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dthomas378 Jun 12th, 2003 09:07 PM

Silky Oaks Lodge
 
Is the Silky Oaks a good choice? It seems pretty expensive but if it is worth it I would consider. Is the location ok or is it too far from Port Douglas? Thanks for your help in advance.

youngtom2910 Jun 13th, 2003 10:36 AM

it is far from PD if you don't hav a car--adn is expensive--it might be best just to go for lunch

PinotNoir Jun 13th, 2003 11:39 AM

We stayed there this past October and really liked it. Great food. Unique property.

elz1 Jun 13th, 2003 05:54 PM

I will be staying at Silky Oaks in mid july, will let you know. when are you going? We are renting a car in Cairns and driving up to Silky Oaks.

Jon_Eric Jun 14th, 2003 01:49 PM

I know that Tauck Tours stays there and thats usually a pretty good endorsement.

kathrynj Jun 16th, 2003 05:24 AM

Loved the place two years ago (it was being renovated at the time). They may have a van that goes into Prt Douglas but the advantage of staying at Silky is being enveloped by the rainforest experience. You can also take a great tour to Daintree from there as well as go out to the reef ( we did that from Port Douglas not from Silky). If you want/need to be in the center of activity, it is not the place for you. FYI, Abercrombie and Kent tours also stay there.


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