Experience Far North Queensland with hotel pick-up, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, stops to explore the rainforest, Kuranda Scenic Rail journey through Barron Gorge and waterfalls, and hotel return. Boarding Pass and tickets included.
Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway at either 9.45am or 11am
Enjoy two stops along the Skyrail to explore the rainforest
Experience the historic Kuranda Scenic Rail journey from Kuranda to Freshwater Station
Hotel pick-up and return included
Pass spectacular waterfalls and the beautiful Barron Gorge
Kuranda Boarding Pass with detailed itinerary and tickets included
What’s included
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Kuranda Boarding Pass with detailed itinerary
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway tickets
Kuranda Scenic Rail tickets
Return transfer from Freshwater Station to your hotel
Overview
Discover the unique beauty of Far North Queensland with the Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Rail Experience. Begin your day as an experienced driver collects you from your hotel, providing you with a Kuranda Boarding Pass that includes your itinerary and all necessary tickets for the day.
Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway at your allocated time (9.45am or 11am) and glide over and through the world's oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest. Two stops along the way invite you to step off, explore the fascinating rainforest environment, and take in panoramic views.
Once you reach Kuranda, head to Kuranda Station and board the historic Kuranda Scenic Rail. Relax as the train winds from Kuranda to Freshwater Station, passing breathtaking waterfalls and through the iconic Barron Gorge.
After arriving at Freshwater Station, a convenient bus transfer will return you to your hotel. The detailed written itinerary is available in six languages, ensuring a smooth and informative journey.
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 transfers from Cairns to Freshwater Station, the Kuranda Scenic Railway, free time to explore Kuranda Village and your selected Skyrail Rainforest Cableway journey back towards Cairns.
This tour option uses the 2:00pm Kuranda Scenic Railway departure for the return journey. Your exact train details will be provided with your Kuranda Boarding Pass.
Yes. We have Skyrail departures available at 9.45am or 11am, allowing you to select the departure that best suits your plans.
Yes. The Skyrail experience includes time at Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, where you can explore the rainforest, visit lookouts and enjoy views across the Barron Gorge and waterfalls.
Lunch is not included. You have free time in Kuranda to purchase lunch from one of the village's cafés, restaurants or other food outlets.
Additional info by the operator.
8.30am/9.30am - Pickup from your Cairns accommodation
9:45am or 11:00am - Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for the journey up to Kuranda
Travel over and through the World Heritage-listed rainforest, with time to explore Red Peak and Barron Falls stations
11.15am / 12.30pm - Arrive in Kuranda Village
2:00pm - Depart Kuranda aboard the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway
3:45pm - Arrive at Freshwater Station and transfer back to Cairns
4:15pm - Return to your Cairns accommodation
Your Kuranda Boarding Pass provides a detailed itinerary and all required tickets. The itinerary is available in six languages. Please proceed to the boarding area at your allocated times as indicated on your itinerary.