The Daintree Rainforest is one of the most fascinating and diverse eco-systems on the Earth and your introduction to this very special place starts at the Daintree Discovery Centre. The Daintree covers an area of 1200 square kilometres and is the largest tropical rainforest in Australia. It has continued to evolve for around 130 million years, surviving through the ages and the cataclysmic events that wiped out the dinosaurs and other life forms. So, just how did this ‘green dinosaur’ endure? Take a walk through time at the Discovery Centre.
Inclusions
- Reptile encounters
- Rainforest aquarium
- Informative nature talks
- Native fish and reptile displays
- Complimentary 7 day return pass
- Indigenous audio guide tour (8 languages)
- Kid's audio tour and fun interactive activities
- 68 page interpretive guide book to take home
- Interpretive display centre, theatres and presentations
Highlights
- Jungle bug exhibit
- 11 Metre high aerial walkway
- 23 Metre high canopy tower
- 500 year old strangler fig tree
- Home to the endangered southern cassowary
- Relaxed cafe setting with all day coffee and dining
- 7 life sized animated dinosaurs in the jurassic forest
- Self guided walks accompanied by audio guide available in 8 languages
Operating Hours
- Open daily 8.30am to 5.00pm
- Closed Christmas Day
Location
- Corner Cape Tribulation Rd and Tulip Oak Rd, Cow Bay, QLD
- An easy two hour drive from cairns along the scenic coral coast.
- Located 10km north of the Daintree River Ferry.
- Sealed road, no need for a 4WD
- If assistance is required, please phone the staff in advance
- If arriving by accessible bus or coach, there is a drop-off point at the entry to the ramped pathway
- There is an accessible car park located at the closest point of approach to the main public entry ramp
What To Bring
- Hat
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
Additional Information
- Family rate will include 2 x guide books and 4 x audio tours. Additional audio's are $5 per unit
- Aboriginal cultural audio tour: English only
- Audio tour language: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Mandarin and Cantonese
- Audio guides are available that have been fitted with a T switch. These are suitable for use with hearing aids
- While the Aerial Walkway was designed to accommodate most wheelchairs and prams, some sections do have slight gradients
- Visitors using a mobility device may need assistance
- Due to natural variations in the terrain, the lower level boardwalks and walkways may not be accessible to all visitors using mobility devices
- It is recommended that Guide Dogs be fitted with appropriate ‘shoes’ due to the metal-grated surface of the elevated walkways
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements