Down Under Tours

20/06/2024

A beautiful day spent in World Heritage Listed Rainforest. You can find this tour here 👉 https://www.downundertours.com/cape-tribulation/

17/06/2024

Kuranda railway station - circa 1930

📸 Vintage Cairns

14/06/2024

Magical Mossman Gorge (Manjal Dimbi) - Place yourself here.
Just sitting, immersing yourself in the sounds of the Daintree Rainforest. The soothing flowing emerald water, a gentle breeze high in the canopy...a Ulysses butterfly dances through the trees.... just yourself and nature. Leave the rest of the world behind.
Photo Credit📸Katie Purling and Tourism Tropical North Queensland

Photo Description: A lady in a white dress and wide brimmed hat relaxes on a rock beside the emerald waters of Mossman Gorge surrounded by lush rainforest.

12/06/2024

Wildlife Wednesday - What kind of bird is this? Where is it's wings?
This cutie is a flightless bird, a Southern Cassowary chick, found in the Wet Tropics of Tropical North Queensland. The father Cassowary is often seen wandering through the Daintree Rainforest foraging for fruits with his striped children in tow. Fun Fact - The Cassowary is related to emus and ostriches but did you know, they are also have cousins over in New Zealand, the Kiwi.
Photo Credit 📸Overland Travellers & Tourism Tropical North Queensland.

Photo Description: A juvenile Southern Cassowary stands center frame. It has light brown short feathers with notable dark brown stripes down it's back.

10/06/2024

Ever heard of the saying "Where the Rainforest Meets the Sea"...THIS is that very place!
This stunning arial shot taken by The Greener Two showcases the only place in the world where 2 World Heritage Listed places meet, The Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef. We are in love with those colours 😍
Additional Photo Credit 📸Tourism Tropical North Queensland

Photo Description: A drone shot split diagonally down the image...one site is the dense lush Daintree Rainforest and the other side is an aqua clear sea.

05/06/2024

Wildlife Wednesday - Did you know Kangaroos can climb?!?
This marsupial is the Lumholtz's Tree Kangaroo found in the northern rainforests of Australia on the Atherton Tablelands. This Kangaroo is part of the Macropod family, the word roughly translating to "Big Footed". Unlike their ground dweller cousins, these Kangaroos have sharp long claws on their feet to help them climb.
Photo Credit 📸Tourism Tropical North Queensland

Photo Description: A marsupial known as a Lumholtz's Tree Kangaroo clings onto a rainforest tree. It's fur is yellow and brown with a dark face and feet.

03/06/2024

A Stunning sunrise over Cape Tribulation (Kulki to the Eastern Kuku Yalanji people).
The headland was named "Cape Tribulation" by Lieutenant James Cook. He mentioned Cape Tribulation in his log book in 1770 as in nearby waters his ship The Endeavour ran aground on coral reef causing significant damage and delays. He wrote about Cape Tribulation and of their predicament "Because here began all my troubles..." (the trials and tribulations of the event).
Photo Description📸The Greener Two & Tourism Tropical North Queensland

Photos Description: A rainforest covered headland juts out into the Coral Sea. On the horizon the sun slowly rises with colours of orange and yellow and the rest of the scene is bathed in purple hues.

29/05/2024

Wildlife Wednesday - Did you know dragons are real!?!

This is the Boyd's Forest Dragon and they call the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest their home. They usually spend their time perched on tree trunks in the forest, around head height and are active between dawn and dusk. If you have a keen eye wandering through the rainforest, you may just spot one. This awesome close up photo is rare as they usually are quite shy. Congrats and Photo credit to driver guide Peter Munro for the cracking shot!
Photo Description: A Boyd's Forest Dragon (a Lizard) perches on the trunk of a rainforest tree. It has mottled colours of rainforest hues such as greens, sand and browns. It has a prominent crest and sand coloured dewlap under it's chin.

28/05/2024

27/05/2024

Have you spotted the Cassowary staring back at you on one of our luxury coaches in Cairns?
Cassowaries are the 3rd largest flightless bird (only behind the Ostrich & Emu) native to the Tropical North Rainforests of Australia and New Guinea.
Did you know, the bony lump on top of the Cassowaries head is called a casque which grows over time. It may look to be a solid mass however it is not, it is hollow inside and full of fibers. Several functions of the casque have been proposed from the use of navigating their way through the foulage of the rainforest, to regulating their body heat and to amplifying their very low call for communication purposes.
Photo Credit: Down Under Tours & Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

Photos Descriptions: One image contains a Cassowary up close to reveal the Casque on top of their head and Bright coloured plumage. The other image is the new branding of one of Down Under Tours Luxury coaches with the entire back surface of the coach, a close up photo of a Cassowary.

22/05/2024

Have you seen our newly branded Down Under Tours coaches around Cairns?

21/05/2024

Our Driver Guides are passionate about bringing this unique corner of the world to life through their knowledgeable and engaging storytelling. Whether you are travelling with us in a private sedan, or large luxury coach with custom interiors and wheelchair accessibility, our premium fleet will connect you to Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.

We continue to innovate and make eco-friendly decisions, ensuring we positively impact our business, region, and environment, including the World Heritage areas in which we operate.

Discover our range of Day Tours, Multiday Adventures, Private Touring and Group Tours today!


Video Credit: Down Under Tours and Tourism Australia.
Video Description: A series videos showcasing our expert team, our luxury coach fleet and our impact.

20/05/2024

We're driven to provide you with a professional and expert service, connecting you to the best of Cairns and Tropical North Queensland.

This is the only place on earth where two World Heritage Sites meet, with wildlife, waterfalls, and the world’s oldest rainforest. Explore Cape Tribulation, Cooktown, and the rainforests of Kuranda and Daintree with our experienced Driver Guides. We have Advanced ECOtourism and Green Travel Leader status, and we continue to make eco-friendly decisions, leveraging modern technologies and innovation.

Discover our range of Day Tours, Multiday Adventures, Private Touring and Group Tours today!



Video Credit: Down Under Tours and Tourism Australia.
Video Description: A series of Tropical North Queensland and Daintree Rainforest videos, listing the destination breadth of Down Under Tours.

16/05/2024

We've got a secret we can't wait to share!

03/05/2024

Mossman Gorge (Manjal Dimbi) is located north of Port Douglas and is the closest section of the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest to Cairns.

Manjal Dimbi is the traditional land of the Kuku Yalanji people. Join the Ngadiku Dreamtime Walk and step back in time wandering along the trails beneath the lush rainforest canopy while you learn of the special relationship that exists between the Kuku Yalanji people and their rainforest home.

You can upgrade to the Ngadiku Walk on our Daintree Dreaming Day Tour.
https://www.downundertours.com/aboriginal-tours/
Photo Credit📸PixelFrame and Tourism & Events Queensland

Photo Description: 3 people stand surrounded by lush rainforest looking up into the canopy. One of them is an Guide from Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre.

01/05/2024

This has to be one of the most photographed spots in Tropical North Queensland. Have you been here?
This location was snapped by one of our drivers earlier in the year. You may know the famous beach below but do you know the name of the hill? Clue: It's named after something that used to be found there.
Photo Credit📸Down Under Tours
Photo Description: A lookout view looking down onto a tropical beach in North Queensland framed by tropical foliage and palm trees.

29/04/2024

All rainbows lead to Down Under Tours! 🌈 Did you see the amazing rainbow show over Cairns today?
Photo Credit📸Down Under Tours

Photo Description: A full rainbow arches across a grey rainy sky with the Down Under Tours depot underneath.

29/04/2024

Who loves ice cream 🙋‍♀️🙋🙋‍♂️
The Daintree Ice Cream Company makes superb ice cream in the heart of the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest. It has to be up there with one of the most scenic locations to consume such a treat.
Their ice cream is made in complete harmony with nature from local ingredients and fruits from their orchard. In a sample of their signature cup (offered on our Cape Tribulation Daintree Day Tour), depending on what's in season you will have the opportunity to indulge in lesser known tropical fruits such as Mamey Sapote, Malay Apple, Soursop, Rollina, Marang & Abiu. Delicious!
Photo Credit📸Katie Purling, Tourism & Events Queensland and Down Under Tours.

Photo Description: 2 people stroll under the shade of the orchard enjoying their ice cream. The other image is a lady holding a cup of 4 different Ice Cream flavours and colours.

25/04/2024

23/04/2024

What is this I see?! A prehistoric footprint in the mud!!
The Cassowary is the closest living relative to the dinosaur and it is the second heaviest bird in the world (behind the Ostrich)... no wonder their footprints make such an impression! The cassowary has 3 toed feet with sharp claws (which they have been known to kick humans and animals with) so you do not want to get into an altercation with them. Never approach a cassowary and never feed one.
Did you know: Cassowaries are good swimmers and can cross wide rivers and enjoy a dip in the sea....even with feet like these.
Photo credit📸Thanks to driver Scott from Down Under Tours. Just look how this large Cassowary footprint is larger than his hand!

Photo Descriptions: A 3 toed footprint of a cassowary is clear in the earth. In the final photo the driver Guide his placed his hand along side the large center toe of the Cassowary.

22/04/2024

Sharing an incredible training day on Eastern Kuku Yalanji country this Earth Day 🌎

The Down Under Tours team had the privilege of learning from Marine and the Rainforest Rescue nursery team recently. It’s inspiring to witness the remarkable work being done there – from seed collection to trees in the ground ensuring right tree, right place, right time... is truly remarkable and achieves such a high success rate.

With 172 species under their care, the Rainforest Rescue nursery will produce 100,000 trees this year alone for their rescue and restoration projects. One such project is Lot 17 Cape Tribulation Road, made possible through the generous support of The TreadRight Foundation.

We also had the opportunity to explore Kuranji Bubu (Cassowary country), where we appreciated the transformation over the past 14 years. What was once a rubbish dump and the site of the oil palm plantations during the Christopher Skase era of Port Douglas is now a thriving ecosystem. The restoration efforts here are truly incredible and right next door to our lunch venue for our Daintree & Cape Tribulation Day tour.
Photo Credit📸Down Under Tours

Photo Descriptions: The Down Under Tours team stand in a shaded greenhouse conducting training with a Rainforest Rescue Staff member. Another image is a rainforest seedling up close. Another image is the whole group at the gate entrance and a group photo in another area of the nursery surrounded by rainforest seedlings.

18/04/2024

Din Din (Barron Falls) is still flowin'!💦

Flourishing greenery and towering falls - it's the perfect time to witness the result of 'rain' in the rainforest!🌴 Start planning your next rail journey on board Kuranda Scenic Railway! 👉 https://bit.ly/3O5OQcR

17/04/2024

17/04/2024

𝗖𝗮𝗶𝗿𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘃𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗺𝘀

Cairns Regional Council is shining white lights on the Court House Gallery each night to pay our respect and send our region’s support to the people impacted by the tragedy that occurred in Sydney last weekend.

The building will remain illuminated until this Sunday to serve as a visible reminder of our region’s support to everyone affected.

You can help people fundraising for the victims here: https://www.gofundme.com/en-au/c/act/westfield-bondi-attack-fundraisers

17/04/2024

Don't forget to look up!
Mossman Gorge is part of the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest. It has easy boardwalks so everyone can enjoy the majestic beauty of the Rainforest. Make sure that when you visit you look not only around you and down to the rainforest floor... but up into the canopy as well. Marvel at the fight for survival as the vegetation reaches high above you seeking the sunlight.
Around 3,000 plant species from over 210 families are found within the Daintree Rainforest and extended wet tropics region. Twelve out of the world’s 19 families of primitive flowering plants grow within the region and within these at least 50 species are found only within the tropics and rarely seen anywhere else. The diverse range of plant life also forms a natural archive of Australia’s evolutionary process.
🌱Information shared from Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre's Website
📸Photo Credit: Down Under Tours

Photo Description: 2 viewpoints of the Daintree Rainforest vegetation looking directly up into the canopy with a blue background sky. A variety of different rainforest trees reach up into the sunlight.

15/04/2024

🌱This April in the Daintree🌞
On a simply stunning sunny April afternoon we took a moment to indulge in the sights and sounds of the World Heritage Listed Daintree Rainforest from Alexandra Lookout. We cast our eyes across the rainforest to the costal lowlands and the mouth of the mighty Daintree River. Beyond lies Snapper Island, Low Isles and the Coral Sea with the vision all neatly framed by the Tree Ferns...the place where the rainforest meets the sea, where 2 Heritage Listed areas sit side by side.
Photo Credit📸Down Under Tours

Photo Description: A group of 20 people stand at a lookout overlooking the lush green foliage of the rainforest out to the deep blue Coral Sea. The sky is a bright blue in the afternoon sun with wisps of cloud in the distance.