Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Port Douglas
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10 hours
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Experience the rainforest beauty of Far North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Port Douglas. Enjoy the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway, free time to explore Kuranda Village and glide over and through World Heritage Listed Rainforest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway,
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
One-way Kuranda Scenic Railway
One-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Hotel pick up and drop off (selected hotels only)
Optional: Koala Gardens/Birdworld or Butterfly Sanctuary (Ad $22-$24 AUD/entry, Ch $11-15 AUD/entry)
Food and Drinks can be purchased at own expense
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Take a historic journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail, travelling through the Barron Gorge National Park
Kuranda Village
Free time to explore Kuranda - 'the village in the rainforest'. Discover the Kuranda Markets, enjoy lunch at one of the many food stalls or cafes (own expense) or visit a wildlife attraction such as the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld or Koala Gardens (admission at own expense). There are also rainforest walks, art galleries and much more - something for everyone..
Options
Rail/Sky
Travel to Kuranda on the Scenic Rail, free time in Kuranda, return on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway (approx. 9 hours)
Pickup included
Reviews
58 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing 😍
Alex K,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a great experience for all of us. My 4 year really enjoyed his train ride. Views are incredible. 100% kids and adults friendly.
A long day in the rain
Elizabeth M,
Jul 25, 2025
- Viator
3.00We were based in Port Douglas but most of the tours are based in Cairns and pick up people all over the place. We spent 2 hours in a coach picking up before the experience began and that is very tiring. The same happened at the end of the day and we got back so exhausted we couldn’t have supper. Luckily we did have a big lunch in Kuranda. The rainforest (the clue lies in the word rain) was shrouded in low mist and clouds and we could not see much from the train and it poured all day. The sky ride was a bit better as the rain eased and the view from the gondola was very good. But then we had the 2hour return drop off coach trip. The train is boarded near Cairns and the road between Port Douglas and Cairns has extensive roadworks due to cyclone damage in 2023 making the trip slow and arduous. We arrived back in the dark .
Scenic Train and Skyrail to Kuranda
Katrina R,
Jan 14, 2025
- Viator
4.00We did train then Skyrail, which I personally think was better way around , as it was hot on the train in the morning I would think in the afternoon could be unbearable
The scenery from the...
Chris H,
Nov 29, 2024
- Viator
4.00The scenery from the railway was fantastic. But for me the views of the rain forrest from the Gondola were brilliant, what an experience.
See rainforest in a historical train and cable car
Ulla L,
Jul 11, 2024
- Viator
4.00Great way to spend on a rainy day. Train and the history was very interesting. And the sights just fantastic Cable car was a good experience also
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