The Daintree Rainforest stands as Earth's oldest continuously surviving rainforest, predating the Amazon by over 100 million years. This UNESCO World Heritage site contains the highest concentration of primitive flowering plant families found anywhere on Earth, representing evolutionary links to the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana.
Located in Far North Queensland, this remarkable ecosystem extends from Mossman Gorge north to the Bloomfield River, encompassing over 1,200 square kilometers of pristine wilderness. Here, ancient species that once dominated Gondwana continue to thrive, offering visitors a window into Earth's evolutionary history.
What makes the Daintree truly unique is its position as the only place on Earth where two World Heritage sites meet - the ancient rainforest comes right to the edge of the Great Barrier Reef at Cape Tribulation. This extraordinary convergence of ecosystems creates unparalleled biodiversity and scenic beauty that has captivated naturalists, scientists, and travelers for generations.
