About Daintree Rainforest Bungalows
Surrounded by rainforest and palm trees, the Daintree Rainforest Bungalows are near Cow Bay and a number of spectacular beaches.
Solar powered, the cabins are en-suite with full insect screening. Typically, they also include free Wi-Fi, TV, telephone, fan and a well equipped kitchenette. There are facilities for disabled guests.
The Daintree Rainforest Bungalows complex has a communal sitting area, garden and BBQ facilities. Free parking can be arranged and the tour desk assists with arrangements for bicycle rental, plus other activities including horse riding, hiking and canoeing.
Daintree Tea House + Restaurant and Crossroads Café are among eateries in the locality. The supermarkets and other facilities of Cow Bay are a few minutes’ drive away.
The complex is a two-hour drive north of Cairns and is in the Daintree World Heritage area. Rainforest guided tours and crocodile trips to see Australia’s saltwater crocs … are high on the list of activities.
Positive Reviews
positive:
Powered with interest and enthusiasm.
The welcome you receive here is genuine and powered by a love of the shared experience you are about to enjoy. Don't be put off by the lack of mains power; they still manage to supply Wi-Fi, TV and all the other things that we've grown to … endure!
positive:
Away from it all.
The whole purpose of a visit here is to relax, unwind and forget about the pressures of modern day life - and what a wonderful solution it proves to be. The cabins (4) have been hand-crafted by the (brilliant) owner. They are designed to give you a very real insight into life in this rainforest environment - without having to sacrifice those essential home comforts.
positive:
What a ‘lovely bunch'.
You'll notice that in shops, restaurants, etc; everyone is so friendly and laid back. Nobody more so than the owner here. He's quite likely to invite you to his own BBQ ... and to introduce you to the art of splitting coconuts with an axe!
Negative Reviews
negative:
The dark side.
There's no mains power here; no street lights or illuminated signs. If at all possible, aim to arrive during the daylight hours and avoid the hassle of trying to find the place in the pitch black of night.
negative:
You do need one modern convenience.
If you are to explore the region to its full advantage, you really do need a car. Avid walkers, though, will no doubt, tackle Mount Sorrow -without the blink of an eye.
negative:
‘Insects inside'.
There are deterrents so no real problem with insects but, if you are ultra sensitive, just the knowledge that they are nearby might prove to be something of a turn-off.