Wilderness Eco Safaris
Cains Safaris - A truly unique rainforest experience

Wilderness Eco Safaris - Day Safari

From
$169.00
Per Person

Tour Description

Beginning our day by ascending the Hinterland Mountain region and into the first World Heritage National Parks at 2400 feet above sea-level (800M). Enjoy morning tea in the tranquility of the rainforest on the edge of an extinct Volcanic Crater Lake. Here is a chance of a morning swim in the crystal waters, and a nature walk to spot wildlife such as the Jurassic aged Eastern Water Dragons, Bearded Dragons and Saw Shell Snapper Turtles.

 

 

Off-Road Adventure

Then off-road as we enter the "Land of the Giants" rainforest trees. This is the ony area where true ancient living giants live. One with a height of 53 Meters (160 feet) and a circumference of 43 Meters (130 feet) this massive natural structure is spectacular. Rainforest species, local "bush -tucker" is revealed by your experienced Naturalist Guide. Watchful for reptiles and Musky Rat Kangaroos, frequenting this area, lunch soon follows. Freshly prepared Alfresco style with soft drink on the edge of a great lake frequented by few to no others.

 

Eco Adventure

Our "Eco Adventure" continues in the afternoon as we ascend higher mountain peaks on "restricted Access" narrow 4Wd trails into areas used for scientific research and wildlife studies. Rainforest in this area so immense it is hard to imagine explorers back in 1882 once rode their horses blazing the first trails.

This area also a regular habitat for the native and rare Cassowaries as we pass from jungle to open woodlands, descending down the north side of the mountain into the Australian Bush. A great chance of spotting some of our unique marsupial such as the Pretty Face & Agile Wallabies, Wallaroos & Eastern Greys. Here we have also seen on occasion the rare "White Kangaroos".

 

Taste Local Fruit

Almost in the middle of no-where is the local fruit vendor. Taste local fruit before heading into the mighty Clohesy River area with real 4WD river crossings (platypus habitat) and back into another rainforest National Park. Here we see other impressive giant rainforest trees, unique birds nests and our most dangerous plant the "stinging trees". A look is all we need for this one as touching it will have you thinking you've just been stung by a dozen bees.

 

What to Bring

  • Most important of all - "A GREAT SENSE OF ADVENTURE "
  • Camera
  • Walking Shoes
  • Hat
  • Light Jacket (recommended during the cooler months)
  • Swim wear
  • Towel
  • Water Bottle

Costs

Day Safari 8 AM - 5.30 pm approx.

Prices are in Australian Dollars and include 10% Goods and Services Tax(GST).

Day Tour Safari

(Depart Cairns)

Per Adult/Child : $169

(Depart Northern Beaches)

Per Adult/Child : $174 

Day Tour Safari - Private Group Vehicle Charter
Per vehicle including up to 4 passengers:

Depart Cairns:$890

Depart Northern Beaches:$910
* Additional passengers are at $90 per person.

A $4 per person fuel levy applies to above rates.

 

Cancellation Policies:

Day Tour Safari
Outside 48 hours of departure incurs no penalty. Inside 48 Hours is at the discretion of the operator and can be up to 100%.

Day Tour Safari Private Charter
Depending on group size, 3 days notice prior to departure must be given to incur no penalty. Inside 3 days of departure is at the descretion of the operator and can be up to 100%.