Cape Tribulation

Description

Cape Tribulation is a small village where the frontier of the north really begins. Once you cross the Daintree River by ferry, you've entered into a region that hosts the oldest rainforest on the planet.

You'll soon pass through lowland and tropical rainforest to the road junctions for Cape Kimberley and Cow Bay. Make sure to take some time and explore these areas as they have excellent coastal lookouts where the reef literally meets the rainforest.

If you continue to follow the Bloomfield Track (the major coastal highway) north, you may need a Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicle to drive alongside the coast and through the canopies of the Wet Tropics rainforest to the more isolated towns of the northern frontier.

Many people make day trips to Cape Tribulation from Port Douglas and Cairns, but there are camping spots and accommodation options available for those who would like to spend a little more time exploring the area.

Property Details

Activities

• Animal Watching
• Birdwatching
• Camping
• Fishing
• Off Road Driving
• Shopping
• Skiing - Water

Other Information

Disabled:
Disabled facilities are accessible in most business and tourist venues as well as a number of boardwalk venues. For more information contact the local National Parks and Wildlife Service.

Captain Cook Hwy - Sth to Cairns/ Rex Range Hwy west to Mareeba/ Bloomfield Track Nth to Cooktown
Port Douglas ( 90 Kilometres )
Access Information:
Daily coach services are available between the Cape, Port Douglas and Cairns. Bookings are essential. For more information check with your local tourist agency.

Access Information:
Travelling 117 kilometres north on the Cook Highway from Cairns you will arrive at the Daintree River. The River ferry operates from 6.00 a.m. - midnight daily. Christmas and Good Friday excepted. Once you have crossed the river, the sealed roads wind up to Alexandra Lookout and on another 40 kilometres to Cape Tribulation. There are sealed and unsealed roads suitable for conventional vehicles that will take you to beautiful beaches and other spots along the way. The Bloomfield track north of Cape Tribulation is suitable for 4WD vehicles only. Check all road and weather conditions before entering the area. Detailed maps will indicate suitable vehicle and road conditions. RACQ, local authorities and vehicle hire outlets can advise on current conditions for travelling. Also check that your insurance covers wilderness and remote areas north of Port Douglas.

Further Details:
Cape Tribulation is renowned as the place where the rainforest meets the reef, stretching from the Daintree River in the south, to the Bloomfield River in the north. The McDowall Range forms the western boundary. The land slopes steeply up from the coast to the cloud-swept summit of Thornton Peak (1374 metres), only a few kilometres inland. Your trip to the area will offer a rare chance to experience both the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics World Heritage regions. Both are highly valued for their botanical, marine and scientific wealth. Conserving its outstanding natural and cultural values for the benefit of local, national and international communities is of the greatest importance. The local environmental centres are wonderful sources of information providing displays, theatres, videos and written materials. As Cape Tribulation is a nature based attraction you can experience wonderful activities such as fishing, scuba diving, and bushwalking,

It is part of the Daintree National Park. Tours can be arranged to accommodate all your needs. From Croc spotting, Reef and River tours, to adventure Wilderness tours that extend for up to five days in secluded Rainforest areas. Accommodation ranges from basic bush camping to comfortable and affordable venues as well as luxury rainforest retreats. It's stunning and beautiful and you won't want to miss your chance to experience it.

Please note that Alcohol Restrictions apply for some Indigenous Communities within Queensland. For further information visit www.mcmc.qld.gov.au/community/restricted.php .

How To Get There:
Travelling 117 kilometres north on the Cook Highway from Cairns you will arrive at the Daintree River. The River ferry operates from 6.00 a.m. to midnight daily. Christmas and Good Friday excepted. Once you have crossed the river, the sealed roads wind up to Alexandra Lookout and on another 40 kilometres to Cape Tribulation. There are sealed and unsealed roads suitable for conventional vehicles that will take you to beautiful beaches and other spots along the way. The 'Bloomfield Track' north of Cape Tribulation is suitable for 4WD vehicles only. Travelling west via the Rex Range, you will travel 50 kilometres to Mount Molloy and another 42 kilometres to Mareeba, which lies at the edge of the Atherton Tablelands and the Gulf Savannah. Coach services are available daily between the Cape, Port Douglas and Cairns. There is a small airstrip located near Cow Bay for passage to Cairns. For more information check with your local tourist agency.