Things to Do in Cape Tribulation
9 activities and experiences for backpackers.
Nature
Explore the Marrdja Botanical Walk boardwalk
Explore the Marrdja Botanical Walk boardwalk (1.2 km loop, free)
Guided night walk through the Daintree Rainforest to see nocturnal wildlife
Guided night walk through the Daintree Rainforest to see nocturnal wildlife ($45 AUD)
Tours
Spot a cassowary
Spot a cassowary -- these endangered, 1.5-metre-tall flightless birds roam the area. Early mornings on quiet roads are best
Water Sports
Ocean safari reef snorkel trip from Cape Tribulation
Ocean safari reef snorkel trip from Cape Tribulation ($149 AUD, the shortest boat ride to the outer reef anywhere in Australia)
Snorkel the reef directly from Cape Tribulation Beach
Snorkel the reef directly from Cape Tribulation Beach (bring your own gear or hire from accommodation)
Swim at Myall Beach
Swim at Myall Beach -- a wild, empty tropical beach backed by rainforest
Take a Daintree River wildlife cruise to spot saltwater crocodiles
Take a Daintree River wildlife cruise to spot saltwater crocodiles ($30-45 AUD)
Walk the Dubuji Boardwalk through pristine mangrove and rainforest to Cape Tribulation Beach
Walk the Dubuji Boardwalk through pristine mangrove and rainforest to Cape Tribulation Beach (1 km, free)
Zip-line through the rainforest canopy on a jungle surfing tour
Zip-line through the rainforest canopy on a jungle surfing tour ($110 AUD)