**Please note there has been an itinerary change for the Daintree Rainforest Day due to a weather event - please see more information below.**
The best Cairns tour package and our best seller! Welcome to Tropical North Queensland where the Rainforest meets the Reef – and you have two stunning World Heritage areas to explore. With Down Under Cruise and Dive and Billy Tea Safaris, you can discover both the reef and rainforest with a local company that has been operating for over 30 years!
Over 2 action-packed days, you get to experience the Great Barrier Reef with Down Under Cruise & Dive aboard Evolution, then explore the wonders of Cape Tribulation and the famous Daintree National Park.
Departs: daily - tours do not have to be on consecutive days.
Reef Day Tour:
Rainforest Day Tour:
Join the best Cairns reef tour, and travel onboard the most luxurious and spacious super-yacht, Evolution, to the Outer Great Barrier Reef for your snorkelling experience. The 35-metre superyacht, Evolution, departs Cairns with a record 5 hours spent exploring 2 spectacular and exclusive outer Great Barrier Reef locations for an adventure-filled day!
In the afternoon you have the option to add additional reef activities. Join us on the Semi-Submersible Tour learning about the reef with our marine biologist or add a scenic helicopter flight over the reef. Finally, you'll cruise back to Cairns while enjoying a free glass of wine and a snack while you reflect on your day on the Great Barrier Reef.
**Temporary Itinerary Change**
While the Daintree Ferry is undergoing repairs following recent severe weather event, we are pleased to offer an alternate full-day touring experience showcasing some of the very best of the Daintree.
Departing from Cairns, the day begins with a visit to Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, where you’ll enjoy around 1.5 hours to explore the sanctuary at your own pace. Wander through immersive wildlife environments, encounter iconic Australian animals, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of this award-winning park. Guests also have the option to hand-feed kangaroos, or purchase a souvenir photo with a koala.
We then continue north for a relaxing 1-hour Daintree River cruise with Daintree River Cruise Centre, offering the chance to take in the beauty of this remarkable river system while keeping watch for crocodiles, birdlife, and other native wildlife.
After the cruise, enjoy lunch at the scenic Daintree Beach Resort at Wonga Beach. With direct beach access, guests can take in beautiful coastal views stretching toward the Daintree River mouth and Snapper Island, making this a memorable stop to relax and soak up the surroundings.
The afternoon finishes with approximately 2 hours at Mossman Gorge Daintree National Park, where you’ll enjoy a guided walk through this spectacular rainforest setting, followed by time to swim in the cool, clear waters of the gorge.
Your day in the Daintree:
Usual itinerary:
Embark on a full-day adventure to the Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef! Sit back and relax in comfort in a custom-built 4WD air-conditioned vehicle while listening to informative and entertaining commentary by your local naturalist guide. Group size is limited for a more personalised experience.
As one of the only tour operators to travel on the Bloomfield Track, your experience will be like no other. Spot crocodiles on a Daintree River cruise, learn about the flora, fauna and history of the Daintree on a guided boardwalk tour, take a 4WD ride through a World Heritage-listed rainforest on the rugged Bloomfield Track, enjoy lunch at a local Daintree Rainforest cafe, visit Cape Tribulation Beach and enjoy a homemade Daintree ice-cream on your journey home.
No, multi-day tours do not need to be consecutive. As we are operating different days for different tours, they may not be able to be consecutive either.
Please choose your first day as the 4WD tour. Once booked, please contact our reservations team by phone 07 4052 8300 or email reservations@downunderdive.com.au to book your preferred days of travel for your other tours.
Outer Reef Day Tour:
Daintree Rainforest Tour:
**Please note the itinerary change in the tour description above**
Reef Cruise:
Rainforest tour:
Helicopter: 130kg weight restrictions apply for helicopter rides.
Diving: All divers must complete a Queensland Medical Questionnaire onboard. Certified divers must show an internationally recognised scuba card. Minimum age for Introductory divers and dive courses: 12+ years and Certified divers: 10+ years. Please read the important diving safety information prior to booking.