Tropic Wings commits to sustainable tourism and launches new wildlife tour

Locally owned and operated Tropical North Queensland coach tour operator - Tropic Wings - has welcomed the arrival of the first three Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) as part of its revolutionising sustainable tourism and transport project.  

As the first and only tour operator in Australia to integrate fully electric coaches into its tours, Tropic Wings continues to lead the industry in reducing carbon emissions and promoting eco-friendly travel.

Tropic Wings General Manager Colin Anderson said they were excited about playing a leading role in advancing sustainable tourism in Australia and enthused "With our 'No Emission Mission,' we are excited to be at the forefront of environmental initiatives, and the addition of these BEVs to our fleet marks a significant step towards achieving our goal of becoming 80% electric by 2028.

“This commitment to eco-friendly practices is not just a statement but a pledge to redefine the norms of the tourism and coach transport industries."

The new BEVs will be utilised for trips to iconic destinations of the region, including the Daintree Rainforest, Mossman Gorge and Kuranda, offering tourists a unique and environmentally conscious travel experience.

In conjunction with the arrival of the new fully electric coaches, Tropic Wings is delighted to announce the launch of a new tour commencing on 1st February – the Daintree, Mossman Gorge & Wildlife tour.

It will become an exciting addition to Tropic Wings tour options, providing visitors with an immersive experience at Mossman Gorge, unforgettable wildlife encounters at Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas, and a crocodile cruise on the Daintree River.

The new coaches have undergone thorough trials and testing on their designated tour routes, guaranteeing top-tier performance for upcoming eco-friendly journeys.

CaPTA Director of Sales & Marketing Ben Woodward said The CaPTA Group was thrilled to introduce this new tour and added “It aligns with our commitment to providing diverse and eco-conscious tourism experiences.

“The tour not only explores World Heritage-listed regions, but also marks a pioneering move in eco-tourism, with Tropic Wings set to be the first in Australia—and potentially the world—to operate a fully emission-free coach for a tour of this kind.”

Tropic Wings remains dedicated to pushing the boundaries of sustainable tourism and offering travellers unforgettable journeys that respect and preserve the beauty of Australia's natural treasures.

Locally owned and operated Tropic Wings is the longest established coach tour operator in Tropical North Queensland, providing quality Kuranda, Mossman Gorge, Daintree and Cape Tribulation tours.

Image (from left): Tropic Wings General Manager Colin Anderson, Tropic Wings Operations & Fleet Manager Adam Pearen, Tropic Wings Assistant Operations Manager Hayden Kingham.