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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

• 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.