Man missing for four days in Daintree Rainforest found safe

September 11, 2026 — 1:14pmA man has been found after four days missing in the Daintree Rainforest in Far North Queensland.Ariel Simon, 31, was reported missing on September 7, last seen entering bushland near Cape Tribulation Road in Cow Bay, north of Port Douglas, about 1.30pm.Ariel Simon, 31, was found in Daintree bushland after being reported missing four days earlier.Queensland PoliceWhen he had not returned by 3pm, police were alerted and a search was launched, involving police, SES members, the Rescue 510 helicopter and POLAIR.Simon was found by the search party on Friday.Start the day with a summary of the day’s most important and interesting stories, analysis and insights. Sign up for our Morning Edition newsletter.From our partners