Daintree Experience FAQ
What types of tours are available?
Daintree Experience offers a range of guided rainforest walking tours, including a Half-day tour, a Full-day tour, and Private adventures.
All tours feature easy rainforest walks, swimming at a private waterfall, and a gourmet rainforest lunch. The Full-day tour includes a Daintree River crocodile cruise.
Where do tours depart from?
Most people meet us in Port Douglas.
Your guide will collect you from your accommodation in Port Douglas, or Mossman.
If you are staying in Cairns, the best option is usually to hire a car (approx $100 per day) and meet us at the IGA Supermarket car park in Port Douglas. We offer some other recommendations for travelling from Cairns below.
If you are travelling from the Cape Tribulation area, meet your guide at the Daintree River ferry crossing. Select “Solar Whisper” as your pickup location.
If you have any questions at all, please be in contact with Allister directly via email DaintreeExperience@gmail.com or telephone 0467 552 660.
Are the tours suitable for all fitness levels?
The rainforest walks are not steep or difficult but do require good fitness and balance. We recommend an age range of 10-65 years.
Can children join the tour?
Most tours are suitable for families with children aged 10 years and up because of the tour duration and terrain. If you have any questions, please enquire directly if booking with children under 10.
Insurance and Liability
You will be asked to sign a WAIVER of Liability.
We recommend you take out travel insurance.
Refunds
To receive a full refund (less fees), travellers may cancel up to 24 hours before the tour start time.
No refunds will be given after that time.
If we cancel due to weather, you will receive a full refund.
What is included in the price?
Fully guided tour to the Waterfall
Transfers from Port Douglas or other meeting locations
Gourmet lunch and fruit tasting experience
Crocodile cruise (on Full-day tours)
All National park fees and permits
What should I bring?
Comfortable walking shoes with good grip
Swimwear and towel for waterfall swim
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen, sunglasses)
Insect repellent (or long sleeves/pants)
Refillable water bottle (not glass)
Fresh clothes for after the swim (to keep my carseats dry)
Light rain jacket or poncho, especially in wet season (Dec-April)
Camera
Optional: swimming goggles
What if it rains?
The rainforest is spectacular in all weather, and tours operate rain or shine.
Bring a light raincoat.
We may have to cancel the tour in heavy rain.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Dietary needs can usually be accommodated with advance notice; please advise at booking.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
No, current tours involve uneven natural terrain and are not wheelchair accessible.
How many people are on the tour?
We prefer small groups (maximum 11 people) to ensure a personalised experience.
Private tours are available for families or groups.
Discounts apply for groups of four or more.
How do I book the tour?
Book via this website using the Book Now button.
Or contact Allister directly via email DaintreeExperience@gmail.com or telephone 0467 552 660. I am usually out on tour each day, and will respond in the evening.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Online payment, Cash, Card, PayPal.
All prices include GST and are valid until 31st March 2027.
How do I get to the departure point from Cairns?
If you are travelling up from Cairns, you can meet your guide in Port Douglas at the IGA Supermarket carpark.
Do you require a transfer from Cairns?
Car hire is probably the cheapest way to meet us in Port Douglas, unless you are a solo traveller - shuttle bus may be a little less.
MiniCarRentals.com.au in Cairns have cars from $80 per day including insurance
Palm Cove car hire: PalmCoveRentaCar.com.au (from $100 per day)
Try ExemplarOnline.com.au for direct shuttle bus Cairns to Port Douglas. $56 per person each way.
ILovePortDouglas.com.au ~ Tesla transfers between Cairns and Port Douglas ~ eg. $149 per trip up to 4 people. Also larger vehicles. (Call +61 437 783 852 ~ say Allister sent you😉)
Are you travelling from Cape Tribulation?
If you are staying north of the Daintree River (eg. Cape Tribulation, Diwan), you may meet us in the morning at Solar Whisper Wildlife and Crocodile Cruises car park.
Select Solar Whisper as your pickup location as you checkout.
I love the photos on your website. Who took them?
Photos of the Daintree Rainforest were taken by Martin Stringer & Johnathan Benfer.
Do you have additional questions?
Reach out via DaintreeExperience@gmail.com or call Allister on 0467 552 660 for any special requests, accessibility needs, or further queries. I am out on tour each day, and will respond in the evening.