DAINTREE WILDERNESS LODGE

Daintree Rainforest Accommodation

DAINTREE WILDERNESS LODGE

 

Daintree Rainforest Accommodation

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FEATURES

Features includes a fully cooked breakfast included every morning of your stay.

Free DVD Hire

Nature walk on the property

There is  a small 30-seat restaurant which accommodates guests and patrons from other accommodation venues in the area. Please book ahead. All meals are prepared with elegance and care. The menu is continually changing and always promises some fresh fish and seafood options to suit our Tropical North Queensland environment.

The outdoor pool is tucked deep within the canopy of the Rainforest and allows you to fully unwind. Whether you are looking to take a dip in the water which rests a refreshing few degrees below the outside temperature or you may choose to unwind by laying pool side with a good book.

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Image of walkway to cabin at Daintree Wilderness Lodge
ACTIVITIES

There is a large amount of life that calls the Daintree Rainforest home. When you slow down, absorb it and take it all in, it is amazing how much you can see. On every tree, there is a life-force which is growing and surviving. It’s a rare opportunity see to the beauty of the Rainforest, look closely, absorb it and enjoy it.

On the property there is a small nature walk which leads down to the creek, with a nice relaxing seating area to enjoy. The Cassowary has often been spotted along this walk as well as the bright Ulyssus butterfly and many unique rainforest birds.

Amongst the trees are some of the oldest Cycads, they take 100years to grow just 1 metre, so you can imagine how precious this old one is. It is amazing to see this old relic right here on the Nature Walk.

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ENVIRONMENT

From Daintree Wilderness Lodge

The Daintree Wilderness Lodge has been designed to ensure minimal impact on the natural environment, being awarded the Advanced Ecotourism Eco Certificate, which illustrates our commitment to maintaining an Eco Friendly Resort.

Considerable effort has been taken to reduce our force on the environment, including waste, pollution and noise pollution. Steps were taken from the beginning of building the lodge to preserve the rainforest which makes us a highly regarded Eco Accommodation example within the area of the Daintree National Park.

Our Eco lodge utilizes walkways and stilts to minimize impact on the canopy floor ensuring our Eco accommodation credentials are well deserved. The rainforest has such a delicate Eco-system and every element plays a vital role in maintaining its life-force.

Daintree Wilderness Lodge seeks to protect all environments but is especially committed to the Rainforest as it is so scarce in Australia and throughout the world. The wet tropics contain an almost complete record of the major stages in the evolution of plant life on earth.

We have therefore selected the Rescue Rainforest Foundation to receive our main contributions. We also support various charities within the local community and WWF along with Greenpeace to help the environment in its entirety.

The design and construction of the lodge were taken on by Anna Graham and her late husband Mal. As quoted by Anna: “We simply did what felt right in our hearts. Such a low-impact project had not been attempted within the entire World Heritage Listed area before.”The results included:Many trees were simply built around with some original trees and vines now growing through the floors and roofs. Only two trees were removed during the entire project.Clearing was done by hand (crow bar and shovel). No machinery at all was used.No rainforest timber was used. Cyprus pine was used.All services were placed above ground to prevent any disturbance to the forest floor.

Spring water, which is accessed via a bore, supplies the entire resort with fresh water,. It is completely safe to drink and is tested regularly. No chlorine is found in the water which makes it healthier to drink and reduces environmental factors overall. It has a fantastic sweet taste to it.

The Water Waste system manufactured by Bio Cycle was the first to be installed in the wet tropics area and has since been adapted by many other local businesses as their preferred waste-water system.

Our cleaning products are all non-toxic, biodegradable and free of petrochemicals and phosphates.

The area located north of the Daintree River has no access to electricity or mains power. The entire region therefore runs on generated power. Daintree Wilderness Lodge is the only resort that runs on a combination of power sources, namely generated and battery power. This allows visitors to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep without the incessant hum in the background and reduces our carbon emission into the atmosphere.

We use low-voltage and long-life globes and conserve energy in keeping with our Eco Accreditation.

We encourage the natural feeding patterns of all animals and do not believe in destroying any, even if they are sometimes frowned upon by guests. (Rats and mosquitoes). All animals are important in the cycle of life within the rainforest and each plays its part in creating it.

 

 

 

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What we love…

Once you cross the Daintree River you will enter into another world. At the Daintree Wilderness Lodge the private cabins are set amongst the flora and fauna of the oldest living rainforest in the world, the Daintree Rainforest. With 7 cabins accessed by boardwalks and set within a Fan Palm gallery you are able to truly escape and appreciate this perfect hideaway in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.


Tell me more…

This ecologically minded lodge serviced mainly by solar energy aims to foster cultural and environmental understanding of this area. Fully immerse yourself in this tropical environment as you soak in the outdoor spa, meander along the nature walk or dine within the forest canopy at the Cycad Restaurant . Nature lovers will appreciate the cassowaries, birds, thousand year old Hope’s Cycad and other wildlife found at the Daintree Wilderness Lodge.


Get the Facts

Where is it?  Daintree Rainforest, North Queensland

What? Eco cabins

How many? Seven cabins

Who?   Not suitable for children under eleven years

Rates? Check latest rates or enquire directly to the owners below

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Sounding Good?  Read on…

Nestled deep within World Heritage Listed Rainforest, Daintree Wilderness accommodation at Daintree Wilderness Lodge offers guests the true rainforest experience.

Located just 14km north of the Daintree River and 30 minutes from Cape Tribulation, Daintree Wilderness Lodge is centrally located to Great Barrier Reef Cruises, Rainforest Walks and Cruises on the Daintree River.

The Lodge offers guests a complete escape with all necessary facilities available on-site, allowing you to relax and enjoy your holiday. Facilities include an outdoor pool, fully licensed bar and restaurant and personal services such as free internet useage and laundry service. Daintree Wilderness Lodge has been awarded the Advanced Eco Certification Certificate, which illustrates their commitment to maintaining an Eco Friendly Resort.

You do not need a 4×4 vehicle to stay. It however is strongly advised to bring your own vehicle as the property is in a stunning very remote lcation and there is no public transport.

Hosts: Melissa and Paul
Address: Daintree Wilderness Lodge, 83 Cape Tribulation Road
Alexandra Bay 

Rates and availability provided by Booking.com

PRICE RATE POLICY
Every enquiry and booking through GREEN GETAWAYS AUSTRALIA shows your support for the fabulous environmental initiatives undertaken by this property.

FEATURES

Features include:

A fully cooked breakfast included every morning of your stay.

Free DVD Hire

Nature walk on the property

There is  a small 30-seat restaurant which accommodates guests and patrons from other accommodation venues in the area. All meals are prepared with elegance and care. The menu is continually changing and always promises some fresh fish and seafood options to suit our Tropical North Queensland environment.

The outdoor pool is tucked deep within the canopy of the Rainforest and allows you to fully unwind. Whether you are looking to take a dip in the water which rests a refreshing few degrees below the outside temperature or you may choose to unwind by laying pool side with a good book.

ACTIVITIES

There is a large amount of life that calls the Daintree Rainforest home. When you slow down, absorb it and take it all in, it is amazing how much you can see. On every tree, there is a life-force which is growing and surviving. It’s a rare opportunity see to the beauty of the Rainforest, look closely, absorb it and enjoy it

On the property there is a small nature walk which leads down to the creek, with a nice relaxing seating area to enjoy. The Cassowary has often been spotted along this walk as well as the bright Ulyssus butterfly and many unique rainforest birds.

Amongst the trees are some of the oldest Cycads, they take 100 years to grow just 1 metre, so you can imagine how precious this old one is. It is amazing to see this old relic right here on the Nature Walk.

ENVIRONMENT

From Daintree Wilderness Lodge

The Daintree Wilderness Lodge has been designed to ensure minimal impact on the natural environment, being awarded the Advanced Ecotourism Eco Certificate, which illustrates our commitment to maintaining an Eco Friendly Resort.

Considerable effort has been taken to reduce our force on the environment, including waste, pollution and noise pollution. Steps were taken from the beginning of building the lodge to preserve the rainforest which makes us a highly regarded Eco Accommodation example within the area of the Daintree National Park.

Our Eco lodge utilizes walkways and stilts to minimize impact on the canopy floor ensuring our Eco accommodation credentials are well deserved. The rainforest has such a delicate Eco-system and every element plays a vital role in maintaining its life-force.

Daintree Wilderness Lodge seeks to protect all environments but is especially committed to the Rainforest as it is so scarce in Australia and throughout the world. The wet tropics contain an almost complete record of the major stages in the evolution of plant life on earth.

We have therefore selected the Rescue Rainforest Foundation to receive our main contributions. We also support various charities within the local community and WWF along with Greenpeace to help the environment in its entirety.

The design and construction of the lodge were taken on by Anna Graham and her late husband Mal. As quoted by Anna: “We simply did what felt right in our hearts. Such a low-impact project had not been attempted within the entire World Heritage Listed area before.”The results included:Many trees were simply built around with some original trees and vines now growing through the floors and roofs. Only two trees were removed during the entire project.Clearing was done by hand (crow bar and shovel). No machinery at all was used.No rainforest timber was used. Cyprus pine was used.All services were placed above ground to prevent any disturbance to the forest floor.

Spring water, which is accessed via a bore, supplies the entire resort with fresh water,. It is completely safe to drink and is tested regularly. No chlorine is found in the water which makes it healthier to drink and reduces environmental factors overall. It has a fantastic sweet taste to it.

The Water Waste system manufactured by Bio Cycle was the first to be installed in the wet tropics area and has since been adapted by many other local businesses as their preferred waste-water system.

Our cleaning products are all non-toxic, biodegradable and free of petrochemicals and phosphates.

The area located north of the Daintree River has no access to electricity or mains power. The entire region therefore runs on generated power. Daintree Wilderness Lodge is the only resort that runs on a combination of power sources, namely generated and battery power. This allows visitors to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep without the incessant hum in the background and reduces our carbon emission into the atmosphere.

We use low-voltage and long-life globes and conserve energy in keeping with our Eco Accreditation.

We encourage the natural feeding patterns of all animals and do not believe in destroying any, even if they are sometimes frowned upon by guests. (Rats and mosquitoes). All animals are important in the cycle of life within the rainforest and each plays its part in creating it.

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