Cape York & Torres Strait Adventure

Travel to the tippy top of northern Queensland on an Australian adventure. Over 10 days, you’ll learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture during immersive activities with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander guides, hit the beach for nature walks, cross the Iron Range and soak in all the natural beauty of this Outback landscape. Spend a night near the remote Chilli Beach, then tick Pajinka (Cape York) off your bucket list – the northernmost point of the country! Take an eco-cruise to spot crocodiles, walk through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cape Tribulation and appreciate the Outback’s magnificent night sky. With all these activities and more, you can learn about Australia’s amazing history, landscapes and remote communities, all with a local leader by your side.

This is a truly epic road trip to the far north of Australia. You'll be travelling for long distances for extended periods of time in remote areas most days, often on bumpy unsealed roads. See the daily itinerary for approximate total travel times and distances., The weather in Cape York and the Torres Strait can be unpredictable, with road and travel conditions sometimes affected by rain. Be prepared to be flexible and for some occasional changes of plan during our journey. Your leader will advise on any updates to the itinerary and inclusions as you travel., Lakefield National Park is in a basin that drains very slowly after the wet season. Access depends on whether roads are passable, and the official opening times each year can be as late as the end of July. On Day 4, you’ll visit Lakefield National Park as soon as it opens after the wet season. If the park is still closed on your departure date, you’ll travel north on the main Peninsula Development Road via Laura to Musgrave Roadhouse instead., As we are travelling in very remote areas of Australia, mobile phone reception will be very limited to non-existent. Opportunities to charge devices may also be limited. There are few shops or services in this part of the world, so bring all essential items with you and take this time to disconnect, enjoy nature and each other's company., There is limited luggage space in our vehicle, so you will need to pack light (maximum 15 kg) and take soft sided bags. Please note we are staying in and travelling through alcohol-restricted areas and all travellers must comply with these restrictions., It is very important that you advise us of any dietary requirements and allergies at least 2 weeks prior to departure. We need this information well ahead of time to be able organise catering for the trip. This trip’s remote location means that some food items will not be available on short notice, and once the trip has commenced changes to dietary requirements are not possible. Please also advise us of any medical conditions at the time of booking and bring along any personal medication. Please note that if you require urgent medical attention during the trip, it may take several hours or more for emergency services to attend the scene and take you to a medical facility.