EXPLORE PORT DOUGLAS PACKAGE - 7 DAY / 6 NIGHT
Port Douglas is renowned for being one of the top getaway destinations in Queensland. With so many tourism activities to choose from, this can be a little overwhelming. We have taken the worry of this planning away and come up with a 7 Day / 6 Night – Explore Port Douglas Package. We have choosen the best places to go and things to do during your time in our beautiful region.
The itinary includes return Coaches Transfers from Cairns Airport, 6 Nights Accommodation in a room of your choice, a full day Daintree Rainforest Tour, a Sunset Sail and a full day Outer Great Barrier Reef Tour. There are two free and easy days that you can either rest by the pool, have a massage at the Shantara Day Spa, go shopping, or even take an adventure in a helicopter.
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EXPLORE PORT DOUGLAS -
7 DAY / 6 NIGHT ITINERARY
COACH TRANSFER TO SHANTARA RESORT
You will be greeted at the Cairns Airport by the friendly Exemplar Coach Crew. Here you share a vehicle with fellow travelers. Your journey from the airport commences as soon as all passengers are on board. Journeys northward to Port Douglas and Shantara Resort.
DAINTREE DISCOVERY TOURS
Your Day Of Daintree Memories
Explore the Sights & Sounds of Daintree on a Tour & River Cruise
Experience this magnificent area rather than just looking, with our small group tours. The Daintree Rainforest is a truly magical place. The best way to enjoy this area is with an experienced guide who can not only show you the sights, but also explain how this environment works to give you a true understanding on what makes the Daintree, and indeed all rainforests, so special. So sit back, relax, and let us take care of your day.
- You will get picked up from Shantara at 07:30 by your personal guide for the day. If you are driving up from Cairns we will meet you at the Wildlife Habitat Carpark.
- We will start the day in the Daintree with a Traditional Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. Conducted by the local traditional Kuku Yalanji people, this will ward off any ‘bad’ spirits.
- We will then head into the Mossman Gorge National Park, which is the southern part of the Daintree Rainforest. Your guide will share their knowledge of the local flora and fauna with you and answer any questions you may have. This is an easy 500m return walk mostly along boardwalks.
- We enjoy a delicious Morning Tea at the Mossman Gorge Visitors Centre. Your choice of plunger coffee or Daintree Tea with a traditional damper served with jam, honey and cream
- Next, we head along the Captain Cook Hwy through the township of Mossman and past the cane fields up to the mighty Daintree River. We make our way across the Daintree River onboard the famous Daintree Ferry and enjoy the beautiful views up and down the river.
- You will enjoy a guided walk along the Jindalba Boardwalk, our favorite Daintree walk. With an abundance of flora and fauna to discover, you will get a real understanding of how the Daintree Rainforest lives. This is an easy 650m return boardwalk.
- For lunch we head to the On The Turps Restaurant located at the Heritage Lodge. Enjoy a delicious cooked to order lunch in this open air restaurant nestled in the rainforest along the Cooper Creek.
- After lunch you are welcome to enjoy a refreshing swim in Cooper Creek. This beautiful rainforest creek is easy to access via a path from the restaurant and free of crocodiles. Relax and enjoy the tranquility.
- It’s now time to head off towards Cape Tribulation, the area famous for the saying where the “Rainforest meets the Reef.” You have time for a walk along the beach or to the lookout, an area steeped in history that is explained by your knowledgeable tour guide.
- On the way back to the Daintree River we stop for Ice Cream flavored with locally grown tropical fruits. A real treat while on holiday!
- And a stop at the Alexandra Lookout to take in the beautiful views of the Rainforest and a stunning vista that extends past Cairns in the distance.
- Back at the Daintree River where we will meet our Wildlife Cruise searching for snakes, beautiful birds and of course the mighty saltwater crocodiles.
- With the afternoon sun lighting up the hills on the way home, creating the most stunning views, this is your last opportunity to ask your guide any burning questions about the Daintree Rainforest and local area.
- After a full day of discovering the Daintree Rainforest we will drop you off at your accommodation or car.
What to Bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Sensible shoes
- Hat and sunscreen
- Camera
What’s Included
- National Park access
- All activities part of the tour
- Morning tea and lunch
- Chilled drinking water on board
- Insect repellent
- Use of raincoats and umbrellas
Pick-up and drop-off at Shantara
SAILAWAY SUNSET SAIL
Enjoy the thrill of pure sailing! A must do when visiting Port Douglas is to relax with a twilight cruise on board the first class sailing catamaran. Soak up the peace and tranquillity of a tropical sunset over the Coral Sea as you sail along the coast off Port Douglas. Take in the ambient music, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and the spectacular mountain views while enjoying a welcome drink and delicious canapés. Suitable for adults only.
REST DAY – FREE AND EASY
SAILAWAY OUTER REEF MACKAY CAY
Immersed in the northern frontier of Great Barrier Reef, this is the perfect sailing and snorkelling adventure for a conservation minded visitor. Ideally suited to those who can swim and have a spirit of fun and adventure. Discerning guests can enjoy an inspiring full day experience to the absolutely stunning Coral Cays on the Great Barrier Reef in the most environmentally way! An Eco Adventure on the Wild Side! Focusing on small groups and marine biologists to share their passion and knowledge of the reef.
REST DAY – FREE AND EASY
COACH TRANSFER TO CAIRNS AIRPORT
You will be greeted at the entrance of Shantara by the friendly Exemplar Coach Crew. Here you share a vehicle with fellow travellers. Journeys northward to the airport run on an hourly timetable.
DAY 2 - DAINTREE RAINFOREST
With so many ways to experience this ancient land, you really are spoilt for choice when it comes to activities. We highly recommend a guided experience with one of the local tour providers, so you can gain more information and knowledge about this unique environment as well as getting a real feel for this special part of the world.
Daintree Rainforest Discovery
The Daintree Rainforest is the oldest continual living Rainforest in the world, and this is your opportunity to truly discover this World Heritage Listed area in a small group and with your personal tour guide.
- You will get picked up from Shantara at 07:30 by your personal guide for the day. If you are driving up from Cairns we will meet you at the Wildlife Habitat Carpark.
- We will start the day in the Daintree with a Traditional Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. Conducted by the local traditional Kuku Yalanji people, this will ward off any ‘bad’ spirits.
- We will then head into the Mossman Gorge National Park, which is the southern part of the Daintree Rainforest. Your guide will share their knowledge of the local flora and fauna with you and answer any questions you may have. This is an easy 500m return walk mostly along boardwalks.
- We enjoy a delicious Morning Tea at the Mossman Gorge Visitors Centre. Your choice of plunger coffee or Daintree Tea with a traditional damper served with jam, honey and cream
- Next, we head along the Captain Cook Hwy through the township of Mossman and past the cane fields up to the mighty Daintree River. We make our way across the Daintree River onboard the famous Daintree Ferry and enjoy the beautiful views up and down the river.
- You will enjoy a guided walk along the Jindalba Boardwalk, our favorite Daintree walk. With an abundance of flora and fauna to discover, you will get a real understanding of how the Daintree Rainforest lives. This is an easy 650m return boardwalk.
- For lunch we head to the On The Turps Restaurant located at the Heritage Lodge. Enjoy a delicious cooked to order lunch in this open air restaurant nestled in the rainforest along the Cooper Creek.
- After lunch you are welcome to enjoy a refreshing swim in Cooper Creek. This beautiful rainforest creek is easy to access via a path from the restaurant and free of crocodiles. Relax and enjoy the tranquility.
- It’s now time to head off towards Cape Tribulation, the area famous for the saying where the “Rainforest meets the Reef.” You have time for a walk along the beach or to the lookout, an area steeped in history that is explained by your knowledgeable tour guide.
- On the way back to the Daintree River we stop for Ice Cream flavored with locally grown tropical fruits. A real treat while on holiday!
- And a stop at the Alexandra Lookout to take in the beautiful views of the Rainforest and a stunning vista that extends past Cairns in the distance.
- Back at the Daintree River where we will meet our Wildlife Cruise searching for snakes, beautiful birds and of course the mighty saltwater crocodiles.
- With the afternoon sun lighting up the hills on the way home, creating the most stunning views, this is your last opportunity to ask your guide any burning questions about the Daintree Rainforest and local area.
- After a full day of discovering the Daintree Rainforest we will drop you off at your accommodation or car.
What to Bring
- Swimwear and towel
- Sensible shoes
- Hat and sunscreen
- Camera
What’s Included
- National Park access
- All activities part of the tour
- Morning tea and lunch
- Chilled drinking water on board
- Insect repellent
- Use of raincoats and umbrellas
Pick-up and drop-off at Shantara
DAY 3 - PORT DOUGLAS SUNSET CRUISES
Indulge yourself with a sunset cruise and soak up the peace and tranquillity of a tropical sunset over the Coral Sea as you sail along the coast off Port Douglas. Take in the ambient music, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and the spectacular mountain views while enjoying a welcome drink and delicious canapés.
Enjoy the thrill of pure sailing! A must do when visiting Port Douglas is to relax with a twilight cruise on board the first class sailing catamaran. Soak up the peace and tranquillity of a tropical sunset over the Coral Sea as you sail along the coast off Port Douglas. Take in the ambient music, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and the spectacular mountain views while enjoying a welcome drink and delicious canapés. Suitable for adults only.
DAY 5 - GREAT BARRIER REEF EXPERIENCE
Immersed in the northern frontier of Great Barrier Reef, this is the perfect sailing and snorkelling adventure for a conservation minded visitor. Ideally suited to those who can swim and have a spirit of fun and adventure. Discerning guests can enjoy an inspiring full day experience to the absolutely stunning Coral Cays on the Great Barrier Reef in the most environmentally way! An Eco Adventure on the Wild Side! Focusing on small groups and marine biologists to share their passion and knowledge of the reef.
