Skyrail from Cairns to Kuranda

Highlights

• Float over and through the rainforest for 7.5 km
• Stop off at two mid-stations
• Views of rainforest, Coral Sea and the Cairns Highlands
• Pass over the Barron Gorge and Falls

Description

You will be collected from your accommodation in Cairns before embarking on a breathtaking journey that takes you over and through Australia’s amazing Tropical Rainforest, which is situated in the Barron Gorge National Park and has earned its World Heritage listing.

The 7.5 km long Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is equipped with cosy gondolas accommodating up to six passengers, which float mere metres over and through the rainforest canopy, giving you uninterrupted views of the rainforest, the Coral Sea, Cairns’ tropical region and the Cairns Highlands. Your Skyrail experience enables you to spend some time at two mid-stations, at which you’ll find out more about the wonders of the rainforest from the forest floor.

At Red Peak Station, take a guided tour on the boardwalk led by the Skyrail’s rangers, who will teach you lots about the ancient rainforest as you pass magnificent buttress roots, age-old Kauri Pines and wait-a-while palms creeping skywards. At Red Peak Station, you can also learn more about the flora and fauna of the rainforest with specially prepared displays and touch tables.

At Barron Falls Station, explore the rainforest with ease via walkways that are easy to access, and which you can follow to three different lookouts, each offering astounding views of spectacular Barron Gorge and Falls. Drop by the Rainforest Interpretation Centre, which was developed by Skyrail hand in hand with CSIRO, and which is equipped with touch screen computers as well as an audio-visual presentation that’s interactive and informative, enabling you to learn about the fascinating rainforest environment in an enjoyable manner.

Once you arrive in Kuranda (the village in the rainforest), you can leisurely take in the highlights of this special village. If the belly begins to rumble, there are cafes and restaurants where you can purchase food.

One of Australia’s best experiences for locals and visitors alike. Skyrail strives to be as accessible as possible and can be enjoyed by people of any age and with any levels of ability. Nowhere else in the world can such a special experience in the rainforest be enjoyed.

Located a mere 15 minutes from Cairns city, Skyrail is in operation every day but Christmas Day and days when maintenance is scheduled.

Trip Includes

• Return accommodation transfers from Cairns 
• 7.5 km cableway journey each way over and through Australia’s Tropical Rainforests
• Rainforest boardwalks, with interpretive signage
• Guided Ranger tours at Red Peak Station
• Entry to the Rainforest Interpretation Centre at Barron Falls Station
• Lookouts & historical displays at Barron Falls Station
• Trip Guides available in 11 languages
• Discount vouchers to some of Kuranda's popular attractions
• Detailed itinerary and map of Kuranda
• Time to explore Kuranda Village

Duration

• Allow 6hrs

Departures

• 9:00 am, 11 am & 12:30 pm from Cairns accommodation
• Operates daily all year

Other Information

• The Skyrail journey takes approximately 1.5 hours each way including stopping off at the two mid-stations at Red Peak & Barron Falls. Actual travel time in the gondola is about 30 minutes each way
• Each gondola seats up to 6 people
• Child rates (4-14yrs) & family rates available
• You will have free time to walk around Kuranda
• Food, drinks & gift shops available in Kuranda
• Skyrail provides complimentary umbrellas at both rainforest mid-stations, ensuring guests can maximise their rainforest experience rain or shine
• Skyrail & Kuranda Railway Combo also available with the option to self-drive or transfers

Normal Retail Price

• Skyrail Return (with transfers):
  • Adult (15yrs+) AUD$147.00
  • child (4-14yrs) AUD$78.00
  • Family (2ad+2ch) AUD$395.00