Daintree River Cruise: 1-Hour Wildlife and Eco-System Exploration Journey

Embark on a one-hour Daintree River cruise that provides two separate launch points along a twelve-kilometre section of the river. This arrangement optimizes your chances of encountering wildlife and experiencing the variety of this incredible ecosystem.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Crocodile Express Daintree River Cruises - One hour cruises depart regularly from both Daintree Village as well as from Daintree Gateway which is located 200 meters before Daintree River Ferry Crossing. This gives visitors the best opportunities to see wildlife and the diversity of this amazing eco system. From rainforest to mangroves the scenery is spectacular. The Upper Daintree section from Daintree Village is especially popular for bird watching and departures from near the Daintree River Ferry Crossing (Daintree Gateway) offers spectacular views of Thornton Peak, rainforest and mangroves.

Please note your first cruise will depart from Daintree Village, Check-in is at Daintree Tourist Information Centre located in Daintree Village. Times listed above are from Daintree Village Only. All extra bonus cruises can depart from either Daintree Village or from near Daintree Ferry river crossing. Look for the big Croc Head Kiosk. Cruise times available from near the ferry will be advised on check-in in the village.

What's Included
  • Unlimited 1-hour river cruises from Daintree Village and Daintree Ferry Gateway
  • Bonus Daintree Explorer Pass to travel on another cruise free for up 30 days
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark. Cruise from Daintree Village Jetty only suitable.
  • Extra cruises are free for up to 30 days. Daintree Explorer Pass is free and subject to seat Fare paying passengers on their first cruise are given priority on seat availability. Second cruise free passengers are welcome to return on a later cruise date for up to 30 days. Proof of identity and Crocodile Express Pass is required on all passengers travelling on ‘extra cruise’.
Location
5 Stewart St
Stewart Street
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Steen
Aug 4, 2024
Great cruise - Great cruise with a very knowledgeable guide. Nice small boat - this makes it easy for all to see the wildlife. Definitely worth the price. Can only be recommended.
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Gayg38
Aug 3, 2024
Totally recommend River Cruise - Awesome company to deal with. Great adventure. Expert guide and experience, Certainly a highlight of our trip. Saw Scarface and others. Impressed by the ecological approach and care for the environment and animals
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Bethlx7778wk
Jul 30, 2024
Wonderful tour seeing crocs, birds and tree snakes! - We absolutely loved this tour. Very relaxed environment. Very informative. Lots of beautiful wildlife to see. And much to our kids delight, the first croc was spotted 30 seconds into the trip. Also saw snakes in trees.
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Pathfinder218530
Jul 29, 2024
Perfect tour x2 - Had Neil as my guide for both upper and lower cruises. Great tour along the river both days, he did everything to allow everyone to see as many crocodile as possible. Very knowledgeable, absolute gent. Would recommend 👌
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Bank678
Jul 19, 2024
Great cruise - Excellent tour, seen some big crocs, juveniles and a range of wildlife. Neil was a great tour guide answered everyones questions even had max the dog come along for the tour. Would recommend
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Marketaberryman
Jul 19, 2024
Awesome crocodile experience - Awesome tour. We really enjoyed seeing the crocodiles in their own environment from a safe but incredibly close distance.🐊
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Belindaco568ds
Jul 18, 2024
Wonderful - This tour is amazing. Neil is full of information about crocodiles and the Daintree area! Well worth the trip! Thanks for a great tour
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Hannahro3218lk
Jul 12, 2024
Fantastic tour - Neil was an amazing tour guide with a great sense of humor that kept our kids entertained throughout the trip. We saw a variety of crocodiles, both large and small, and Neil pointed out and educated us on numerous other wildlife species. Highly recommend!
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Fearless21085763028
Jul 6, 2024
Best Aussie Cruise - I remember the last time I came here, somewhere inside 2022. Felt like yesterday. The Daintree River Cruise is perfect!
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Katherineho13
Jul 19, 2024
Great tour. - Great tour with Neil (and Max), saw lots of crocodiles and very informative. Had a good cruise along the river and saw Scar Face - huge crocodile 800kg and 80 years old.
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