Cairns: Half-Day Premium 4WD Rainforest & Waterfall Tour Half Day Tour
ID: GYG845661-1338791
Category:
Country: Australia
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Escape the crowds & explore the rainforest on our Half-Day 4WD Tour from Cairns. See Barron Falls, swim in crystal-clear waters of Davies Creek & learn about the rainforest from your guided adventure.
Begin your adventure with a pickup from your accommodation before driving up the Kuranda Range and passing through the charming village of Kuranda. Enjoy a short driving tour before continuing into the World Heritage-listed Barron Gorge National Park.
Admire the iconic Barron Falls and capture stunning views from Wrights Lookout. Head west and leave the bitumen behind as you enter Clohesy River Road, beginning your true 4WD journey through dense rainforest and across sections of the Great Dividing Range.
Discover ancient King Ferns before exploring the Clohesy Boardwalk, where your guide will share insights into the rainforest ecosystem and introduce you to a giant strangler fig tree hundreds of years old. Continue to Davies Creek for a refreshing swim in its crystal-clear waters.
Stop for a taste of local ice cream before returning to Cairns via the scenic Wet Tropics World Heritage drive. Enjoy one final photo stop at Henry Ross Lookout before being dropped back at your accommodation.
Highlights
- Explore the rainforest on a Half-Day 4WD Tour from Cairns.
- See Barron Falls and swim in the crystal-clear waters of Davies Creek
- Experience true 4WD tracks across the Great Dividing Range.
- Learn about the rainforest and see a giant strangler fig tree
- Stop for some local ice cream and enjoy a short driving tour of Kuranda
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Swimmers & towel, if you wish to swim at Davies Creek (subject to conditions on the day)
Lightweight clothing (shorts & t-shirts are fine)
Comfortable walking shoes
Hat & sunscreen
Cash for additional purchases
Bottle of water, which can be topped up throughout the tour
INCLUDED
- Naturalist Guides. Informative guided walks and commentary.
- Private World Heritage Rainforest.
- Off Road ‘Soft’ Four Wheel Driving. Through rainforest creeks, in an air-conditioned, late model 4WD vehicle.
- Davies Creek. A local ‘secret spot’.
- Tropical Ice Cream.
- Clohesy River Boardwalk. Enjoy the peace and serenity of this private, secluded rainforest.
- Clohesy River Fig Tree. Ancient tree, amazing experience.
- Termite Mounds. Dot the open country savannah.
- Barron Falls. Possibly the most famous waterfall in North Queensland.
- National Parks. Travel through three Wet Tropics National Parks; the tour price includes all relevant fees and permits.
- Secret Giant Trees. We’ll show you hidden giants in World Heritage Rainforest.
- 5 Photo Opportunities in beautiful locations.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
