Follow the majestic Daintree River as it meanders through lush farmlands bounded by the world’s oldest living tropical rainforest to our destination, Tranquility on the Daintree, a 450 acre private property.

On the way, learn about the pioneering history of the Daintree from gold seekers to cedar timber getters. Hear tales of hardship endured by the first settlers, from massive floods to Aboriginal attacks. Enjoy the beauty of Thornton’s Peak, one of Queensland’s highest mountains and marvel at the Aboriginal dreamtime story surrounding it. Shrouded in mystery, intrigue and legend, Thornton’s Peak casts a watchful gaze over the Daintree rainforest.

Take a step forward in time and hear about life today in the tropics, the secrets of running a cattle farm and the daily hardships still endured today.

Stop at the river lookout and pause to take in the breathtaking panorama of our destination, Tranquility on the Daintree. One of the prettiest properties on the Daintree and one of the oldest, Tranquility on the Daintree has an amazing tale of the survival of a first settler family.

You’ll be amazed by their incredible story, see where they lived and the artifacts that remain of their life.

Arriving at Niau Creek, we embark on our stunning walk through the world’s oldest living tropical rainforest, the Daintree rainforest, where we unlock the secrets of this fascinating eco-system. See strange, primitive and dangerous plants, enjoy the natural splendor of the Hanging Gardens and marvel at the walking tree.

Learn about bush foods, aboriginal legends and many interesting and amusing facts surrounding life in the Daintree rainforest. Marvel at the beautiful Hanging Gardens and the amazing Walking Tree.

Stop, look, listen and smell the rainforest. Experience the essence of the Daintree. Hear the chatter of birds, smell the aromas of the rainforest and see the spectacular Ulysses butterfly, symbol of the region. Onto the Niau homestead. See where they lived, what they left behind and just try to imagine living their life.

But the best is yet to come…

Nestled in the heart of the Daintree rainforest lies a natural wonder waiting for you to discover! You’ll be in awe at the spectacular beauty of NIAU FALLS. Marvel at its beauty, cascading streams of rainforest water set against a rainforest backdrop. Or simply escape today’s world for a moment. A photographers dream!

The walk is on formed tracks, remnants from the Niau family, and is extremely easy. It can be completed by all ages.

Small And Personalised

The best way to see the Daintree rainforest is on a guided Daintree rainforest tour with Tranquility Tours!. Offering small group numbers and convenient departure times, Tranquility Tours gives you the flexibility to decide when to see the rainforest. Because we are exclusive, bookings are essential!

Ideal for visitors staying in the Daintree! Simply ring us and make a booking and we will pick you up in our air-conditioned mini bus from your accommodation if you are staying in or near the Daintree Village. Or, for people staying in Port Douglas or Cairns that have their own vehicle for the day driving themselves to the Daintree, simply ring and book and we will meet you outside the Daintree General Store 10 minutes prior to our scheduled departure time.

No large tour groups, no big busses, get off the beaten track! Because we own the property you will be visiting, we can make sure your guided Daintree rainforest tour will be small and personalised. No large crowds or other tourists to be met on the way.

We take a minimum of 4 passengers with a maximum of 13. This ensures you make the most of your guided rainforest tour and we keep human impacts on the environment to a minimum. Experience the Daintree rainforest as it should be, become part of the environment!

For those seeking a personal and totally exclusive Daintree rainforest experience, sole charters are available.

What To Bring

A visit to the Daintree rainforest is a memorable experience. Make sure you bring your camera to capture those once in a lifetime rainforest memories! Also bring your hat and sunscreen, we provide insect repellant and rainjackets.