Kuranda Scenic Railway and Day Trip Tours

Skyrail-Kuranda Scenic Train Day Tour

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9.45am 11.00am or 12.45pm Skyrail and 2.00pm or 3.30pm Scenic Train Available from Palm Cove
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over tropical rainforest near Cairns
Kuranda Scenic Train
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over tropical rainforest near Cairns
Kuranda Scenic Train

Explore Kuranda at a relaxed pace with a classic rainforest journey—Travel the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway one way and the Kuranda Scenic Railway the other. Gives you free time to wander the Kuranda village atmosphere. Travelling before 25 October? Please review Skyrail’s modified operations for what’s included

Explore Kuranda at a relaxed pace with a classic rainforest journey—9.45am, 11.00am or 12.45pm Skyrail Rainforest Cableway one way and the 2.00pm or 3.30pm Kuranda Scenic Railway the other. It’s a great half-day option that still gives you time to wander the Kuranda village and soak up the rainforest atmosphere.

Cruise ship passengers please choose Pacific Hotel as your pick up location

Highlights & Inclusions
Return Cairns hotel transfers

9.45am, 11am or 12.45pm Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Glide above the canopy with panoramic views across Barron Gorge and the Wet Tropics rainforest.
Two rainforest stops: Red Peak and Barron Falls boardwalks and lookouts
Ranger-guided talks available at Red Peak
Time to enjoy the new-look Barron Falls viewing area
Free time in Kuranda Village
Browse the heritage Kuranda Markets
Visit attractions such as Birdworld, Butterfly Sanctuary or Koala Gardens
2.00pm or 3.30pm Kuranda Scenic Railway
Travel down the range through tunnels, across bridges and past waterfalls on one of Australia’s most iconic heritage railways. Slow-paced, open-window carriages, historic commentary,  photo stop at Barron Falls Lookout

Skyrail Upgrade 2026–2027
Skyrail is turning 30 and investing $85 million to replace its cable infrastructure and all gondolas.

For Travel up to 18th August 2026 including Monday & Tuesday up to 25 October 2026
see Kuranda Coach & Scenic Train option or Kuranda Scenic Train and return Coach 


Wednesday–Sundays from 19 August – 25 October 2026 (Skyrail modified operations)
Your tour includes

  • 🚌 Hotel & Coach transfer to/from Kuranda Village
  • 🚡 1-hour Skyrail loop – Kuranda ↔ Barron Falls and back
  • 🚂 One-way Kuranda Scenic Rail journey
  • 🎁 Bonus voucher – free entry to Birdworld Kuranda or Kuranda Koala Gardens (no booking needed)

 

 

 

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🗓️ Flexible Cancellations

Enjoy peace of mind with our flexible booking policy. Most Cairns Tours can be cancelled up to 24 hours before departure with a full refund. (Helicopter tours are 48 hours) We make exploring Cairns stress free, so you can book with confidence.

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Reserve your place on our popular Cairns day tours with Klarna’s Book Now, Pay Later option, or just give us a call or send us an email to secure your booking. We will be in touch to arrange payment 7 days before your departure.  Perfect for planning your Cairns holiday without upfront costs.

🌴 Local Since 1995

For over 30 years, Cairns Discovery Tours has been proudly locally owned and operated. Established in 1995, we’ve shared the tropical beauty of Far North Queensland travellers from around the world. Based in Cairns, we offer authentic tour experiences backed by genuine local knowledge and long standing connections to the region.

👩‍🏫 Expert Local Guides

Our passionate Cairns tour guides are storytellers, historians, and nature enthusiasts. With deep local knowledge, they bring the Great Barrier Reef, Daintree Rainforest, and Cairns’ tropical heritage to life, ensuring an unforgettable and educational experience.

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SayItLikeItIs
1 month ago
I booked the two day Rainforest trip on the 23rd & 24th June. The scenery was breathtaking and we were treated to a river cruise where we spotted some famous local crocodiles :D Throughout the journey to the lookouts and the Daintree Rainforest, we were treated to some fascinating commentary by our guides on the history of the area. I would like to give special thanks and appreciation to John and Clinton who were very knowledgeable, humorous and looked after us all very well :) I opted to spend a night in the Rainforest and it was truly an unforgettable experience :)
Jia Wang
Jia Wang
1 month ago
The tour is fantastic, with great views and unique experience. The staffs are friendly and helpful.
Mihaela Satrapeli
Mihaela Satrapeli
2 months ago
Very good support from Marianne to organize our Cairns visits, both for diving and snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef and for Kuranda and Rainforest Cape tribulation tours ! You can trust she will arrange every modification needed at her best ! Loved the trip in Cairns also thanks to Marianne, who listens and adapts to your interests and time ! Big Thank you, Marianne!
Michelle White
Michelle White
2 months ago
Great tour. We covered a lot of ground without feeling rushed. The day was well organised & seamless with a very knowledgeable tour guide/ driver.
madam howling
madam howling
1 month ago
I’m not often impressed enough to comment I certainly am with Maryanne Nothing was too much effort, even to ringing me at 9pm on Friday night to change a trip Refunded was processed within ten minutes of cancellation, new options provided All the five star reviews are true!
Mark Rodahl
Mark Rodahl
9 months ago
Cairns Discovery Tours is such a wonderful company. They all were essential in giving us an unforgettable experience on our first trip to Cairns. Maryanne is so friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful in finding perfect excursions for us. Her Daintree Rainforest tour with the awesome Jeremey as our guide was truly amazing ! On top of all of this, everyone was so kind and helpful to recover and return to my wife a lost sentimental bracelet. I can not thank them all enough for making our vacation so special and memorable. You are all the best !