August 26 – 29, 2023

Great Barrier Reef

Cross the international date line en route to Cairns, the gateway to two of Australia’s natural wonders: the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.

Not to Be Missed

 Encounter the splendours of the Great Barrier Reef

Encounter the splendours of the Great Barrier Reef

Embark on a private cruise of the Great Barrier Reef. You may snorkel or dive for an up-close look at the tropical fish, reef sharks and sea turtles that make their home in the world’s largest coral reef system.

Great Barrier Reef, Tailored for You

Your trip, your adventures. All of our itineraries are fully customizable, allowing you the freedom to choose the experiences that speak to you – and change your mind at a moment’s notice.

 Experience the tranquillity of the rainforest

Experience the tranquillity of the rainforest

Opt to explore the 140-million-year-old Daintree Rainforest on foot, horseback or by kayak, a chance to encounter the hundreds of native species of plant life that have flourished here.

 Go off the beaten path on a Kuku Yalanji Rainforest walk

Go off the beaten path on a Kuku Yalanji Rainforest walk

Let a member of the Kuku Yalanji people guide you through the lodge’s lush nature trails, learning about the flora and fauna of the rainforest, as well as traditional Aboriginal culture.

 Explore a unique botanical garden

Explore a unique botanical garden

Visit the Botanical Ark, a private garden specializing in plants that indigenous cultures still use for their everyday needs, emphasizing the link between people and the rainforest, before enjoying lunch at the garden.

 Anne K., Four Seasons Private Jet traveller

“It was the easiest trip we have ever taken, and the itinerary and service were off the charts.”

— Anne K., Four Seasons Private Jet traveller

Silky Oaks Lodge

To explore the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest, we will spend three nights at the Silky Oaks Lodge, a boutique property handpicked by Four Seasons for its location and comfort.

  • Secluded lodge accommodations with views of the surrounding rainforest
  • Signature treatments at the Healing Waters Spa that harness the power of nature
  • Unique dining experience at the Treehouse restaurant, perched high above the river