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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Cairns

4.4(233)1 hour
VIATOR4.4(127)TRIPADVISOR4.4(106)

Description

Enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy aboard the Skyrail on a day trip to Kuranda from Cairns. Option to upgrade to the popular Rainforestation Nature Park.

Tour Options

Coach Tour & Scenic Rail
  • Coach Tour & Scenic Rail: Skyrail is closed on this date. Skyrail Upgrade Closure period 20 July - 18 August 2026 FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park: Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens! Pickup included
Rail/Rainforestation/Sky LUNCH
  • Rainforestation Includes : Army Duck, Pamagirri Dancers and Koala & Wildlife Park Includes Tropical BBQ Lunch Rail/Rainforestation/Sky: Travel to Kuranda on the Scenic Railway, visit Rainforestation Nature Park, free time in Kuranda, return on Skyrail (approx. 10 hours) Pickup included
Sky/Rail
  • Travel to Kuranda on Skyrail, free time in Kuranda, return on the Scenic Railway (approx. 10 hours) Pickup included
Scenic Rail & Coach Tour
  • Scenic Rail & Coach Tour: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026. FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens! Pickup included
Rail/Sky
  • Travel to Kuranda on the Scenic Railway, free time in Kuranda, return on Skyrail (approx. 8.5 hours) Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission not included30 min

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.

Admission included90 min

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.

Admission not included120 min

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

Admission included90 min

Take a historic journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail, travelling through the rainforest and along the mountainside of Barron Gorge.

Admission not included30 min

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.

10 min

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.

Admission not included30 min

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.

Pass by

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.

Highlights

Kuranda Scenic Railway
Cairns pickup and drop off
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Rainforestation Nature Park with Lunch (if option selected)

What's included

Included
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Cairns pickup and drop off
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Rainforestation Nature Park with Lunch (if option selected)
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Birdworld, Koala Gardens & Butterfly Sanctuary (own expense)

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickup is available from selected Cairns locations - please contact the operator after booking to confirm your pickup location and time.

Traveller Ratings

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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

Reviews(233)

4.4
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