Kuranda Scenic Railway Tickets
A heritage railway that dates back to the late 1800s, riding this historic train is like stepping back in time, providing a unique opportunity to experience the charm of a bygone era. Passing through the Barron Gorge National Park, discover breathtaking tropical landscapes while you learn about the traditions and customs of the local Aboriginal people.
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Enjoy the best of Kuranda in one day with a Skyrail ride, the scenic rail, and stress-free hotel transfers from Cairns.
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Travel on the 120-year-old Scenic Rail through tunnels and glide over the lush rainforest canopy on the cableway with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls.
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Wander through Kuranda Heritage Markets, artisan shops, and cafes, or relax in the heart of this rainforest retreat.
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Upgrade to a guided tour for expert insights into Kuranda’s culture and discounted entry to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld & Kuranda Koala Gardens.
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Did you know? The Skyrail is the world’s longest rainforest cableway, stretching over 7.5 kilometers above the rainforest canopy.
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Enjoy the best of Kuranda in one day with a Skyrail ride, the scenic rail, and stress-free hotel transfers from Cairns.
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Travel on the 120-year-old Scenic Rail through tunnels and glide over the lush rainforest canopy on the cableway with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls.
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Wander through Kuranda Heritage Markets, artisan shops, and cafes, or relax in the heart of this rainforest retreat.
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Upgrade to a guided tour for expert insights into Kuranda’s culture and discounted entry to Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld & Kuranda Koala Gardens.
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Did you know? The Skyrail is the world’s longest rainforest cableway, stretching over 7.5 kilometers above the rainforest canopy.
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Travel in Gold Class on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, with lounge seating, dedicated host service, and premium refreshments.
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Glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail Cableway, with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls for boardwalk walks, scenic lookouts, and ranger-guided talks.
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Enjoy free time in Kuranda Village, exploring markets, visiting wildlife sanctuaries, or relaxing at a café.
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Hassle-free experience with round-trip hotel transfers included from Cairns accommodations.
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Did you know? Kuranda’s Butterfly Sanctuary has Australia's largest butterfly aviary.
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Travel in Gold Class on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, with lounge seating, dedicated host service, and premium refreshments.
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Glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail Cableway, with stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls for boardwalk walks, scenic lookouts, and ranger-guided talks.
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Enjoy free time in Kuranda Village, exploring markets, visiting wildlife sanctuaries, or relaxing at a café.
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Hassle-free experience with round-trip hotel transfers included from Cairns accommodations.
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Did you know? Kuranda’s Butterfly Sanctuary has Australia's largest butterfly aviary.
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Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway, traveling through hand-carved tunnels, mountain bridges, and lush rainforest with views of Barron Falls and Stoney Creek.
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Glide above the rainforest on Skyrail, stopping at Red Peak and Barron Falls for boardwalk walks, scenic lookouts, and ranger-guided talks.
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Explore Rainforestation Nature Park, where you’ll see native Australian wildlife, and ride an amphibious Army Duck through the rainforest.
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Upgrade your ticket to enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch at Rainforestation Nature Park.
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Did you know? The Koala and Wildlife Park is home to the Southern Cassowary, the world’s most dangerous bird.
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Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway, traveling through hand-carved tunnels, mountain bridges, and lush rainforest with views of Barron Falls and Stoney Creek.
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Glide above the rainforest on Skyrail, stopping at Red Peak and Barron Falls for boardwalk walks, scenic lookouts, and ranger-guided talks.
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Explore Rainforestation Nature Park, where you’ll see native Australian wildlife, and ride an amphibious Army Duck through the rainforest.
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Upgrade your ticket to enjoy a delicious BBQ lunch at Rainforestation Nature Park.
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Did you know? The Koala and Wildlife Park is home to the Southern Cassowary, the world’s most dangerous bird.
- Soar over turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and isolated sand cays for an unrivaled bird’s‑eye view of the outer Great Barrier Reef.
- Enjoy the comfort of a modern, air‑conditioned high‑wing aircraft with spacious, guaranteed window seats.
- Get expert live commentary and learn more about iconic landmarks like Green Island and Arlington Reef.
- Capture breathtaking photo opportunities of intricate reef formations, dramatic continental shelf edges, and abundant marine life.
- Perfect for families, adventure seekers, and photography lovers looking for a unique perspective of the Great Barrier Reef.
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- Soar over turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and isolated sand cays for an unrivaled bird’s‑eye view of the outer Great Barrier Reef.
- Enjoy the comfort of a modern, air‑conditioned high‑wing aircraft with spacious, guaranteed window seats.
- Get expert live commentary and learn more about iconic landmarks like Green Island and Arlington Reef.
- Capture breathtaking photo opportunities of intricate reef formations, dramatic continental shelf edges, and abundant marine life.
- Perfect for families, adventure seekers, and photography lovers looking for a unique perspective of the Great Barrier Reef.
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Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Cableway with round-trip transfers from Cairns.
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Get all-day access to Cairns Aquarium with 16,000+ animals across 10 vibrant ecosystems.
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Perfect combo: Rainforest adventures and marine encounters for families and nature lovers.
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Travel through Kuranda tunnels on the historic rail, then glide over the rainforest on a 7.5km cableway.
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Walk a 20m underwater tunnel, see a 10m deep reef tank, and explore the 360° Oceanarium at Cairns.
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Fun fact: Skyrail is the world’s longest gondola ride over a World Heritage-listed rainforest.
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Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Cableway with round-trip transfers from Cairns.
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Get all-day access to Cairns Aquarium with 16,000+ animals across 10 vibrant ecosystems.
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Perfect combo: Rainforest adventures and marine encounters for families and nature lovers.
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Travel through Kuranda tunnels on the historic rail, then glide over the rainforest on a 7.5km cableway.
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Walk a 20m underwater tunnel, see a 10m deep reef tank, and explore the 360° Oceanarium at Cairns.
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Fun fact: Skyrail is the world’s longest gondola ride over a World Heritage-listed rainforest.
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Gaze out at Australia's pristine tropical rainforests from high up in the sky on a fun cableway ride.
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Spanning over 7.5 kilometers, you're guaranteed striking views of the Barron Gorge National Park.
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Experience an adventure-filled exploration of Red Peak and Barron Falls with walkways, boardwalk tours, and stellar lookout points. Choose between a 1.5hr one-way or a 2.5-hr round-trip journey.
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Situated just 15 minutes north of Cairns and 50 minutes south of Port Douglas, you'll find Skyrail's Smithfield terminal, the gateway to your Skyrail experience.
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Ride on a diamond-view gondola with glass flooring, making for an ideal sightseeing experience.
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Your informative app lets you see augmented reality rainforest animals in front of you.
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Choose from one-way, round-trip, and diamond-view gondola cableway rides.
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Gaze out at Australia's pristine tropical rainforests from high up in the sky on a fun cableway ride.
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Spanning over 7.5 kilometers, you're guaranteed striking views of the Barron Gorge National Park.
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Experience an adventure-filled exploration of Red Peak and Barron Falls with walkways, boardwalk tours, and stellar lookout points. Choose between a 1.5hr one-way or a 2.5-hr round-trip journey.
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Situated just 15 minutes north of Cairns and 50 minutes south of Port Douglas, you'll find Skyrail's Smithfield terminal, the gateway to your Skyrail experience.
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Ride on a diamond-view gondola with glass flooring, making for an ideal sightseeing experience.
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Your informative app lets you see augmented reality rainforest animals in front of you.
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Choose from one-way, round-trip, and diamond-view gondola cableway rides.
- Take a scenic rail journey, hop aboard the Skyrail, explore Kuranda’s charm, and see crocs—all with hassle-free transfers and lots of free time!
- Wind through canefields on the scenic train and see lush treetops on the cableway, with stops for views of Barron Falls.
- With hotel pick-up and drop-off included, spend an hour wandering Kuranda’s quirky markets, boutique shops, and local cafés stress-free.
- Explore Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, where you’ll witness thrilling croc shows, get close to dangerous reptiles, and take a boat tour of the wetlands.
- Did you know? Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures started as a tea house for motorists traveling between Cairns and Mossman in 1934.
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- Take a scenic rail journey, hop aboard the Skyrail, explore Kuranda’s charm, and see crocs—all with hassle-free transfers and lots of free time!
- Wind through canefields on the scenic train and see lush treetops on the cableway, with stops for views of Barron Falls.
- With hotel pick-up and drop-off included, spend an hour wandering Kuranda’s quirky markets, boutique shops, and local cafés stress-free.
- Explore Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, where you’ll witness thrilling croc shows, get close to dangerous reptiles, and take a boat tour of the wetlands.
- Did you know? Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures started as a tea house for motorists traveling between Cairns and Mossman in 1934.
Similar things to do in Cairns
- While Australia is known worldwide for its beaches, the continent also has numerous other natural wonders spread across. Enjoy a scenic train ride that takes you through one of the oldest rainforests in the world - the Wet Tropics - and through the World Heritage-listed Barron Gorge National Park. Catch a glimpse of the ravines, waterfalls and gorges on this route the next time you’re in Cairns. Read on to learn about your various ticket options and other information to plan your visit.
- After reaching your destination, there are various activities to keep you occupied throughout the day.
Art
The village attracted a mostly hippie crowd in the earlier days, and continues its music traditions from those days. Watch out for street performers while exploring the village.Markets
The two outdoor markets are known for their collection of locally made food, clothing and jewellery, wood carvings, leatherwork, ceramics, gemstones and indigenous art.Explore wildlife
Pay a visit to the Kuranda Butterfly Sanctuary or the Rainforest Nature Park to spend some time with the wildlife while in the area.
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