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Highlights

  • This all-inclusive package covers hotel pick-up and drop-off plus entry to multiple sites without extra booking steps.
  • You can enjoy a train ride through cane fields and a cable car journey above the treetops in one day.
  • Free time allows you to wander through local markets and shop for unique gifts or snacks near the village area.
  • The wildlife park features a boat cruise through wetlands and live shows that let you see reptiles up close.
  • History notes indicate the animal park opened as a tea house for motorists traveling between Cairns and Mossman.

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This trip blends rail travel and wildlife watching into one smooth tour for visitors leaving from Cairns so you do not need to make separate bookings for each attraction. The schedule allows time at a local village before moving to a wildlife park to see animals in natural settings.

Ride the Rails

Pick-up happens at your hotel. You board the train at Freshwater Station to travel through sugarcane fields and into the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area where you can see Barron Falls, many tunnels, and bridges along the way.

Time in Kuranda

It has sixty minutes for exploration. You can walk around the local market area where vendors sell artwork and crafts.

Skyscape Views

Head to the cableway terminal at 11:30 to glide above the canopy. You will stop at specific points to walk on boardpaths or learn more at the interpretation centre before heading to Smithfield.

Wildlife Park Visit

Take the shuttle to the animal park. You can observe crocodiles on a boat ride through wetlands.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • Skyrail Rainforest Cableway admission ticket
  • Kuranda Scenic Railway admission ticket
  • Round-trip transport from select Cairns hotels
  • Professional driver host service
  • Unrestricted time in Kuranda Village
  • Printed trip guide with discount info
  • Admission to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
  • Personal expenses during free time

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Outside food and drinks are not allowed so plan to eat before or at included stops
  • Prepare for outdoor walking by wearing shoes that are comfortable and adding sun protection gear
  • The cableway departs from Smithfield Terminal whereas the train starts at the Freshwater Railway Station
  • Guests under fourteen years old must have an adult accompanying them on both the train and cableway

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Hotel transfers

  • This ticket includes hotel pickups and drop-offs.

  • In the next step of booking, please specify the name and address of your hotel.

  • On the day of your tour, please report at your hotel lobby 10-15 min prior to your scheduled departure.

  • If your hotel does not have a lobby, please wait at the entrance of the hotel.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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Booking FAQs

Wear comfortable shoes and bring sunglasses and a sun hat.

Outside drinks, food, and smoking are not allowed.

The experience is wheelchair accessible. Guide dogs are allowed on this experience.

The Skyrail departs from Smithfield (Cairns) Terminal, whereas the Scenic Rail departs from Freshwater Railway Station. Children below 14 must be accompanied by an adult on the Skyrail and Scenic Rail. This tour includes round-trip transfers from select hotels in Cairns.

While you may enjoy easy transfers, mandatory security checks cannot be skipped for safety reasons.

Yes, exploring Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is part of your adventure. You'll witness thrilling croc shows and take a boat tour of the wetlands.

The experience is wheelchair accessible, and guide dogs are allowed on board.

Wear comfortable shoes and consider bringing sunglasses and a sun hat. Outside drinks, food, and smoking are not permitted.

Children below 14 must be accompanied by an adult for both the Skyrail and Scenic Railway portions of the trip.

Your package includes tickets to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and Kuranda Scenic Railway, round-trip hotel transfers from Cairns, a driver host, free time in Kuranda Village, and a written trip guide with discounts. Personal expenses are not covered.

The adventure starts with convenient pick-up from your hotel in Cairns, followed by transfers to the Scenic Rail at Freshwater Station and Skyrail at Smithfield Terminal.

Highlights include a scenic rail journey through lush rainforests, exploring Kuranda’s charm with free time for markets and cafés, and thrilling encounters with crocodiles at Hartley's Crocodile Adventures.

The itinerary does not specify provisions for late arrivals. It is recommended to adhere closely to the scheduled times.

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