Cairns Small-Group Kuranda Tour: Skyrail & Scenic Railway

Name: Cairns Small-Group Kuranda Tour: Skyrail & Scenic Railway
Brand: Viator
Price: 187.74 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (156 reviews)

4.8(156)7 hoursChinese (Taiwan), Chinese, Cantonese, EnglishBook 1 day aheadCairns & the Tropical North, Australia

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Discover Far North Queensland's spectacular rainforest with a local expert on this intimate Kuranda tour from Cairns. Limited to 10 guests, this small-group experience combines the award-winning Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and historic Kuranda Scenic Railway with personalised service in English, Mandarin, or Cantonese.

Journey above World Heritage Wet Tropics rainforest on Skyrail, explore Kuranda Village's Heritage Markets and wildlife sanctuaries, and witness Barron Falls cascading through Barron Gorge National Park. Return via the 1891 Kuranda Scenic Railway, travelling through 15 hand-carved tunnels and 37 heritage bridges as your guide shares Djabugay cultural stories, Queensland railway history, and tropical ecology.

Our service includes pickup from Cairns City and Cairns Port with all Skyrail and Railway tickets included.

Please note that from 20 July, the Skyrail will be undergoing renovations; from 21 July onwards guests will be driven to Kuranda, returning by train.

Included

Hotel/Port pickup & drop-off from Cairns city, Northern beaches, cruise terminal or airport
Kuranda Scenic Railway one-way ticket
Expert local guide fluent in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese
Genuine small group (max 10), air-conditioned vehicle
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway one-way ticket with Red Peak and Barron Falls station stops

Not included

Lunch - your guide will recommend the best cafes in Kuranda Village

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What you'll do

Your guide collects you from your Cairns accommodation and shares insights about
Djabugay Aboriginal heritage and World Heritage Wet Tropics during the scenic drive to either Skyrail Smithfield Terminal or Freshwater Station, depending on optimal daily routing to avoid crowds.
30 min
Glide 7.5 kilometers above pristine rainforest canopy with Coral Sea views
Stop at Red Peak Station to walk elevated boardwalks through ancient forest, then visit Barron Falls Station to view spectacular waterfalls cascading into Barron Gorge National Park from multiple lookout platforms.
1h 30mAdmission included
Explore Kuranda's famous Heritage Markets (established 1915) featuring Indigenou
s art, local crafts, and Australian souvenirs. Optional visits to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld Kuranda, or Koala Gardens (entry fees separate). Enjoy lunch at local cafes or restaurants, and discover village galleries and rainforest walks.
2 hours
View Barron Falls from both Skyrail's station lookout and during the Kuranda Scenic Railway journey
Most spectacular during wet season (December-April) when tropical rainfall increases water volume dramatically.
Board the historic 1891 railway at Kuranda Station for the spectacular descent through Barron Gorge National Park
Travel through 15 hand-carved tunnels and across 37 heritage bridges, passing Stoney Creek Falls and rainforest gorges while commentary shares Queensland railway construction history.
2 hoursAdmission included
Your guide meets you at either Cairns Station (or Skyrail Smithfield Terminal if
itinerary reversed) for return to your Cairns accommodation (or Cruise Liner Port), sharing recommendations for other Tropical North Queensland attractions. Note: pickup station may change on the day depending on where guests are staying.
30 min

Meeting and pickup

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Pickup details

Please select the option that best corresponds with your pickup location. If you select the 'cruise' option you MUST enter your departure time and cruise name before checkout. Please note, the cruise port pickup is for Cairns (city) Cruise Terminal only. If you dock in Yorkey's Knob, an extra fee will apply. For pickup areas not listed please enquire.

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Mercure Cairns
15 Florence Street, Corner of Florence and Lake St, Cairns, Australia
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Mantra Trilogy Cairns
101 105 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Coral Tree Inn
166-172 Grafton St, Cairns, Australia
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Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns
209 - 217 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia
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Bay Village Tropical Retreat
Cnr Lake & Gatton Sts, Cairns, Australia
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Crystalbrook Bailey
163 Abbott St, Cairns, Australia
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Tyrconnel Historic Goldmine
Spence ST., Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Queenslander Hotel and Apartments
267 Lake St, cnr of Lake & Charles Street, Cairns, Australia
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Crystalbrook Riley
131 -141 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Pullman Reef Hotel Casino
35-41 Wharf Street, Cairns, Australia
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Aspect Central Motel
209-211 Sheridan St, corner Sheriden & Grove, Cairns, Australia
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The Abbott Boutique Hotel
69-73 Abbott St, Cairns, Australia
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The Benson Hotel
50 Grafton Street, Cairns, Australia
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Mantra Esplanade Cairns
53-57 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Pullman Cairns International
17 Abbott St, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Sheridan Hotel
295 Sheridan St, Cairns, Australia
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Pacific Hotel Cairns
43 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Heritage Cairns Hotel
8 Minnie Street, Cairns, Australia
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Oaks Cairns Hotel
59-63 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Royal Palm Villas
184 McLeod St, Cairns, Australia
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Reef Palms
41-47 Digger St, Corner McKenzie Street, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Holiday Lodge
259 Sheridan St, Cairns, Australia
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Il Palazzo Boutique Hotel
62 Abbott St, Cairns, Australia
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The Lakes Cairns
2 Greenslopes St, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Colonial Club Resort
18-26 Cannon St, Manunda, Cairns, Australia
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BreakFree Royal Harbour Cairns
60 Abbott Street, Cairns, Australia
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Hotel Tropiq
179 Sheridan St, Cairns, Australia
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Coral Towers Holiday Suites
255 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Vision Cairns Apartments
125 - 129 Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Freedom Cairns
Shop 1 7 Shields St, Cairns, Australia
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Reef Gateway Apartments
239 Lake St, Cairns, Australia
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Waters Edge Apartments
482 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Harbour Lights
1 Marlin Parade, Cairns, Australia
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Il Centro Apartment Hotel
26 - 30 Sheridan St, Cairns, Australia
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Jack & Newell Holiday Apartments
27-29 Wharf Street, Cairns, Australia
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Waterfront Terraces
233 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns City Motel
169 Lake St, Cairns, Australia
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Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns
Pier Point Rd, Cairns, Australia
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Oasis Inn
276 Sheridan St, Parking Lot entrance is on McKenzie Street, Cairns, Australia
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Palm Royale Cairns
7-11 Chester Ct, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Plaza Hotel
145 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Motel Nomad
314 Mulgrave Road, Cairns, Australia
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Balinese Motel
215 Lake St, Cairns, Australia
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Tropical Queenslander Cairns Holiday Studio & Apartment
287 Lake St, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Harbourside Hotel
209-217 The Esplanade, Entrance through Lake Street, Cairns, Australia
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Cairns Aquarius
107 The Esplanade, Cairns, Australia
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Hotel Lake Central
139 Lake St, Cairns, Australia
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Novotel Cairns Oasis Resort
122 Lake Street, Cairns, Australia
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End point

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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

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