Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Palm Cove

4.8 (5 reviews) 5 h 30 min Free cancellation

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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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

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At a glance

Duration: 5 h 30 min
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 60 people
People per booking: 1–15
Written guide: German, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Down Under Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks (unless specified)
Not included: Birdworld entrance (approx. AUD19.00/adult, AUD9.50/child)
Not included: Butterfly Sanctuary entrance (approx. AUD20.00/adult, AUD10.00/child)
Not included: Kuranda Koala Gardens entrance (approx. AUD19.00/adult and AUD9.50/child)
Not included: Entrance fees: Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Itinerary

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

1 h 30 min Admission included

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.
Down Under Tours - Day Tours

Passing by

Down Under Tour is the largest day tour operator in the Cairns and Great Barrier Reef region.
Stop 3

1 h 30 min Admission included

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

one hour

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

Passing by

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

Passing by

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

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

6 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, Bus Zone at the front of Skyrail Terminal

End point

6 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, Bus Zone at the front of Skyrail Terminal

Pickup points

Trinity Beach Pacific
The Reef Retreat Palm Cove
Peppers Beach Club & Spa Palm Cove
Mango Lagoon Resort & Wellness Spa
Drift Palm Cove

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

Using your ticket

Please contact the operator 48 hours prior to departure to re-confirm your pickup location and time.

Your driver will provide your Kuranda Boarding Pass upon pickup on your day of travel.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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

Options

Sky/Rail

Travel to Kuranda on Skyrail, free time in Kuranda, return on the Scenic Railway (approx. 10 hours)

Pickup included
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