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Explore the tropical allure of Cairns with our handpicked tickets and tours. This spring break, visit the Great Barrier Reef, trek through ancient rainforests, and immerse in rich Aboriginal culture with your family.
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Slide 1 of 12, Kuranda Scenic Railway train crossing bridge with waterfall in background, Queensland, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train crossing bridge with waterfall in background, Queensland, Australia.

From Cairns: Scenic Train & Skyrail Self-Guided Kuranda Tour

5 hrs 55 mins
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  • Opt for this self-guided tour of Kuranda with scenic railway and skyrail tickets with round-trip coach transfers from Skyrail Terminal.
  • Pass through hand-carved tunnels on the historic Kuranda Science Railway and glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail, with stops at Red Peak for complimentary ranger-guided tours.
  • Explore Kuranda Village at your own pace, browsing local markets, cafés, and wildlife sanctuaries like Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (entry at own expense).
  • Choose to upgrade your ticket to get a one-way Skyrail or one-way scenic train ticket for your convenience.
  • Did you know? The Scenic Railway is over 130 years old. It was originally built to connect Cairns to the Atherton Tablelands and support mining and agriculture.
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  • Opt for this self-guided tour of Kuranda with scenic railway and skyrail tickets with round-trip coach transfers from Skyrail Terminal.
  • Pass through hand-carved tunnels on the historic Kuranda Science Railway and glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail, with stops at Red Peak for complimentary ranger-guided tours.
  • Explore Kuranda Village at your own pace, browsing local markets, cafés, and wildlife sanctuaries like Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (entry at own expense).
  • Choose to upgrade your ticket to get a one-way Skyrail or one-way scenic train ticket for your convenience.
  • Did you know? The Scenic Railway is over 130 years old. It was originally built to connect Cairns to the Atherton Tablelands and support mining and agriculture.
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AU$185
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Cairns Aquarium Tickets

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  • See over 16,000 animals from Queensland’s rich ecosystems, including crocodiles, reef sharks, and freshwater fish.

  • Explore 10 animal habitats, from the Wet Tropics to the Coral Sea, inside one of Australia’s largest aquariums.

  • Walk through a 20-meter tunnel, gaze up at a 10-meter deep reef tank, and enjoy a 360-degree Oceanarium.

  • Attend daily ecosystem presentations and animal feeding sessions included with your ticket.

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  • See over 16,000 animals from Queensland’s rich ecosystems, including crocodiles, reef sharks, and freshwater fish.

  • Explore 10 animal habitats, from the Wet Tropics to the Coral Sea, inside one of Australia’s largest aquariums.

  • Walk through a 20-meter tunnel, gaze up at a 10-meter deep reef tank, and enjoy a 360-degree Oceanarium.

  • Attend daily ecosystem presentations and animal feeding sessions included with your ticket.

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AU$61
Slide 1 of 13, Person overlooking ocean and lush hills on Fitzroy Island adventure trail.
Person overlooking ocean and lush hills on Fitzroy Island adventure trail.

Cairns to Fitzroy Island Full Day Cruise with Activity Upgrades

6 hrs - 8 hrs 30 mins
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  • Spend a full day exploring Fitzroy Island with round-trip cruise, snorkel gear or glass-bottom boat tour, and access to rainforest trails.

  • Discover vibrant marine life with ample time to snorkel at Welcome Bay, under the jetty, and Nudey Beach—Australia’s top-rated beach.

  • Hike rainforest trails to the Summit or Lighthouse track for sweeping island and reef views, or relax on pristine coral beaches.

  • Learn from an onboard reef presentation and visit the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre to deepen your understanding of island ecology.

  • Choose variants with snorkel safaris, kayak tours, or helmet diving to customize your adventure and enhance your reef experience.

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  • Spend a full day exploring Fitzroy Island with round-trip cruise, snorkel gear or glass-bottom boat tour, and access to rainforest trails.

  • Discover vibrant marine life with ample time to snorkel at Welcome Bay, under the jetty, and Nudey Beach—Australia’s top-rated beach.

  • Hike rainforest trails to the Summit or Lighthouse track for sweeping island and reef views, or relax on pristine coral beaches.

  • Learn from an onboard reef presentation and visit the Turtle Rehabilitation Centre to deepen your understanding of island ecology.

  • Choose variants with snorkel safaris, kayak tours, or helmet diving to customize your adventure and enhance your reef experience.

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AU$108
Slide 1 of 6, Visitors swinging from a high platform amidst lush greenery and blue sky.
Visitors swinging from a high platform amidst lush greenery and blue sky.

Giant Swing - Skypark Cairns by AJ Hackett

30 mins

  • Soar above the average and reach speeds of up to 120km per hour in just 3.5 seconds with the Giant Swing.

  • Swoop through Australia’s only multi-person swing that stretches the limit of gravity and experience extreme speed and acceleration together.

  • Get a stunning view of the Cairns rainforest, and the hillside and make your way through the trees!

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  • Soar above the average and reach speeds of up to 120km per hour in just 3.5 seconds with the Giant Swing.

  • Swoop through Australia’s only multi-person swing that stretches the limit of gravity and experience extreme speed and acceleration together.

  • Get a stunning view of the Cairns rainforest, and the hillside and make your way through the trees!

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AU$129
Slide 1 of 14, Aerial view of a pontoon with tourists in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
Aerial view of a pontoon with tourists in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia.

[Latest Pontoon] From Cairns: Outer Reef Snorkel Cruise with Pontoon Activities & Lunch by Reef Magic

8 hrs - 9 hrs
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  • Experience a complete reef adventure on the newest all‑weather pontoon at the outer reef, where clearer waters and vibrant coral create a truly immersive setting.

  • Benefit from a friendly, locally owned Cairns crew known for personalised service and access to premium snorkelling and diving equipment.

  • Enjoy diverse water activities: a glass‑bottom boat tour, talks by a marine biologist, plus the option to add a guided snorkel or an introductory scuba dive.

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  • Experience a complete reef adventure on the newest all‑weather pontoon at the outer reef, where clearer waters and vibrant coral create a truly immersive setting.

  • Benefit from a friendly, locally owned Cairns crew known for personalised service and access to premium snorkelling and diving equipment.

  • Enjoy diverse water activities: a glass‑bottom boat tour, talks by a marine biologist, plus the option to add a guided snorkel or an introductory scuba dive.

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AU$360
Slide 1 of 11, Person ziplining through Daintree Rainforest, surrounded by lush greenery.
Person ziplining through Daintree Rainforest, surrounded by lush greenery.

Treetops Adventure Zipline Cape Tribulation Canopy Tour

2 hrs

  • Go on a thrilling rainforest ziplining adventure with a fully guided 2-hour tour through the treetops.

  • Soar above the canopy on multiple ziplines, including a 130 m-long dual zipline, with elevated platforms and sweeping rainforest views.

  • Zip with expert instructors providing full safety briefings, personalised guidance, and all safety equipment at no extra cost.

  • Explore the rainforest on a guided treetops walk, featuring an interpretive talk that reveals the area’s unique wildlife, plant life, and ancient ecology.

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  • Go on a thrilling rainforest ziplining adventure with a fully guided 2-hour tour through the treetops.

  • Soar above the canopy on multiple ziplines, including a 130 m-long dual zipline, with elevated platforms and sweeping rainforest views.

  • Zip with expert instructors providing full safety briefings, personalised guidance, and all safety equipment at no extra cost.

  • Explore the rainforest on a guided treetops walk, featuring an interpretive talk that reveals the area’s unique wildlife, plant life, and ancient ecology.

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AU$145
Slide 1 of 13, Train crossing a bridge near a waterfall and two koalas on a tree branch in a zoo.
Train crossing a bridge near a waterfall and two koalas on a tree branch in a zoo.

Combo (Save 5%) : Kuranda Koala Gardens Tickets + From Cairns: Scenic Train & Skyrail Self-Guided Kuranda Tour

Explore at your pace
Transfers available
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  • Explore Cairns’ highlights in one day — meet wildlife, ride the historic Kuranda train, soar on Skyrail, and enjoy Kuranda village.
  • Get up close with koalas, wallabies, and wombats while enjoying hands-on wildlife encounters at additional cost.
  • Ride the heritage Kuranda Scenic Railway, glide on Skyrail, and enjoy free time in Kuranda village.
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  • Explore Cairns’ highlights in one day — meet wildlife, ride the historic Kuranda train, soar on Skyrail, and enjoy Kuranda village.
  • Get up close with koalas, wallabies, and wombats while enjoying hands-on wildlife encounters at additional cost.
  • Ride the heritage Kuranda Scenic Railway, glide on Skyrail, and enjoy free time in Kuranda village.
from Original priceAU$209
AU$198.55

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Slide 1 of 11, People in cable car enjoying Kuranda Skyrail view over rainforest, Cairns, Australia.
People in cable car enjoying Kuranda Skyrail view over rainforest, Cairns, Australia.

Combo (Save 5%): From Cairns: Scenic Train & Skyrail Kuranda Tour with Transfers + Cairns Aquarium Tickets

Explore at your pace
Transfers available
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  • Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Cableway with round-trip transfers from Cairns.

  • Get all-day access to Cairns Aquarium with 16,000+ animals across 10 vibrant ecosystems.

  • Perfect combo: Rainforest adventures and marine encounters for families and nature lovers.

  • Travel through Kuranda tunnels on the historic rail, then glide over the rainforest on a 7.5km cableway.

  • Walk a 20m underwater tunnel, see a 10m deep reef tank, and explore the 360° Oceanarium at Cairns.

  • 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.

  • Get all-day access to Cairns Aquarium with 16,000+ animals across 10 vibrant ecosystems.

  • Perfect combo: Rainforest adventures and marine encounters for families and nature lovers.

  • Travel through Kuranda tunnels on the historic rail, then glide over the rainforest on a 7.5km cableway.

  • Walk a 20m underwater tunnel, see a 10m deep reef tank, and explore the 360° Oceanarium at Cairns.

  • Fun fact: Skyrail is the world’s longest gondola ride over a World Heritage-listed rainforest.

from Original priceAU$266
AU$252.70

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    Lisa W

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    Jun 2026

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    Victor was knowledgeable, pleasant and very organised. He was courteous and thorough. A great asset to this business. The day was relaxed, unrushed and extremely enjoyable. I recommend the day trip to all ages.

    Combo: From Cairns: Scenic Train & Skyrail Kuranda Tour with Transfers + Cairns Aquarium Tickets

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