforest waters near Mossman Gorge.

## Shops, services and visitor information

- [Bamanga Murruku Visitor Centre](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/bamanga-murruku-visitor-centre/): A cultural visitor hub at Cape Tribulation celebrating the living culture of the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people, with stories shared by Traditional Owners.
- [Daintree Ferry](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-ferry/): The Daintree River Ferry is the gateway to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation. Hours, fares, tickets and tips for crossing the river.
- [Daintree Rainforest Village Fuel and Shop](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-rainforest-village-fuel-and-shop/): General store and fuel station at Daintree Rainforest Village in Diwan, with groceries, takeaway and supplies north of the Daintree River.
- [Daintree Tourist Information Centre](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/daintree-tourist-information-centre/): Visitor information in Daintree Village: local advice, maps and bookings for river cruises, tours and experiences across the Daintree.
- [Friendly Grocer Cape Tribulation](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/friendly-grocer-cape-tribulation/): Friendly Grocer at Cape Tribulation, a convenience store with groceries, drinks and everyday supplies north of the Daintree River.
- [Masons Store and Bottle Shop](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/masons-store/): Mason’s general store and bottle shop at Cape Tribulation, with groceries, drinks and supplies for your Daintree stay.
- [Scomazzons Farm Store](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/scomazzons-farm-store/): Farm store at Miallo selling fresh local produce, tropical fruit, groceries, ice cream and cold drinks on the way to the Daintree.
- [The Daintree Shop](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/the-daintree-shop/): Port Douglas tour information centre and souvenir shop with free, personalised itineraries for Daintree rainforest and reef tours.
- [Yalada Tours](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/yalada-tours/): Guided rainforest walks with Eastern Kuku Yalanji guides, sharing culture, bush knowledge and stories of one of the oldest rainforests on Earth.

## Optional

- [Home](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/): Destination Daintree home page.
- [Greater Daintree Map](https://www.crocodileexpress.com/greater-daintree-map/): Visitor map of the Daintree region.
- [Sitemap](https://www.destinationdaintree.com/sitemap.xml): Full list of pages.