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WHERE IS DAINTREE FOREST LOCATED?
The Daintree Rainforest is nestled in the lush tropical region of North Queensland, and it is the only place on Earth where two spectacular World Heritage sites meet. This rainforest is estimated to be around 180 million years old – the oldest in the world. Furthermore, it is one of the largest contiguous rainforest areas in Australia, covering an area of up to 1,200 square kilometers.2.
Daintree Forest is known as one of the oldest forests on Earth.
EXPERIENCES ONLY AVAILABLE IN DAINTREE FOREST
Enjoy the scenery on the Daintree River.
To begin your adventure, a boat trip along the Daintree River is the quickest way to get up close to the local wildlife. On the boat trip, you'll learn about the Daintree ecosystem from a local guide.
The captivating beauty of the forest is what keeps tourists coming back.
You might spot a variety of birds, snakes, and even crocodiles! Even if you do see them, you're still safe because the boats are specially designed for exploring nature and wildlife.
Enjoy delicious food at Julaymba Restaurant
Nestled in a serene rainforest setting, Julaymba restaurant at Daintree Ecolodge offers dishes that delight both the eyes and the taste buds. Julaymba is the only restaurant in the Daintree rainforest to provide a unique outdoor dining experience, surrounded by foliage and the soothing sounds of birds overhead.
The restaurant serves stunning dishes inspired by local Australian ingredients, with offerings such as king prawn, coral trout with caramelized pineapple, and a delicious spice seed mousse.
ZIPLINE SLIDE: EXPERIENCE THE THRILLING FEELING
Try ziplining to see the Daintree Rainforest from above. Visiting the Daintree Rainforest is an experience you can take to a whole new level by trying a zipline ride from above! Jungle Surfing is a guided tour through the Daintree canopy in the form of six different ziplines.
Ziplining is an essential part of any trip to Daintree Forest.
For thrill-seekers, this isn't a particularly challenging experience as each zip line is relatively gentle. While gliding through the forest canopy, it's a great way to learn about the rainforest ecosystem in a unique way!
Trekking through the forest on an electric bike.
Additionally, Freeride Electric Adventure Tours offers a unique opportunity to explore the surrounding Daintree rainforest on electric bikes. These bikes essentially allow you to fly up hills and glide through lush greenery without the fatigue of walking.
This is also a completely eco-friendly way to explore the rainforest. During the tour, your guide will take you through a stunning area of Daintree, teeming with birds and wildlife, and show you a completely natural lake untouched by the crowds of tourists. It's a truly enjoyable way to discover this rainforest.
Horse riding along the beach at Cape Tribulatio
Have you ever tried the experience of galloping down the beach on a horse? Admiring the beauty of Cape Tribulation? This experience gives you the chance to explore stunning mountains running along a winding river before arriving at the idyllic Myall Beach area – renowned as one of the best beaches in Australia.
Horse riding and sightseeing along the coast is a favorite pastime for many tourists.
The highlight of the tour is the sensation of being splashed with crystal-clear water while riding on horseback.
Explore the Great Barrier Reef
Drifting on a small boat from Cape Tribulation to the world-famous Great Barrier Reef in 25 minutes via Ocean Safari, you'll get to snorkel through the pristine Great Barrier Reef. The Great Barrier Reef is formed from 3,000 uniquely shaped reefs, with the inclusion of over 900 smaller islands. Spanning 2,600 km in length, the reef lies within a vast ocean spanning nearly 350,000 km.
In 1981, UNESCO recognized the Great Barrier Reef as a World Natural Heritage site. CNN also recognized it as one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, and it has gradually become an icon when mentioning Queensland. Most tourists visiting Queensland cannot miss exploring this magnificent location.
The captivating beauty of the world's largest coral reef.
During your tour, you should visit Mackay and Undine Reef, two natural areas with a rich variety of fish, turtles, sharks, stingrays, and some of the most vibrant coral reefs. This experience is fantastic because you won't encounter too many people along the way.
Paddle along the Mossman River
Another fascinating experience in the Daintree rainforest is paddling your own boat along the Mossman River, a fun way to explore the area in a completely new way.
Start by paddling upstream, and at this point you don't need to exert much effort; just lie on your back and gaze up at the tropical forest canopy as you drift downstream.
Enjoy fresh fruit at Cape Trib Farm
At the farm, a local farmer will take you around and let you sample tropical and exotic fruits from all over the world, as well as give you a tour of the farm's orchards. This is a unique opportunity to taste fruits you may never have seen or heard of before, such as chocolate pudding fruit or sapote ice cream!
