INSTANT BOOKING OPTIONS
Kuranda Train & Skyrail + Transfers Info
KURANDA IN A DAY
Cairns Tours are a family operated business based in Cairns.
Cairns Tours features the Kuranda boarding pass and combines the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway into a relaxing scenic day trip.
Kuranda Boarding Pass
A1: Train Up, Skyrail Down
- Departs Daily with Return Hotel Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches
- Hotel pick-ups are confirmed when booking, from 7am
- Kuranda Scenic Rail departs Freshwater Station at 8:50am OR 9:50am
- Up to 5 hours free time in Kuranda
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway departs Kuranda from 11:30am to 3:45pm
- Barron Falls & Red Peak Rainforest Boardwalks
- Transfer to hotel
Kuranda Scenic Rail: At Freshwater Station, board the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail for your 1.5hr journey to Kuranda.
Kuranda Village: Free time is allowed to explore this quaint village, including the Heritage Markets which operate daily.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway: At your scheduled time, board Skyrail for your 1.5hr journey into one of the oldest continually surviving rainforests on Earth. Enjoy two stops at the Barron Falls and Red Peak Stations to explore the Rainforest Boardwalks.
A2: Skyrail Up, Train Down
- Departs Daily with Return Hotel Transfers from Cairns and Northern Beaches
- Hotel pick-up from 8:15am
- Coach transfer to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Smithfield Terminal
- Skyrail departs at your choice of time (from 9:00am)
- Red Peak & Barron Falls Rainforest Boardwalks
- Up to 5 hours free time in Kuranda
- Kuranda Scenic Rail at 2pm or 3:30pm
- Transfer to hotel at 3.30pm or 5pm.
A2: Later departure from Cairns Hotels only - Skyrail Up, Train Down
- Departs Daily with Return Hotel Transfers from Cairns City only
- Hotel pick-up from 10am or 11:45am
- Coach transfer to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Smithfield Terminal
- Skyrail departs at 11am, 12:30pm or 2:00pm
- Red Peak & Barron Falls Rainforest Boardwalks
- Free time in Kuranda
- Kuranda Scenic Rail at 2pm or 3:30pm
- Transfer to hotel at 3:30pm or 5pm
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway: At your scheduled time, board Skyrail for your 1.5hr journey into one of the oldest continually surviving rainforests on Earth. Enjoy two stops at the Barron Falls and Red Peak Stations to explore the Rainforest Boardwalks. Gonolas carry up to 6 people including infants. Diamond View gondolas seat a maximum of 5 people including infants. Complimentary Ranger guided boardwalk tours operate regularly at Red Peak Station. Barron Falls Station houses a fascinating Rainforest interpretation Centre and spectacular look-outs.
Kuranda Village: Free time is allowed to explore this quaint village, including the Heritage Markets which operate daily.
Kuranda Scenic Rail: At your scheduled time, board the Kuranda Scenic Rail for your 1.5hr journey to Freshwater Station.
OPTIONAL UPGRADES (Additional Cost)
Gold Class Kuranda Scenic Rail provides a premium experience for passengers wanting that extra comfort and a little bit of luxury for a most memorable experience. Gold Class includes:
- 9.55am departure from Freshwater Station to Kuranda
- or 3.30pm departure from Kuranda to Cairns
- Dedicated personalised Gold Class attendant
- Individual seating, lounge-style chairs (24 seats in each carriage over 4 carriages)
- Ambient, historical décor, including timber look flooring, historical photographs and cedar interior
- Gift pack including Kuranda Scenic Railway badge, pen, postcard
- Souvenir trip guide available in 9 languages
- Optional exclusive tour of the Heritage-Listed Signal Cabin at Kuranda station
- Conducted 15 minutes after arrival for morning trains
- Conducted 30 minutes prior to departure for afternoon trains - Food & beverage offerings will focus on Queensland and local Tablelands produce such as:
o Gallo Dairyland Cheese
o Skybury Coffee & Daintree Tea
o Wondaree Macadamias
o Mango to Go (100% pure mango "ice-cream" style treat)
o Freshly baked muffins with local fruit
o Sirromet Wines & Great Northern Brewing Company Super Crisp Lager
Kuranda Wildlife Experience includes entry to the Kuranda Koala Gardens, Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. You will have access to all three attractions at a great saving off the normal admission price! Alternatively, you can book entry only to each attraction.
Skyrail Diamond View (glass floor) Gondolas not only provide guests with amazing panoramic views of the rainforest canopy, tropical landscape and Coral Sea, but also the unique perspective of looking straight down at the treetops through to the forest floor. Maximum 5 people and an average waiting time of 7 minutes. (extra cost and by request only)
Wheelchair users must book well in advance and advise us of your requirements: Wheelchair access is possible for foldable wheelchair users. There is a lift to the train. Skyrail stops for wheelchair passengers to enter the gondola. Your wheelchair needs to be foldable and your tour needs to be confirmed well in advance.
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