The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Daintree Region, Queensland

October 14, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

Discover the best top things to do in Daintree Region, Australia including Daintree Rainforest - Cooper Creek Wilderness, Solar Whisper Wildlife and Crocodile Cruises on the Daintree river, D'Arcy of Daintree 4WD Tours, Birdwatching Tropical Australia, Freeride Electric Adventure Tours, Mossman Gorge, Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery, Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises, Daintree Wild Zoo, Mount Sorrow Ridge Trail.
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1. Daintree Rainforest - Cooper Creek Wilderness

2333 Cape Tribulation Rd, Cape Tribulation, Queensland 4873 Australia +61 7 4098 9126 [email protected] http://daintreerainforest.net.au
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5.0 based on 497 reviews

Daintree Rainforest - Cooper Creek Wilderness

2 or 4-hour Guided And Interpreted Walking Tours Through The Centrepiece Of The Oldest Rainforest In The World.

Reviewed By Finnaus75 - Sydney, Australia

Our guided walk with Neil was fantastic - such great knowledge and expertise. Couldn't recommend doing the guided walk with him more.

2. Solar Whisper Wildlife and Crocodile Cruises on the Daintree river

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5.0 based on 1,550 reviews

Solar Whisper Wildlife and Crocodile Cruises on the Daintree river

1 hour Daintree River wildlife and crocodile cruise on the only solar electric boat on the Daintree river. The boat it is nice and quiet and there are no petrol fumes or exhaust , it is also good for getting close to the wildlife without disturbing it. We aim to treat this fragile ecosystem with respect and have minimal impact, our boat does not create a wake so we do not erode the mangroves. We are the only boat with "Croc Cam"; a digital video with a very good zoom for showing hard to see animals on a big screen. Wildlife includes Salt Water Crocodiles, snakes, frogs, and birds and also interpretation of the mangrove environment. The buisness is locally family owned and operated and has been going for 16 years. We offer a unique experience with minimal impact see, hear and smell nature at its best nature eco experience. We also offer longer two , three hour cruises by bookings only, maximum 10 people great for photography for those that want a longer more personalised tour.

3. D'Arcy of Daintree 4WD Tours

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5.0 based on 427 reviews

D'Arcy of Daintree 4WD Tours

4WD tours up the Bloomfield Track to Bloomfield/Wujal Wujal falls and Cooktown and around the Daintree Coast. Personal and intimate, all our tours are private ( not shared) and are tailored to offer insights and unique experiences in this wilderness paradise. Tours depart from Cape Tribulation (including free pick-ups from the Cow Bay area): Half and full day tours

4. Birdwatching Tropical Australia

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5.0 based on 70 reviews

Birdwatching Tropical Australia

Birdwatching Tropical Australia provides full day birding and bird photography tours exploring the coastal areas around Port Douglas, rainforest areas around Julatten and Mt Lewis and the dry savannah to the west of the mountain range. Small group size - 1 to 4 persons. Transport is in a comfortable air-conditioned 4WD. Morning tea/coffee is included. Binoculars for beginners are available. Fully accommodated multi day birding and bird photography tours of northern Queensland are available. We do private charters and can tailor a tour to suit your needs and pocket.

5. Freeride Electric Adventure Tours

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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Freeride Electric Adventure Tours

Let us guide you deep into the Daintree Rainforest using the latest in E-bike technology. Our electrically assisted mountain bikes will have you zipping around the forest floor with ease, spotting wildlife and enjoying the amazing scenic views of surrounding mountains before emerging onto the pristine Coconut Beach. Our e-bike tours are suitable for ages 10 +. If bikes aren't your thing, join us for a Walk & Swim tour instead! Our guided rainforest walks are perfect for those who would rather two feet instead of two wheels. We will take you through old-growth rainforest to a secret swimming hole where you can cool off in the fresh water and bask in the serenity of the surrounding lush rainforest. Walk & Swim tours are suitable for all ages to enjoy! All bookings are essential, call today to secure your seats! Night tours also available.

6. Mossman Gorge

Daintree National Park, Queensland 4873 Australia http://www.nprsr.qld.gov.au/parks/daintree-mossman-gorge/index.html
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4.5 based on 2,276 reviews

Mossman Gorge

Reviewed By beetcanner

This Gorge is the epitome of Daintree Tropical Forest. Once inside the park, a shuttle bus takes you to the trail heads. The rain forest circuit walk is only 1.5 miles and is stuffed full of amazing plants, trees, and darting small animal. Sign on with an indigenous guide at the visitor's center, a most excellent information hub, to explain the medicinal uses of and spiritual significance of the flora you walk thru. Much of the plant life is injurious to your skin so be aware, don't touch, just look. Mooks is an indigenous guide, who will give you an unforgettable experience on many levels during your Dreamtime Walk.

7. Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery

417 Shannonvale Rd, Mossman, Queensland 4873 Australia +61 7 4098 4000 [email protected] http://www.shannonvalewine.com.au
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4.5 based on 155 reviews

Shannonvale Tropical Fruit Winery

We make award winning wines from Tropical Fruit and no this does not mean they are sweet and sticky. They range from very dry wines to ports and they are all commercial standard. The wines are single-fruit wines, not blends. All the fruits we use have big flavours and we grow them in the organic way and in our own orchard. The flavours of the fruits are retained in the wine.

Reviewed By WorldTravla7 - Cairns, Australia

I took a detour to this unique tropical fruit winery on the way back to Cairns after a recent weekend in Mossman/Daintree. I wish I’d done it sooner. The setting is lush and secluded, the host was lovely & very attentive and the tropical fruit wines were sensational. They have won a lot of awards at wine festivals. I’ll be back and encourage others to support this niche local business. I bought a bottle of passion fruit wine as it was my favourite on the day but I could have picked any number of others.

8. Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises

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4.5 based on 1,189 reviews

Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises

Bruce Belcher’s Daintree River Cruises offer a one-hour wild life cruise. We are keen bird watchers and have a good eye for crocodiles and tree snakes, with crocodiles being spotted on 98% of trips, particularly in cooler months. We don't provide Daintree bird watching tours however the native bird life in the Daintree is abundant. We operate Daintree tours from our home on the banks of the Daintree River in a secluded wildlife boutique facility. Come and relax in our garden room, listen to the surrounding wildlife and enjoy a complimentary Daintree Tea or coffee before or after your Daintree river tours experience. Peruse our tropical souvenir collection. Meander through our lush tropical garden to our private jetty to board our vessel for a personal guided tour with Bruce’s 32 years’ experience on the Daintree River.

9. Daintree Wild Zoo

2054 Daintree Road, Daintree, Queensland Australia +61 7 4098 7272 http://www.daintreewild.com.au
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4.5 based on 77 reviews

Daintree Wild Zoo

10. Mount Sorrow Ridge Trail

North of Cape Tribulation, Daintree, Queensland Australia
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Mount Sorrow Ridge Trail

Reviewed By 245daver

My wife and I arrived at the base of the trail at 1pm and after reading some of the reviews and recommendations were unsure as to whether we should attempt the climb. We are relatively fit and both on the other side of 50 but decided to give it a go. The first kilometres are relatively easy but the last two are pretty brutal. We made the platform in 1hr 20 minutes. The way down was almost as hard taking 1 hour 16 minutes. My suggestion is to climb light and with free hands as there is some rope work and scrambling. Well worth the effort.

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