Tasting The Tropics

Dining at Silky Oaks Lodge celebrates the abundance of fresh ingredients harvested in Tropical North Queensland’s rich food bowl. The dining experience combines local ingredients with the nation’s finest premium produce in a refreshing and contemporary Australian menu. The ripple and rush of the Mossman River provides a hypnotic soundtrack for dining in the warmly lit Treehouse Restaurant.

The Kitchen Garden

The verdant Kitchen Garden offers guests an opportunity to visit a working garden where the staff are cultivating tropical ingredients for use in the Restaurant. More than 100 plant types include the Mt White finger lime, red dragon fruit, pandan and tamarind. Guests will see many ingredients growing just moments before they are picked for the days’ menu, making one of the shortest paddock to plate journeys around.

Cooking Class + Chef's Table

For those guests who want to test or sharpen their cooking skills, Oaks Kitchen and Garden provides just the opportunity. Created by chefs Ben Wallace and Rachael Boon, it was inspired by their appetite for Southeast Asian cuisine and culture. Join a masterclass and share their passion for cooking diverse and interesting menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients or the seven-course Chef’s Table experience is hosted by Benjamin Wallace and Rachael Boon. Upon arrival take a tour through their garden and help harvest ingredients for the day's menu. The first three courses are individually plated while the following three courses are served banquet style. Hot tip: save room for dessert!

Culinary Journey

Foodies can continue their culinary journey in Tropical North Queensland's abundant crop of producers, bars and eateries. Silky Oaks Lodge can suggest some local tastings at some of the wineries, breweries and small-batch spirit distillers, offering a delicious discovery of the tropics.

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Other Activities At Silky Oaks Lodge

The Healing Waters Spa at Silky Oaks Lodge has been inspired by ancient Aboriginal wisdoms that celebrate water as a renewing and life-giving … More »

The Healing Waters Spa at Silky Oaks Lodge has been inspired by ancient Aboriginal wisdoms that celebrate water … More »

The Healing Waters Spa at Silky Oaks Lodge has been inspired by ancient Aboriginal wisdoms that celebrate water as a renewing and life-giving force. More »

The ancient culture of the First Nations Kuku Yalanji people is built around a deep respect for nature and an … More »

The ancient culture of the First Nations Kuku Yalanji people is built around a deep … More »

The ancient culture of the First Nations Kuku Yalanji people is built around a deep respect for nature and an intimate knowledge of its cycles. Experience firsthand the invaluable knowledge passed down through the generations. … More »

The Beach Billabong, upstream from the lodge, is a tranquil and calming place to sit with your feet in the … More »

The Beach Billabong, upstream from the lodge, is a tranquil and calming place to sit … More »

The Beach Billabong, upstream from the lodge, is a tranquil and calming place to sit with your feet in the water with the sight and sound of the gentle waterfall in the background.   More »

Push out a kayak from the riverbank in front of the lodge and meander along, exploring the lush rainforest and … More »

Push out a kayak from the riverbank in front of the lodge and meander along, … More »

Push out a kayak from the riverbank in front of the lodge and meander along, exploring the lush rainforest and the river life enveloped by the green canopy. More »

There is so much to see and do from snorkelling and diving to dry aquatic activities of underwater observatories, semi-submersibles … More »

There is so much to see and do from snorkelling and diving to dry aquatic … More »

There is so much to see and do from snorkelling and diving to dry aquatic activities of underwater observatories, semi-submersibles and helicopter tours. More »

Tropical North Queensland comes to life in a number of tailored helicopter experiences. More »

Tropical North Queensland comes to life in a number of tailored helicopter experiences. More »

Tropical North Queensland comes to life in a number of tailored helicopter experiences. More »

Join guided yoga classes each morning, which take a gentle pace in the open-air pavilion. More »

Join guided yoga classes each morning, which take a gentle pace in the open-air pavilion. … More »

Join guided yoga classes each morning, which take a gentle pace in the open-air pavilion. More »

Enjoy an intimate birdwatching and photography tour operated by renowned naturalist, Doug Herrington. More »

Enjoy an intimate birdwatching and photography tour operated by renowned naturalist, Doug Herrington. More »

Enjoy an intimate birdwatching and photography tour operated by renowned naturalist, Doug Herrington. More »

Take a self-guided introduction to the rainforest and branch off on the series of marked trails in the adjoining Daintree … More »

Take a self-guided introduction to the rainforest and branch off on the series of marked … More »

Take a self-guided introduction to the rainforest and branch off on the series of marked trails in the adjoining Daintree National Park. More »

An immersive exhibition that showcases a myriad of native wildlife including cassowaries, marsupial tree kangaroos and koalas.  More »

An immersive exhibition that showcases a myriad of native wildlife including cassowaries, marsupial tree kangaroos … More »

An immersive exhibition that showcases a myriad of native wildlife including cassowaries, marsupial tree kangaroos and koalas.  More »

Explore Tropical North Queensland by bicycle between Silky Oaks Lodge and the nearby towns of Mossman and Cooya Beach to … More »

Explore Tropical North Queensland by bicycle between Silky Oaks Lodge and the nearby towns of … More »

Explore Tropical North Queensland by bicycle between Silky Oaks Lodge and the nearby towns of Mossman and Cooya Beach to the east and the Mossman Gorge Centre to the south. More »

Silky Oaks guests can experience the unrivalled beauty of Cape Tribulation like a true explorer with a guided horse riding … More »

Silky Oaks guests can experience the unrivalled beauty of Cape Tribulation like a true explorer … More »

Silky Oaks guests can experience the unrivalled beauty of Cape Tribulation like a true explorer with a guided horse riding tour. More »

Silky Oaks Lodge is an ideal base from which to explore the ancient forest via specialty guided tours on foot, … More »

Silky Oaks Lodge is an ideal base from which to explore the ancient forest via … More »

Silky Oaks Lodge is an ideal base from which to explore the ancient forest via specialty guided tours on foot, by boat or four-wheel drive safari. More »

Step into the cool, crystal-clear water and drift with the current as you explore life under the water’s surface. More »

Step into the cool, crystal-clear water and drift with the current as you explore life … More »

Step into the cool, crystal-clear water and drift with the current as you explore life under the water’s surface. More »

This challenging trail provides an opportunity to discover the unique flora and fauna of the upland and lowland rainforests. More »

This challenging trail provides an opportunity to discover the unique flora and fauna of the … More »

This challenging trail provides an opportunity to discover the unique flora and fauna of the upland and lowland rainforests. More »

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