Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Description

Embark on a breathtaking journey that takes you through and above Australia’s amazing Tropical Rainforest, which is situated in the Barron Gorge National Park and has earned World Heritage listing.

The 7.5 km long Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is equipped with cozy gondolas accommodating up to six passengers, which float mere metres above 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.

One of Australia’s best experiences for locals and visitors alike, Skyrail won the Qantas Australian Tourism Award for Excellence in Sustainable Tourism in 2008. 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 and a 50 minute journey from Port Douglas, Skyrail is in operation every day but Christmas Day and days when maintenance is scheduled.

Trip Includes

• Return accommodation transfers from Cairns or Port Douglas
• 7.5km cableway journey each way 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
• 2 - 3 hours free time at Kuranda (no free time if booking the 1.30pm departure)

Duration

• Allow 6hrs (only 4 hours if booking the 1.30pm departure)

Departures

• 8.30am, 10.30am & 1.30pm from Cairns accommodation
• 7.50am from Port Douglas accommodation
• Any time between 9.30am & 2.30pm if self driving to the Skyrail terminal in Smithfield
• Departs from the Caravonica Skyrail terminal 15 minutes north of Cairns. Cairns & Port Douglas return hotel transfers available
• Operates 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 mintes each way
• If booking the 1.30pm departure with Cairns transfers please note that you will have limited time in Kuranda
• Each gondola seats up to 6 people
• Child rates (4-14yrs) & family rates available
• You will have several hours 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
• If you wish to drive yourself to the Skyrail terminal in Smithfield (15 mins north of Cairns) select self drive option & please indicate your prefered departure time