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Things to do
ImageThe Daintree Icecream Company. Discover the exotic tastes of the world famous Daintree Icecream Company. Made from local seasonal fruit like mango, coconut and wattle seed. Try the fantastic flavours and discover why Daintree Icecream Company is so popular with visitors.
ImageThe Great Barrier Reef. Just 45 minutes off shore from Cape Tribulation is the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. This is the only place in the world where two World Heritage areas exist side-by-side. These coral reefs are unchanged by human interference and shelter myriad of fishes, anemones, corals and sea-ferns.
ImageBeaches. Only 5 minutes drive from Coral Sea Views to beautiful white beaches. Picture perfect white sandy beaches fringe the tropical rain forest and just off shore are snorkellers and scuba divers can dive among the reefs.
ImageWorld Heritage Listed Rainforest. The Cape Tribulation section of the Daintree is one of the most ancient and primitive rain forests in the world, dating back 135 million years. It is well worth taking a guided tour into the rainforest, so that you can appreciate what you are seeing. These rain forests were listed on the World Heritage List in 1988.
ImageLook out for the elusive Southern Cassowary. An endangered species, the Southern Cassowary grows to 2 meters tall and can weigh 85 kilograms. The daintree is a prime location for spotting these elusive creatures.
ImageCooper Creek Wilderness. If you want to see the best of the Daintree Rainforest, come to Cooper Creek Wilderness - the sacred heart of the 135-million year old living museum. Explore the rainforest's secrets with an experienced local expert. Tours provide exclusive experiences away from mass tourism and boardwalks. Only Cooper Creek Wilderness can guide you through World Heritage Rainforest on a natural trail. ADVANCED ECOTOURISM ACCREDITED PRODUCTS. www.ccwild.com
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Daintree Rainforest River Trains. Enjoy the wildlife of the World Heritage Daintree River aboard the world’s only floating river train – a first in eco tourism. Choose a 1hr or 1.5 hr river cruise, and then do the guided mangrove rainforest boardwalk on private riverfront property with free refreshments. TWO Naturalist Guides on every trip to double your wildlife spotting experience. Departs Daintree River Ferry Crossing. Booking essential. www.daintreerivertrain.com
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Daintree Discovery Center. The #1 eco-tourism attraction in the Daintree Rainforest. Outstanding interpretive displays, interactive kiosks, a fantastic new Aerial Walkway, Canopy Tower, Cassowary Circuit, Bush Tucker Trail, DVD theatre, library, coffee shop. Take a self-guided audio tour through unspoiled, pristine rainforest in comfort and safety. Enjoy the 45 page Interpretive Guide book. www.daintree-rec.com.au
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Cape Tribulation Sea Kayaking Tours. Kayak around magnificent Cape Tribulation headland, experience an eco friendly guided mangrove walk and sample tropical gourmet refreshments, including fresh coconuts. No experience necessary, all equipment provided, free transfers from Cape Tribulation area, with both morning and afternoon trips. Sea kayak hire also available. www.capetribcamping.com.au