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• Perfect tour operator - highly recommend

  E4910GUalisonb,Jun 29, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  Customer service was amazing - I booked overnight and needed to change pickup location for the mornings tour. Tour operator got back to me before their 6am opening hours and when bus was 5 min late, I called and got straight through to be advised it was 5 min away and no need to worry. Bus drivers were lovely and helpful too.

• Panoramic Experience to Kuranda!

  bravesfan39,Jun 29, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  This is a stunningly beautiful tour up and down the mountain to Kuranda. The "over the base ticket price" is somewhat steep for what Down Under Tours provides (shuttle to and from the station), but they offer curb service and make sure everything is working. The gondola ride is the highlight, with panoramic views of the entire area. Train ride is also spectacular, and the history is interesting. The day we left, one of the scenic railway conductors did not show up. and we had to wait about 80 minutes qt the station, which left less time in Kuranda (NOT the fault of Down Under Tours). But the town itself is mostly trinket shops and some restaurants. One does not need more than two hours at the top. I would recommend Down Under Tours to anyone.

• Karanda rail tour

  Sue T,Jun 28, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  3.00

  We enjoy going up on the train We feel there was to long a time in the Kuranda Town 3 hours was way to long! The shops were disappointing so many had the same thing and most of the souvenirs came from China. The Karanda Hotel did a great lunch We decided to after 2 hours to go back on the Skyrail earlier and then got a taxi back to our hotel instead of waiting another hour for the bus

• A great experience

  Nirvana C,Jun 24, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Not to be missed. It was very well structured and all staff vas super nice and helpful. We highly recommend it!

• Well organised trip

  k7vidya,Jun 13, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We booked the day tour through Viator including the hotel transfer. We were picked up from the hotel on time and taken to Smithfield terminal in Cairns for our Skyrail journey. There were 2 stops in between, Red Peak where we got off to explore the rainforest through walkways and Barron Falls, a stop with views of Barron Falls. In Kuranda, we had about 4 hrs of leisure time to explore the historic village and surrounds. There were options to either learn about indigenous history at the Tjupakai Aboriginal Cultural Park or encounter native wildlife like kangaroos, butterflies and koalas in the village for us to choose with our own expenses in that time. We realised that we didn't have enough time to go to The Aboriginal Cultural Park. So ended up visiting the Kuranda Koala Gardens, The Australia Butterfly Sanctuary & the Birdworld. We spent some time browsing the famous Heritage Markets in Kuranda before walking back to the station. We came back on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, winding through lush mountain passes and waterfall gorges along the way for 37km. When we got to the station, we were picked up and dropped off at our hotel.

• Beautiful area

  Christina B,Jun 11, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  *This is not a "tour"- this company drives you to the rail station and drops you off then drives you back to town at the end of the day. Kuranda railroad is a fun historic train line with beautiful scenery and well narrated. The cableway down was beautiful as well, but not for those with a fear of heights! Time in town at the top was too long, as the shops are mostly tourist junk. After lunch we had nearly 2 hours before returning down. When arriving in parking lot we had another 45 min wait for bus. Worth a day if you have extra time in Cairns

• kuranda long journey

  413niras,May 27, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  3.00

  Kuranda scenic railway day trip a bit too long. too noisy people in our train cabin. stopped for 15 minutes as there was a sound came up help. no one in the carriages were among that. delayed over half hour. felt tired. no announcements were made, and even at the railway station. we had to fend for our selves finding the carriage.

• Polish and Australian Families united for Holiday 2026

  Longina P,May 25, 2026

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  Amazing experience, Kuranda train has taken us back in time and SkyRail allowed us to see the breathtaking beauty of Atherton Tablelands, thank you for making all possible to see and experience, Absolutely Great Job and Keep It Up, Best Regards and Wishes Longina and Family

• Stunning views, great gondola.

  sigrunr421,May 16, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  Beautiful views of a rain forest that seems empty of the usual sounds associated this rain forests. Though still visually stunning. Just be aware that anything associated with Queensland rail is cashless and no sympathy is given those that do not have a visa or MC with them. Stupid policy in my opinion. The gondola ride was the best part. The train ride was slow and brought out the incredible job that was done to forge the rail through the land. Worth going to the small town that lives on visitors.

• Overpriced for a coach transfer and ticket entry.

  James H,May 16, 2026

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  3.00

  Overpriced for what is provided. Train was Out of Action for maintenance, so a return SkyRail trip was offered with coach transfer. Priced at $218, which you can receive the same service with coach transfer from SkyRail direct at $145. Unsure what additional services are being charged $73 for. Karunda is an ok day trip to look around the small town, the best element is the views of the rainforest on the transit there, apart from that, fairly underwhelming day out.

  

  

  
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