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Book Kuranda Scenic Railway Tickets
- A great way to visit Kuranda, Australia is by boarding its scenic railway- the perfect ride through the Tropical North Queensland.
- Gape at Australia's beauty, history, and natural environment as you relax comfortably aboard a century-old landscape train.
- Listen to informative audio commentary that lets you in on facts and details about various attractions you zoom past.
- Pass by the Macalister Range, Stratford's serene suburbs, Freshwater and Redlynch, and Barron Falls- where you'll get down to take some pictures.
- Finally at the cozy town of Kuranda, get down, and wander freely! Drink in the views of the tropical rainforest around you.
- Choose from one-way and round-trip scenic railway trips.
- A great way to visit Kuranda, Australia is by boarding its scenic railway- the perfect ride through the Tropical North Queensland.
- Gape at Australia's beauty, history, and natural environment as you relax comfortably aboard a century-old landscape train.
- Listen to informative audio commentary that lets you in on facts and details about various attractions you zoom past.
- Pass by the Macalister Range, Stratford's serene suburbs, Freshwater and Redlynch, and Barron Falls- where you'll get down to take some pictures.
- Finally at the cozy town of Kuranda, get down, and wander freely! Drink in the views of the tropical rainforest around you.
- Choose from one-way and round-trip scenic railway trips.
Inclusions
- One-way Kuranda sightseeing train ticket
- Round-trip Kuranda sightseeing train ticket (optional)
- Urban connection
- Free WiFi
- Tip: The cable car runs on sunny and rainy days, and there are umbrellas for free use by tourists.
- As the rainforest park is a special place protected by World Heritage, be sure to walk on the passage during the visit.
- Outside food is not allowed in the tropical rainforest park. Lunch is provided in the restaurant in the park, including sandwiches and a lunch buffet.
- Tropical rainforest tours and train cars are all non-smoking.
- Ages 3yrs and below go free. Children aged 4-14 years enjoy reduced ticket pricing.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Explore the beauty of Australia's pristine tropical rainforests by riding the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableways.
- Spread across 7.5 kilometers over the lush forest, feel like you're gliding in the air above the canopy before descending into the heart of the forest.
- Enjoy a one-way journey that takes 1.5hrs or 2.5hrs for a round-trip journey exploring Red Peak and Barron Falls, each exciting with its boardwalk tours, dedicated walkways, and scenic lookout points.
- Skyrail’s Smithfield (Cairns) terminal is located 15mins north of Cairns and 50mins south of Port Douglas.
- A handy interpretative app and audio guide lets you see augmented reality rainforest animals appear right in front of you.
- Upgrade your ticket to ride on a diamond view gondola with glass flooring, adding to your sightseeing experience.
- Explore the beauty of Australia's pristine tropical rainforests by riding the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableways.
- Spread across 7.5 kilometers over the lush forest, feel like you're gliding in the air above the canopy before descending into the heart of the forest.
- Enjoy a one-way journey that takes 1.5hrs or 2.5hrs for a round-trip journey exploring Red Peak and Barron Falls, each exciting with its boardwalk tours, dedicated walkways, and scenic lookout points.
- Skyrail’s Smithfield (Cairns) terminal is located 15mins north of Cairns and 50mins south of Port Douglas.
- A handy interpretative app and audio guide lets you see augmented reality rainforest animals appear right in front of you.
- Upgrade your ticket to ride on a diamond view gondola with glass flooring, adding to your sightseeing experience.
Inclusions
- 1-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience
- Round-trip Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience (Optional)
- Access to Red Peak's Rainforest Discovery Zone, Ranger Guided Boardwalk Tours, rainforest boardwalk loop, scenic lookout
- Access to Barron Fall's The Edge Lookout, CSIRO Rainforest Interpretation Centre, rainforest boardwalk loop, Historical Precinct & more
- Free WiFi
- Multilingual app & audio guide
- Diamond View Gondola (Optional)
Exclusions
- Travel insurance
- Hotel transfers
- Food & drinks
This ticket has the following variants that you can choose from:
- One Way Skyrail Experience
- Round Trip Skyrail Experience
- One Way Skyrail Experience with Diamond View Gondola
- Round Trip Skyrail Experience with Diamond View Gondola
- Skyrail’s Smithfield (Cairns) terminal is located 15 minutes north of Cairns and 50 minutes south of Port Douglas.
- A one-way journey takes approximately 1.5 hours including time spent exploring Red Peak and Barron Falls.
- Allows 2.5 hours for a round-trip experience.
- First departure from Smithfield is at 8:30am and the last one-way or round trip experience from Smithfield departs at 1:00 PM.
· The last one-way experience from Kuranda departs at 3:15 PM and the latest you can board from Kuranda for a round-trip experience is at 12:00 PM.
You can redeem your tickets at any one of the two terminals:
1. Smithfield Terminal
- Address: 6 Skyrail Dr, Smithfield QLD 4878
- Get Directions to the Redemption Point
- The closest bus stop is Brinsmead Kamerunga Rd (Skyrail Base Station), a 2-min walk to this terminal
2. Kuranda Terminal
- Address: Arara St, Kuranda QLD 4881
- Get Directions to the Redemption Point
- Closest train station is Kuranda Train Station, a 2-min walk to this terminal
- You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Embark on an all-day tour featuring the best of Tropical North Queensland, including the iconic Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
- Explore Kuranda, the Village in the Rainforest, known for its vibrant heritage markets open 365 days a year, offering unique crafts and tropical fare.
- Experience an exciting Army Duck Tour in Rainforestation Nature Park and, post a BBQ lunch, meet Jack the Ripper, one of Australia's largest captive crocodiles.
- Dive into the Aboriginal culture during the Dreamtime Walk, followed by a captivating performance by the traditional Pamagirri Dancers.
- The experience is enhanced with a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ride, offering panoramic views of the rainforest, Cairns, Coral Sea, and the Cairns Highlands.
- Choose to visit Kuranda with the Scenic Railway and return via the Skyrail, or vice versa, and enjoy free time amidst markets, shops, and food stalls.
- Embark on an all-day tour featuring the best of Tropical North Queensland, including the iconic Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
- Explore Kuranda, the Village in the Rainforest, known for its vibrant heritage markets open 365 days a year, offering unique crafts and tropical fare.
- Experience an exciting Army Duck Tour in Rainforestation Nature Park and, post a BBQ lunch, meet Jack the Ripper, one of Australia's largest captive crocodiles.
- Dive into the Aboriginal culture during the Dreamtime Walk, followed by a captivating performance by the traditional Pamagirri Dancers.
- The experience is enhanced with a Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ride, offering panoramic views of the rainforest, Cairns, Coral Sea, and the Cairns Highlands.
- Choose to visit Kuranda with the Scenic Railway and return via the Skyrail, or vice versa, and enjoy free time amidst markets, shops, and food stalls.
Inclusions
- Full-day tour of Kuranda (optional)
- Kuranda Scenic Rail
- Free time in Kuranda Village
- Rainforestation tour (Army Duck Tour, Wildlife Park, Dreamtime Walk, Pamagirri Dancers, BBQ Lunch) (optional)
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Expert guide (optional)
- Round-trip hotel transfers
Skyrail, Rainforestation, Lunch and Scenic Rail
- Hotel pick-up from Cairns
- Start of tour (8:30am)
- Explore Kuranda Village
- Rainforestation Nature Park
- Koala & Wildlife Park
- Pamagirri Dreamtime Walk and Pamagirri dance performance
- Army Duck rainforest tour
- Lunch at the Treehouse Café (included with BBQ lunch option only)
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Hotel drop-off in Cairns
Train Up & Skyrail Return
- 09:00am: Pick up from Cairns Hotels
- 09:30am: Kuranda Train Departs from Cairns Central Station
- 11:25am: Arrive at Kuranda Station. Free Time in Kuranda
- 01:45pm: Skyrail Departs from Kuranda Station
- 03:30pm: Arrive at Skyrail Smithfield Terminal
- 04:00pm: Drop off at Cairns Hotels
Skyrail Up & Train Return
- 09:45am: Pick up Cairns Hotel
- 10:45am: Skyrail Departs from Smithfield Terminal
- 11:30am: Arrive at Kuranda Station Free Time in Kuranda
- 03:30pm: Kuranda Train Departs from Kuranda
- 05:25pm: Arrive at Cairns Central Station
- Tip: When you're on the Kuranda Scenic Rail, try and get a window seat for the best rainforest and waterfall views.
- A maximum of 10 guests are allowed on this tour at one point in time.
- The experience is wheelchair-accessible.
- Please note that the start time of the activity is not your pick-up time. The activity provider will contact you by email to provide the pickup time from your accommodation.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- If you are an adventurer at heart, this is the tour for you as you experience the beauty of Kuranda and natural miracles first-hand.
- Walk through the Heritage Markets that operate seven days a week and showcase a variety of wares.
- Learn more about life in a closeted, detached village and the freedom that it offers.
- Meet some of Kuranda’s indigenous wildlife at Birdworld, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Kuranda Koala Gardens.
- At the end of your exploration of Kuranda Village, head to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
- If you are an adventurer at heart, this is the tour for you as you experience the beauty of Kuranda and natural miracles first-hand.
- Walk through the Heritage Markets that operate seven days a week and showcase a variety of wares.
- Learn more about life in a closeted, detached village and the freedom that it offers.
- Meet some of Kuranda’s indigenous wildlife at Birdworld, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Kuranda Koala Gardens.
- At the end of your exploration of Kuranda Village, head to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Inclusions
- Tickets for Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Tickets for Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Hotel transfers
- Stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls
- Heritage markets
- Free Time in Kuranda
- Choose the tour according to your convenient start time and duration
Exclusions
- Tickets to Birdworld, Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, and Kuranda Koala Gardens
Kuranda Scenic Rail | Free time in Kuranda | Kuranda heritage Markets | Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
This ticket has the following options that you can choose from:
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail from Freshwater Station
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail (ex Northern Beaches)
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail (ex Port Douglas)
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail (Cairns)
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail (ex Cairns)
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail (Cairns)
- Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail from Cairns
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Tickets to One-Way Cairns Skyrail Rainforest Cableway with One-Way Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Unleash your adventurous spirit with the one-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and one-way Kuranda Scenic Railway ride in heritage carriages.
- Soak in the panoramic views of the oldest thriving rainforest on the cableway ride and spend time at the serene Red Peak and Barron Falls.
- Explore the delightful village of Kuranda, which boasts vibrant markets and an array of local dining options.
- Enhance your tour with an interpretive app and audio guide, helping you learn about the remarkable rainforest and Kuranda village.
- Hop aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway and travel through the lush rainforest landscapes and relish the enchanting vibes of the vintage carriage.
- Unleash your adventurous spirit with the one-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and one-way Kuranda Scenic Railway ride in heritage carriages.
- Soak in the panoramic views of the oldest thriving rainforest on the cableway ride and spend time at the serene Red Peak and Barron Falls.
- Explore the delightful village of Kuranda, which boasts vibrant markets and an array of local dining options.
- Enhance your tour with an interpretive app and audio guide, helping you learn about the remarkable rainforest and Kuranda village.
- Hop aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway and travel through the lush rainforest landscapes and relish the enchanting vibes of the vintage carriage.
Inclusions
- Tickets to 1-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Tickets to 1-way Kuranda Scenic Railway
- Heritage carriage
- Complimentary parking
- Access to Red Peak
- Access to Barron Falls Stations
- Kuranda tour
- Free WiFi at Skyrail stations
- Multilingual interpretive app
- Multilingual audio guide
- Filter water
- Tip: Make time for a riverboat cruise along the Barron River in Kuranda and take in the beauty of local flora and fauna.
- The Skyrail and Kuranda Scenic Railway must be completed on the same day as the 2 experiences cannot be split on different days.
- It's recommended to wear comfortable shoes as this experience involves a fair amount of walking.
- Bring along your sunglasses, sunscreen, hat, umbrella, insect repellant, water bottle, snacks.
- This tour can accommodate a maximum of 6 people in 1 group for the gondola ride.
- The experience is restricted for guests aged 14 and under provided they are not accompanied by an adult.
- Note that the following are not allowed on this tour: large bags, food and beverages, and smoking on the gondola ride.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Your Kuranda Scenic Railway Tickets Explained
With a Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket, get on board for a memorable journey and breathtaking views of the Australian rainforests. While any KSR ticket can get you aboard the train, you can also choose to enhance your experience with special inclusions or combo tickets. Choose to get an authentic feel with a Heritage-class ticket, take the beautiful Skyrail down to the forest, or even hike a scenic trail through the Kuranda rainforest.
Kuranda Scenic Railway Highlights
Magnificent Scenery
The Kuranda Scenic Railway runs for about 2 hours from Cairns to Kuranda and winds its way through awe-inspiring mountains, rainforests and waterfalls. The train passes over 37 bridges and through 15 hand-carved tunnels, allowing you to experience views you may never find elsewhere.
Historic Train Carriages
Kuranda Scenic Railway allows you to experience class and luxury as you travel with its beautiful carriages. With red-wood interiors, these refurbished heritage carriages let you travel back to the times when people first boarded the train.
Barron Falls
This steep cascading Barron waterfall makes for a brilliant backdrop for beautiful pictures. The weir on the Barron River allows a thin trickle of water down the rocks, which is usually how the falls are throughout the year, except for the rainy season, when the waterfalls are lush with gushing water.
Stoney Creek Falls
Protected within the Barron Gorge National Park along with Barron Falls, Stoney Creek Falls is one of the smaller waterfalls present on the Kuranda Scenic Railway’s route. The train passes right in front of the falls, allowing you to admire them up close.
Rainforest Hikes
The ancient rainforests of Kuranda have relatively cooler weather compared to the rest of the country, allowing you to explore Australia’s lush greenery on a rainforest hike. Discover native species of plants and animals in this forest by picking a ticket that includes a hiking trail as well.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Extend your experience with a combo ticket including a ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, where you can glide over the treetops and view Cairns from a whole new perspective. Stop at Red Peak to discover one of the most ancient pockets of rainforests in the world.
Plan Your Visit To Kuranda Scenic Railway
Timings
Getting There
Accessibility
Nearby
The railway operates daily, departing Cairns at 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM, and returning from Kuranda at 2:00 PM and 3:30 PM.
The journey takes about 2 hours to complete, which also includes a 10-minute stop at the Barron Falls Station.
The starting point of the Kuranda Scenic Railway is the Queensland Rail Travel Centre in Cairns.
Address: 126 Bunda St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia. Find on Maps
This railway station is easily accessible by public transport, and you can also easily reach this destination by putting the location of the station on your navigation system.
Wheelchair Accessibility: There is a wheelchair-accessible carriage along with varying platform heights and ramps to help get into the train. Suitable seats are available in Gold and Heritage class coaches.
Carer Eligibility: With a valid companion card, the carer can get free tickets along with the disabled person.
Assistance Animal: If you want to travel with a service animal, you will have to inform the railways during booking to ensure they can arrange suitable seating for your animal.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway: Descend down into the beautiful Kuranda Rainforest with the Kuranda Skyrail cableway.
Great Barrier Reef: Discover Australia’s famous coral reef system by going on a glass-bottom boat ride, snorkelling, or simply just resting on the beachside.
Skydive Cairns: Have an adventure of a lifetime as you plunge from 15,000 ft and discover the beautiful Cairns cityscape from above.
Barron River Rafting: Take a thrilling ride on the Barron river with white water rafting through the Kuranda rainforest.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kuranda Scenic Railway Tickets
How can I buy Kuranda Scenic Railway tickets?
You can easily buy Kuranda Scenic Railway tickets online and avail yourself of great deals and offers.
What do my Kuranda Scenic Railway tickets include?
With a general admission ticket, you can take a one-way or round-trip from Cairns to Kuranda. Some Kuranda Scenic Railway tickets come with other inclusions to extend your trip to make the most of your visit.
How long should I spend at Kuranda Scenic Railway?
Plan to spend at least half a day exploring the railway and the surrounding area.
Is it worth visiting Kuranda Scenic Railway?
Absolutely! The Kuranda Scenic Railway offers a unique and unforgettable experience through awe-inspiring mountains and rainforests.
What are the ticket options for Kuranda Scenic Railway?
You can choose from one-way or return tickets, standard or Heritage Class tickets for Kuranda Scenic Railway. You can also purchase combo tickets with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway or a hike through the Kuranda Rainforest.
Are there nearby attractions worth exploring while visiting Kuranda Scenic Railway?
Yes, Barron Falls, Kuranda Rainforest, Skyrail, and Australian Butterfly Sanctuary are just a few of the nearby attractions to explore while on the Kuranda Scenic Railway.
Is the Kuranda Scenic Railway wheelchair accessible?
Yes, there is a wheelchair-accessible coach available for disabled people.