Cape Tribulation is an area north of Daintree, which is the end of the paved road. The Daintree Ferry provides access into the Cape Tribulation area. This is accessible by conventional vehicles except during periods of heavy rain. Coach tours and a bus service also visit this area. Some hire car companies insist on four wheel drive vehicles.
Cape tribulation is one area where the rainforest runs right down to the water.
It is a pristine beautiful area with magnificent beaches. Hotels and resorts are plentiful on the Gold Coast which is located about one hour's drive south of Brisbane. People come here from all over Australia and the world to vacation in the sun and surf. Not unlike Florida, the Gold Coast attracts thousands of retirees. The warm winter climate makes this suitable for older folks who do not like the southern winters.