The World Heritage listed Daintree Rainforest National Park is the oldest living rainforest on earth. Comprised of 12,000 square kilometres, it is of one of the most complex ecosystems on the planet. While most of the Australian continent dried up over millions of years, the topography of the north Queensland ranges and coastline ensured the survival of Australia's last wet tropical rainforests. These forest harbour Australia's greatest diversity of life, some species still retain many of their ancestor's primitive characteristics, some dating back 110 million years! The landscape is one of striking diversity including magnificent scenery, mountain ranges, fast flowing streams and waterfalls, deep gorges and dense rainforest, bordering the marine extravagance of the Great Barrier Reef. 
| No. of Bedrooms | Silky Oaks Lodge adjoins the Daintree Rainforest National Park on the banks of the Mossman Gorge north of Cairns.
The 45 timber Treehouses, set into the rainforest and surrounded by lush gardens, are designed to offer privacy and comfort. A tropical style is used to create a relaxed, soothing living space. Floor to ceiling glass doors open onto a wide verandah where a hammock is perfectly positioned to make the most of picturesque garden or river views. The five Riverhouses are set in a riverfront location giving guests spectacular rainforest views against the sounds of the Mossman River. Rooms are generous in size and stylishly appointed. A special feature is an oversized spa bath with uninterrupted rainforest views. All rooms are air-conditioned, and are furnished with ceiling fans, spa, CD player, tea and coffee facilities.
| | Dining | Breakfast and dinner are served in The Treehouse Restaurant, where trees replace the walls, offering uninterrupted views through the rainforest to the nearby Mossman River. | | Activities | Complimentary activities include a beautiful Rock swimming pool, canoeing and snorkelling trips on the Mossman River and bicycling and walking in the adjacent forest. At optional charge guests can take a scenic flight (or a hot air balloon) over the area, join a birdwatching cruise on the river, take a dawn or dusk boat ride on the river or take a full day tour to Cape Tribulation and explore further into the Daintree. The excellent Healing Waters Spa, hidden in the lush foliage, offers guests a haven for rejuvenation and nurturing. Spa and Great Barrier Reef Island Hotel packages are available; please ask us for further information. |
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