- Kuranda Scenic Railway - Board the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway for a narrated journey . Travel through World Heritage Listed rainforest through 15 tunnels and over 37 bridges as you make your way to Freshwater Station. Includes a stop at the spectacular Barron Gorge to view the waterall.
- Kuranda - Upon arriving in Kuranda, its a short walk to the nearby village where you will have 1.75 hours to explore, shop and eat on your own.
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway - Board a gondola, glide over the rainforests to Kuranda with two amazing on the way at Red Peak rainforest boardwalk and the spectacular Barron Gorge
- 2.5 hours of free time to explore Kuranda Village
- One-way Kuranda Scenic Rail journey departing at 8:30am
- Kuranda map, Skyrail and Scenic Rail tickets, and trip guide included
- One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway trip from Kuranda at 1pm
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Cairns city (Yorkey’s Knob excluded)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Birdworld (approx. AU$21/adult, AU$10.50/child)
- Butterfly Sanctuary (approx. AU$24/adult, AU$15/child)
- Kuranda Koala Gardens (approx. AU$21/adult and AU$10.50/child)
This intimate tour group kicks off with a brief pick-up from your lodging—the destination being Cairns Railway Station. The historic Kuranda Scenic Railway is the next leg of your journey, an impressive trip that spans 37 bridges, 15 tunnels, and exquisite rainforest landscapes, bringing you to the quaint Township of Kuranda.
A mere stroll away, you will find the settlement, where you can indulge in food, discover, shop, or have a thrilling animal interaction for just under 2 hours at any of the local zoos. Subsequently, meet us at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway—an exciting cable car ride allowing you a view of the lush rainforest top covering.
The magnificent Barron Gorge and its waterfalls are up next, coupled with a visit to the Rainforest Interpretive Centre before hopping back on your cable car to Red Peak Station. Here, you’ll experience the globally recognized heritage rainforest before heading back on the cableway.
The final leg of your adventure concludes at Smithfield where a pick-up awaits to take you back to your accommodation. (As per the references, do note that the tour schedule was restructured in January 2022.)
- I can generally only offer pickup at the hotels listed upon checkout. For special cases or if the hotel is not listed please contact me
- After you make a booking I will contact you for your email address. Skyrail emails confirmations and tickets directly to you and Viator/Tripadvisor/Expedia do not pass on your email to me.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.