Travel through World Heritage rainforest and help to conserve the
rainforest and the endangered Cassowary. Walk with Aboriginal guides to
a spectacular waterfall. In Cooktown relive Cook's adventures and a
rollicking gold rush. At Jowalbinna, in the valley of the Little Laura
River, bushwalk to a world renowned collection of rock art paintings in
a haven for outback wildlife. A great Australian safari complete with
campfire and stars.
- World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest
- Interpretive Rainforest Visit
- Cassowary Conservation Programme contribution
- 4WD Adventure on The Bloomfield Track
- Interpretive walk with local Aboriginal guides
- Guided tour of Cooktown
- Outback Landscapes
- Guided Tour of “Quinkan” Aboriginal Rock Art
- Entry to Quinkan Cultural Centre
- All National Park, Site and Ferry Fees
- One night resort accommodation in Cooktown
- One night bush cabin accommodation (share facilities, bed, linen and towel provided)
Day 1 - Cairns to Cooktown (LD)
Depart Cairns and cross the
Daintree River by cable ferry before an interpretive World Heritage
Rainforest walk. Then we’ll visit the conservation base of the
Australian Rainforest Foundation and contribute to a tree planting
program to increase cassowary habitat and reduce global warming.
Continue north along the 4WD Bloomfield Track, crossing creeks and
mountain ranges. Meet the Walker Family, Aboriginal women who will
share their traditional knowledge of bush tucker and medicine at the
spectacular Bloomfield Falls, and join them for a picnic lunch at a
picturesque riverside site. Stop at the Lions Den, a classic outback
pub, and visit mysterious Black Mountain. In Australia’s most historic
frontier outpost, Cooktown, relive journeys of exploration and a
rollicking goldrush.
Accommodation - Sovereign Resort, Cooktown.
Day 2 - Cooktown to Jowalbinna (BLD)
Depart Cooktown and travel
west into the savannah. A 4WD track will take you into Jowalbinna, the
epicentre of “Quinkan” Rock Art for outback hospitality. You’ll be
inspired by this afternoon’s rock art walk. This body of work is rated
by UNESCO as one of the top ten rock art regions in the world. Your
guide will explain the significance of these artworks, the traditional
lifestyle of the Aboriginal people and the conservation initiatives to
preserve these national treasures. Later relax with a refreshing swim
in a bush creek or simply enjoy the peace of this remote outback
location. In the evening relax by the campfire. Accommodation at
Jowalbinna Rock Art Safari Camp.
Day 3 - Jowalbinna to Cairns (BL)
Rise to a morning chorus of
Kookaburras and Blue-faced Honeyeaters, two of over fifty bird species
here. Enjoy breakfast in the bush and choose to throw a boomerang, take
a self guided walk or paint your own canvas. Depart Jowalbinna and head
through the outback landscape to visit the Quinkan Regional Cultural
Centre. Cross the Great Dividing Range and leave the termite mounds and
beef cattle country to descend the rainforest clad mountains. Meet the
coast once again, returning to Port Douglas or Cairns.
Meal Codes: B = Breakfast L = Lunch D = Dinner
Rates
|
Adult |
Child |
Twin Share
|
$895 |
|
Single
|
$1090
|
|
| Sharing |
|
$795 |
A fuel levy of $10.00 per person is payable on board.
Tour is not suitable for children under 7 years of age. Solo travellers must pay sole use rate.
2009 Departures
Departs from Cairns, Northern Beaches and Port Douglas:
May-Nov (only): Every Monday & Friday
This tour operates with a min of 4 passengers and a max of 13 passengers.
