Today your adventure starts in Cairns where your Wet Tropics accredited guide will pick you up from your accommodation. We travel the scenic Captain Cook Highway to the Daintree River Ferry before entering the heart of the Daintree Rainforest. We continue our journey through untouched rainforest onto the 4WD only Bloomfield track. Northwest Australian Safaris has access to a unique beachfront location where you will spend time with our private Aboriginal elder on his traditional lands. Speaking 9 different languages and healing people from around the world, he will give you an unparalleled insight into indigenous culture and history. A photo opportunity at the beautiful Bloomfield falls in Wujal Wujal marks the end of the iconic Bloomfield track. Enjoy the significant artwork at the Bana Yirriji Art and Culture Centre. Watch for crocodiles and wildlife while enjoying a delicious fresh lunch on the banks of the Bloomfield river. Following lunch, we visit the historic Lion’s Den hotel, first opened in 1876. Throughout this incredible day you will learn all about the European settlement history of this iconic area before arriving at your Queenslander Guesthouse accommodation in Cooktown. After enjoying the sunset over the Endeavour River, dinner tonight is a delicious banquet at the locally famous Jackey Jackey Thai Restaurant.

STAY AT HISTORIC QUEENSLANDER GUESTHOUSE – COOKTOWN (LD)