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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.