Cape York Tours

Day 2. Yungaburra – Chillagoe

Start early as you journey through the Tablelands, passing Atherton and following the scenic Wheelbarrow Way. Travel through farmland, cattle country, and wooded savannah before arriving in Chillagoe. Explore the fascinating limestone formations on a guided Chillagoe Cave Tour.

Accommodation: Local Accommodation

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 3. Chillagoe – Daintree Rainforest

Depart Chillagoe and travel through Mareeba, stopping at Coffee Works for a tasting. Continue to Kuranda and enjoy the Barron Falls Boardwalk before heading along the Great Barrier Reef Drive. Join a Crocodile Cruise on the Daintree River, stop at Alexandra Range Lookout and the Ice Cream Factory, explore the Marddja Boardwalk, and end the day in Cape Tribulation with a night walk.

Accommodation: Rainforest Loft (Ensuite) at Ferntree Rainforest Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 4. Daintree Rainforest – Cooktown

Journey along the Bloomfield Track, one of Australia’s most iconic 4WD routes. Stop at Wujal Wujal Falls, enjoy a drink at the historic Lions Den Hotel, and take part in an Indigenous experience with Mooks. Explore Cooktown’s Botanical Gardens and take in the sunset from Grassy Hill Lookout before dinner.

Accommodation: Ensuite Room at Milkwood Lodge or Ensuite Glamping at Rossville Retreat

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 5. Cooktown – Wolverton Station

Travel through Lakeland and visit Split Rock Aboriginal Rock Art, a site of incredible cultural significance. Continue past Laura, Fairview Station, Hann River Roadhouse, Musgrave Station, and Coen before arriving at Wolverton Station, Authentic Outback Glamping and Bird Heaven by a small lake.

Accommodation: Wildwishes (Glamping)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 6. Wolverton – Iron Range National Park

Drive along the Peninsula Development Road into Iron Range National Park. Cross the Wenlock and Pasco Rivers, take in the views from Mount Tozer, and enjoy a short waterfall hike. Visit Lockhart River, the historic Airstrip, and Quintell Beach before heading into a wildlife adventure in the backyard of the Temple.

Accommodation: The Temple or The Greenhoose

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 7. Iron Range National Park

Spend the day exploring Iron Range National Park. Visit Chilli Beach and Portland Roads, enjoy the Gordon Mine Creek Walk, and go birdwatching. In the evening, there’s an optional guided night walk to spot the park’s endemic species.

Accommodation: The Temple or The Greenhoose

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 8. Iron Range – Bramwell Station

Depart Iron Range with a morning of birdwatching or a short waterfall walk. Continue south, visiting Morton Telegraph Station and crossing the Wenlock River. Arrive at Bramwell Station for a hearty meal and an evening of entertainment at this classic Cape York stopover.

Accommodation: Bramwell (Ensuite)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 9. Bramwell Station – Cape York Peninsula / The Tip

Travel north exploring parts of the Old Telegraph Track. Stop at Fruit Bat Falls and, if road conditions allow, Elliot Falls. Cross the Jardine River and visit the famous Croc Tent before reaching the northernmost point of mainland Australia – “The Tip.” After a short walk, we bring you to your accommodation and watch the sunset from beautiful Punsand Bay.

Accommodation: Punsand Bay or Cape York Peninsula Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 10. The Tip and Roko Island

Start the day early with visits to Summerset, Flypoint, and the Five Beaches drive before arriving at Roonga Point. Take a boat trip to Roko Island for a guided tour and island-style lunch. Enjoy an afternoon cocktail on the island, hop on an optional Fishing Charter, or return back to Pun sand Bay along the northernmost coastlines of Australia.

Optional: Half-Day Fishing Charter - Enjoy a thrilling half-day fishing trip around Roko Island. Catch coral trout, mackerel, and trevally with expert local guides. All gear and refreshments included.

Accommodation: Roko Island / Punsand Bay or Cape York Peninsula Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 11. Bamaga/Seisia – Thursday Island

Enjoy the morning at Punsand/Bamaga and get picked up by your private charter boat after a short drive to Roonga Point or in Seisia. An epic boat trip through the islands of the Torres Strait. Arriving on Thursday Island early afternoon, you will meet your local indigenous guide Mutee for a cultural tour, exploring the island's unique history and local way of life.

Accommodation: The Grand Hotel TI (Ensuite)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 12. Thursday Island

Visit the Torres Strait Cultural Centre and enjoy free time on Thursday Island.

Accommodation: The Grand Hotel TI (Ensuite)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 13. Thursday Island – Weipa

After an early ferry from Thursday Island back to Seisia, continue your 4WD journey through the Cape. Guests may have the optional opportunity to revisit the Tip of Australia, depending on availability. Travel through Bamaga and Muttee Heads before crossing the Jardine River and continuing south toward Weipa. Enjoy the changing landscapes from lush rainforest to rugged outback as you arrive in the mining town of Weipa for the evening.

Accommodation: Weipa Motel

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 14. Weipa – Fairview Station

Head along the Peninsula Development Road, stopping at Archer River and Musgrave Roadhouse. Continue through Lakefield National Park North and arrive at Fairview Station, a working cattle property offering true outback hospitality.

Accommodation: Fairview Station

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 15. Fairview Station – Daintree Rainforest

Depart Fairview Station and travel south through the historic town of Cooktown, where you’ll visit the Cooktown Museum to explore the region’s rich cultural and maritime history. Continue your adventure along the scenic Bloomfield Track, stopping at Cowie Beach and Emmagen Creek for photos and a refreshing swim. Arrive in Cape Tribulation, where the rainforest meets the reef, and unwind for the evening surrounded by the natural beauty of the Daintree. Guests have the option to join an additional guided night walk to experience the rainforest’s nocturnal wildlife.

Accommodation: Ferntree Rainforest Lodge (Ensuite)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included

Day 16. Daintree Rainforest – Cairns

Enjoy your final morning in the Daintree Rainforest with visits to the Ice Cream Factory and Jindalba Boardwalk. Cross the Daintree River, stop at Mossman Gorge for a refreshing swim, and return to Cairns via the stunning Great Barrier Reef Drive.

Meals: Breakfast included