Perched among the treetops above the gently-flowing Mossman River and enveloped by ancient rainforests, Silky Oaks Lodge is an eco-friendly luxury lodge that captures the magic of the Daintree, in the heart of Kuku Yulangi country.
An ideal base from which to explore and experience the Daintree World Heritage-listed Rainforest, Silky Oaks Lodge cleverly combines sustainable contemporary design with contemporary modern comforts.
Treetop or riverside, forty luxury guest retreats offer a tranquil contemporary haven from which to enjoy the natural theatre of the lodge’s spellbinding surrounds. Soak up the sights, sounds and aromas of the rainforest from the king-size bed, the bathroom or the hammock swinging on the generous private outdoor deck. Some room types also offer an open-air shower or an outdoor bathtub, whilst the ultraluxe two-bedroom Daintree Pavilion also offers spacious separate indoor and outdoor lounging areas as well as an infinity edge plunge pool and spa.
The rainforest luxury lodge showcases bespoke furnishings and artworks by talented local designers throughout and the restaurant menu celebrates a bounty of local produce, from fresh seafoods and locally grown coffee to tropical fruits and native ingredients to deliver a true sense of place.
Silky Oaks’ on-site Healing Waters day spa offers Vichy showers, couples’ rooms and treatments inspired and infused with ancient wisdoms.
Enjoy guided walks and yoga sessions, kayaking or snorkelling on the Mossman River. From here, guests can also enjoy rainforest safaris and excursions to the Great Barrier Reef.
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This is Kuku Yulanji country and visitors to the region should not miss the opportunity for an immersive Indigenous introduction to the region with an engaging local elder by their side.
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Daily breakfast, evening pre-dinner drinks and dinner, selected beverages, a collection of signature experiences and daily scheduled shuttle transfers to / from Port Douglas are included with a stay at Silky Oaks Lodge. The iconic Australian luxury lodge welcomes families with children from 10 years of age.
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