Learn about the nature of Queensland by embarking on a 4-day tour full of activities
On this tour guests will not only experience four days exploring the natural beauty of Far North Queensland; they will also be offered unique and exclusive opportunities to be part of citizen science data collection, wildlife rescue and wildlife rehabilitation. A major highlight of this tour for guests is meeting the unsung heroes of the nature and wildlife conservation community who have dedicated their lives to protecting the animals that call FNQ home.
During this tour, you will be able to take part in animal spotting activities that have a high success rate. This is achieved through exclusive access to areas such as the Forever Wild Tropical Wetlands Shared Earth Reserve, a landscape of old growth savannah woodlands, lakes, swamps and creeks.
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Wildlife and Conservation Safari Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Explore the Daintree region
Start your day early with a pick up from your accommodation in Cairns. Enjoy the Great Barrier Reef Drive as you head north on the scenic coastal highway. Learn about the unique habitats within the local environment and observe the changes in biodiversity as we get closer to the Daintree Tropical Rainforest.
Enjoy the Jindalba nature trail that offers unique and remarkable opportunities to experience the natural scenery and endemic wildlife within the National Park.
After the lunch, drive to Cape Tribulation (where the rainforest meets the reef). This famous valley resembles a giant amphitheatre with a semicircle of hills dominated by Mt Sorrow (850m) and Mt Hemmant (1000m). Spend two hours exploring the beautiful area. Afterwards, you’ll be taken to the lodge for the night.
Overnight Location: Lodge in Daintree
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Daintree River Cruise
In the morning, a short drive of 30 minutes will have us at our Daintree River cruise location.
Cruise the beautiful Daintree River with the dawn light, spotting wildlife on a quiet, clean solar electric boat with zero impact on the environment. Get closer to nature… hear, smell & experience without noise & fumes. There is a 99% success rate for spotting crocodiles, excellent bird watching opportunities and other wildlife possibilities such as snakes, frogs and fish and bats. The cruise is two hours!
Afterwards, visit the Wildlife & Raptor Care Queensland.
In the afternoon, visit the Curtain Fig Tree which is likely one of the most incredible trees you will see in your life. This ancient fig tree is an epic rainforest survivor with a very complex ecosystem surrounding its lifecycle. The birdlife that can be heard in the surrounding forest is quite amazing here.
Overnight Location: Lodge near Lake Eacham
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Visit to Australian Quoll Conservancy and nighttime wildlife watching
Become a citizen scientist for a morning on your visit to Australian Quoll Conservancy! You will have an exclusive opportunity to work along-side industry experts and assist in conducting valuable research that will aid in the preservation of Far North Queensland’s endangered wildlife!
After the lunch, head towards the Lake Barrine with an outstanding location for nature activities. Several walks are available offering great wildlife and bird watching opportunities. The lake is a big highlight to spot reptiles such as Water dragons, birds, eels, fish, and other Wet Tropics endemic species. Also, try our hand at spotting Platypus in the WILD!
Afterwards, prepare for some nighttime wildlife watching. A wildlife tour in the Far North Queensland is not complete without a night walk. A large portion of the local wildlife has adopted a nocturnal lifestyle to avoid the heat of the day in the tropical climate.
Overnight Location: Lodge near Lake Eacham
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Visit to Neranda Tea Plantation to meet kangaroos
Today enjoy sleeping in and head towards Nerada tea Plantation at the early afternoon. You will meet Dr Karen Coombes, Director and Chair Founder of Tree Roo Rescue, a non-for-profit organisation that rescues and rehabilitates orphaned, injured, or displaced tree-kangaroos for release back into the wild, or when release is not possible, for life in captivity as breeding animals in zoos for education and conservation. Karen will accompany guests to a neighbouring forest where a wild population of Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroos reside and provide behavioural interpretation.
In the late afternoon, head towards the Tolga Bat Hospital. The Tolga Bat Hospital is a wildlife experience based in the Atherton Tablelands. They have been awarded Advanced Ecotourism accreditation, for offering one of Australia’s leading and most innovative ecotourism experiences. A visit to this site to observe this community group that works for the conservation of bats and their habitat through rescue and land care work, advocacy, education and research.
Overnight Location: None
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Wildlife and Conservation Safari Tour Price and Dates
This guided wildlife watching tour in Australia is always run as a private tour for your group only and the prices depend on the size of your group.
The prices below are per person:
- Guided Group of 4-6: $1,995 USD per person
Accommodation on Wildlife and Conservation Safari Tour
This tour is based in lodges. Although they are located in more remote areas, they provide a reasonable level of modern conveniences to make your trip more comfortable.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Daintree Heritage Lodge ★★★
Stay in a small unique lodge featuring 20 Rainforest cabins set within the quite serenity of the Daintree Rainforest.
Chambers Wildlife Lodge
This lodge is hidden in 1200 acres of Lake Eacham's lush, tropical highland rainforest in the beautiful Waterfalls and Crater Lakes district of the Atherton Tablelands.
What’s Included in the Wildlife and Conservation Safari Tour?
Meals
3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 3 nights are included. Accommodations before the tour in Cairns are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour in the modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, starting with pickup and drop-off in Cairns.
Also Included
- English-speaking naturalist guides
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees where applicable
- 4 unique conservation activities
Not included
- Flights to and from Cairns
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Pre and post tour accommodation
- Insurance
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
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