Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Cairns
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy aboard the Skyrail on a day trip to Kuranda from Cairns. Option to upgrade to the popular Rainforestation Nature Park.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
The largest butterfly flight aviary & exhibit in Australia. Situated next to the Kuranda Markets, it is home to over 1500 tropical butterflies. Wander through the aviary's lush tropical gardens and breeding laboratory to learn more about a butterfly's life cycle & behaviour.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Glide over and through the canopy of the ancient rainforest and marvel at the spectacular views from Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. There are two stops along this gondola journey where you can alight and explore the rainforest from within.
What‘s Included
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Cairns pickup and drop off
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Rainforestation Nature Park with Lunch (if option selected)
Food and drinks, unless specified
Birdworld, Koala Gardens & Butterfly Sanctuary (own expense)
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Rail/Sky
Travel to Kuranda on the Scenic Railway, free time in Kuranda, return on Skyrail (approx. 8.5 hours)
Pickup included
Scenic Rail & Coach Tour
Scenic Rail & Coach Tour: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026.
FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!
Pickup included
Rail/Rainforestation/Sky LUNCH
Rainforestation Includes : Army Duck, Pamagirri Dancers and Koala & Wildlife Park
Includes Tropical BBQ Lunch
Rail/Rainforestation/Sky: Travel to Kuranda on the Scenic Railway, visit Rainforestation Nature Park, free time in Kuranda, return on Skyrail (approx. 10 hours)
Pickup included
Sky/Rail
Travel to Kuranda on Skyrail, free time in Kuranda, return on the Scenic Railway (approx. 10 hours)
Pickup included
Coach Tour & Scenic Rail
Coach Tour & Scenic Rail: Skyrail is closed on this date. Skyrail Upgrade Closure period 20 July - 18 August 2026
FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park: Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!
Pickup included
Reviews
233 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Every individual deserves the full experience!
Liz S,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This is definitely a great experience, however I was extremely disappointed that as a solo traveler I was forced to share a gondola even though they weren’t busy. They have signs saying in busy times they will ask you to share. They were not busy! The poor couple were trying to wave me out of entering, so embarrassing. Then in the ride they practically sat on top of me taking selfies, while she flicked her hair in my face and I watched completely empty gondolas go by. I paid the same as everyone else but no comfort because I’m one. No souvenir picture for me because who wants a photo of a stranger next to you for $20? I was only lined up for 5 minutes so definitely not busy and when I asked the skyrail attendant, he rudely said to me “They’ll be busy at the next stop too, so you’ll be sharing”. They weren’t and I didn’t have to share through the 2nd stop. Thankfully at the third change over, at least they made an effort to put me with another solo traveler. Absolutely ridiculous when empty gondolas were travelling. Solo discrimination as the guy literally said to me, “All solo travellers share”even though the sign clearly states only when busy. Confused, as this makes them no extra money at all. I felt totally disrespected. Do not miss this experience, I leave this review in the hope the company does better and you aren’t forced to share your experience in times of quiet traffic.
Sky up, train down.
Peter K,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You can do the route two ways; either works. I took the skyrail up and the train back. I think it is better to try both things than to do one up and down. The train heading down was excellent fun, great views. The skyrail up was also full of great views (and clouds). I suggest you stop and take the walks on the way up.
It’s well worth the trip....
Daniel B,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00It’s well worth the trip. Beautiful waterfalls and sites. Good markets at the village. The butterflies and animal exhibits were fun to see.
Need to do it.
Ana M,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A wonderful trip through the rainforest, seen from above and from within. Time for lunch, hiking, and admiring the scenery. Good organization and very friendly and helpful staff. The village of Kuranda itself was a bit disappointing. Apart from the usual shops, the heritage area was practically deserted.
Amazing Australian Rainforest
Janeway11,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ancient Rainforest as far as the eye can see from above and a few stations where you can stop and walk into the rainforest itself on the forest floor.
For the time we had, it...
Enise H,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00For the time we had, it was an amazing little tour. The drivers that took us to Kuranda and back were lovely, the train and sky rail experience absolutely stunning and a must-do in Cairns! Wish we had more time, but that was nothing to do with the tour. Just so much to do at such a beautiful place.
Really awesome cable ride over rainforest
P L,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The cable car was fabulous - over 45 minutes over the rainforest. The train was cute, with lots of history. Kuranda town had some nice boutique shops. But this is not a guided tour and you are on your own.
Kuranda Skyride tour.
Corinne K,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Easy to get around, great ride up to the top. Line up went fast and was easy to board the gondola! 😊
It's OK, but nothing amazing
Y8522EAleec,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00My wife and I were here for the first time in Australia. We wanted to see a bit of the rainforest from an aerial view and had heard so much about it from others. This took us above the rainforest canopy, giving us a bird's-eye view of the forest below. In a way, it was disappointing, as ... can't really see a lot of the forest below, as it was pretty much the same treetops, etc. We thought there would be more. After about 10 minutes, it's a repeat. The best part was Barron Falls
Lush green paradise
Dholakia2014,Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very interesting rain forest visit.. we missed the train ride as it wasn't in our itinerary but sky rail was fantastic.. we got great view from that and enjoyed the beauty of the nature
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