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Cairns Small-Group Kuranda Tour: Skyrail & Scenic Railway

Location Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland, Australia
$195.89
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Overview

Discover Far North Queensland's spectacular rainforest with a local expert on this intimate Kuranda tour from Cairns. Limited to 10 guests, this small-group experience combines the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and historic Kuranda Scenic Railway with personalised service in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese.

Journey above World Heritage Wet Tropics rainforest on Skyrail, explore Kuranda Village's Heritage Markets and wildlife sanctuaries, and witness Barron Falls cascading through Barron Gorge National Park. Return via the 1891 Kuranda Scenic Railway, travelling through 15 hand-carved tunnels and 37 heritage bridges as your guide shares Djabugay cultural stories, Queensland railway history, and tropical ecology.

Our door-to-door service includes pickup from Cairns City, Northern Beaches, and Palm Cove, with all Skyrail and Scenic Railway tickets included. The itinerary adapts to weather conditions, and cruise passengers receive guaranteed timely return.

The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Cruise Port Pickup
Pickup from Cairns Cruise Port
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway one-way ticket with Red Peak and Barron Falls station stops
  • Genuine small group (max 10), air-conditioned vehicle
  • Expert local guide fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese
  • Kuranda Scenic Railway one-way ticket
  • Hotel/Port pickup & drop-off from Cairns city, Northern beaches, cruise terminal or airport
  • Lunch - your guide will recommend the best cafes in Kuranda Village

  • Cairns
    Your guide collects you from your Cairns accommodation and shares insights about Djabugay Aboriginal heritage and World Heritage Wet Tropics during the scenic drive to either Skyrail Smithfield Terminal or Freshwater Station, depending on optimal daily routing to avoid crowds.
  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
    Glide 7.5 kilometers above pristine rainforest canopy with Coral Sea views. Stop at Red Peak Station to walk elevated boardwalks through ancient forest, then visit Barron Falls Station to view spectacular waterfalls cascading into Barron Gorge National Park from multiple lookout platforms.
  • Kuranda Village
    Explore Kuranda's famous Heritage Markets (established 1915) featuring Indigenous art, local crafts, and Australian souvenirs. Optional visits to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld Kuranda, or Koala Gardens (entry fees separate). Enjoy lunch at local cafes or restaurants, and discover village galleries and rainforest walks.
  • View Barron Falls from both Skyrail's station lookout and during the Kuranda Scenic Railway journey. Most spectacular during wet season (December-April) when tropical rainfall increases water volume dramatically. (pass by)
  • Kuranda Scenic Railway
    Board the historic 1891 railway at Kuranda Station for the spectacular descent through Barron Gorge National Park. Travel through 15 hand-carved tunnels and across 37 heritage bridges, passing Stoney Creek Falls and rainforest gorges while commentary shares Queensland railway construction history.
  • Cairns
    Your guide meets you at either Cairns Station (or Skyrail Smithfield Terminal if itinerary reversed) for return to your Cairns accommodation (or Cruise Liner Port), sharing recommendations for other Tropical North Queensland attractions. Note: pickup station may change on the day depending on where guests are staying.

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Cairns Small-Group Kuranda Tour: Skyrail & Scenic Railway

    Location Cairns & the Tropical North, Queensland, Australia
    $195.89
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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