Ferry Status Updates

FERRY OPEN

Ferry Operating as usual

Last Updated:

9:59 am, 7th July 2026

The Daintree Ferry is operating as normal today and were pleased to welcome locals, visitors and businesses across the Daintree River.

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Ferry closed for emergency repairs

Status Posted:

8:51 am, 7th July 2026

The Daintree Ferry is currently closed due to unexpected defect repairs. Our team is working to safely restore service as soon as possible, and we will provide updates here on our website, and on our Facebook page.

Ferry operating as usual

Status Posted:

4:47 pm, 9th June 2026

The Daintree Ferry is operating as normal today and we’re pleased to welcome locals, visitors and businesses across the Daintree River.

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Cape Tribulation Rd,
Lower Daintree QLD 4873

Operates Daily from 5 AM to Midnight.