ABOUT NORTH WEST OUTBACK SAFARIS AUSTRALIA
North West Outback Safaris is locally owned and operated company with over 30 years’ experience in the travel industry. We pride ourselves on taking travellers to some of our favourite parts of Australia, to share an appreciation of the beauty, history, and culture of our unique country. Whilst providing an unrivalled level of customer service with friendly, knowledgeable and experienced guiding. Guests leave with lasting memories and a desire to experience more of this great country. Our guides are chosen for their ability to relish their occupation. They have a good sense of humour, are skilled drivers and great camp cooks.
Travel the beautiful Cape York Peninsular on a Cape York tour with North West Outback Safaris whose Australian Guides have over 30 years experience and knowledge of touring Cape York.
Itinerary Legend
(B) Breakfast | (L) Lunch | (D) Dinner
Day 1: Cairns – Mossman Gorge - Daintree Rainforest (L D)
Your day begins with you boarding our off road 4WD to travel north towards the Daintree Rainforest. Our first stop with your guide is to the beautiful Mossman Gorge where your guide will introduce you to the stunning, lush rainforest. After your walk we will stop in Mossman village for lunch at our favourite café.
We continue the day heading towards our accommodation deep in the Daintree Rainforest. Your cabins are located next to Coopers Creek. Once you have freshened up, we continue your afternoon with a private eco-friendly sunset Wildlife Cruise at the Daintree River. After your cruise relax and we look forward to seeing you at our Welcome Dinner that evening.
Accommodation: Deep in the Rainforest – Heritage Lodge
Day 2: Daintree Rainforest – Bloomfield Track - Cooktown (B L)
We leave the rainforest to head up through the Bloomfield Track heading towards Cooktown. Stopping to visit the iconic Lions Den Hotel. Established in 1875, its walls are adorned with signatures from around the world—a tradition harking back to the old mining days. Immerse yourself in the hotel’s lively atmosphere, often featuring live entertainment. After a beer at the pub, we continue to head north to Cooktown.
Accommodation: Cooktown
Day 3: Cooktown to Laura (B L D)
Leaving Cooktown after breakfast we start our drive to Laura, with lots of destinations on the way. We stop at the Old Laura Homestead, Battle Camp Station, Isabella Falls, and after a few river crossings we arrive in Laura where we stay for the night. Dinner at the local pub with the locals.
Accommodation: Laura
Day 4: Laura – Quinkan Rock Art - Iron Range National Park (B L D)
Leaving Laura, we head to the breathtaking Quinkan Rock Art. Your guide will introduce you to this very special Aboriginal site, it’s history and significance to the local Indigenous. We then travel north through the beautiful Lakefield National Park showcasing its unique eco system, billabongs, native wildlife. A true delight for those who love bird watching. We then head to Archer River to our lunch spot for today.
After lunch we move towards our two nights stay deep in the Iron Range National Park. Noted for its long sweeping beaches, rocky outcrops, and the largest area of lowland tropical Rainforest in Australia. We stay here for two nights deep in cabins located in the Iron Range Forest in the Iron Range National Park also noted for its diversity of wildlife and birdlife in Cape York. After our beautiful dinner our guide will take you on a night time walk to find the famous Green Python.
Accommodation: Greenhoose
Day 5: Iron Range National Park – (Chilli Beach – Portlands Road) (B L D)
This morning, we explore the beautiful Chilli Beach before our guides take you to the infamous Portlands Road Out of the Blue Café for lunch. Positioned right on the waterfront with beautiful views, food and atmosphere. The Portlands Roads area is known for its war time history – Great Coral Sea Battle. After returning back to the Iron Range National Park cabins to rest before the next day’s adventure.
Accommodation: Greenhoose
Day 6: Iron Range National Park to Weipa (B L D)
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, we head west towards the Gulf of Carpentaria to our beachside accommodation for the night.
Accommodation: Cabins – Weipa Camping Ground
Day 7: Weipa - Cape York – Private Island (B L D)
Leaving Weipa continue north. We stop for lunch and a swim in the crystal-clear water at Fruit Bat Falls before reaching 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. We then make our way to our accommodation for the last few nights of our tour on Roko Island.
This private island known for its spectacular scenery, fishing and pearling history, staying in glamping tents on the water. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of the island life surrounded by the beautiful turquoise waters. This is where they will say goodbye and wish you well with your onward travels. Enjoy a drink at the beach sunset bar on the island.
Accommodation: Roko Island – Glamping Tents
Day 8: Cape York – The Tip (The most northern part of Australia) (B L D)
Today, we experience the Tip of Australia at Cape York! Here, we offer you plenty of time for you to get your “Tip” photo souvenir and soak it all in!
Lunch will be hosted at Three Beaches overlooking the turquoise waters of the Torres Strait. On the way back we visit the famous explorer Jardine’s grave site and learn about the history associated with him.
Accommodation: Roko Island – Glamping Tents
Day 9: Island Tour (BLD)
Today we experience Torres Strait Islander cultural and art taking you on a special journey that explores Ailan Kastom (Island Custom) and two of the oldest living cultures in the world. Both Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures merge in this region creating an authentic experience that can be viewed nowhere else in Australia. After a very special lunch we then immerse ourselves in history revisiting the Great Coral Sea Battle of WWII.
Day 10: Private Island - Cairns (B)
It’s time to pack your bags and say good bye to this island paradise and start making your journey back to Cairns. Your host will transport you to meet your bus to transfer to the Airport for your flight back to Cairns.
We will have one our team from North West Outback Safaris meet you at Cairns Airport. You will then be transferred with our compliments to your accommodation in Cairns.
2027 Cape York Tour Dates
| Depart from Cairns | Arrive back to Cairns |
| 11th May | 20th May |
| 7th July | 16th July |
| 1st September | 10th September |
$10,700.00 PER PERSON – TWIN SHARE
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ADD $1,400.00
35% deposit on booking
INCLUDES: All accommodation, meals, transfers, tours, Horn Is to Carins flight (one way), National Park Fees, Fuel, Wet Tropics Guides, Insect repellent, Water, 4WD vehicle.
NB: Beach towels, soft drink, alcohol not included – at guest own expense.
All accommodation with private ensuites is subject to availability at time of booking.
Cape York Highlights
- Quinkan Rock Art
- Roko Island
- Daintree Croc Cruise
- Iron Range
- The historic Lions Den Hotel
- WWII sites
- Fruit Bat Falls
- Old Telegraph Track (Part thereof)
- World Heritage Daintree National Park
- Portland Roads – Chilli Beach
- Lakefield National Park
- Jardine River – Torres Strait
- Thursday Island
- Private guided walk through the oldest rainforest in the World
- Pajinka (local Aboriginal name for the Tip of Australia)
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$10,700.00 PER PERSON – TWIN SHARE
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT ADD $1,400.00
COVID19
If the Government closes the borders or remote areas due to a COVID19 case or lockdown, credits will be issued at no extra cost valid for 18 months – Not Including any extra cost of Flights.
To align with local Government requests, travellers on North West Australian Safaris must be up to date with required vaccinations and able to produce their COVID-19 digital certificate on request.
Things to know before you book
- Included: All accommodation, meals, transfers, tours, Horn Is to Cairns flight (one way), National Park Fees, Fuel, Wet Tropics Guides, Insect repellent, Water, 4WD vehicle.
- Not Included: Beach towels, soft drink, alcohol not included – at guest own expense.
Cancellation policy and refunds:
- 60 Days prior – full refund less non-refundable deposit
- 59-51 days prior – 50% of full tour cost plus forfeit deposit
- 50 days or less – full cancellation fee 100%
Payment Terms
- 35% non refundable deposit on booking
- 70 days prior – final payment due
Please Note
- The above terms and conditions also apply to date changes
- We highly recommend guests take out travel insurance prior to travelling with us
- When re-booking, you may be subject to price increases
- A single supplement for solo travellers applies
NB: We reserve the right to change our itinerary. In some instances beyond our control, the published itinerary can change due to unforeseen circumstances. The itinerary is subject to change depending on availability at time of confirming all bookings and should conditions of roads, weather etc change, this will effect access to remote areas. Amendments to locations of stay may and do occur in these instances. We reserve the right to change our price in light of increased operating expenses. Every effort is made to provide the printed itinerary.
Travel Insurance is highly recommended.