It’s an easy wander down to the shady riverbank to plunge into the Mossman River’s icy cool depths. It’s a feeling of refreshment only Mother Nature can offer and for many, it’s a life-affirming moment.
Grab a snorkel and discover the underwater world and meet some of the ‘locals’ including turtles and over 30 species of fish face-to-face. This spot in the Mossman River is one of the few places in Tropical North Queensland where you can wild swim croc-free. Submerge safe in the knowledge that the water here is too cool and shaded for salties’ constitution.
From where the headwaters rise under Devil’s Thumb on the sprawling Mount Carbine Tableland, the Mossman River descends 1,050 metres over its 24-kilometre course, flowing through carved, ancient valleys before hitting the deeply etched sides of the Mossman Gorge.
A stone’s throw downstream, the river glides by Silky Oaks Lodge camouflaged atop its banks, before it reaches the coast and joins the Coral Sea. Quite the journey!
Snorkel equipment is provided for guest use.
Guided morning yoga classes take a gentle pace and suit all fitness and experience levels. Held in an open-air pavilion, cares slip away with the gentle sounds of the Mossman River.
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Adjoining the lodge in the Daintree National Park, find a series of marked walking trails including exclusive access to the Fig Tree Rapids. Perfect for the adventurous to undertake at their own pace.
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Silky Oaks Lodge offers guests a daily courtesy shuttle service to and from Port Douglas. It’s an easy option to explore the pretty resort town with its strip of restaurants and shops.
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Slow down to the pace of the tropics and cycle along quiet country roads fringed with fields of sugar cane to explore the nearby towns of Mossman and Cooya Beach.
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A walk through the grounds is a wonderful way to learn how the local history of the area has shaped Silky Oaks Lodge as a destination and explore a selection of our diverse flora.
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