Do people visit the Daintree Rainforest?

The rainforest meets the reef The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world's most iconic tourist attractions. That's why two million people visit each year, but you can escape the crowds by heading to Cape Tribulation (the busy center of the Daintree region, with a permanent population of just 118).

How popular is the Daintree Rainforest?

The Daintree Rainforest is one of the most famous rainforests on earth. Bringing over 400,000 traveler visitors to Australia annually. The World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest is located north of Cairns in the tropical country of Queensland. But what makes this tropical wonderland so unique?

How big is the Daintree Rainforest 2020?

1,200 square kilometers
FYI Daintree Rainforest is 1,200 square kilometers. That's a whole lot of rainforest!

How do people use the Daintree rainforest?

Agriculture affects the Daintree Rainforest because farmers burn the rainforest to clear land for more farming. Tourism is a problem because as interest in the Daintree Rainforest grows, more buses and transport are needed to keep up with demand, increasing carbon dioxide and climate change impacts.

Are there crocodiles in the Daintree?

CROCODILE. The Daintree River has a population of about 70 adult crocodiles, the largest being the males at around 5 metres. The females reach about 3.5 meters and there are many young and hatchlings.

How long has the Daintree Rainforest been around?

The Daintree rainforest is estimated to have existed for around 180 million years, even longer than the Amazon. There are 18 Rainforest Aboriginal groups with links to the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. The traditional owners of the Daintree are the Eastern Kuku Yalanji Aboriginal people.

Tin mining leases are held over parts of the area, and if these continue, many plant and animal species will be lost. also has significance for the area. More than 400,000 people visit the region each year, meaning thousands of buses, 4WDs and cars drive through the rainforest.

Can you rent a car in Daintree Rainforest?

You're in luck if you prefer to drive in the Daintree Rainforest! You can rent a car in Port Douglas and drive it yourself. It will take you 20 minutes to drive to Mossman Gorge, 50 minutes to drive to Daintree Village, 50 minutes to the Daintree Ferry, and from the Daintree Ferry, 30 minutes to Cape Tribulation.

How many species of fish are there in the Daintree River?

The Daintree River supports around 60 species of freshwater fish, but visitors should also watch out for tics, leeches, snakes and crocodiles around the waterways. The Daintree has two distinct seasons: wet and dry.