Kuranda is the most popular rainforest tour in Cairns, and this is because Kuranda is surrounded by the World Heritage Rainforest and Barron Gorge National Park. The rainforest is about 120 million years old.
Kuranda Village is very little and pretty and it is located 25 km northwest of Cairns or 45 minutes by car. But the best way to get to Kuranda Village is travelling by the skyrail or the train, this way travellers get to see and experience the Kuranda rainforest.
In this package customers travel up to Kuranda Village on the skyrail and return to Cairns on the train. This is the perfect combo so travellers don't miss out on anything. Only pick up from hotels and accommodations are included in the day package. Travellers travel back on the train all the way to Cairns Central Train Station located in the city, so perfect for those who are staying somewhere in the city centre.
Kuranda is also famous for its market and wildlife parks located in the village. Everyday visitors can find stalls selling aboriginal arts, souvenirs, local produce and much more.The wildlife parks available in Kuranda are: Butterfly Sanctuary, Birdworld Kuranda, Koala Gardens and The Rainforestation. Tickets can be purchased at the parks, or organised in advance. Have a look at other Kuranda packages on our Kuranda page list.
There are many departure times available to Kuranda so customers can do a full day tour or half day tour. See all Itinerary options below.
Upgrade your experience to Diamond View Gondala for the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway:
The Diamond View Gondala provides a glass floor for an extra view of the Rainforest. Visitors will love the experience of looking straight down to the forest below but also enjoy the panoramic view around them. There are 11 Diamond View Gondolas available and each one can carry a maximum of 5 passengers departing 7 minutes apart from each other. It is a great experience.
The upgrade to Diamond View Gondala can only be organised directly with the skyrail station on the day of travel.
Upgrade your experience to Gold Class Option for the Scenic Train:
The Golden Class offers travellers VIP treatment. The Golden Class upgrade features are: Quality refreshments (including sparkling Australian wine, beer, orange juice, soft drink, ice water, mocktails, tea, coffee); appetisers; a chilled refresher towel during the journey; a dedicated host service to all guests and individual seating in a lounge-style chairs. Travellers also receive a gift pack including a Kuranda Scenic Railway badge, pen, postcard and postage.
Golden Class upgrade can be organised in advance.Please select this option at “extra activities” at the time of booking.
Please see below closure dates for the Skyrail and Train.
Skyrail Closure Dates:
13 - 19 May / 4 - 10 September / 25th December
Train Closure Dates:
13 - 17 May / 10 - 12 June / 6 - 8 November
Tourism Cairns works with family and group discounts. Please email us for a quote.
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 08:15 | Coach pick up from hotels |
| 09:45 | Skyrail departs from the Station |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Kuranda Village | |
| 11:20 | Skyrail arrives in Kuranda |
| Free time to explore Kuranda Village | |
| 14:00 | Kuranda train departs to Cairns |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Cairns Central, Cairns | |
| 15:30 | Train arrives at Freshwater Station |
| 15:50 | Train arrives at Cairns Central |
| Clients to make their own way back to the hotel | |
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 08:15 | Coach pick up from hotels |
| 09:45 | Skyrail departs from the Station |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Kuranda Village | |
| 11:20 | Skyrail arrives in Kuranda |
| Free time to explore Kuranda Village | |
| 15:30 | Kuranda train departs to Cairns |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Cairns Central, Cairns | |
| 17:00 | Train arrives at Freshwater Station |
| 17:20 | Train arrives at Cairns Central |
| Clients to make their own way back to the hotel | |
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 10:15 | Coach pick up from hotels |
| 11:00 | Skyrail departs the station |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Kuranda Village | |
| 12:30 | Skyrail arrives in Kuranda |
| Free time to explore Kuranda Village | |
| 14:00 | Kuranda train departs to Cairns |
| Travel time is 1hour & 30 minutes to Cairns Central, Cairns | |
| 15:30 | Train arrives at Freshwater Station |
| 15:50 | Train arrives at Cairns Central |
| Clients to make their own way back to the hotel | |
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 10:15 | Coach pick up from hotels |
| 11:00 | Skyrail departs the station |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Kuranda Village | |
| 12:30 | Skyrail arrives in Kuranda |
| Free time to explore Kuranda Village | |
| 15:30 | Kuranda train departs to Cairns |
| Travel time is 1hour & 30 minutes to Cairns Central, Cairns | |
| 17:00 | Train arrives at Freshwater Station |
| 17:20 | Train arrives at Cairns Central |
| Clients to make their own way back to the hotel | |
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 11:15 | Coach pick up from hotels |
| 12:30 | Skyrail departs the station |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Kuranda Village | |
| 14:00 | Skyrail arrives in Kuranda |
| Free time to explore Kuranda Village | |
| 15:30 | Kuranda train departs to Cairns |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Cairns Central, Cairns | |
| 17:00 | Train arrives at Freshwater Station |
| 17:20 | Train arrives at Cairns Central |
| Clients to make their own way back to the hotel | |
| Time | Description |
|---|---|
| 13:15 | Coach pick up from hotels |
| 14:00 | Skyrail departs the station |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Kuranda Village | |
| 15:30 | Skyrail arrives in Kuranda |
| Passengers to cross the road and board the train - No free time to explore Kuranda Village | |
| 15:30 | Kuranda train departs to Cairns |
| Travel time is 1 hour & 30 minutes to Cairns Central, Cairns | |
| 17:00 | Train arrives at Freshwater Station |
| 17:20 | Train arrives at Cairns Central |
| Clients to make their own way back to the hotel | |
| Season: 2024 - 2025 Rates | Dates: 1st April 2024 - 31st March 2025 | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Itinerary 1 (2hrs e 30min in Kuranda) |
$152.00 per adult $78.00 per child $385.00 per family |
|
| Itinerary 2 (4hrs in Kuranda) |
$152.00 per adult $78.00 per child $385.00 per family |
|
| Itinerary 3 (1hr 30min in Kuranda) |
$152.00 per adult $78.00 per child $385.00 per family |
|
| Itinerary 4 (3hrs in Kuranda) |
$152.00 per adult $78.00 per child $385.00 per family |
|
| Itinerary 5 (1hr 30min in Kuranda) |
$152.00 per adult $78.00 per child $385.00 per family |
|
| Itinerary 6 (no free time in Kuranda) |
$152.00 per adult $78.00 per child $385.00 per family |
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| Additional Extras | Dates: 1st April 2024 - 31st March 2025 | |
| Train Golden Class Upgrade | $55.00 per adult / $55.00 per child / $220.00 per family | |
| Skyrail upgrade to diamond view | $30.00 per adult / $15.00 per child / $90.00 per family | |
Age: Adult age: 15 yrs + / Child age: 4-14 years inclusive.
Family Price: 2 Adults & 2 Children.
Great Kuranda tour combination.
Visitors travel by the scenic railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and also visit the Rainforestation, which is a 40 hectare park surrounded by beautiful rainforest and tropical gardens with many activities available.
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is simply the best place to see crocodiles. Enjoy the entertaining and educational wildlife presentations, take a boat cruise on Hartley’s lagoon to see crocodiles and other wildlife on their melaleuca wetland.
Discover where Australia begins at Tjapukai. Clients will enjoy a unique cultural experience with performance, dance, food and arts. Afterwards visitors catch the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to Kuranda and then the Scenic Railway back to Cairns in the afternoon.
Booking fees: Tourism Cairns do not charge any booking fees.
Deposit and final payment: At Tourism Cairns clients are required to pay a deposit only at the time of booking. Final payment is to be completed 48 hours prior to departure or on the day of travel, depending on each tour operator's policy.
Cancellation by the traveller: If the tour is cancelled by the client up to 7 days prior to departure, a full refund is applicable. If the tour is cancelled by the client 7 days prior to departure, the deposit amount might be retained. If the tour is cancelled by the client 48 hours prior to departure, 100% cancellation fee may apply.
Booking amendments: If the date of a tour needs to be changed, Tourism Cairns must be notified in writing by the client up to 48 hours prior to the tour date.