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9-Day Small Group Fully Accommodated Cape York 4WD Tour from Cairns

4.8

9-Day Small Group Fully Accommodated Cape York 4WD Tour from Cairns

4.8
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Twin Share Drive-Fly

Duration: 9 days
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Drive-Fly Departure Pickup included

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AUD 8,142

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Twin Share Fly-Drive

Duration: 9 days
Instant confirmation
No cancellation
Fly-Drive Departure Pickup included

From
AUD 8,142

For KrisFlyer members only

Highlights

Join a small group of like minded guests for the journey of a lifetime. Jump on board a comfortable late model 4WD and travel to the tip of Australia. If you want to see Cape York in a bit of style with a small group of no more than six people then this may the tour for you. With many value added inclusions and a knowledgeable local guide to show you the sights, you'll find this tour is very good value for money. On this personal 9 Day Cape York Safari you can ask the guide to see what you are interested in most, to a larger extent, than on bigger tours.

Itinerary

Cairns to Cape Tribulation
  • Mossman Gorge

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Travel north from Cairns along the scenic coastal road towards the southern gateway of the Daintree Rainforest. Stop at Mossman Gorge, where crystal-clear water flows over giant granite boulders beneath lush tropical rainforest. Enjoy a guided walk through this culturally significant area and cool off with an optional swim in the river.
  • Daintree River

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Board a wildlife cruise on the Daintree River and search for estuarine crocodiles, snakes, birds and other native wildlife hidden amongst the mangroves.
  • Cape Tribulation Beach

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Continue deeper into the World Heritage-listed rainforest where the reef meets the rainforest. Explore Cape Tribulation’s beaches, coastal headlands and tropical landscapes before settling into your rainforest accommodation.
  • Accommodations
    Overnight in Daintree Rainforest - Cape Trib Beach House (ensuite)
    Food And Drinks
    Lunch
    Dinner
Daintree Rainforest to Cooktown
  • Cape Tribulation Bloomfield Road

    Travel by 4WD along the iconic Bloomfield Track (conditions permitting), one of Australia’s most scenic off-road coastal routes. Pass through remote rainforest, river crossings and rugged landscapes.
  • Cascades Bloomfield

    30 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Visit Bloomfield Falls, a culturally significant waterfall surrounded by tropical vegetation and granite rock formations.
  • Cedar Bay National Park

    Take in spectacular coastal scenery and untouched wilderness within this remote national park region.
  • Lions Den Hotel

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Stop at one of Australia’s oldest and most famous outback pubs, covered in decades of traveller signatures and memorabilia.
  • Black Mountain National Park

    Discover the mysterious Black Mountain, a striking landscape of huge black granite boulders steeped in local legends.
  • Cooktown

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Arrive in the historic frontier town of Cooktown and visit the Cooktown Museum to learn about Indigenous culture, European exploration and the region’s fascinating history.
  • Accommodations
    Cooktown - The Sovereign Resort Hotel (ensuite)
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Cooktown to Musgrave/Coen
  • Rinyirru (Lakefield) National Park

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    We start our day with a visit to Grassy Hill Lookout, The James Cook Museum, Botanical Gardens & Powerhouse Museum – this is truly an amazing place. From Cooktown we head west to Battle Camp and onwards into Lakefield National Park. After visiting “Old Laura” homestead we travel through many fascinating river valleys and numerous giant termite mounds before arriving at our overnight accommodation at The Coen Guesthouse.
  • Accommodations
    Coen
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Musgrave/Coen to Lockhart
  • Iron Range

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Today we continue our adventure to one of Australia’s most remote area’s we head east exploring the Sir William Thompson Range and then crossing the Pascoe River, we head to Iron Range National Park. As we enter the National Park, we see the spectacular Mount Tozer at the peak of the table range, before descending down to Lockhart River a unique aboriginal community situated on the ocean at Lloyd Bay. Heading onwards further north – exploring the many wonders of the Iron Range National Park whilst enjoying the dense tropical rainforest being the largest remaining area of lowland rainforest in Australia. We arrive at Lockhart River for our overnight stay at The Greenhoose.
  • Accommodations
    Lockhart River
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Lockhart
  • Weipa

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Leaving the east coast behind, we head inland through the National Park and onwards to more savannah land, country of the Cape and head north. This afternoon we continue a westward track towards the West Coast and the famous mining town of Weipa – where we arrive late afternoon. The Weipa Motel offers warm hospitality and friendly service with modern comfort and style.
  • Accommodations
    Lockhart River
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Lockhart to Weipa
  • Weipa Mine & Town Tours

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Weipa located in the Gulf of Carpentaria is the largest town in the Cape York Peninsula with a population of about 3,000 people. Its main industries are mining and cattle exports. We take a stroll through the Jardine National Park to amaze your senses. We then visit the Western Cape Cultural Centre. Be impressed with the stunning and truly authentic aboriginal artwork and learn about the Aboriginal culture. Then take a stroll through the township. We take a Weipa Eco Cruise tour and then depart the port of Weipa and its amazing coastline before travelling onto Bramwell where we overnight.
  • Accommodations
    Weipa
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Weipa to Cape York
  • Cape York Peninsula

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Departing Bramwell we head through one of the largest cattle station on the Cape – Batavia Downs. We visit the Morton Telegraph Station; this important link in communication to the far north and the cape operated till 1960. We now begin what will be one of the highlights of our tour – it’s now time to join one of the original Telegraph Tracks (conditions permitting) Travelling further north to visit Elliot Falls and fruit bat Falls Joining the Bamaga Development Road we arrive at the Cape’s most famous river, the Jardine crossing the crocodile infested stream by ferry, then onwards to the top arriving at Loyalty Beach where we stay for the next two nights.
  • Accommodations
    Cape York
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Cape York to the "TIP"
  • Cape York Peninsula

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Included
    Today we visit the remains of Somerset, which was established by the Jardine Family as the Government outpost and Cattle Station. Spend some time at some secluded beaches, where we have previously sighted dugongs and sea turtles. This is a particularly scenic part of the Cape. We then head for Australia’s most northerly point, Cape York. The 30-minute walk to the point has lots of great views, also once we arrive it’s time to grab a drink and enjoy the afternoon over the Torres Strait.
  • Accommodations
    Cape York
    Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
Cape York to Thursday Island
  • Thursday Island

    8 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    For our last day, we take a boat cruise across the Torres Strait to Thursday Island and enjoy a guided tour around this small island that is part of Torres Strait culture and history. The island is situated between Cape York and Australia’s nearest neighbour New Guinea. We then take a short ferry ride to Horn Island, where you will also enjoy a short tour of the Island before being transferred to the Horn Island Airport for your flight back to Cairns, arriving at approximately 5.00pm.
  • Food And Drinks
    Breakfast
    Lunch

What's included

INCLUDED

All accommodation costs
Flight/cruise from Horn Island to Cairns
Cruise to Horn Island and tour of the Island
All breakfasts & dinners and light lunches as per the itinerary
Cruise to Thursday Island and a bus tour of the island
All ferries and barges
Modern 4WD vehicle and experienced driver guide
Lunch (9)
Morning / Afternoon teas
Dinner (8)
Breakfast (8)
Daintree National Park and ferry crossing

NOT INCLUDED

Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Customer reviews

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Each traveler is allowed 1 soft bag of 10kg

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Provider

Discovery Tours Australia

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