Mount Alexandra lookout, Cape Tribulation
Soak up views over the coastal lowlands and the Great Barrier Reef from the steep rainforest-clad slopes of Walu Wugirriga (Mount Alexandra).
Accessible by
- Conventional vehicle
Attraction facilities
- Lookout (constructed)
- Wheelchair access (may require assistance)
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For the breathtaking views, make sure you stop at Walu Wugirriga (Mount Alexandra lookout). Photo credit: © Queensland Government
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Enjoy stunning views of the Daintree River mouth from the Mount Alexandra lookout. Photo credit: © Jodie Bray
As you begin your Daintree discovery, turn into this lookout, a mere 5km north of the Daintree River crossing, to enjoy breathtaking coastal views. Gaze over the Daintree River mouth, Snapper Island and Low Isles and sweep your eyes across two of Australia's most important World Heritage areas—the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics.
Feel a sense of awe steal over you as you realise you are about to explore one of Australia’s most iconic destinations.
This park is part of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, famed for its exceptional natural beauty, outstanding examples of the record of life, evolutionary history and remarkable diversity.
Getting there and getting around
Mount Alexandra lookout is in the Cape Tribulation section of Daintree National Park (CYPAL), about 110km north of Cairns.
- From the Daintree ferry, drive 10km north on Cape Tribulation Road to the signposted turn-off to the lookout.
Cape Tribulation, Daintree National Park (CYPAL) map .
Wheelchair access
The Mount Alexandra lookout car park is wheelchair accessible.
Before you visit
Opening hours
Mount Alexandra lookout is open 24 hours a day
Check park alerts for the latest information on access, closures and conditions.
Visiting safely
For more safety information see Visiting Daintree safely.
- Visitor facilities update: Jindalba, Cape Tribulation section, Daintree National Park (CYPAL) 1 July to 30 December 2024
- Temporary walking track closure: Mount Sorrow ridge trail, Cape Tribulation, Daintree National Park (CYPAL) 23 May to 30 July 2024
- Temporary walking track closure: Manjal Jimalji (Devils Thumb) walking track, Daintree National Park 11 January to 31 July 2024
- Maintenance works: Dubuji car park, Cape Tribulation section, Daintree National Park 8–9 July 2024
- Temporary partial track closure: Lower river walking track, Mossman Gorge, Daintree National Park (CYPAL) 31 December 2023 to 31 July 2024