Tours/Cairns and the Tropical North/Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Palm Cove
Viator · group up to 60 pax

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Palm Cove

4.8(5)Cairns and the Tropical North1 hour
VIATOR4.7(3)TRIPADVISOR5.0(2)

Description

Enjoy the wonders of Australia’s Tropical Rainforests with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the Kuranda Scenic Railway on this day trip from Palm Cove.

Tour Options

Coach Tour and Scenic Rail
  • Coach Tour and Scenic Rail: Operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026. Free Kuranda Wildlife Park: Includes BONUS entry voucher into either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens! Pickup included
Sky/Rail
  • Travel to Kuranda on Skyrail, free time in Kuranda, return on the Scenic Railway (approx. 10 hours) Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included90 min

Glide over and through the canopy of the ancient rainforest and marvel at the spectacular views from Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. There are two stops along this gondola journey where you can alight and explore the rainforest from within.

Pass by

Down Under Tour is the largest day tour operator in the Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region.

Admission included90 min

Take a journey on this heritage railway line that winds through the Rainforest, on a mountain between Kuranda and Freshwater Station.

60 min

Explore the quaint rainforest village of Kuranda, and their local heritage markets. Free time varies depending on the option booked.

Pass by

Take a journey through the ancient rainforest in Barron Gorge National Park. Journey via Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, and Kuranda Scenic Rail.

Pass by

Take in the amazing views of the might Barron Falls from both Skyrail and the Scenic Rail.

Highlights

Kuranda Scenic Railway
Pickup and drop off
One way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

What's included

Included
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Pickup and drop off
One way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Not included
Food and drinks (unless specified)
Birdworld entrance (approx. AUD19.00/adult, AUD9.50/child)
Butterfly Sanctuary entrance (approx. AUD20.00/adult, AUD10.00/child)
Kuranda Koala Gardens entrance (approx. AUD19.00/adult and AUD9.50/child)
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Pickup Locations & Times

Pickups are available from selected Palm Cove and Trinity Beach locations. Please contact the operator to re-confirm your pickup location and time.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(5)

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Jenni_C
June 12, 2023
One of the best ways to enjoy in one day, one of the most beautiful parts of Queensland!

Most memorable were: the friendliness and good comms of the bus driver, the friendliness and professionalism of the Sky Rail operators, the lush beauty of the area, the grand design and build of both the Sky Rail and Scenic Rail in their different eras, and the nostalgia of being on the Scenic Railway again - much enjoyed always in my childhood.

Operator response

Hi Jenni. We are so happy you enjoyed your trip down memory lane in Tropical North Queensland. Thanks for the review!

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E5044JYcourtneya
January 11, 2023
10/10 Daintree experience

Truly one of the greatest travel experience there is. This tour is not to be missed. The sky rail offers breathtaking views from above!

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Catherine_F
October 8, 2022
Wonderful experience but train ride on way down was a bit long.

Going up on the cable car and looking out at the magnificent views. We also enjoyed visiting the markets at Kuranda.

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Operator response

We are pleased you had a great day in the Kuranda markets and on Skyrail on the way up. Travelling over the rainforest is so serene. The 1.5-hour train ride is also novel, with all its history and the views. Glad you had a great day.

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NorryCon
July 16, 2018
A great Day Out!

What a great day we had with our family starting with the sky rail and it's stunning views and returning on the scenic train route from Kuranda. All organised by the fabulous team at Downunder Tours. All parts of the day ran to schedule with friendly staff, meeting and greeting throughout the day. They really seemed so passionate and interested in there work. I highly recommend Downunder Tours if you're interested in a holiday in this beautiful part of the world.

Operator response

Hi NorryCon, Thank you for taking the time to let us know about your day - we are thrilled to hear that you and your family had a fantastic day together! Thank you for acknowledging our fantastic staff - we all love what we do and being able to give our passengers a memorable experience. Thank you again, and we hope that you and your family enjoyed the remainder of your holiday! Safe travels, Kirby #downundertours

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