Mossman River Drift Snorkel (Mossman Gorge)

Moderate risk: Flash flooding risk after heavy rain

Rainfall in the catchment can rapidly increase river flow and reduce visibility. The tour may be cancelled during flood warnings.

Moderate risk: Flash flood / increased flow after rain

After heavy rain, the river can flow faster and more powerfully, making the drift more adventurous and requiring greater control.

Moderate risk: Water confidence required

Participants must be able to swim confidently, tread water, and paddle their river sled — not suitable for non-swimmers.

Low risk: River current

The river has sections of moderate to fast-flowing current, especially after rainfall. Snorkellers drift downstream and must be comfortable navigating these dynamic waters.

Low risk: Uneven riverbed with loose rocks

The riverbed contains round, loose rocks and uneven terrain. Walking upstream requires balance and care.

Low risk: Deep water sections requiring treading water

Some sections of the river are deeper, requiring participants to tread water. All participants must be confident swimmers.

Low risk: River exit climb via tree roots

The tour finishes with a short climb out of the river using tree-root steps, approximately 1-2 feet high, requiring upper and lower body strength.

Low risk: Uneven riverbed (loose rocks)

The riverbed consists of loose, round rocks and uneven terrain that requires balance and care when walking upstream.

Low risk: Variable depth / deeper sections

Though the river is generally shallow enough to stand, there are deeper sections where treading water is necessary.

Low risk: River exit via tree-root steps

Exiting the river may involve climbing 1-2 feet up tree-root steps, requiring grip and lower body strength.