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Daintree River 'Sunset' Cruise with the Daintree Boatman

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A late afternoon cruise finishing at sunset is the perfect way to finish your Daintree experience. Floating on the water, enjoying the late afternoon light, watching wildlife foraging before sunset, often with a multitude of egrets flying home to roost for the night, there are few better places to be than out on the Daintree River. Highly sought-after birds (kingfishers, herons, frogmouth among others) as well as saltwater crocodiles & snakes are seen on most cruises.

Cruises cater for a maximum of 10 passengers (with a minimum age of 6 yrs old. Cruises are customised to the interests of the passengers. The boat used is a unique ‘hybrid’ utilising both a regular outboard & an incredible electric motor which creates less disturbance enabling outstanding views of wildlife.

Cruises start & finish at the public boat ramp in Daintree Village. Transfers are NOT possible. Daintree Village is 45 mins from Port Douglas, 75 mins to Cape Trib. There is NO public transport to this location.

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  • Driver/guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Riverview Caravan Park
2 Stewart Street, Daintree QLD 4873, Australia

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Daintree Boatman Wildlife Cruises

Finish your day aboard a small comfortable vessel catering for just 10 passengers.  From the Daintree Village boat ramp and jetty you will be welcomed aboard by the professional guide for a 2 hour guided sunset cruise taking you along the mighty Daintree river and its adjoining tributaries, to where the big boats don't go.  You will explore the rivers unique ecology from its freshwater origins to the saline mangroves gliding along the river in the late afternoons rays.  The cruise provides excellent wildlife viewing and photographic opportunities getting up close to the iconic wildlife.  Cruises are a special experience, with highly sought-after birds, crocodiles and snakes seen on most cruises. The smaller vessel enables a quiet intimate exploration of the river. The tour concludes back at the Daintree Village boat ramp where it is just a short stroll up to the village to the hotel for a beverage or dinner.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Recommended to bring a hat and jacket for weather protection
  • Vessel is roofless but has a dual Bimini roof that can be erected in inclement conditions
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: Will I get seasick on Daintree River ‘Sunset’ Cruise with the Daintree Boatman?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: Will I get seasick on Daintree River ‘Sunset’ Cruise with the Daintree Boatman?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Daintree River ‘Sunset’ Cruise with the Daintree Boatman?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AEST).
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The following is included:
  • Driver/guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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The minimum age to participate is 6. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

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Accessibility information for the Daintree River 'Sunset' Cruise with the Daintree Boatman is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Daintree River ‘Sunset’ Cruise with the Daintree Boatman will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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