Daintree River Train for sale

[Guest The Pom Queen]

What I can't understand is why allow another operator to take on the permit but not purchase the train, talk about stopping competitors

 

 

 

 

AFTER 23 years chugging along the Daintree River giving visitors an up-close look at the area's unique wildlife, it is the end of the line for the Daintree River Train.

 

The vessel is up for sale and, with its river permits being taken over by an existing cruise operator, its new owner must take the River Train to star on a new lake or river. Registered as the MV Spirit of Daintree, the one-of-a-kind fibreglass vessel was hand-built on the banks of the Daintree.

Its unusual design consists of seven independent carriages powered by three 9.9hp outboard motors, which boast the lowest fuel consumption for a passenger on the river.

It leaves no wave or wake that can damage or erode the fragile riverbanks, and can wind its way along the contours of the river exploring different creeks and tributaries.

Local couple Steve and Sharon Doble sold the business to Far North newcomers Gordon Lamb and Gail Robbie last year.

However, the economic downturn took its toll and earlier this year the couple off-loaded the River Train to Daintree River Cruise operator Bruce Belcher.

Mr Belcher has decided to sell the 64-seat vessel but will keep its permits.

 

 

The River Train is listed with a marine broker for $100,000 or nearest offer.