Friday, April 10, 2009

Some of the things you can do!!

The Prema Shanti Yoga and Meditation Retreat Centre offers you the Yoga Classes & opportunity to both enjoy all the wonders of the worlds oldest rainforest, the Daintree rainforest, snorkel or scuba dive the Great Barrier Reef, or to simply relax, and do as little as possible, the choice is yours, some of the options available to you are…

Day Spaday spa 12 and Massage

relax and unwind with a rejuvenating and revitalizing massage and spa treatment, allowing yourself the ultimate in pampering indulgence.

Horse Riding Adventures:

enjoy the excitement of riding horses through the unspoilt beauty of the worlds oldest rainforest, suitable for beginners through to experienced horse riders

Daintree Entomological Museum

this museum features the largest collection of rare and exotic butterflies and beetles in Australia: from the giant dragonfly of the Daintree rainforest to some of the worlds most beautiful insects.

Noah Valley Mountain Treks

has been set up to cater to people interested in experiencing the untouched ancient rainforest that you only get to see high in the mountains. Learn about native remedies and bush tucker from the informative local guide.

Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours

takes you on a unique rainforest tour where your feet don’t touch the ground. Fly through the air on flying fox zip lines stopping at five tree platforms to get a birds eye view over the rainforest, and out to the Great Barrier reef.

Rum Runner Sailing Catamaran scuba diving and snorkeling adventuresmara ali reef

, allows you to experience the wonders of the Great Barrier reef with their highly trained team to ensure you a safe and memorable day, visiting Mackay and Undine reefs.

Ocean Safari Adventures

takes you on an exhilarating ride from the shores of the rainforest to snorkel the spectacular Great Barrier Reef in only 25mins.

The Great Barrier Reef.

Just 45 minutes off shore from Cape Tribulation is the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef. This is the only place in the world where two World Heritage areas exist side-by-side. These coral reefs are unchanged by human interference and shelter myriad of fishes, anemones, corals and sea-ferns.

Beaches.thorntons cafe

Only 5 minutes drive from Prema Shanti Yoga and Meditation Retreat Centre to beautiful white secluded beaches. Picture perfect white sandy beaches fringing the tropical rain forest and just off shore, where you can snorkel and scuba dive among the coral reefs.

World Heritage Listed Rainforest.

The Cape Tribulation section of the Daintree is one of the most ancient and primitive rain forests in the world, dating back 135 million years. It is well worth taking a guided tour into the rainforest, iin order that you can appreciate what you are seeing. These rain forests were listed on the World Heritage List in 1988.

Look out for the elusive Southern Cassowary. An endangered species, the Southern Cassowary grows to 2 meters tall and can weigh 85 kilograms. The Daintree rainforest is a prime location for spotting these elusive creatures.

Cooper Creek Wilderness.casawary

If you want to see the best of the Daintree Rainforest, come to Cooper Creek Wilderness - the sacred heart of the 135-million year old living museum. Explore the rainforest's secrets with an experienced local expert. Tours provide exclusive experiences away from mass tourism and boardwalks. Only Cooper Creek Wilderness can guide you through World Heritage Rainforest on a natural trail.

Daintree Rainforest River Trains.

Enjoy the wildlife of the World Heritage Daintree River aboard the world's only floating river train - a first in eco tourism. Choose a 1hr or 1.5 hr river cruise, and then the guided mangrove rainforest boardwalk on private riverfront property with free refreshments. TWO Naturalist Guides on every trip to double your wildlife spotting experience. Departs Daintree River Ferry Crossing. Booking essential.

Daintree Discovery Center.dsc00698

The #1 eco-tourism attraction in the Daintree Rainforest. Outstanding interpretive displays, interactive kiosks, a fantastic new Aerial Walkway, Canopy Tower, Cassowary Circuit, Bush Tucker Trail, DVD theatre, library, coffee shop. Take a self-guided audio tour through unspoiled, pristine rainforest in comfort and safety. Enjoy the 45 page Interpretive Guide book.

Cape Tribulation Sea Kayaking Tours.

Kayak around magnificent Cape Tribulation headland, experience an eco friendly guided mangrove walk and sample tropical gourmet refreshments, including fresh coconuts. No experience necessary, all equipment provided, free transfers from Cape Tribulation area, with both morning and afternoon trips. Sea kayak hire also available