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Guided tour
Transfers included
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Explore Cairns’ highlights in one day — meet wildlife, ride the historic Kuranda train, soar on Skyrail, and enjoy Kuranda village.
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Get up close with koalas, wallabies, and wombats while enjoying hands-on wildlife encounters at additional cost.
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Ride the heritage Kuranda Scenic Railway, glide on Skyrail, and enjoy free time in Kuranda village.
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Kuranda Koala Gardens
- Entry to Kuranda Koala Gardens
Scenic Train & Skyrail self-guided Kuranda tour
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Kuranda Scenic Train ticket
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Skyrail Cableway ticket
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Round-trip coach transfer from Skyrail Terminal
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Free time in Kuranda Village
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Wildlife encounters, heritage rail, and Skyrail canopy views — all in one seamless, great-value combo.
Getting started
Your combo ticket gives you entry to Kuranda Koala Gardens and access to the Scenic Train & Skyrail self-guided tour. Simply show your ticket at each attraction — no extra booking required.
What to expect
Kuranda Koala Gardens
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Meet native wildlife: See koalas, wallabies, wombats, gliders, reptiles, and other Australian animals in a safe, naturalistic environment.
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Koala encounter: Pat a koala and take a souvenir photo (extra cost), perfect for families and wildlife enthusiasts.
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Interactive experiences: Learn about each species, their habits, and conservation efforts from informative signage and staff.
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Village atmosphere: Enjoy a relaxed stroll through Kuranda’s boutique rainforest village, with markets, shops, and cafés.
Scenic Train & Skyrail self-guided tour
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Heritage train journey: Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway through lush rainforest, mountain ranges, tunnels, and historic bridges, enjoying commentary about the region’s history.
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Skyrail rainforest canopy: Glide above the treetops on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for panoramic views of waterfalls, gorges, and the vibrant canopy.
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Flexible exploration: Spend free time in Kuranda village exploring markets, local art, cafés, and optional wildlife or butterfly attractions.
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What to bring
Kuranda Koala Gardens
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, and a hat. Bring a refillable water bottle and a light jacket.
Scenic Train & Skyrail self-guided Kuranda tour
- Wear comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, and a hat. Bring a refillable water bottle and a light jacket for the train journey.
What’s not allowed
Scenic Train & Skyrail self-guided Kuranda tour
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed on the Scenic Railway or Skyrail. Smoking is prohibited in all transport vehicles and station areas.
Accessibility
Kuranda Koala Gardens
- The experience is wheelchair and stroller accessible.
Scenic Train & Skyrail self-guided Kuranda tour
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The experience is wheelchair accessible.
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Guide dogs are allowed on this experience.
Additional information
Scenic Train & Skyrail self-guided Kuranda tour
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The Skyrail departs from Smithfield (Cairns) Terminal, whereas the Scenic Rail departs from Freshwater Railway Station.
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Children below 14 must be accompanied by an adult on the Skyrail and Scenic Rail.
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This tour does not include hotel transfers and is for self-drive travelers. Guests must drive to Skyrail’s Smithfield Terminal and park their car at Skyrail Smithfield Terminal before taking a bus transfer to Freshwater Station.
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The Scenic Train takes approximately 2 hours, while the Skyrail journey takes around 1.5 hours, including stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls.
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Kuranda attractions (wildlife parks, markets, and other experiences) are not included and can be purchased separately upon arrival.
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