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iis a family owned company, we run 4WD personalised day tours to the World Heritage rainforest area of Cape Tribulation and Daintree and extended tours to Cape York Peninsula.
Set tours include :
1 Day - Daintree / Cape Tribulation Day Tour
9 Day - Drive / Fly Cape York Adventure
9 Day - Fly / Drive Cape York Adventure
13 Day - Cape York Safari/Sea
14 Day - To the Tip and Back, Cape York Safari
One Day Tour -
Departs Everyday
Daintree - CAPE TRIBULATION DAY TOUR
Your naturalist guide will meet you at your accommodation and after introductions, we drive north along the scenic route to Mossman. Visit the majestic Daintree River,  ascend the Alexandra Range, and take in the sights of pristine World Heritage
Tropical Rainforest. Search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary. Hand feed a kangaroo.
Travel beyond Cape Tribulation along the 4WD Bloomfield Track to pristine Emmagen Creek.
Tour includes a delicious barbecue lunch with freshly prepared salads.
We cross the Daintree River by cable ferry and begin our homeward journey somewhat wiser for our 'Total Rainforest Experience'.
3- DAY TOUR - DAINTREE / CAPE TRIBULATION / COOKTOWN WANDERER ACCOMMODATED TOUR
Departure Details: Wednesday and Sunday
Highlights & Inclusions
Cape TribulationCooktown
Friendly knowledgeable driver-guide
One of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives
Guided walk through Mossman Gorge
Daintree River Cruise
World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park
Mount Alexander Lookout-Cape Trib Beach Walk
1 night Cape Tribulation
4WD air-conditioned vehicle
4WD only Bloomfield Track
Lunch at an Aussie Bush Pub
Black Mountains, Grassy Hill
1 night Cooktown
Meals as specified
Outback of Far North Queensland
Itinerary
Day 1 (L)
This morning you will be collected from your accommodation by our industry partner, Billy Tea Safari’s.
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 aboard' for an informative one hour river cruise.
Relax and enjoy the splendour only the Daintree can offer as you learn of Estuarine Crocodiles, mangrove forests and wildlife, this is nature at its best!
We ascend the Alexandra Range and pause for a panoramic view of World Heritage Tropical Rainforest merging with the azure colours of the Coral Sea. Experience the rainforest intimately on our elevated National Park Boardwalk. Accurate interpretations of flora and fauna will be given with ample time for photographs and questions as we search for the elusive, rare and totally unique Southern Cassowary and other wildlife species within this particular habitat.
A delicious barbecue lunch with freshly prepared salads is served while you have the opportunity to hand feed a kangaroo and enjoy a cold drink from the bar. Our tour does a little more. It takes us beyond Cape Tribulation along the 4WD Bloomfield Track to pristine Emmagen Creek and time for a refreshing rainforest stream swim. Seek fish and turtles in the creek, butterflies and exotic birds in the trees and indulge in a feast of tropical fruit, a complimentary glass of wine and a cup of traditional Billy Tea, all of which enhance the tranquil surroundings. At Cape Tribulation Beach there is a little time to swim in the Coral Sea (seasonal) or stroll along the beach and boardwalk to the photographers'
platform overlooking the mountains and coast where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef'. You will be taken
to your overnight accommodation at the Ferntree Rainforest Lodge. Twin room private facilities.
Day 2 (B & L) Pickup at 10.30am
A leisurely breakfast this morning before being collected from your accommodation by Adventure North where your journey will continue to Cooktown-The Last Frontier of North Queensland. The 4WD only Bloomfield Track allows you to travel through the heart of this World Heritage Listed area providing incredible glimpses of Australia hard to imagine. Travel over rugged mountain ranges and river crossings. Look for crocodiles and other Australian wildlife and fauna. We stop for lunch at the Lions Den Hotel, one of North Queensland’s oldest running bush pubs (est. 1875). Visit the mysterious Black Mountains steeped in Aboriginal legend before arriving mid afternoon in Cooktown. Enjoy 360 degree panoramic views of Cooktown and the Endeavour River from Grassy Hill-another photo opportunity. Transfer to your overnight accommodation at the Seaview Motel, twin room private facilities.
Day 3
Enjoy the day to explore Cooktown. Visit the World Class James Cook Museum or stroll along the shores of the Endeavour River. The main street has a charm and historical atmosphere, which still prevails. You can experience the unspoilt beauty of the area, which remains much the same as when Captain Cook knew it in 1770.
This afternoon depart Cooktown via the inland road, Mulligan Highway, the Outback of Far North Queensland as we follow the backbone of Australia, the Great Dividing Range. Travel through cattle and goldfield country. Evening meal break, (optional) at a typical Queenslander pub in Mt Molloy.
Your tour comes to close as you are transferred to your accommodation approx 9.30pm.
5 DAY OUTBACK 4WD GULF EXPERIENCE
Tour Itinerary
Day 1-CAIRNS - CHILLAGOE
We depart Cairns approx 7am and head west over the coastal range to Kuranda , view the Barron Gorge & head on out to Mareeba and the tablelands. Morning break at a coffee shop where locally grown coffee is sold. We head on west through dry savannah country to Chillagoe. Chillagoe is noted for its limestone caves (over 300 listed) and large deposits of quality Blue and Pink marble. We have a tour of one of the caves. Overnight accommodation is at Chillagoe (L/D) Chillagoe Eco Lodge (Ensuite Accommodation)
Day 2- CHILLAGOE - UNDARRA
We have a tour of the old Copper Smelters and learn some of the history of copper and gold mining in the area. After lunch we turn south through cattle grazing country to Undarra Lava Tubes where we overnight. (B/L/D) Undara Trains Accommodation( Share Facilites)
Day 3- UNDARRA - COBBOLD GORGE
This morning we join a tour of the amazing large lava tubes, millions of years old and leftovers from the volcanic era. We then proceed west through unique western towns of Mt Surprise (gemstone fossicking ) and Georgetown. From Georgetown we head south to Forsyth and west to Cobbold Gorge- an optional sunset tour of the gorge is available. Overnight accommodation at Cobbold Gorge (B/L/D Cobbold Gorge Resort- Cabins (Ensuite )
Day 4-COBBOLD GORGE - INNOTT HOT SPRINGS
We leave Cobbold Gorge today and head east, back tracking to Forsyth, an old gold mining town and then east through the Newcastle Range to Einasleigh and onto the Lynd for lunch. We now head north on a sealed road to Mt Garnett and Innott Hot Springs for the night. Innott Hot Springs was in the past a big tin mining area and the hot springs are recommended for their therapeutic relief to folk who suffer from rheumatic and other discomforting ailments.(B/L/D) Innot Hot Springs Motel (Ensuite)
Day 5- INNOTT HOT SPRINGS - CAIRNS
Leaving Innott Hot Springs we travel onto the Millstream Falls and Ravenshoe (the highest town in Queensland). We are now on the southern end of the Rich Volcanic soils of the Atherton Tablelands. Dairying, maize, sugar cane, mangoes, avocados etc are some of the main farming and produce products within this area. We visit many points of interest , crater lakes etc and return back to your accommodation in Cairns at approx 6.00pm (B/L)
Cost Includes
- 4 nights accommodation
- Air conditioned 4wd vehicle
- Meals as indicated
- Tours, transfers and admissions as per the itinerary
9 Day 4 x 4 Drive/ Fly - Cape York Adventure
Cape York Tour itinerary
Day 1 - Cairns - Cape York (LD)
Day 2 - Base Camp - (Opt) Thursday Island (BD)
Day 3 - Base Camp - Twin Falls (B/L/D)
Day 4 - Twin Falls - Bramwell Cattle Station (BLD)
Day 5 - Bramwell Cattle Station - to Weipa (B/D)
Day 6 - Weipa - Coen (B/L/D)
Day 7 - Coen - Lakefield National Park (B/L/D)
Day 8 - Lakefield National Park - Cooktown (B/L)
Day 9 - Cooktown - Cairns (B/L)
9 DAY 4 x 4 DRIVE/FLY Cape York Adventure
Itinerary (fly/drive combination)
Meals as indicated-; Breakfast (B); Lunch (L); Dinner (D)
Day 1 - Cairns - Cape York (LD)
Your scenic flight departs Cairns around 7.00am for Bamaga from where we drive to the top of the Australian continent and celebrate arriving at Cape York. The afternoon is spent touring the ruins of Somerset before returning to our base camp overlooking Torres Strait. (Toilets and Showers)
Day 2 - Base Camp - (Opt) Thursday Island (BD)
An optional tour to Thursday and Horn Islands is recommended with Peddells Ferry Service, it has an excellent reputation. A choice of different tour options to the islands is available. Alternatively, a fishing trip may also be possible. Note;- To avoid disappointment, fishing trips must be booked well before tour departure date. (Toilets and Showers)
Day 3 - Base Camp - Twin Falls (B/L/D)
This morning we break camp and drive through the ' wet desert', cross the Jardine River by old world cable ferry and arrive at the jewel of the peninsula, Twin Falls. Here we hike, swim, relax and enjoy the spectacular series of waterfalls on the Elliot River. (Toilet & Swim)
Day 4 - Twin Falls - Bramwell Cattle Station (BLD)
We ford deep watercourses and travel through a wide variety of country including heathlands, open woodlands and riverine forests before entering the expansive 520 square mile Bramwell Cattle Station.We are treated to wonderful bush hospitality from the proprietor, Wendy, a forthright and charming woman. (Toilet & Showers)
Day 5 - Bramwell Cattle Station - to Weipa (B/D)
The broad acre property of Bramwell contrasts utterly with the relatively modern Bauxite mining township of Weipa with air-conditioned shops and sealed roads. Time this afternoon to catch up on laundry, telephone family or possibly, take a fishing trip. Note;- To avoid disappointment, all fishing trips must be booked well before tour departure date.(Toilets & Showers)
Day 6 - Weipa - Coen (B/L/D)
An optional Bauxite and lifestyle tour is highly recommended this morning, the comprehensive tour is conducted by a local Weipa resident with an emphasis on the mines, the people and the environment. After lunch we drive to the frontier town of Coen and camp by the local hotel and experience the colour and character of this quaint little town.(Toilets & Showers)
Day 7 - Coen - Lakefield National Park (B/L/D)
Our first pause this morning is at Musgrave Telegraph Station then turn east and enter the vast expanses of Lakefield National Park, an absolute wildlife haven. We hope to see crocodiles in their natural habitat. A huge variety of birds abounds within the park, billabongs and waterholes are plentiful. Our camp is by the Normanby River within the 1.6 million acre National Park. ( Toilet & Showers)
Day 8 - Lakefield National Park - Cooktown (B/L)
The ruins of Old Laura is testimony to the hardships endured by our pioneers, just one of the sights we visit this morning. We cross Battlecamp Range, wind through fertile agricultural country and arrive in Cooktown late afternoon with time to enjoy some of the town's attractions. We all eat out this evening, a break from camp cooking. (Toilets & Showers)
Day 9 - Cooktown - Cairns (B/L)
We spend a wonderful morning enjoying the sights of Cooktown including Grassy Hill and the famous James Cook Museum. Later we absorb the mystical atmosphere of Black Mountain National Park and visit historic Lions Den Hotel. We skirt Cedar Bay National Park and enter the internationally recognised World Heritage areas of the Greater Daintree National park and its unique rainforest jungles. Another highlight is Cape Tribulation where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef'. Finally , we drive the scenic coastal road back to Cairns to your pre-arranged accommodation considerably wiser and refreshed from your Cape York Adventure.
11 Day Seafari Aboard "MV Pacific Discoverer"
ITINERARY (Cruise and drive combination)
Day 1 - Cairns- Embarkation (D)
Day 2 - Great Barrier Reef -Coral Sea(BLD)
Day 3 - Seisia- Cape York. (BLD)
Day 4 - Base Camp -(Opt) Thursday Island (BD)Day 5 - Base Camp - Twin Falls (BLD)
Day 6 - Twin Falls - Bramwell Cattle Station(BLD)
Day 7 - Bramwell Cattle Station - Weipa (BD)
Day 8 - Weipa - Coen (BLD)
Day 9 - Coen Lakefield National Park (BLD)
Day 10 - Lakefield National Park - Cooktown (BL)
Day 11 - Cooktown to Cairns (B/L)
11 Day Seafari Aboard "MV Pacific Discoverer"
CRUISE/DRIVE CAPE YORK ADVENTURE
Itinerary (Cruise and drive combination)
Meals as indicated;- Breakfast (B); Lunch (L); Dinner (D).
Day 1 - Cairns- Embarkation (D)
We meet at your accommodation then it's "all aboard" the MV Pacific Discoverer to begin a truly unique Cape York experience. The coastal Container Freighter measures 78 metres in length and weighs some 1400 tonnes. Cabins are surprisingly spacious and all meals are included and of a good standard. The boat is now licensed, basic alchohol can be purchased. No alcohol can be taken on board. (Toilets & Showers)
Day 2 - Great Barrier Reef -Coral Sea(BLD)
Observe seafaring throughout the cruise. The ship plays a vital role in supplying the communities of Cape York with their daily needs, it is an essential link to civilization. Enjoy the company of like minded travellers and delight in the turquoise tropical waters of both the Coral and Arafura Seas. (Toilets & Showers).
Day 3 - Seisia- Cape York. (BLD)
Disembarkation this morning, meet your tour guide and fellow passengers who chose to fly to Cape York. We settle you into camp before driving to the top of the Australian continent, we walk the final kilometre and celebrate arriving at Cape York. A little souvenier shopping at the Croc Tent before returning to our base camp overlooking Torres Strait. (Toilets and Showers)
Day 4 - Base Camp -(Opt) Thursday Island (BD)
An optional tour to Thursday and Horn Islands is recommended with Peddells Ferry Service, it has an excellent reputation. A choice of different tour options to the islands is available. Alternatively, a fishing trip may also be possible. Note;- To avoid disappointment, fishing trips must be booked well before tour departure date. (Toilets and Showers)
Day 5 - Base Camp - Twin Falls (BLD)
This morning we break camp and drive through the 'wet desert'. cross the Jardine River by old world cable ferry and arrive at the jewel of the peninsula, Twin Falls. Here we hike, swim, relax and enjoy the spectacular series of waterfalls on the Elliot River. (Toilet & Swim)
Day 6 - Twin Falls - Bramwell Cattle Station(BLD)
We ford deep watercourses and travel through a wide variety of country including heathlands, open woodlands and riverine forests before entering the expansive 520 square mile Bramwell Cattle Station. We are treated to wonderful bush hospitality from the proprietor, Wendy, a most forthright and charming woman, (Toilet & Swim)
Day 7 - Bramwell Cattle Station - Weipa (BD)
The broad acre property of Bramwell contrasts utterly with the relatively modern Bauxite mining township of Weipa with air-conditioned shops and sealed roads. Time this afternoon to catch up on laundry, telephone family or possible take a fishing trip. Note; To avoid disapointment, all fishing trips must be booked well before departure date.(Toilets & Showers)
Day 8 - Weipa - Coen (BLD)
An optional Bauxite and lifestyle tour is highly recommended this morning, the comprehensive tour is conducted by a local Weipa resident with an emphasis on the mines, the people and the environment. After lunch we drive to the frontier town of Coen and camp by the local hotel and experience the colour and character of this quaint little town. (Toilets & Showers).
Day 9 - Coen Lakefield National Park (BLD)
Our first pause this morning is at Musgrave Telegraph Station then turn east and enter the vast expanses of Lakefield National Park, an absolute wildlife haven, We hope to see crocodiles in their natural habitat. A huge variety of birds abounds within the Park, billabongs and waterfholes are plentiful. Our camp is by the Normanby River within the 1.6 million acre National Park. (Toilets & Showers)
Day 10 - Lakefield National Park - Cooktown (BL)
The ruins of Old Laura is testimony to the hardships endured by our pioneers, just one of the sights we visit this morning. We cross Battlecamp Range, wind through fertile agricultural country and arrive in Cooktown late afternoon with the time to enjoy some of the town's attractions. We all eat out this evening, a break from camp cooking. (Toilets & Showers)
Day 11 - Cooktown to Cairns (B/L)
We spend a wonderful moring enjoying the sights of Cooktown including Grassy Hill and the famous James Cook Museum. Later we absorb the mystical atmosphere of Black Mountain National Park and visit historic Lions Den Hotel. We skirt Cedar Bay National park and enter the internationally recognised World Heritage areas of the Greater Daintree National Park and its unique rainforest jungles. Another highlight is Cape Tribulation where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef'. Finally, we drive the scenic coastal road back to Cairns to your pre-arranged accommodation considerbly wiser and refreshed from our Cape York Adventure.
14 DAY CAPE YORK TOUR SAFARI
All overland adventure -Cape York Tour
Itinerary
Meals as indicated-: Breakfast (B); Lunch (L); Dinner (D).
DAY 1 - Cairns - Hann River (LD).
We meet at your accommodation in Cairns and gather for morning tea at our depot before departing on an adventure of a lifetime. Our route takes us up the Kuranda Range to Mareeba and we travel on good roads to Lakeland Downs before pausing to absorb the mysticism of ancient Quinkan Country with its Aboriginal Rock Art. This evening we pitch camp at Hann River Roadhouse and enjoy our first hearty dinner cooked over the open fire. (Toilets and showers)
DAY 2 - Hann River - Archer River (BLD).
This morning we travel the Development Road and arrive at historic Musgrave Telegraph Station for morning tea. We then ascend the Bamboo Range and follow the watershed of the Great Dividing Range to Coen and continue on further north to Archer River Roadhouse and arrive by mid afternoon. (Toilets and showers)
DAY 3 - Archer River - Bertie Creek (B/L/D).
Venturing north again through Batavia Downs, we pass monster termite mounds and cross the Wenlock River bridge. After a pause at Moreton and Bramwell Stations to meet some local characters, we intend driving the Overland Telegraph Track and soon learn the skills of authentic four wheel driving. Our secluded overnight camping is on the banks of Bertie Creek. (Bush toilet & Swim)
DAY 4 - Bertie Creek - Cape York Base Camp (BLD).
Excitement again today as we continue further up the track and ford Cockatoo Creek. We then cross the Jardine River by old world cable ferry, drive through Injinoo and Bamaga then settle into our Base Camp at Loyalty Beach with its glorious views overlooking Torres Strait, (Toilets & showers)
DAY 5 - Cape York (BLD).
After a short but well earned sleep-in, we drive to the top of the Australian continent and celebrate arriving at our ultimate destination, Cape York. A little souvenir shopping at the Croc Tent before returning to the comforts of base camp. (Toilets and showers)
DAY 6 - Base Camp - (Opt) Thursday Island (BD)
An optional tour to Thursday and Horn Islands is recommended with Peddells Ferry Service, it has an excellent reputation. A choice of different tour options to the islands is available. Alternatively, a fishing trip may also be possible. Note:- To avoid disappointment, fishing trips must be booked well before tour departure date. (Toilets and showers)
DAY 7 - Base Camp - Twin Falls (BLD).
This morning we break camp and drive through the 'wet desert'. cross the Jardine River by old world cable ferry and arrive at the jewel of the peninsula, Twin Falls. Here we hike, swim, relax and enjoy the spectacular series of waterfalls on the Elliot River. (Toilet and swim)
DAY 8 - Twin Falls (BLD).
A day of total bliss. Relax, swim, sunbake and plunge into the natural spa. Mid morning we go on a short hike to see more wonders of this magnificent river system. Alas, others are envious because Billy Tea Safaris is the only tour to spend two days at this most enchanting site. (Toilet and swim)
DAY 9 - Twin Falls - Bramwell Cattle Station(BLD).
We ford deep watercourses and travel through a wide variety of country including heathlands, open woodlands and riverine and tropical forests then divert to the coastal vistas of Captain Billy Landing for lunch.We then enter the expansive 520 square mile Bramwell Cattle Station and are treated to that wonderfully unique bush hospitality from the owner, Wendy, a most forthright and charming women. (Toilets and shower)
DAY 10 - Bramwell Cattle Station - Weipa (BLD).
The broad acre property of Bramwell contrasts utterly with the relatively modern Bauxite mining township of Weipa with air-conditioned shops and sealed roads. Time this afternoon to catch up on laundry, telephone family or possbily, take a fishing trip. Note:- To avoid disappointment, all fishing trips must be booked well before tour departure date. (Toilets & showers)
DAY 11 - Weipa - Coen (BD).
An optional Bauxite and lifestyle tour is highly recommended this morning, the comprehensive tour is conducted by a local Weipa resident with an emphasis on the mining, the people and the environment. After lunch we drive to the frontier town of Coen and camp by the local hotel and experience the colour and character of this quaint little town. (Toilets and showers)
DAY 12 - Coen - Lakefield National Park (BLD)
Our first pause this morning is at Musgrave Telegraph Station then we turn east and enter the vast expanses of Lakefield National Park, an absolute wildlife haven. We hope to see crocodiles in their natural habitat. A huge variety of birds abounds within the Park, billabongs and waterholes are plentiful. Our camp is by the Normanby River within the 1.6 million acre National Park. (Toilets & showers)
DAY 13 - Lakefield National Park -Cooktown (BL)
The ruins of Old Laura are testimony to the hardships endured by our pioneers, just one of the sights we visit this morning. We cross Battlecamp Range, wind through fertile agricultural country and arrive in Cooktown late afternoon with time to enjoy some of the town's attractions. We all eat out this evening, a break from camp cooking. (Toilets & showers)
DAY 14 - Cooktown - Cairns (BL)
We spend a wonderful morning enjoying the sights of Cooktown including Grassy Hill and the famous James Cook Museum. Later we absorb the mystical atmosphere of Black Mountain National Park and visit the historic Lions Den Hotel. Weather permitting we drive through Cedar Bay National Park and enter the internationally recognised World Heritage areas of the Greater Daintree National Park of Queensland and its unique rainforest jungles. Another highlight is Cape Tribulation where the 'Rainforest meets the Reef". Finally, we drive the scenic coastal road back to Cairns to your pre-arranged accommodation considerably wiser and refreshed from your Cape York Adventure
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