Getting there and around
Cape York Access Roads Map Cape York can be accessed year-round by sea and air, and by road during the dry season (generally May to October). Whenever you intend to travel on Cape York, it is advisable and easy to check out climate and road and river conditions under Access and Safety. The southern area of the Cape is accessible year round.
Travel Safely
When travelling in Cape York Peninsula carry supplies of water and food, a first aid kit, extra fuel, a tool kit and basic spare parts for your vehicle.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service website has advice on preparing for your visit.
By Air
Regular scheduled air services operate from Cairns to Aurukun, Coen,Bamaga,Cooktown, Karumba, Lockhart River, Townsville with Skytrans.
Daily return flights from Cairns to Weipa, Cairns to Horn Island with Qantaslink.
By Sea
Weekly sailings by The MV Trinity Bay from Cairns to Bamaga.
Cruise the Cape on a 7 night tour departing Friday's with Captain Cook Cruises.
Self Drive
Vehicle access to Bamaga and the tip of Cape York by land from the south is along the Peninsula Development Road and a 4WD vehicle is required. During the wet season (from December through April) the road will be closed at times. Check the road conditions with the RACQ or Cook Shire Council.
By Motorbike Tour
Fair Dinkum- Stay Upright
- Cape York Motorcycle Adventures
- Bike Round OZ
- Trapp Outback Motorcycle Tours
By Escorted Tour
- Heritage Tours
- Oz Tours
- The Adventure Company
- Tropical Experience
- Wilderness Challenge
- Billy Tea Tours
- APT Tours
- North West Safaris
- Aussie Outback Safaris
- Outback Spirit
- Aussie offroad Adventures (Tag along Tours)
- Cape York Connections (Tag along tour)
Maps and Books
For detailed information when travelling it is recommended that you obtain the latest edition of a Cape York Peninsula road map.
These are widely available at petrol stations and newsagents around Cairns and on the Cape or through the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland (RACQ). There are also a selection of books and websites that are well worth taking a look at before heading to the Cape.