Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Price from
- $156 / person
- Location
- Cairns and the Tropical North
- Rating
- 4.3 / 5 · 1,167 reviews
- Languages
- DE, CMN, JA, EN
- Group
- Up to 80 people
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Down Under Tours
- Meeting point
- 6 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, Bus Zone at the front of Skyrail Terminal
Description
Experience the rainforest beauty of Tropical North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Cairns. Enjoy a journey on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and a ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. You’ll have free time in the village of Kuranda to browse its markets, have lunch or visit wildlife attractions like Birdworld or Kuranda Koala Gardens or choose the option including Rainforestation Nature Park. (Food, drinks and activities in Kuranda are at your own expense)
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:15 AM and 10:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $115
- Child (ages 4–14)
- $64
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
The largest butterfly flight aviary & exhibit in Australia. Situated next to the Kuranda Markets, it is home to over 1500 tropical butterflies. Wander through the aviary's lush tropical gardens and breeding laboratory to learn more about a butterfly's life cycle & behaviour.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Glide over and through the canopy of the ancient rainforest and marvel at the spectacular views from Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. There are two stops along this gondola journey where you can alight and explore the rainforest from within.
Rainforestation Nature Park
Choose the Rainforestation Package if you would like to visit this wonderful nature park. See Australian wildlife in their wildlife park, and take an amphibious Army Duck tour through the rainforest. PLEASE NOTE: NO free time in Kuranda if this option is selected
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Take a historic journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail, travelling through the rainforest and along the mountainside of Barron Gorge.
Kuranda Koala Gardens
Visit this wonderful Wildlife park to see iconic Australia wildlife. Feed and pat the tame wallabies and kangaroos. Discover wombats, freshwater crocodiles, lizards, snakes and much more! Koala photos are also available.
Barron Gorge National Park
See the might Barron Falls from both the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Edge Lookout, and at a stop on your journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail.
Barron Falls
Birdworld Kuranda
Immerse yourself in this wonderful free flying bird exhibit. See and enjoy the company of hundreds of rare and beautiful exotic and Australia native species in the lush tropically landscaped setting.
Down Under Tours - Day Tours
Down Under Tours is Tropical North Queensland’s leading day tour operator with an extensive range of tour options to suit any taste. We love to share the beauty of Tropical North Queensland and the ancient rainforest with our passengers.
What's included
Included
Written itinerary available in German, Italian, French, Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin
One-way trip on Kuranda Scenic Railway
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Rainforestation Nature Park (if option selected)
Cairns pickup and drop-off
Kuranda Boarding Pass
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Birdworld, Kuranda Koala Gardens & Butterfly Sanctuary (own expense)
Any other optional activities not mentioned
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup is available from selected locations in Cairns - please contact the operator after booking to confirm your pickup location and time.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.3
1,167 reviews
How it compares in Cairns & the Tropical North
- No. 7 by number of reviews among 241 tours in Cairns & the Tropical North
- Starting price $156 is 19% below the typical $194 for tours of similar length in Cairns & the Tropical North
- Price over the last 28 days: $113–$156
Excurgo comparison of 241 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns take?
Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns lasts about 7 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns cost?
Prices start at $156 per person for this Cairns and the Tropical North experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:15 AM and 10:00 AM.
How much does Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns cost for children?
Children aged 4–14 pay from $64, adults from $115. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup is available from selected locations in Cairns - please contact the operator after booking to confirm your pickup location and time. Pickup points include Rydges Esplanade Resort Cairns.
What languages is Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns offered in?
The experience is available in DE, CMN, JA, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 80 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Cairns worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.3 out of 5 across 1,167 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Down Under Tours.
Reviews(1,167)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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