Seeing the ancient region of the Daintree Rainforest is a must-do activity when visiting the region.
Daintree Rainforest, Queensland
As the thick greenery and range of unique wildlife hidden within are one of the greatest experiences you can enjoy in tropical Queensland. However, trekking through the rainforest floor can be quite exhausting. Visitors only need to change their view of the rainforest for a completely new look at the greenery, with the thrilling activity of jungle surfing! Glide over the top of the rainforest canopy, and experience one of the most exciting ways to see the Daintree Rainforest.
About Jungle Surfing
Jungle Surfing is a unique activity, where travellers are strapped into a harness, and attached to one of the many wires which are scattered about the treetops. Sending folk flying through the canopy of the Daintree Rainforest on a zip-wire and letting them see the region at high speed! The wires are attached to a series of tree platforms, with guests flying from one to the next, to experience as much of the forest as possible in one go. It is a fully guided experience, and completely safe for all ages! As you glide along, folk should keep their eyes peeled for any unique wildlife hidden within. As the wires are close to ancient trees, serene creeks, and unusual animals. Once you’ve had a look down below, look out over the canopy to see the turquoise depths of the Great Barrier Reef out along the horizon.
How High do you go
The wires range in height, with the tree platform promising a new angle of jungle surfing. Ranging from 2.5 metres to a whopping 19.5 metres, visitors can get the feel of the flying fox at the lower heights before they jump on the massive drops! Due to the range of heights, visitors can see every layer of the Daintree Rainforest while they whiz through the region.
Do you need the Experience to do this?
Many might think this thrilling activity is only for extremely experienced adventurers, but it is open to all! No previous experiences are necessary, with only a height restriction and age rule in place for those who visit. Therefore, all you need is some guts and you are able to sail the tops of this incredible rainforest without a care in the world! Those of you wanting to take things slow, you are able to put on the brakes during your flight and enjoy a laidback glide to enjoy the scenery. Those wanting even more fun, you can speed up and even hang upside down to enjoy an even more adventurous way.
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