Cape York & Torres Strait Explorer
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Tour Overview
Travel to the tippy top of northern Queensland on an Australian adventure in Far North Queensland. Over 10 days, you’ll learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture during immersive activities with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander guides, hit the beach for swims and nature walks, cross the Iron Range and soak in all the natural beauty of this rural landscape. Spend a night near Chilli Beach, camp in the bush under the clear night sky and tick Pajinka off your bucket list – the northernmost point of the country! Take an eco-cruise to spot crocodiles, walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cape Tribulation and discover ancient rock art. With all these activities and more, you can soak up Australia’s amazing history, landscapes and remote communities.
Trip Code: PZRY
Start
Cairns
End
Bamaga
Destination
Australia
Meals
8 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Transport
Private 4WD Overland Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night), Camping (7 nights), Camping with basic facilities (1 night)
Days
10
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 19
Min Age
15
Style
Basici
Physical
4i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Make the pilgrimage to Pajinka (Cape York) – the continent’s northernmost point and one of Australia’s most remote and unique locations, known as ‘The Tip’.
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Take a ferry to Thursday Island and learn more about the culture of the Torres Strait Islander people on a guided walk along Bayo Beach with a Torres Strait Islander Guide.
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Cross the Iron Range for a night near Chilli Beach – this picture-perfect white sand beach is framed by palm trees.
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Head into the mangroves on an eco-cruise in Weipa to spot crocodiles sunning themselves on the muddy riverbanks.
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Learn about Aboriginal culture in a remote retreat outside Cooktown with an Aboriginal guide, try bush food and listen to storytelling about the land and its ancestors. Then, learn about Torres Strait Islander culture on Thursday Island.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
8 breakfasts, 7 dinners
Transport
Private 4WD Overland Vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night), Camping (7 nights), Camping with basic facilities (1 night)
Included activities
- Cape Tribulation - Lookout
- Cape Tribulation - Daintree Rainforest nature walk
- Rossville - Welcome to Country Smoking Ceremony
- Cooktown - Cooktown Museum Visit
- Rossville - Kuku Nyungkul cultural tour
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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