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    • Getting Here

      • Getting to the Daintree Coast

        Daintree Coast – Daintree River to Cape Tribulation.

        Catch the Daintree Ferry across the Daintree River and disembark on a journey through lush Daintree Rainforest and past spectacular coastline with the amazing Great Barrier Reef just offshore.

        Find out how to get here and other FAQs.

      • Welcome to the Daintree
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    • Daintree Ferry

      • Daintree Ferry

        Your gateway to the Daintree Coast.

        The Daintree Ferry provides vehicle and passenger access across the Daintree River operating continuously between 5am to midnight daily.

        On this page you will find the latest ticket prices and all you need to know about catching the Daintree Ferry.

      • Daintree Ferry Crossing
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    • Forest Creek

      • Forest Creek

        Forest Creek is the closest Daintree Coast location to the Daintree Ferry.

        The first turn off after disembarking the Ferry on the North side of the Daintree river, Forest Creek Road is a lovely drive through rainforest and rural landscapes.

      • Forest Creek
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    • Kimberley

      • Kimberley

        At the end of Cape Kimberley Road is the stunning Cape Kimberley beach with Snapper Island just offshore.

        On a clear sky day you can see the Low Isles and Low Isles lighthouse in the distance.

      • Cape Kimberley
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    • Cow Bay

      • Cow Bay

        North of Alexandra Range you will find Cow Bay.  Take a drive down to the end of Buchanan Creek Rd (6km) to arrive at picturesque Cow Bay Beach, where you can experience what a deserted beach feels like.

        Cow Bay is a great central location to base yourself to explore the Daintree Coast.

      • Cow Bay Daintree Coast
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    • Diwan

      • Diwan

        The next Daintree Coast location on Cape Tribulation Road following North from Cow Bay is the enchanting area of Diwan.

        Here you will find some great places to stay, relax and unwind from campgrounds, luxury treehouses and rainforest cabins. Enjoy an ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Company, buy some locally grown Daintree Tea, fuel your car and stock up with goodies at Daintree Rainforest Village.

      • Diwan
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    • Thornton Beach

      • Thornton Beach

        Between Diwan and Cape Tribulation, you will find the lovely and quaint Thornton Beach.

        Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Thornton Beach, with charming Struck Island only 1 hectare in size just offshore.

        Here you will find a sheltered picnic table area to stop and revive, bungalow accommodation, a beachfront café and even crocodile wilderness cruises!

      • Thornton Beach
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    • Cape Tribulation

      • Cape Tribulation

        Cape Tribulation, affectionately known as Cape Trib, is a popular destination with a rich history and spectacular scenery. You’ll find a lot to see and do at Cape Trib with plenty of accommodation options and great places to enjoy a meal.

        From rainforest and beach walks, treetop adventures, horse rides, and snorkeling trips at the Great Barrier Reef. There’s plenty to discover and explore.

      • Cape Tribulation
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MENU

    • Getting Here

      • Getting to the Daintree Coast

        Daintree Coast – Daintree River to Cape Tribulation.

        Catch the Daintree Ferry across the Daintree River and disembark on a journey through lush Daintree Rainforest and past spectacular coastline with the amazing Great Barrier Reef just offshore.

        Find out how to get here and other FAQs.

      • Welcome to the Daintree
      • FIND OUT MORE
    • Daintree Ferry

      • Daintree Ferry

        Your gateway to the Daintree Coast.

        The Daintree Ferry provides vehicle and passenger access across the Daintree River operating continuously between 5am to midnight daily.

        On this page you will find the latest ticket prices and all you need to know about catching the Daintree Ferry.

      • Daintree Ferry Crossing
      • FIND OUT MORE
    • Forest Creek

      • Forest Creek

        Forest Creek is the closest Daintree Coast location to the Daintree Ferry.

        The first turn off after disembarking the Ferry on the North side of the Daintree river, Forest Creek Road is a lovely drive through rainforest and rural landscapes.

      • Forest Creek
      • FIND OUT MORE
    • Kimberley

      • Kimberley

        At the end of Cape Kimberley Road is the stunning Cape Kimberley beach with Snapper Island just offshore.

        On a clear sky day you can see the Low Isles and Low Isles lighthouse in the distance.

      • Cape Kimberley
      • FIND OUT MORE
    • Cow Bay

      • Cow Bay

        North of Alexandra Range you will find Cow Bay.  Take a drive down to the end of Buchanan Creek Rd (6km) to arrive at picturesque Cow Bay Beach, where you can experience what a deserted beach feels like.

        Cow Bay is a great central location to base yourself to explore the Daintree Coast.

      • Cow Bay Daintree Coast
      • FIND OUT MORE
    • Diwan

      • Diwan

        The next Daintree Coast location on Cape Tribulation Road following North from Cow Bay is the enchanting area of Diwan.

        Here you will find some great places to stay, relax and unwind from campgrounds, luxury treehouses and rainforest cabins. Enjoy an ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Company, buy some locally grown Daintree Tea, fuel your car and stock up with goodies at Daintree Rainforest Village.

      • Diwan
      • FIND OUT MORE
    • Thornton Beach

      • Thornton Beach

        Between Diwan and Cape Tribulation, you will find the lovely and quaint Thornton Beach.

        Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Thornton Beach, with charming Struck Island only 1 hectare in size just offshore.

        Here you will find a sheltered picnic table area to stop and revive, bungalow accommodation, a beachfront café and even crocodile wilderness cruises!

      • Thornton Beach
      • FIND OUT MORE
    • Cape Tribulation

      • Cape Tribulation

        Cape Tribulation, affectionately known as Cape Trib, is a popular destination with a rich history and spectacular scenery. You’ll find a lot to see and do at Cape Trib with plenty of accommodation options and great places to enjoy a meal.

        From rainforest and beach walks, treetop adventures, horse rides, and snorkeling trips at the Great Barrier Reef. There’s plenty to discover and explore.

      • Cape Tribulation
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  • Living Here

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Where to stay

Daintree Rainforest Accommodation

From campgrounds, rainforest cabins, charming bungalows to boutique style rooms & holiday houses.
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Where to eat

Daintree Rainforest Restaurants & Cafes

You’ll find great places to eat and dine, restaurants, delightful cafés, fish n chips, pizza and great burgers!
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Things to Do

Daintree Activities

Enjoy the boardwalks exploring the ancient rainforest, stunning beaches, reef trips, treetop adventures, guided tours, swimming waterholes & more.
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Local Businesses

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Looking for a local business? From community groups, tradies, local services and more. Find information & contact details here.
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Your guide to the Daintree Coast

Plan your visit to this amazing region – Daintree River to Cape Tribulation – where the Daintree Rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef.

Find Daintree Rainforest accommodation, cafes, restaurants, tours, attractions, activities and local businesses on the Daintree Coast.

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Daintree Coast Locations

Daintree Ferry

The Daintree Ferry is your gateway to the Daintree Coast.

Learn all you need to know about catching the Daintree Ferry here.
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Cape Tribulation

With stunning tropical beaches and a rich history, it’s no wonder Cape Tribulation is one of the most popular destinations for visitors to this region.
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Cow Bay

Experience what a deserted tropical beach feels like at the beautiful Cow Bay beach. There’s plenty of accommodation options to base yourself and lots to see, do and explore.
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Diwan

Between Cow Bay & Cape Tribulation you will find the lovely area of Diwan.

Here thee are great places to stay and rewild, including two rainforest campgrounds. Enjoy a tropical fruit ice cream or locally grown tea.
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Thornton Beach

Thornton Beach is located between Diwan and Cape Tribulation with an idyllic beachfront location. Enjoy a walk along the picturesque Thornton Beach, with charming Struck Island just offshore.
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Forest Creek

Forest Creek is the closest location to the Daintree Ferry.

A lovely and peaceful destination of rainforest and rural landscapes.
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Kimberley

The moment you step out onto Cape Kimberley beach you leave all your worries behind. A spectacular tropical paradise with Snapper Island offshore and a long stretch of white sand leading to the Daintree River mouth.
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Amazing Rainforest

Discover the world’s oldest continuously surviving tropical rainforest – the ancient Daintree Rainforest.

Learn interesting facts, visitor information, rainforest walks, flora and fauna to keep an eye out for and more.
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Amazing Beaches

A coastline of pristine tropical beaches, each with unique characteristics and incredible biodiversity.

Browse our guides on to Daintree beaches.
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Amazing Wildlife

Amazing facts about Daintree Rainforest wildlife.

Browse our gallery to learn about Daintree Rainforest wildlife you may be lucky to spot on your visit here.
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Diwan Cape Tribulation Road

Daintree Coast Road Updates

Tropical Cyclone Jasper crossed as a Category 2 cyclone 13th Dec 2023. The event caused significant damage to Cape Tribulation Road, Cape Tribulation Bloomfield Road & numerous other sites.

Repairs are well under the way and most roads have access for traffic, some sections have limitations. Visit the Douglas Shire council website for the latest road updates.

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