Rainforest Hideaway - Daintree accommodation and sculpture trail in
the ancient rainforest at Cape Tribulation, Australia
In Cape Tribulation there is simply no better way than an eco-friendly sea kayaking tour to explore the beaches, reefs and rainforests along the Daintree Coast.
Paddling along the coast in your sea kayak you will enjoy spectacular views and see how the two World Heritage Areas of the Daintree National Park and the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park meet eachother.
In north Queensland the sun sets behind the mountains and is best seen from the oceanThere is a great sea kayak tour in Cape Tribulation; Cape Trib Paddletrek.
From Cow Bay, a bit south of Cape Tribulation, there are overnight sea kayaking tours to Snapper Island.
Cape Tribulation Beach, the departure point of the Cape Trib PaddletrekCape Trib Paddletrek sea kayaking tours depart every morning around 08:00 and again around 16:00 in the afternoon from Cape Tribulation Beach.
The morning tour gives you more time to explore, while the afternoon tour provides spectacular sunset views not seen by those on land, as the sun in north Queensland sets over the mountains, not over the ocean.Cape Tribulation Paddletrek has been running sea kayaking tours in Cape Tribulation for over 20 years and is owned and operated by Pete, who will provide you with expert instructions on how to paddle your kayak, and during the tour you he will share his indepth knowledge of local history and wildlife. As a long term resident and experienced scuba diving instructor who has spent years living and working in Cape Tribulation he knows the ocean like the back of his hand.
Animals encountered on these sea kayaking tours include sea turtles, sea eagles, sting rays, sometimes dolphins, dugongs, whales passing by on their north south migration path, and even the occasional cassowary on the beach!
There are several lengths of sea kayaking tours to choose from, and all the kayaking tours include free transfers from and to your accommodation, refreshments, instructions, and all equipment.
Sea kayaking in Cape Tribulation is absolutely the most low impact eco-friendly way to see the coastline of the Daintree National Park, and Cape Trib Paddletrek is proud to have been awarded eco-certification from Eco Tourism Australia.
Never been sea kayaking before ? No worries mate!
Seakayaking is easy, and Pete will show you how.Cost for the sea kayaking tours are $79.- for the morning trek, and $69.- for the sunset trek.
BOOK THE PADDLETREK HERE ONLINE WITH INSTANT CONFIRMATION
Myall Beach, the destination of Cape Trib PaddletrekYou can either book the tour above on arrival in Cape Trib or, if you'd like to book in advance, your host Rob will be happy to make arangements for you.
This way you can book your accommodation and sea kayaking tour all at the same time and only need to send your deposit or credit card details once.
If you have already booked your accommodation at Rainforest Hideaway you can at any time later easily book this trip and it will not be necessary to re-send your credit card details. (There is no extra booking fee, you pay exactly the same as when you'd go to the operator directly). To book or ask any other details on the tour send an email
View from Alexandra Lookout to Snapper Island and the Coral Sea
Cape Kimberley Beach looks out over Snapper IslandTropical Seakayaks departs around 8am from Crocodylus Village in Cow Bay where you will be fuelled up for the 11km paddle by a hearty breakfast.
Here you will also receive your orientation and camping paraphernalia e.g. dry bag, sleeping gear, snorkel sets, and stinger suits.
The 11km kayak is taken at a slow pace to ensure everyone makes the most of the spectacular views of the Daintree Coastline and can spend time posing for photos and spotting all the sea life that accompanies you along the way - turtles and sea birds for sure and maybe even a dugong or whale!
Throughout the trip you will be accompanied by a guide who will keep you safe, prepare your breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, and set up your tent.
Once on the island you will have plenty of time to explore Snapper Islands rainforest and fringing coral reefs before settling down to dinner and a spectacular sunset then its off to bed in your true room with a view two man tent to rest up for tomorrow's next adventure.
Wake up next day to the amazing sunrise and then its off again to kayak slowly back to Cow Bay beach visiting Shipwreck Cove, Robinson Crusoe and Coral Cove along the way for morning tea and lunch and possibly just one more snorkel.BOOK THE SNAPPER ISLAND OVERNIGHT SEA KAYAKING TOUR HERE ONLINE
They also do a 3.5 hour sunrise trek along the pristine Daintree National Park coastline in the quiet of the morning in 7m double kayaks. Then take a break or two to eat a tropical morning tea on one of the pristine beaches along the way. Spend the rest of the morning snorkelling over delicate coral fringing reefs, admiring the views of the rainforest from the sea, or searching for turtles, dolphins and a myriad of other sea creatures, all under the care of experienced guides. Snorkelling, safety gear and a tropical morning tea all included. THe tour is also suitable for children from 6 to 12 years inclusive.
BOOK THE SUNRISE SEAKAYAKING TOUR HERE ONLINE
Tour prices correct at time of publishing this website, no responsibility accepted for any changes by operator.
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Rainforest Hideaway Cape Tribulation Accommodation & Sculpture Trail - 109R Camelot Close, Cape Tribulation 4873, Australia Ph: 07-40980108