Myall Beach is one of the two main beaches in Cape Tribulation, Queensland. The other is Cape Tribulation Beach, a little further north. It can be visited on a day tour from Port Douglas or Cairns.
Where is Myall Beach?
Myall Beach is in the village of Cape Tribulation, which is in the Daintree Rainforest and a popular day trip destination from both Cairns and Port Douglas.
Myall Beach is the beach on the southern side of the Cape Tribulation headland. It is the closest beach to most of the accommodation and bars in the village.
Is it safe to swim at Myall Beach?
Swimming at Myall Beach is not safe. This is partly due to marine stingers, which are especially prevalent between November and April.
The main reason not to swim at Myall Beach, however, is that Cape Tribulation is deep inside crocodile country. There are no lifeguard patrols keeping a look out for crocs, and you never quite know what’s in the water with you.
If you want somewhere safe to swim in Cape Tribulation, go for Mason’s Swimming Hole instead.
How to get to Myall Beach
There are two access points for Myall Beach. At the northern end, you can walk 350 metres over the headland from the Kulki day use area.
Nearer the heart of the village, there’s another 370-metre track from the Dubuji day use area. You can extend this walk with a stroll through the rainforest and mangroves along the Dubuji Boardwalk.
The drive from Port Douglas to Cape Tribulation is 84km long. The Cairns to Cape Tribulation drive is 142km long.
Myall Beach, Cape Tribulation: key visitor information
Horse riding prices are correct at time of writing but subject to change.
| Question | Information |
|---|---|
| Is it safe to swim at Myall Beach? | No. Saltwater crocodiles inhabit the area and marine stingers are present, particularly between November and April. Swimming is strongly discouraged. |
| How much does it cost to visit Myall Beach? | Entry is free. |
| How do you get to Myall Beach? | Via a 350-metre walk from the Kulki day use area (northern end), or a 370-metre track from the Dubuji day use area (near the village centre). Both routes are well signposted. |
| Are there facilities at Myall Beach? | The Kulki and Dubuji day use areas provide toilets and picnic facilities. There are no facilities on the beach itself. |
| Is Myall Beach patrolled by lifeguards? | No. The beach is unpatrolled. |
| How much do Cape Trib Horse Rides cost? | $145 per adult and $105 per child (aged 10–14). Minimum age is 10 years and maximum rider weight is 95kg. Check the company website for current pricing and bookings. |
| What time do Cape Trib Horse Rides depart? | The morning ride departs at 11:00am and returns at approximately 1:00pm. The afternoon ride departs at 2:30pm and returns at approximately 4:30pm. Each tour runs for 90 minutes. |
| Do Cape Trib Horse Rides pick up from accommodation? | Yes. Free pick-ups from major Cape Tribulation accommodation providers are available. Advise your pick-up location at the time of booking. |
| How far is Cape Tribulation from Cairns? | 142km, approximately two and a half to three hours by road, including the Daintree River ferry crossing. |
| How far is Cape Tribulation from Port Douglas? | 84km, approximately one and a half hours by road. |
| Are dogs allowed at Myall Beach? | Pets are not permitted in Daintree National Park. |
Things to do near Myall Beach, Cape Tribulation
Cape Tribulation Beach – A short drive north of Myall Beach, this is the other main beach at the cape, offering the same dramatic backdrop of rainforest-clad headlands meeting the Coral Sea, and equally spectacular for photography.
Dubuji Boardwalk – Starting from the day use area near Myall Beach, this 1.2km elevated boardwalk loops through mangroves and lowland rainforest, with good birdwatching opportunities along the route.
Mason’s Swimming Hole – The safe freshwater alternative to the ocean beaches at Cape Tribulation, making it the go-to swimming spot for visitors who want to cool off without the crocodile risk.
Daintree Ice Cream Company – Around 15 minutes south in Diwan, this working tropical farm produces ice cream from unusual fruits grown on site, including wattleseed, jackfruit and black sapote.
Noah Beach – Around 6km south of Cape Tribulation, one of the very few places to camp beside the beach in the Daintree rainforest, with 15 sites in a rustic campground beneath the forest canopy.
More Far North Queensland travel
Other Far North Queensland travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Wildlife encounters on the journey up to Cape Tribulation.
- Planning a visit to the Jindalba Boardwalk near Cape Tribulation.
- Plan your visit to the Cairns Botanic Gardens.
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway visitor guide: Plan your trip on Australia’s longest cable car ride.
- What to expect on the Kuranda Scenic Railway.
