Most of Australia's rainforest is situated in Queensland and is accessible from Cairns by good road in about two hours. It is an ideal stopover for divers who will be visiting the Great Barrier Reef or going on to Papua New Guinea. The Daintree River ferry is the gateway to Cape Tribulation where one can observe one of this planet's most spectacular sites where the rainforest meets the sea. There are all types of accommodations available including resorts from luxury to economical resorts, hotels, and motels.

Silky Oaks lodge is a luxurious oasis situated on the beautiful Mossman River. There are 60 freestanding chalets, but one has the feeling of privacy as all the Chalets are scattered along the hillside in a rainforest setting. Complimentary activities: Some guided rainforest walks, Mossman River snorkeling and canoeing, mountain bikes, tennis, resort pool, transportation into Port Douglas.

Price per person based on double occupancy:
740.00 Australian

Price includes:
• 3 nights accommodations in chalet

• Tropical breakfast

• Australian Wilderness Daintree and Cape Tribulation Safari or Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef Cruise

• Tax and service
 

Price  per person based on double occupancy for 5 night package: 1,270 Australian

Price includes:
• 5 nights accommodations in chalet

• Daily tropical breakfast

• Australian Wilderness Daintree and Cape Tribulation Safari and

• Quicksilver Outer Barrier Reef Cruise

• Tax and service
 

You can arrange for Silky Oaks to pick you up at the Cairns International airport or rent a car at the airport. The trip is about one and a half hours.