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Kuranda Day Tours

Visit the beautiful Village of Kuranda, which is nestled amongst pristine World Heritage Listed Rainforest. The Kuranda Scenic Railway is a must-do experience, and it’s one of the most unique rail journeys in Australia. The journey from Cairns to Kuranda offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains, passes spectacular waterfalls and enters the Barron Gorge. The journey includes an English commentary companion, which includes the history of the railway’s construction and a map.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a 7.5-kilometre scenic tourist cableway running above the Barron Gorge National Park in the Wet Tropics of Queensland’s World Heritage Area in Australia. It operates from the Smithfield terminal in Cairns to the Kuranda terminal.
Skyrail does not operate on the following dates due to maintenance
8th - 22nd May 2023 Inclusive
28th - 31st August 2023
1st - 3rd September 2023
Christmas Day 2023
Kuranda Scenic Train not operating due to maintenance on
15th – 19th May 2023 inclusive
4th - 6th June 2023
16th & 17th October 2023
Christmas Day 2023

What to see and do in Kuranda – This secluded little village sits amongst the trees by the banks of the mighty Barron River and is very popular with visitors. Well known for its markets and attractions. Visit the Heritage Markets - open Wednesday to Sundays, Birdworld, Koala Gardens, or one of my favourites – a 45-minute calm water River Boat tour along the Barron River.
A favourite with many visitors is the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit in the Southern Hemisphere. It is home to over 1500 butterflies, all of which are bred in a breeding laboratory. Butterflies include the local rainforest species, including the Electric Blue Ulysses, the majestic green and yellow Cairns Birdwing and the Monarch butterfly.
Rainforestation Nature Park is located 10 minutes from Kuranda, with a FREE shuttle bus operating from the Butterfly Sanctuary hourly from 10.45 am. Here you can experience the tropical rainforest from a totally unique perspective aboard an amphibious World War II Army Duck or DUKW. Watch the famous Pamagirri Dance Show and discover authentic Indigenous Australian culture, or take a 30-minute guided half-hour tour along an all-weather walkway that gives further insight into Aboriginal traditions and beliefs. There is so much to see and do.
Have your own car and want to self-drive – make your way to Skyrail and park your vehicle. You will be transferred to Freshwater Train station. Return by Skyrail where your vehicle is parked. Prices start from $128 for adults, Child $64, Family $321. Call Maryanne on (07) 40283567 or email us for further information.

Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail Day Tour with return hotel transfers

  • You will be collected from your Cairns hotel accommodation
  • Departing Freshwater Station at 9.50am, enjoy the 1.5 hour journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, a historic railroad that travels through the breathtaking World Heritage Listed Rainforest.
  • Stop at Barron Falls Station for more spectacular vistas before arriving in the Village of Kuranda.
  • Enjoy 3 hours free time in Kuranda before returning via Skyrail.
  • Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondolas, the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience.
  • Return transfer to your Cairns hotel accommodation
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From Cairns 8am - 5.30pm
Adult $168 Child 4-14yrs $84
Family 2A+2C $420
Prices valid to 31st March 2024

 

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Kuranda Army Duck Tour with Train & Skyrail

You will be collected from your Cairns accommodation to start your day with a trip on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, winding your way up the mountain through the rainforest, past waterfalls, and a stop at the breathtaking Barron Gorge.

Enjoy a tour across land and water on the historic World War II Army Ducks at the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park, spotting flora and fauna in their natural habitat.

Enjoy free time in Kuranda and then finish your day with a peaceful return to Cairns gliding above the rainforest canopy on the 3.45 pm Skyrail Rainforest Cableway where you will be met and transferred to your Cairns chosen accommodation.

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Adult $201.00 Child 4 – 14yrs $104.00
Family 2A+2C $506.00
Prices valid to 31st March 2024

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Electric Bus to Kuranda -Return Kuranda Scenic Train

You will be collected from your Cairns hotel and experience emission-free travel between Cairns and Kuranda on a 100% electric bus. Arrive at the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park and tour the rainforest on land and water from an authentic WW2 Army Duck. Learn about various flora and fauna on this Army Duck Rainforest Tour.

Enjoy a guided tour of the Koala & Wildlife Park and the Pamagirri Dance Performance in the rainforest amphitheatre. Free time in the Kuranda Village to explore the Markets and visit shops and attractions. Return on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, one of Australia’s most beautiful train journeys. You will be transferred to your hotel accommodation.

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Army Duck Tour, Rainforest Station – Kuranda Village.
Adult $161.00 Child 4-14yrs $89.00
Family 2A 2C $411.00
Prices valid to 31st March 2024

 

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Cairns Birdwing butterfly in Kuranda sanctuary

Classic Kuranda Day Tour with Scenic Train and Skyrail, Rainforestation Nature Park, lunch & hotel transfers

  • You will be collected from your Cairns hotel accommodation
  • Departing Freshwater Station at 9.50am, enjoy the 1.5 hour journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, a historic railroad that travels through the breathtaking World Heritage Listed Rainforest.
  • Stop at Barron Falls Station for more spectacular vistas before arriving in the Village of Kuranda.
  • Rainforestation Nature Park, Army Duck Tour
  • Koala & Wildlife Park
  • Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience
  • Lunch at Rainforestation
  • Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondolas, the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience.
  • Return transfer to your Cairns hotel accommodation
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From Cairns 8.00 am - 5.30 pm
Adult $252 Child 4-14yrs $136
Family 2A+2C $640
Prices valid to 31st March 2024

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Kuranda Scenic Train & Skyrail

  • Kuranda Scenic Railway journey from Cairns Railway Station, choice of 8.30am or 9.30am Train
  • Free time to explore Kuranda, the markets and attractions.
  • Return Skyrail Rainforest Cable from Kuranda, depart 2.30pm or 3.30pm
  • Includes transfers from Skyrail to Cairns Railway Sation
  • Return hotel transfers NOT included –
  •  Make your own way to Cairns or Freshwater Railway Station
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Adult $125.00 Child $68.00
Family 2A2C $316.00
Gold class upgrade $49.00 per person
Prices valid to 31st March 2024

Please call (07) 4028 3567 or email bookings@cairnsdiscoverytours.com for availability

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