DAINTREE / CAPE TRIBULATION, Australia...

Situated about 40 minutes north of Port Douglas is the village of Daintree, Daintree River and gateway to Cape Tribulation. The area from Daintree River to Cape Tribulation is a National Park with some areas also World Heritage listed. This area spans approx. 17,000 hectares with rainforest and plants representing millions of years of evolution.

The crossing over the Daintree River to Cape Tribulation is by car ferry only. A unique north Queensland experience in itself. The river has several river boat operators to showcase the diverse flora and fauna of the region. A speciality of the area is bird watching in the early hours or maybe crocodile spotting in the heat of the day.

The road north of the river is now sealed providing access to all vehicles both private and tour. The road travels the Alexandra Range with lookouts, rainforest walks and secluded tropical beaches to explore. The Daintree / Cape Tribulation region is home to over 3,000 plant species including trees , palms, tree ferns and cycads. Even today unknown flora and fauna are still being discovered.

For those wishing to stay longer then a day there are a variety of accommodation places on offer. From 5 star resorts, bed and breakfast, backpackers, houses and motels.

Activities in the area extend to kayaking, horse- riding, fruit tasting, 4wd safaris and nocturnal tours. There is something for everyone and well worth a days trip.