Small Group Kuranda Tour via Skyrail and Kuranda Scenic Rail

Overview

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This small-group tours includes transfers from your hotel to the amazing Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. There you will glide over the world's oldest rainforest as you ascend to the maginficent Red Peak boardwalk and its attractions. From there journey to the spectacular Barron Gorge and falls as you make your way to the charming rainforest village of Kuranda. Once there choose from a vast array of activities including local markets, arts and crafts, enjoy an encounter with animals or butterflies (fees apply) and enjoy a relaxing lunch (own expense) before joining the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway on a spectacular journey through 15 tunnels and over 37 bridges enjoying magnificent views as you make your way to Freshwater Station to be met and transferred to your hotel, arriving about 4pm.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

I can generally only offer pickup at the hotels or ports listed upon checkout. For special cases or if your pickup is not listed please contact me

After you make a booking I will contact you for your email address. Skyrail emails confirmations and tickets directly to you and Viator/Tripadvisor/Expedia do not pass on your email to me.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

One-way journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail departing Kuranda at 2pm. (90 minute Journey)

One way journey on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda.

Kuranda map, Skyrail tickets. Kuranda Scenic Rail tickets and trip guide.

Enjoy 2.5 hours free time to explore Kuranda village & famous Heritage Markets.

Pick-up from and drop-off to your Cairns city hotel by air-conditioned bus. Yorkey's Knob excluded.

Food and drinks, unless specified

Birdworld (approx. AU$22/adult, AU$11/child)

Butterfly Sanctuary (approx. AU$25/adult, AU$15/child)

Kuranda Koala Gardens (approx. AU$22/adult and AU$11/child)

What To Expect

Board a gondola, glide over the rainforests to Kuranda with two amazing stops on the way at Red Peak rainforest boardwalk and the spectacular Barron Gorge.

1 hour 30 minutes•Admission Included

Kuranda

Upon arriving in Kuranda, a short stroll takes you to the nearby village where you will have about 2.5 hours to explore, shop and eat on your own.

2 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Small Group Kuranda Tour via Skyrail and Kuranda Scenic Rail

Pickup included

Reviews

4.81

188 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

162

Wonderful trip!
BHAVADASK C,
May 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00
A mesmerizing experience travelling on the railcar and train!!! The views are amazing and it is a ride that would be cherished for a lifetime!! The pick up was on time, our guide gave crisp and clear commentary.
Book tickets directly and get an Uber/bus from Cairns
Kateryna S,
Apr 12, 2025
- Viator
2.00
I don’t leave reviews often, but this tour left us very disappointed. You overpay for the transfer a lot. And you only get 2.5 hours in the village and then you have to rush to the train. We didn’t have time to do half of the activities offered. My advice is that you book Skyrail and Kuranda tickets on the Skyrail website directly and get an Uber from Cairns. You spent as much time as you wish in Kuranda and save about $40…
Efficient and missed the crowds
brian m,
Apr 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00
He meet us at the port as planned. Love that he sent pic prior of the area so we knew exactly where to fine him easily. He steered is clear of the crowds. Got is back to the ship in plenty of time. Great info.
Sky tram was fantastic. ...
Brian S,
Mar 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Sky tram was fantastic. Train back was spectacular Views were outstanding Town was nice food was very good
Great Tour! Wonderful Views!
Karen Y,
Mar 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Wonderful Day! The views are fantastic! Be sure to stop off at the skyway station and talk to the rangers, very informative. Just wish we could have spent more time at the top before boarding the train back down. Lots to see and do at the top. Just know this is not a guided tour. You are taken to the skyway, you ride up on your own, you have 2 hours at the top and then take the train back down into town where you are picked up and taken back to where you started.