23/05/2025 • 5 min read
Private 4WD Day Charter: Cairns to Daintree Village, Cape Trib & the Bloomfield Track
Private 4WD Day Charter: Cairns to Daintree Village, Cape Trib & the Bloomfield Track
We were recently asked to help plan a full-day private 4WD charter hire from Cairns — not a tour, but a completely flexible, scenic journey through some of Far North Queensland’s most iconic locations. This is a sample itinerary that shows what’s possible: starting with the laid-back charm of Daintree Village, passing through rainforest boardwalks, creek swims, exotic fruit tastings, and finishing with a rugged return via the legendary Bloomfield Track.
If this sounds like your kind of adventure, here's an example of what’s possible when you charter a vehicle for your own group — no strangers, no rush, just the open road and natural wonders.
🌿 One-Day Charter Highlight Reel
- Depart Cairns early, heading north along the scenic Captain Cook Highway
- Visit Daintree Village, the charming riverside gateway to the rainforest
- Optional crocodile cruise departing from Daintree Village
- Self-guided rainforest walk at Jindalba or Marrdja boardwalk
- Optional refreshment stop for tropical fruit tasting at Cape Trib Farm
- Cool off at Emmagen Creek (conditions permitting)
- Return south via the 4WD-only Bloomfield Track
- Dinner at the historic Mount Molloy Hotel
- Campfire under the stars at a local rest stop (BYO firewood)
🗺️ Planned Itinerary
- 7:00 am: Depart Cairns
- 9:30 am: Arrive at Daintree Village for croc cruise check-in
- 10:00 am: Crocodile cruise (north side of Daintree River)
- 11:00 am: Depart from the north side of the Daintree River
- 11:30 am: Boardwalk walk (20–30 mins)
- 12:30 pm: Drive towards Cape Trib
- 2:00 pm: Cape Trib Farm fruit tasting tour (90 mins)
- 3:30 pm: Depart Cape Trib Farm
- 3:45 pm: Optional swim stop at Emmagen Creek
- 4:00 pm: Begin Bloomfield Track drive (4WD)
- 6:30 pm: Dinner at Mount Molloy National Hotel (call (07) 4094 1133 to book)
- 7:30 pm: Optional fire at Mount Molloy rest stop (1 hour)
- 8:30 pm: Depart for Cairns
- 9:45 pm: Drop-off in Cairns
🚗 Inclusions
- Private 4WD charter with driver and fuel
- Flexible itinerary planning
- Esky stocked with cold drinks and light snacks
📝 Notes
- This is a private vehicle hire, not a guided tour. Your driver does not provide commentary or accompany you into attractions.
- Attraction tickets and meals are not included. Bookings for the croc cruise, fruit tour, and dinner must be made directly by guests.
- Suggested croc tour: Crocodile Express (use code CROC10 for 10% off)
- Daintree Ferry details: Cairns Council Daintree Ferry Info
🔁 Want to Stay Longer?
A 2-Day Private Charter is available for an additional fee. This allows you to explore the region more deeply at your own pace — including options to visit Kulki Lookout, Maisons Creek, Woobada Creek, and Cooktown.
Accommodation is not included and must be arranged separately by the guest.
📍 About Daintree Village
Originally a timber town, Daintree Village is now a quiet riverside community known for its croc cruises, birdwatching, and local arts. It’s the perfect low-key gateway to the rainforest — and an ideal place to start your private day out.
📞 Ready to Book?
If you’re interested in this style of travel, get in touch. We’ll help you create a personalised day out (or overnight charter) that hits the spots you want to see — in your own time, in your own way.
