Tropic Tours

28/05/2026

Feeling proud to share that Tropic Tours has been recognised as a Best of Queensland Experience 2026 – Gold Tier.

After receiving Teal Tier recognition in 2025, we are incredibly proud to continue growing and strengthening the experiences we offer across Tropical North Queensland.

A heartfelt thank you to our guests for sharing wonderful reviews of their experiences and to our awesome guides Simon & Karlos.

15/05/2026

15/05/2026

We are incredibly proud to share that Tropic Tours attended our very first Australian Tourism Exchange 2026 in Adelaide as a first-time seller!

Representing Tropical Far North Queensland alongside so many other amazing operators from our region was such a proud moment for us as a locally owned boutique tour operator from Cairns. The support from our incredible regional team at Tourism Tropical North Queensland (TTNQ) and the wonderful Queensland tourism team made the experience even more special.

Over the event, we met with more than 90 buyers from across the globe, showcasing our premium small-group touring experiences and, most importantly, sharing the story of our signature Cassowary Coast Goondoi Culture Experience.

The response was overwhelmingly positive. Buyers were genuinely excited by the opportunity to offer their clients something new, authentic, immersive, and culturally rich beyond the traditional touring routes. The Cassowary Coast and our exclusive cultural partnership experience was incredibly well received, with strong interest from international markets wanting meaningful and unique experiences for their travellers.

We are super excited to build on these new relationships as we continue showcasing the beauty, culture, and stories of the Cassowary Coast and Tropical Far North Queensland to the world. 🌿✨

08/05/2026

Australian Species Spotlight of the Week: Lumholtz's Tree-kangaroo (Dendrolagus lumholtzi) 🌿
A kangaroo that lives in the treetops is one of Australia's most extraordinary and rarely seen mammals.

Habitat: Upland rainforests of the Atherton Tablelands, Far North Queensland
Diet: Leaves and vines foraged high in the rainforest canopy 🍃

Fun facts:
- Tree-kangaroos can move their hind legs independently, essential for climbing, unlike normal kangaroos
- If threatened, it can leap from 15 metres up in the canopy to the ground without injury
- It spends about 60% of its time sleeping, usually on branches high in the tree canopy

Where to see them: Yungaburra, Malanda Falls and Curtain Fig National Park on the Atherton Tablelands (QLD).
Status: Near Threatened 🟡
Lumholtz's Tree-kangaroo faces pressure from habitat fragmentation, vehicle strikes and dog attacks as it moves between forest patches.

📸 Images by James Boettcher & Matt Cornish

08/05/2026

15/04/2026

Our American cruise ship guests,explore the cassowary coast engaged in the Goondoi cultural experience
Some proper deadly dancing here !
Well done to all for an amazing experience

15/04/2026

What a beautiful experience !
Sometimes magic just happens ,
Extraordinary experiences with tropic tours in the oldest rainforest on earth!
The Daintree Mossman gorge experience!

01/04/2026

Dear Tourism Industry,

We’re pleased to share the positive news that the Daintree River Ferry will reopen to the public from Thursday 2 April, with normal operating hours resuming from 5:00am to midnight, and full passenger service reinstated.

This confirmation from Council comes at an important time, supporting businesses, residents and visitors as we head into the Easter and school holiday period.

With access now restored, the entire destination is once again open and ready to welcome visitors. Conditions across the region continue to improve, with sunshine returning and experiences operating as normal.

As we’ve seen, perception plays a powerful role in booking behaviour. Consistent, positive messaging across all channels will be key in supporting our upcoming visitation period.

We will continue to amplify this message across our platforms and through our tourism network.

Warm Regards,
Tourism Port Douglas Daintree

Douglas Shire Council Tourism Tropical North Queensland Newsport Daily Port Douglas and Mossman Gazette