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Ecosystems & Global Biodiversity: Reef and Rainforest
Highlights
- Explore the Daintree Rainforest's rich biodiversity with knowledgeable guides, uncovering the secrets of this UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Engage with Indigenous rangers to learn about sustainable land management practices and their cultural significance.
- Collect data through citizen science projects, contributing to the conservation of endangered species in Far North Queensland.
- Investigate current management strategies addressing invasive species, gaining insights into preserving these precious ecosystems.
Far North Queensland is blessed with two UNESCO World Heritage areas — The Wet Tropics (of which the Daintree Rainforest is a part) and The Great Barrier Reef–both of which contain some of the planet’s best biodiversity. Led by knowledgeable guides, your trip explores the wonders of these World-Heritage sites that hosts some of the planet’s best biodiversity.
On this trip, experience first-hand the impacts of both natural and human activity on these two ecosystems. Learn while on country from Indigenous rangers how they are managing country; discover endemic and endangered species, perform field techniques, and collect data through citizen science projects. You also investigate current management strategies for tackling invasive species and other threats to both precious ecosystems.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Sevice Activity
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
- https://www.smallworldjourneys.com.au/accessibility/
Operation information
Small World Journeys
Small World Journeys is a Cairns-based educational tour operator offering eco-friendly, multi-day adventures for student groups. Their programs integrate Indigenous perspectives, sustainability, and community service, providing immersive experiences in North Queensland’s diverse ecosystems, including the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest. Students engage in activities like coral bleaching surveys, mangrove clean-ups, and cultural exchanges with Aboriginal elders.
What sets them apart is their commitment to sustainability: they offset all trip-related carbon emissions, utilize 100% green energy at their office, and donate 5% of net profits to local environmental and community organisations. Each tour includes a unique activity with Traditional Owners, fostering cultural understanding and respect.
Their excellence has been recognised with several awards, including the Sustainable Tourism Excellence Award from Tourism Tropical North Queensland in 2023, the Cairns Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Award in 2021, and the Customer Service Award at the Queensland Community Achievement Awards in 2022. Additionally, they received gold in the Queensland Tourism Awards for Specialised Tourism Services in 2018 and silver at the national level.
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Accreditations
- EarthCheck Evaluate
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- QLD – Tourism Tropical North Qld
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