Daintree Rainforest Ziplining

Zipline Canopy Tour · 9 ziplines through the canopy at Cape Tribulation, where the Daintree meets the reef

4.8 / 5 | GuestTours Rating
9 ziplines
through the rainforest canopy
15–130 m long
up to 15 m high
Ages 4+
max weight 120 kg
From $145
per adult · children $104
Our Review

Daintree Rainforest Ziplining Review 2026: Flying Through the Canopy at Cape Trib

I've sent plenty of families and couples up to Cape Tribulation, and this is the one activity that gets everyone, nervous first-timers included, grinning by the end. You're clipped in and gliding across nine ziplines strung through the Daintree canopy, in the one place on earth where two World Heritage areas, the rainforest and the reef, meet at the coast.

What I like is that it's guided the whole way, so you're never left to figure out the gear yourself. The lines run from a short 15 metres to a long 130-metre glide, up to about 15 metres above the forest floor, so there's a gentle build-up rather than a big drop straight away. It takes around two hours, and it suits kids from four right up to grandparents.

At $145 adult and $104 child it's genuinely good value for a Cape Trib highlight, and my pick for the best rainforest zipline from Cairns.

GuestTours Verdict
The most memorable way to experience the Daintree canopy: nine guided ziplines, 15 to 130 metres long and up to 15 metres high, in the rare spot where rainforest meets reef. Fun for ages 4 and up. Our pick for "Best Rainforest Zipline."
📷 Photos coming soon — the canopy ziplines, the Cape Tribulation rainforest and the guided flights will be added here.
Daintree Rainforest Ziplining
Zipline Canopy Tour · Cape Tribulation
4.8 / 5 GuestTours Rating
Operated by Treetops Adventure Cape Tribulation · booked through GuestTours
Ticket Prices
Adult
18+ years
$145
Child
4–17 years
$104
Family Pass SAVE $24
2 Adults + 2 Children
$473
Other Options
Ultimate Daintree Tour
Full day, includes zipline
$308
Ultimate Daintree — Child
4–14 years
$257

Tell us which option you'd like and we'll confirm it when you book. Grip gloves required (+$5.50 per person).

🔒 Secure booking · no payment now
✉️ Confirmation within 1 hour
↩️ Free cancellation 48h+
Inclusions

What's included in your ticket

  • 9 ziplines through the Daintree canopy
  • Lines from 15 m to 130 m long
  • Heights up to about 15 m above the forest floor
  • Guided the whole way by trained staff
  • All harness & safety equipment
  • Around 2 hours in the rainforest
  • Cape Tribulation canopy setting
  • Suitable for ages 4 and up

Not included: grip gloves are required and cost $5.50 per person (added when you book). Transfers to Cape Tribulation are not included in the Zipline Canopy Tour. Ages 4–12 must be accompanied by one paid participating adult per four children. The Ultimate Daintree Tour (full day, includes the zipline) is a separate option, $308 adult / $257 child (4–14).

Honest Assessment

Pros and cons

What we love
  • Nine ziplines through genuine Daintree rainforest canopy
  • Set where two World Heritage areas, rainforest and reef, meet
  • Guided the whole way, great for nervous first-timers
  • Lines build gently from 15 m up to a 130 m glide
  • Open to ages 4 and up, so most families can do it together
  • A real Cape Trib highlight for around two hours
Worth knowing
  • Cape Tribulation is a long drive north, transfers aren't included
  • Grip gloves are required and cost $5.50 per person
  • Maximum weight is 120 kg; young children need an adult with them
Who It's For

Best for these travellers

Great fit
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Families
Open to ages 4 and up, so kids and grandparents can fly the canopy together. Family Pass saves $24.
Great fit
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First-time zipliners
Guided the whole way with a gentle build-up from short lines to the big 130 m glide.
Great fit
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Cape Trib explorers
A standout way to experience the Daintree where the rainforest meets the reef.
Not ideal
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Over the weight limit
Maximum participant weight is 120 kg. Under 4s can't take part, and 4–12s need a paid adult.
Your Experience

How the tour runs

10:30 AM
Check-in & safety briefing
Arrive for your session (10:30 AM, 1:00 PM or 3:00 PM), meet your guides, collect your grip gloves and get fitted into your harness.
First lines
Ease into the canopy
Start on the shorter ziplines, from around 15 m, to get comfortable with the gear and the height.
Mid tour
Higher & longer glides
Work through the nine lines, rising up to about 15 m above the forest floor with guides at each platform.
Finale
The 130 m glide
Finish on the longest line, a 130-metre flight through the Daintree canopy.
~2 hrs
Back on the ground
Return your gear after roughly two hours. Times are approximate and depend on group size.
The Highlights

What you'll experience

9 canopy ziplines
Cape Tribulation
A network of nine lines strung through the Daintree rainforest, from 15 m to 130 m long.
The 130 m glide
up to 15 m high
The longest line on the course, a sweeping flight through the canopy up to around 15 metres up.
Where reef meets rainforest
World Heritage
Cape Trib is one of the few places on earth where the Daintree rainforest meets the Great Barrier Reef.
Guided the whole way
ages 4+
Trained guides at every platform make it approachable for first-timers, kids and grandparents alike.
Practical Information

Before you go

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Timing
Around 2 hours. Session times 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
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Where
Cape Tribulation, in the Daintree rainforest north of Cairns. Transfers not included, tell us if you'd like help arranging them.
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Grip Gloves
Grip gloves are required and cost $5.50 per person, added when you book.
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Age & Weight
Minimum age 4, maximum weight 120 kg. Ages 4–12 need one paid participating adult per four children.
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Children
Child price covers 4–17 years. Family Pass (2 adults + 2 children) saves $24.
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What to Wear
Closed-in shoes, comfortable active clothing, sun protection and insect repellent. Long hair tied back.
Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions

There are 9 ziplines strung through the Daintree canopy, ranging from about 15 m to 130 m long and reaching up to around 15 m above the forest floor. The course builds gently, so you start low and short and work up to the big glide.
The minimum age is 4 and the maximum participant weight is 120 kg. Everyone in between is welcome, from young kids to grandparents.
Yes. Children aged 4–12 need to be accompanied by at least one paid, participating adult for every four children. Just let us know your group when you book and we'll make sure it's set up correctly.
Grip gloves are required for the tour and cost $5.50 per person. They help you handle the lines safely. We'll add them for each person when you book.
Not very. There's some walking and short climbs between platforms, but it's guided at every step and open to ages 4 and up, so most reasonably mobile people can do it. Let us know any concerns and we'll confirm what's suitable when you book.
The lines build gently from short and low to the longer 130 m glide, so it's an easy introduction rather than a big drop. You're clipped in and guided the whole way by trained staff using proper harness and safety equipment.
Closed-in shoes, comfortable active clothing you can move in, sun protection and insect repellent. Tie long hair back. Grip gloves are provided (for the $5.50 fee) and all harness gear is supplied.
The zipline course is at Cape Tribulation, in the Daintree rainforest north of Cairns, roughly a 2.5-hour drive up the coast beyond the Daintree River. Transfers aren't included in the Zipline Canopy Tour, but we can help you arrange getting there.
Sessions run at 10:30 AM, 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM. Tell us your preferred time when you book and we'll confirm availability.
The tour runs year-round and light rain is part of the rainforest experience. In heavy weather sessions may be adjusted for safety, we'll confirm your session with you when you book.
Transfers to Cape Tribulation aren't included in the Zipline Canopy Tour, so most guests self-drive or add a transfer. If you'd like it all arranged for you, ask us, or consider the full-day Ultimate Daintree Tour, which includes the zipline.
It's a full-day tour that includes the zipline along with more of the Daintree, priced at $308 adult and $257 child (4–14). Tell us which option you'd prefer and we'll confirm it when you book.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your session. Within 48 hours the booking is non-refundable.
Daintree Rainforest Ziplining
Zipline Canopy Tour · Cape Tribulation
4.8 / 5 GuestTours Rating
Operated by Treetops Adventure Cape Tribulation · booked through GuestTours
Ticket Prices
Adult
18+ years
$145
Child
4–17 years
$104
Family Pass SAVE $24
2 Adults + 2 Children · $473 total
$473
Other Options
Ultimate Daintree Tour
Full day, includes zipline
$308
Ultimate Daintree — Child
4–14 years
$257

Tell us which option you'd like and we'll confirm it when you book. Grip gloves required (+$5.50 per person).

🔒 Secure booking · no payment now
✉️ Confirmation within 1 hour
↩️ Free cancellation 48h+

We confirm availability and send a secure payment link by email. No charge until confirmed.

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Before you book

Planning guides from our team in Cairns

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