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Take your time and experience all that Cape York and the Torres Strait has to offer on a 14 day four wheel drive camping adventure.
Departing and returning to Cairns by road, this ultimate four wheel drive camping tour is perfect for travellers who want to meet locals, get a taste of outback life and explore Cape York and the Torres Strait at a grass roots level.

Experience the best of the rugged and diverse natural landscapes of North Queensland including the World-Heritage-Listed Daintree and Cape Tribulation Rainforests on your comfortable four wheel drive journey north from Cairns.  We make sure you have plenty of chances to get up close to wildlife in their natural habitats, try camp oven cooking, immerse yourself in Australian history, make new friends and meet colourful outback characters. 

After you reach the Torres Strait where you can have your photo taken on "The Tip" of Australia, adjust your body clock to island time and experience the rich indigenous culture, history, fishing and pristine natural beauty of the Torres Straight and Cape York’s northern most communities. 
Bask in the warmth of a romantic golden sunset on Loyalty Beach before you toast goodbye to the Torres Strait and return south, through Cape Tribulation, The Daintree Rainforest Port Douglas and back to your accommodation in Cairns. 

• Split Rock Aboriginal Art Site
• Hann River
• Old Musgrave Telegraph Station
• Coen
• Archer River
• Peninsula Development Road
• The Old Telegraph Track
• Jardine River Ferry
• Loyalty Beach
• Thursday & Horn Islands  
• Seisia - Australia's Most Northerly Point
• Twin Falls
• Indian Head Falls
• Bramwell Station
• Weipa
• Musgrave Station
• Lakefield National Park
• Old Laura Homestead
• Cooktown
• Black Mountain
• Lions Den Pub
• Bloomfield Track
• Daintree Rainforest
• Cape Tribulation

Legend; B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

DAY 1 CAIRNS - HANN RIVER (LD)

Your tour begins with a friendly pick up at your Cairns accommodation.

Get to know your fellow travellers and expert Cape York guide during the scenic inland journey from Cairns, north-west to Mareeba and the Palmer River gold fields.

After a stop at the Palmer River Roadhouse we continue through the gold fields of yesteryear to Lakeland Downs, a small township named after pioneering gold prospector Billy Lakeland. 

Then we travel into Quinkan Country to view Aboriginal rock art at Split Rock.  These ancient story telling galleries are estimated to be at least 15,000 years old and are part of the Australian Heritage Estate as well as being listed by UNESCO one of the top 10 rock art sites in the world.

Rise and shine for our drive to Archer River today.

Driving along the Peninsula Development Road, we come to the historic gold rush town of Musgrave where we stop over night and explore further on day 11.  

After passing through Coen we cross the Archer River and notice the undulating landscapes level and the country become remarkably dry and flat.

We and set up camp at the Archer River Roadhouse and settle in for a gorgeous starry night.

DAY 3 ARCHER RIVER - OLD TELEGRAPH TRACK (BLD)

Buckle up for some of Australia’s finest four wheel drive action to as we get set to splash through creeks, tackle steep inclines and deep ditches along the Old Telegraph Track, on our way out of the rainforest and into the unusual landscapes of Heathland Reserve.

Marvel at the crystal clear creeks and contrast between low scrub country and the magnificently strong giant termite mounds.  The work of tiny creatures, some of these termite mounds stand taller than humans and are always a favourite photo opportunity and talking point on tour.

Tonight we enjoy some camp oven delights and set up camp by one of the many creeks that cross the Old Telegraph Track.

Today is another exciting day of outback four wheel drive action as we continue north along the Old Telegraph Track bound for our Loyalty Beach base camp in Seisia; the northern most town of Cape York.

Our journey takes us past Dulhunty and across the famous Jardine River aboard the old world cable ferry.

Notice the change in landscapes as we cross the Jardine River and see if you can spot a crocodile sunning itself on the banks of before we continue our narrated journey through the township of Bamaga and onto Seisia where we arrive at Loyalty Beach and set up our base camp that will become our Torres Strait home for the next three nights.

DAY 5 CAPE YORK (BLD)

Adjust your body clock to island time and experience the rich indigenous culture, history, fishing and pristine natural beauty of the Torres Strait and Cape York’s most northern communities. 

Today’s activities are up to you.   You can take a scenic flight over Cape York and the islands of the Torres Strait.  Jump aboard the inter island fast ferry and join a historic cultural tour of Thursday Island or take a step back in time on a WW2 tour of Horn Island. (All these day tours are own expense). 

Or if you’d prefer to just kick back and relax, you can stay at our Loyalty Beach campsite and enjoy a leisurely day on the waterfront. 

Make sure your camera lens is clean and batteries are charged because today is the day we capture your signature Cape York photo on the absolute tip of Australia.   Walk as a group to “The Tip” at the very end of Cape York Peninsula, celebrate together and grab that all important photo evidence that proves “I did it!”

Your expert guide will take you on a walking tour around the area and share historical stories and eco-facts before we return to our beachfront campsite at Loyalty Beach.

DAY 7 CAPE YORK - TWIN FALLS (BLD)

Our southward journey begins today as we leave Loyalty Beach and Seisia to explore the Aboriginal township of Bamaga.

Once again we across the famous Jardine River aboard the old world cable ferry.  Can you see any crocodiles on the bank this time? 

On the southern side of the Jardine River, buckle up for some real four wheel drive action as we return to the corrugated Old Telegraph Track on our journey to one of the most stunning and talked about places on tour, Twin Falls on the Elliott River.

We set up camp for two nights in naturally lush Wet Tropics rainforest surrounded by the peace and beauty of two crystal clear swimming holes, each with their own flowing waterfalls.  

Take a refreshing swim, go for a rainforest walk, spot some tropical birds or simply relax and enjoy the peace and awesome natural beauty surrounding you.  

Elliott River is home to several pristine waterfalls and swimming spots.  Today we go swimming, hiking, bird watching and wildlife spotting while we explore Indian Head Falls and Elliott Falls.

We return to base camp at Twin Falls for a relaxing afternoon drink and swim. 

This absolutely stunning rainforest area is more beautiful than words can describe and has been coined as the jewel in the Cape York’s crown.

DAY 9 TWIN FALLS - BRAMWELL STATION (BLD)

Get set for some more four wheel drive action today!  Our exciting journey from Twin Falls to Bramwell Station will see us return to the Old Telegraph track, splashing through creeks and tacking rough terrain as we make our way out of the rainforest and into the unusual landscapes of Heathland Reserve.

Notice the contrast between low scrub country and the magnificently strong giant termite mounds.  The work of tiny creatures, some of these termite mounds stand taller than humans and are always a favourite photo opportunity and talking point on tour.

After a brief stop at Heathland Reserve, we continue to Bramwell Cattle Station and experience the true bush hospitality offered on Australia’s Northern most cattle station and the largest of its kind in Cape York.

Station owner Wendy Bramwell, will often come and greet your group herself and share stories about Bramwell Station, their expansion into earth moving and tourism, as well as environmental and legislative issues that have changed the nature of station life in the Cape. 

After this very special experience, we camp at Bramwell Station. 

Rise and shine for an early start on our journey south, across the Wenlock River towards Weipa, the largest town and mining hub of Cape York. 

We arrive in Weipa around midday leaving you plenty of time to explore.  Why not grab some bait and go fishing, browse shops or visit the Laundromat on the main street before you return to base camp and enjoy some more camp oven treats then settle in for another peaceful night camping under the stars.

DAY 11 COEN - MUSGRAVE STATION (BLD)

This morning is your last chance to learn more about Weipa on guided tour of Weipa bauxite mine and township (optional extra cost).   Learn about Weipa’s history, lifestyle and how the town is a driving force in the Cape York economy.  Or you can just sleep in and relax around our campsite before we re-board the four wheel drive mid morning, bound for Old Musgrave Telegraph Station.

We leave Weipa and drive south along the Peninsula Development Road, through the remote outback gold-rush township of Coen.  We stop off at the Peninsula Quarantine Station and gain an interesting insight into the unique Quarantine needs of The Cape.  

Then we cross the Archer River, and pass the little known RAAF base in Sherger.  This base became less secret in September 2010 when the Australian Government announced it would be used to accommodate up to 300 male asylum seekers.  

Relax and enjoy the bush scenery as we continue south to The Old Musgrave Telegraph Station we saw on day two.

Take time to look at and reflect upon Musgrave Station’s historical collection of memorabilia and old photos of the area. Allow yourself to be humbled by the amazing hurdles overcome by hard-working people from the bush.

Tonight we set up camp and stay at Old Musgrave Station. 

Enjoy another Cape York sunrise today as we continue south along the Peninsula Development Road from Musgrave bound for wildlife haven and fishermen’s oasis, Lakefield National Park. 

Lakefield National Park is renowned for bird watching and its abundance of top fishing spots full of Barramundi and Mangrove Jack. 

You can go fishing for Barramundi and try to catch a glimpse of threatened species including the Red Goshawk, Lakeland Downs Mouse and Spectacled Hare-Wallaby. Or watch more common Cape York wildlife including, Ibis, Bustards, Jabirus, Brolgas, wild pigs and crocodiles going about their daily routines.  

DAY 13 LAKEFIELD - COOKTOWN (BL)

Today we leave Lakefield National Park and get firsthand experience of its plentiful billabongs, waterholes and creeks on our journey towards Cooktown.

We visit the township of Laura and see the new Laura Ranger Station.  Then we enjoy a drink at the historic Old Laura Homestead before we lock in the hubs for a bumpy drive along the corrugated Battlecamp Road, a track steep in pioneer history and infamy.

See the environmental landscape change as we travel down the coast into fertile farming country and arrive at Cooktown.  
Cooktown is rich with Australian history and you are free to spend the afternoon exploring its highlights and landmarks including Grassy Hill and the site where Captain James Cook landed the Endeavour in 1778. 

Tonight we camp in Cooktown but give the camp oven a break and dine at a restaurant instead.

Rise and shine early today to experience the magnificent sunrise and early morning view from Grassy Hill lookout before we board the four wheel drive and make our final journey from Cooktown to Cairns.  

Shortly after we leave Cooktown we make a stop at Black Mountain to see the bouncing stones and learn the legend of this area’s deep, spiritual past before we continue on to the historic Lion’s Den Pub and enjoy a cool drink.

From here we tackle the rugged and famous "Bloomfield Track" where we cross the Bloomfield River and journey into the oldest surviving tropical rainforests on earth in Cape Tribulation and the Daintree.  Make sure your camera is handy as this area is full of wonderful wildlife spotting and photo opportunities. 

Take advantage of your last chance to spot a wild crocodile when we board the ferry and cross the Daintree River. Reflect on the highlights of your trip and exchange email addresses with your fellow travellers during the scenic coastal journey from the Daintree, past Port Douglas and into Cairns where we safely return you to your Cairns accommodation.