Kuranda Scenic Rail, Skyrail and Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
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from A$285
11 hours 25 mins
Kuranda & Wangetti
All Ages
Discover Cairns with a luxury coach transfer to Freshwater Station, journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail through Barron Gorge, enjoy up to one hour in Kuranda village, return via Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and visit Hartleys Crocodile Adventures with ample time to see Australian wildlife and presentations.
Adult $285 | Child (4-14) $147 | Family (2 ad & 2 ch) $759 | Infant (0-3) $0.00
Key Highlights
Luxury coach transfer to Freshwater Station
Historic Kuranda Scenic Rail journey through Barron Gorge
Up to one hour free time in Kuranda village
Return via Skyrail Rainforest Cableway with two rainforest stops
Coach transfer on Great Barrier Reef Drive
Entry to Hartleys Crocodile Adventures wildlife park
Boardwalks through woodlands and rainforest
Wildlife presentations including Wetlands Cruise, Snake Show, Crocodile Attack Show, and Cassowary feeding
What’s included
Luxury coach transfers
Kuranda Scenic Rail ticket
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience
Admission to Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
Overview
Experience the best of Cairns with this full-day adventure combining the Kuranda Scenic Rail, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and Hartleys Crocodile Adventures. Begin your day with a luxury coach transfer to Freshwater Station and board the historic Kuranda Scenic Rail for a memorable ride through Barron Gorge, passing stunning waterfalls along the way.
Once in Kuranda, enjoy up to one hour of free time to explore the charming village, famous for its markets, boutique shops, and unique atmosphere. Afterwards, travel back via the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Your journey includes two stops, where you can disembark among ancient rainforest and take in breathtaking lookout views.
Following your Skyrail experience, a coach will transport you down the scenic Great Barrier Reef Drive to Hartleys Crocodile Adventures. Here, you have ample time to explore the park's boardwalks and pathways winding through lush woodlands and rainforest, viewing iconic Australian wildlife such as koalas, kangaroos, wombats, cassowaries, and reptiles.
Enjoy regular wildlife presentations, including the Wetlands Cruise, Snake Show, Crocodile Attack Show, and Cassowary feeding before relaxing on your return coach to Cairns.
Travelling before Monday 2nd November 2026? Skyrail will be operating a loop experience between Kuranda Terminal and Barron Falls from 19th August to 1st November (5 days a week, Wednesday-Sunday, boarding between 10:00 and 15:30) as part of Stage 1 of our upgrade project. This experience will last for approximately 1 hour, including time at Barron Falls Station, where guests will be able to enjoy the following activities and experiences: Ranger Guided Tours, Interpretive Displays, The Edge Lookout, Historical Precinct and Audio Guide App. As a bonus inclusion all Down Under Tours passengers will receive complimentary entry to Kuranda Birdworld or the Kuranda Koala Gardens during this upgrade period.
Commonly asked questions.
The tour includes return coach transfers from Cairns, the Kuranda Scenic Railway, time to explore Kuranda Village, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, entry to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures and a 25-minute Wetlands boat cruise.
There is approximately one hour of free time in Kuranda Village. This gives you an opportunity to browse the markets, shops and galleries or grab something to eat before continuing to Skyrail.
The historic Kuranda Scenic Railway travels through spectacular rainforest and Barron Gorge, with views of waterfalls, mountains and the surrounding tropical landscape. It is one of the region's most popular ways to reach Kuranda.
Skyrail is a scenic gondola journey over and through the World Heritage-listed Wet Tropics rainforest. The journey includes stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls, where you can explore the rainforest and enjoy spectacular views.
Yes. The tour includes time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls stations. At Red Peak you can visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre and join complimentary guided boardwalk tours when available. At Barron Falls, you can enjoy views from The Edge Lookout.
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is a large wildlife attraction north of Cairns where you can see saltwater crocodiles and a range of native Australian wildlife, including koalas, kangaroos, cassowaries, birds and reptiles.
Yes. A 25-minute Wetlands boat cruise through Hartley's Melaleuca wetlands is included. The wetlands are home to saltwater crocodiles and provide an opportunity to see these animals in their natural-style wetland environment.
As well as crocodiles, Hartley's is home to a variety of Australian wildlife, including koalas, wallabies, cassowaries, birds, reptiles and other native animals.
The Hartley's experience includes wildlife presentations such as the Crocodile Attack Show and Snake Show. These provide an opportunity to learn more about some of North Queensland's most fascinating reptiles.
Lunch is not included in the tour. Hartley's has food and refreshments available for purchase, while the limited free time in Kuranda also provides an opportunity to purchase food before continuing with the tour.
There is several hours to explore Hartley's, with the coach arriving at approximately 1:20pm and departing at approximately 4:45pm. This provides plenty of time to explore the park, see the wildlife presentations and take the Wetlands boat cruise.
Additional info by the operator.
Itinerary
7.00 - 8.00am - Hotel Pick-up
8.50am - Kuranda Scenic Rail
10.25am - Kuranda Village - Approx. 1hr free time
11.30am - Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
12:40pm - Transfer from Skyrail Terminal to Hartley's
1.20pm - Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
4.45pm - Depart Hartley's
5.30 - 6.00pm - Hotel dropoffs
Other Important Info
Lunch and snacks are available for purchase at the onsite Lilypad Café at Hartleys Crocodile Adventures.
Please refer to your travel documents for departure times and boarding locations.
Comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
