Best of Cairns: Skyrail, Kuranda & Scenic Railway
Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Kuranda Village
A picturesque mountain retreat inside the World Heritage Rainforest, Kuranda Village is yours to explore on your own. Enjoy free time to browse through the many art and craft studios, visit the Australian Butterfly Farm (at your own expense) or sit back in a café and watch the colorful and vibrant village life go by.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Gondola
Soar like a golden bowerbird over four miles of the Rainforest tucked inside a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway gondola. Peer out the windows and witness the spectacular views of the region and vistas of the sparkling North Queensland coast out to the Coral Sea and Green Island. As the gondola gently floats down to the floor below take a walk to the Rainforest Interpretive Centre and Red Peak Station, where you'll have the opportunity to gain an insight into the intricate ecosystems that make up the rain forest.
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Built between 1886 to 1891 to connect Cairns with the North Queensland goldfields, the railway offers sights of deep gorges and rugged mountains, taking you past magnificent waterfalls, through 15 tunnels and across 37 bridges on your journey up the Kuranda Ranges-part of Barron Gorge National Park.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Observe a wealth of Australia's native animals, birds and butterflies in close proximity in the magnificent habitats in and around Kuranda Village and at the award-winning attractions.
LUNCH
Purchase lunch at any one of the cafés in Kuranda Village.
SHOPPING
Kuranda Village is a great place to look for exotically handcrafted goods and Aboriginal artifacts.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
En route to Kuranda Village, you'll cross the Barron River and ascend the lush rainforest slopes of the Kuranda Range while enjoying views of Cairns, the surrounding cane fields and the Coral Sea.
Points of interest
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Schedule
Special Notes
The train is equipped with bench-style seating and is not air-conditioned. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for guests with mobility limitations. Guests with a fear of heights or who suffer from vertigo or claustrophobia should assess their ability to participate.
Sequence of tour stops may vary. Please note the market stalls are open Wednesday to Sunday only.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suited to the day's conditions. Bring a hat, adequate sun protection and insect repellent.
Please bring cash or credit cards to purchase lunch and souvenirs in Kuranda, note free time in Kuranda is limited.
Medical Restriction
Guests with visual and/or hearing impairments or travelling in a wheelchair must travel with a companion at all times throughout the tour. Guest must be able to ascend/descend the coach unassisted.
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Moderate Activity
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
WHAT YOU VISIT
Kuranda Village
A picturesque mountain retreat inside the World Heritage Rainforest, Kuranda Village is yours to explore on your own. Enjoy free time to browse through the many art and craft studios, visit the Australian Butterfly Farm (at your own expense) or sit back in a café and watch the colorful and vibrant village life go by.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Gondola
Soar like a golden bowerbird over four miles of the Rainforest tucked inside a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway gondola. Peer out the windows and witness the spectacular views of the region and vistas of the sparkling North Queensland coast out to the Coral Sea and Green Island. As the gondola gently floats down to the floor below take a walk to the Rainforest Interpretive Centre and Red Peak Station, where you'll have the opportunity to gain an insight into the intricate ecosystems that make up the rain forest.
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Built between 1886 to 1891 to connect Cairns with the North Queensland goldfields, the railway offers sights of deep gorges and rugged mountains, taking you past magnificent waterfalls, through 15 tunnels and across 37 bridges on your journey up the Kuranda Ranges-part of Barron Gorge National Park.
PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Observe a wealth of Australia's native animals, birds and butterflies in close proximity in the magnificent habitats in and around Kuranda Village and at the award-winning attractions.
LUNCH
Purchase lunch at any one of the cafés in Kuranda Village.
SHOPPING
Kuranda Village is a great place to look for exotically handcrafted goods and Aboriginal artifacts.
WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
En route to Kuranda Village, you'll cross the Barron River and ascend the lush rainforest slopes of the Kuranda Range while enjoying views of Cairns, the surrounding cane fields and the Coral Sea.
Points of interest
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Schedule
Special Notes
The train is equipped with bench-style seating and is not air-conditioned. Not advisable for guests using a wheelchair or for guests with mobility limitations. Guests with a fear of heights or who suffer from vertigo or claustrophobia should assess their ability to participate.
Sequence of tour stops may vary. Please note the market stalls are open Wednesday to Sunday only.
Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suited to the day's conditions. Bring a hat, adequate sun protection and insect repellent.
Please bring cash or credit cards to purchase lunch and souvenirs in Kuranda, note free time in Kuranda is limited.
Medical Restriction
Guests with visual and/or hearing impairments or travelling in a wheelchair must travel with a companion at all times throughout the tour. Guest must be able to ascend/descend the coach unassisted.