Today we follow parts of the original Old Telegraph Track – one of the highlights of Cape York and it is a great track for 4WD enthusiasts. We pass the memorial to “Toots”, a famous lady trucking character, have morning tea at Musgrave and stop at the beautiful Archer River for a sumptuous lunch before our river crossing. We traverse open woodland country; pass huge termite mounds before arrival at the historical Moreton Telegraph Station.

CAMPGROUND – MORETON STATION. (BLD)

Another exciting day of 4WD Driving and creek crossings until we reach the Jardine River, named after pioneering explorers to the area Frank and Alexander Jardine. “The Jardine” is the largest river on the Cape York Peninsula and renowned for crocodiles. Later we stop for lunch and a swim in the crystal-clear water at Fruit Bat Falls.

CAMPGROUND – SEISIA. (BLD)

Today we visit a very special family who live on a stunning beautiful private island located in the Torres Strait. Lunch today under the palm trees overlooking the beautiful blue waters – such a wonderful day!

CAMPGROUND – SEISIA. (BLD)

Option 1: Free Day (Seisia)

Take the day off from touring. Relax at the campsite, catch up on washing or read a book. The day is yours to do as much or little as you want.

Option 2: Two Island Day Trip – Thursday and Horn Island (must be pre-booked and pre-paid)

Both island tours have information and history of the past and the important part the islands played in the war and keeping Australia safe. History of the early Pearling Luggers and the part they played while admiring the spectacular and breathtaking views of the Torres Straits and its turquoise waters.

Inclusions:

• Return ferry from Seisia to Thursday Island
• Thursday Island small group tour
• Entry to the Green Hill fort and underground collection
• Return ferry from Thursday Is to Horn Is
• Horn Island small group ‘In Their Steps’ WW2 tour
• Entry to Torres Strait Heritage Museum 
• Horn Island transfers
• Lunch Included

CAMPGROUND – SEISIA. (BD) NB: Lunch at own expense if free day option chosen

This morning, we visit the Famous Croc Tent and walk to the TIP. We will travel through the drier savannah woodlands which will change into dense rainforest before opening up at the deserted beaches at Australian’s most northern point. Also, today we enjoy some 4WD action, road conditions and weather permitting, arriving at Bramwell Station – Australia’s most northern cattle station. A lovely dinner has been prepared for your enjoyment by Bramwell Station (at own expense).

CAMPGROUND – BRAMWELL STATION. DINNER TONIGHT AT OWN EXPENSE (BL)

This morning, we move East through cattle country. We travel through the largest area of tropical lowland rainforest remaining in Australia, crossing rivers before entering Iron Range National Park via Tozers Gap. This place is truly wonderful with rare fauna and flora, looking for the famous Palm Cockatoos, Eclectus parrots & Green Pythons.

ACCOMMODATION – IRON RANGE- UNIQUE BUSH STYLE CABINS, DINNER AT OWN EXPENSE (BL)

Today your Guide will take you on a day of adventures where you will travel to Chilli Beach which is truly stunning with its wonderful ocean and landscapes. We also visit significant historical sites in the area from the gold times of the 1930’s and the Airfield at Iron Range. On about 18th April 1942 Walter Maierersperger, the Commanding Officer of 33 Bomb Squadron of the 22nd Bomb Group USAAC carried out an aerial reconnaissance flight over the Iron Range area. Lunch today will be at the famous Portland Roads Locals Cafe (at own expense), overlooking the sea with wonderful home cooked food including fresh fish on the menu. Then after lunch we return back to your accommodation for some free time.

RETURN TO ACCOMMODATION – IRON RANGE – UNIQUE BUSH STYLE ACCOMMODATION BREAKFAST/LUNCH/DINNER AT YOUR OWN EXPENSE

Our day starts early today, as we travel to Coen where you can visit the Coen Historical Museum and will be treated to lunch on the banks of the Coen River. After lunch we travel through Lakefield National Park on the same tracks as the mounted mail men did. This National Park is filled with Billabongs and river systems alive with wildlife. Stay tonight at the Kalpowar crossing located in Lakefield National Park.

CAMPGROUND – KALPOWAR BUSH CAMP (LAKEFIELD NATIONAL PARK) (LD)
BREAKFAST AT YOUR OWN EXPENSE

As we will now have more time to enjoy Cooktown, we will add the beautiful Isabella Falls for a swim and lunch. On arrival in Cooktown, we will check into our accommodation before having dinner at the one of the local restaurants of your choice (at own expense).

ACCOMMODATION IN COOKTOWN. (BL)

Our added day in Cooktown affords us a fantastic opportunity to explore a town pivotal to Australian history. Breakfast today will be at the Sovereign Resort which is included, before we begin our day at the James Cook Museum, learning the fascinating history of the area. Following this our passengers will enjoy free time explore the main street followed by lunch at the Cooktown’s Gardens Cafe. We will walk around Keatings Lagoon, a wetland rich with birdlife. Before dinner we will take in the sunset over the Endeavour River at the Grassy Hill Lookout. Dinner this evening will be your choice of the many cafes located nearby (at own expense – D).

ACCOMMODATION IN ROOMS COOKTOWN. (BL)

After an early breakfast at any of the local cafes you may find (B) at own expense), our departure from Cooktown will see us travelling south, visiting Black Mountain, Lion’s Den Hotel, (Bloomfield Falls subject to National Parks) arriving in Daintree (via the Bloomfield Track subject to road conditions). Accommodation and our Dinner is included tonight and is deep in the beautiful Daintree Rainforest overlooking Coopers Creek.

ACCOMMODATION DEEP IN THE DAINTREE RAINFOREST (LD)

Interpretative Daintree rainforest walk. Enjoy the Daintree Ice creamery (at own expense). Visit the beautiful Alexander Range lookout on our way to Cairns. Then we cross the Daintree Ferry to board our wild life cruise on the Daintree River. Light lunch at Mossman before we continue onto Cairns which brings us to the end of your Cape York tour.

ICE-CREAM TODAY AT YOUR OWN EXPENSE – (L)
WILD LIFE CRUISE – ON THE DAINTREE RIVER – (is at your own cost)