Kuranda Self Drive Scenic Rail & Skyrail Tour

Discover the natural beauty and adventurous opportunities awaiting you on this Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail tour. Board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway at noon and enjoy breathtaking views as you soar over the World Heritage-listed rainforest until you reach Freshwater Station. There, you will transfer to the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway with pre-allocated seating to get the perfect spot. This train journey towards Kuranda Village offers gorgeous sights of the lush mountain. Once in the village, you’ll have abundant free time to explore the lively markets or visit attractions like Birdworld, Kuranda Koala Gardens or the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (at your own expense).

On your return trip, take the Cableway for more sensational views and visit spectacular lookouts on the way down. Stop by Red Peak and Barron Falls Stations to see more pockets of natural wonders and visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre or take a guided boardwalk tour offered at Red Peak throughout the day. This incredible experience promises a day filled with idyllic scenery, exploration and a memorable journey on the Skyrail and Railway.  

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Note

• Kuranda Self Drive Scenic Rail & Skyrail with Queue Jump operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026. This option includes BONUS Wildlife Park Entry

Inclusions

• Free parking at Skyrail Smithfield Terminal
• Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
• Free time to explore the rainforest village of Kuranda
• Kuranda Scenic Rail
• Coach transfer from Freshwater Train Station back to Skyrail car park

Exclusions

• Transport (you must make your own way to the Skyrail Smithfield Terminal for this tour)

Itinerary

• Depending on what option is selected at checkout depends on the order of your experiences and the time of your experience. Please read your confirmation email carefully

• Self Drive: Skyrail Cableway First and Scenic Rail:

• Self drive to Skyrail Smithfield Terminal

• Free car parking at Skyrail

• Coach transfer from Skyrail Car Park to Freshwater Train Station

• 8.50am Kuranda Scenic Rail

• Free time in Kuranda

• Kuranda Markets

• 12.45pm Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

• Self Drive Scenic Rail First and Skyrail Cableway:

• Self drive to Skyrail Smithfield Terminal

• Free car parking at Skyrail

• 12pm Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

• Free time in Kuranda to explore the Village and Markets

• 3.30pm Kuranda Scenic Railway

• Transfer from train station to Skyrail Car Park

Time

• Meet at Skyrail Smithfield Terminal
• Depending on what option is selected at checkout depends on the order of your experiences and the time of your experience. Please read your confirmation email carefully

Operating Hours

• Operates daily

Departure Location

• This experience departs from Skyrail Smithfield Terminal

Terms And Conditions

• Kuranda Self Drive Scenic Rail & Coach with Queue Jump operates on dates Skyrail is closed for planned works from 20 Jul to 25 Oct 2026. This option includes BONUS Wildlife Park Entry

Cancellation Policy

• Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
• Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
• Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

• Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
• Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
• Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
• We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements