Cooktown 4WD Discovery and Scenic Flight

Highlights

• Experienced and knowledgeable driver-guide
• Spectacular scenery on the 4WD only Bloomfield Track
• Morning tea at Cape Tribulation Beach
• Aussie lunch at Lions Den Hotel 

Description

Your adventure begins when you are picked up by a four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle equipped with air conditioning courtesy of Adventure North. The Cooktown 4WD Discovery tour takes you north on the Captain Cook Highway, a stunning coastal drive that is one of the most scenic ones in Australia. The road takes you to the Daintree National Park, which is World Heritage listed and one of the most incredible rainforest destinations in the world. Traverse the Daintree River via cable ferry and stop off at Cape Tribulation beach to enjoy morning tea. The Cooktown 4WD Discovery tour continues into Daintree Rainforest, which contains a mind-boggling number of rare animal and plant species, many of which are on the brink of extinction.

You will be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who will regale you with stories on the background and history of the area as you ride down the 32 kilometre-long Bloomfield Track which is accessible only by 4WD. The track travels through some of Australia’s most jaw-dropping scenery, and you will cross rivers and ascend mountain ranges. A pit stop for lunch takes place at the renowned Lion’s Den Hotel, established in 1878 and the proud holder of the title of longest running bush pub in North Queensland.

Cooktown
Upon your arrival in Cooktown, you will enjoy breathtaking panoramic views from atop Grassy Hill. Drink in heart-stopping views that sweep over the deep blue Coral Sea, the winding Endeavour River and Cooktown. Don’t forget your camera as you’ll want to capture these incredible views. You'll then be able to explore Cooktown and discover its history through a guided tour along the scenic foreshore walk and some free time until your return flight.

As your Cooktown 4WD Discovery tour comes to an end, return to Cairns by plane with a 45 minute scenic flight departing from Cooktown Airport at 5:45pm. Marvel at the vastness and magnificence of the outback from the sky before arriving at Cairns General Aviation Airport and making your own way to your Cairns accommodation or receiving a transfer back to Northern Beaches or Port Douglas.

Trip Includes

• 4WD Air-conditioned vehicle
• Experienced driver-guide 
• One of Australia’s most scenic coastal drives
• World Heritage Listed Daintree National Park
• Cable Ferry across the Daintree River    
• 4WD only Bloomfield Track
• Lunch at Aussie Bush Pub
• Grassy Hill lookout point
• Guided walk along historic foreshore in Cooktown
• Scenic flight from Cooktown to Cairns
• Hotel pick up

Duration

• Allow approx 12.5 hours

Departures

• 6:15am from Cairns accommodation
• 6:45am from Northern Beaches
• 7:30am from Port Douglas (return approx 8:00pm)
• Operates May to November, Mondays & Thursdays only

Other Information

• Small groups, max 16 passengers
• Bring with you a hat and sunscreen, water and a camera
• Child prices available (7-14yrs)
• Tour not recommended for children under 7 years due to length of day

Normal Retail Prices

• Adult:
  • ex Cairns AUD$540.00
  • ex Northern Beaches AUD$566.00
  • ex Port Douglas AUD$587.00
• Child (7-14yrs):
  • ex Cairns AUD$488.00
  • ex Northern Beaches AUD$514.00
  • ex Port Douglas AUD$535.00