Billy Tea Safaris
Choose a suggested itinerary, build your own or get in touch for a tailored quote.
Suggested itineraries: Based on our extensive experience, we have hand-selected the best the region has to offer and created suggested full day and half day tours featuring locally produced food and beverages, rolling hills, tropical rainforests, wildlife viewing, outback and outback life.
Tailor-made tours: Build your own tour. A tailor-made tour allows you input into designing the itinerary and what is included or excluded. Choose your destination, duration and activities and get in touch for a tailored quote.
Or get in touch and let us help you: With all that choice, it can be hard to choose. Get in touch with our team of local experts who are ready to give you personal advice and recommendations to put together a day tour of a lifetime!
Experienced eco-accredited guides. All our Billy Tea Safaris Guides are highly experienced, eco-accredited and considered best in the business. View our accreditations here.
Luxury vehicles to travel in comfort. For 6 passengers or less, you will travel in total style and luxury in the latest model of Toyota Granvia, ensuring safety and a maximum level of comfort both on-road and when exploring the backroads. For 7 to 16 passengers, you will travel in one of our custom-built air-conditioned luxury 4WD vehicles.
Founded in 1983, 100% Locally owned and operated. We are the original Cape Tribulation and Daintree Rainforest touring company and have been operating since 1983 with most of our guides being with us for over 20 years!
Exclusive experiences. Billy Tea Safaris is one of only two tour operators who can travel on the Bloomfield Track due to our custom-built 4WD vehicles. We are also the only tour operator who operates a full day Outback and Chillagoe tour from Cairns.
The prices below are for our standard base inclusions of:
- 1-day private tour
- Private vehicle
- Private driver-guide with live commentary for the day
- Lunch
- National Park Fees
- Standard tour locations. If you would like to swap or change the tour for something else, additional costs may apply.
Additional charges:
Additional charges apply for:
- +$200 for charters on Saturday
- +300 for charters on Sunday
- +$500 for charters on Public Holidays (QLD)
- +$100 extra per day for a non-English language guide
| 1 - 6 Passenger Vehicle | $2,500 |
| 7 - 14 Passenger Vehicle | $3,500 |
| 15 - 19 Passenger Vehicle | $4,000 |
| 20+ Passengers | P.O.A |
Cancellation Policy:
With all our private charters and extended charters, there is a 14-day cancellation policy if cancelled 14 days or less there will be a 100% cancellation fee. We strongly suggest that you have Travel Insurance to safeguard against any unforeseen circumstances.
Terms and Conditions:
Subject to availability upon enquiry. Sunday charters and times outside regular times, such as holiday periods, may incur additional fees. Please check when enquiring.
How much will my tour cost?
Each tour is different based on your itinerary, we start with our base price and based on where you would like to go we will send through a quote. All prices are in AUD.
- Groups: are you part of a specific club or group and want a tailored trip to match your interests? We can help
- Friends: grab some mates and have an adventure! Or why not get a group of couples together for a trip of a lifetime
- Families: travel with your family or go as a group with family friends
- Special occasions: whether is is for a corporate day out, birthday or another special occasion, what a great way to celebrate
What time does the tour start and end?
This is up to you! But we will provide our recommendation on the best time based on your chosen activities.
How many people can I take?
For 6 passengers or less, you will travel in total style and luxury in the latest model of Toyota Granvia, ensuring safety and a maximum level of comfort both on-road and when exploring the backroads. For 7 to 19 passengers, you will travel in one of our custom-built air-conditioned luxury 4WD vehicles.
Is there storage for luggage or strollers?
No. There is no storage for luggage or suitcases. Please only bring a small handbag or a small backpack. No strollers can be carried on our vehicles either.
What do I need to bring?
Hat, sunscreen, camera with extra batteries & memory cards, water bottle, towel and swimming costume (if your itinerary includes a swim stop), insect repellent, extra cash for cold drinks, souvenirs or an ice-cream, raincoat in our rainy season or umbrella.
What do I wear?
As we are in a tropical environment, please wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes or sandals. In our winter months (July to August), you may wish to bring a light jacket for the morning. It is advised not to wear thongs (flip flops) and please no high heels.
Surcharge for optional activities: please enquire and we can discuss your itinerary and pricing.
Itineraries are subject to change, and modification and some destinations may not be reached at the discretion of the Billy Tea Safaris guide on the day due to weather conditions, road conditions, possible road closures and for the safety of all passengers.
What if I have dietary requirements?
All dietary requirements must be notified at the time of reservation, or at least 48 hours' notice before travel. We cater for vegetarians and most other requirements within reason and providing they are of a medical nature. Some locations you may visit such as Coffee Works Mareeba provide gluten-free and dairy-free alternatives for the coffee and chocolate samples.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Due to the remoteness and ruggedness of the area, passengers must be able to take walking steps by themselves or with the aid of their own carer. Wheelchairs must be small compact collapsible chairs as space is limited. If you have a wheelchair, please advise our reservations team when booking or no later than 48 hours before departure. Billy Tea Staff are unable to assist with any lifting or assistance due to insurance liability and not an authorised carer.
Is Wifi available?
No, due to the remoteness of the area, we can not provide WiFi in our vehicles. This may also mean limited mobile reception throughout the day.
