Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Day Trip from Port Douglas

4.2 (29 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation

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

Kuranda Scenic Railway — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy aboard the Skyrail on a day trip to Kuranda from Port Douglas. Also included is a memorable trip on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway. There is an option to add the popular Rainforestation Nature Park.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 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: Port Douglas 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)

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.
Kuranda

1 h 15 min

Free time allowed in Kuranda to explore.
Down Under Tours - Day Tours

Passing by

Down Under Tours is Tropical North Queensland’s leading day tour operator with an extensive range of tour options to suit any taste. We love to share the beauty of Tropical North Queensland and the ancient rainforest with our passengers.
Kuranda Scenic Railway

1 h 30 min Admission included

Take a historic journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail, travelling through the rainforest and along the mountainside of Barron Gorge.

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

Mantra PortSea Port Douglas
Niramaya Villas and Spa
Oaks Port Douglas Resort
Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Peppers Beach Club Port Douglas
Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort, Port Douglas
Port Douglas Peninsula Boutique Hotel
Ramada Resort by Wyndham Port Douglas
Pullman Port Douglas Sea Temple Resort & Spa

Pickup is available from selected Port Douglas locations. Please contact the operator after booking to confirm your pickup location and time.

The remaining time is spent doing Morning pick-ups = 90 minutes and afternoon drop-offs = 75 minutes.

Using your ticket

You must contact the operator after booking to confirm your pickup location and time. Your driver will provide your Kuranda Boarding Pass upon pickup on 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%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Rail/Sky

Pickup included
Coach Tour and Scenic Rail

Coach Tour & Scenic Rail: Skyrail is closed on this date. Skyrail Upgrade Closure period 20 July - 18 August 2026

FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

Pickup included
Scenic Rail and Coach Tour

Coach Tour & Scenic Rail: Skyrail is closed on this date. Skyrail Upgrade Closure period 20 July - 18 August 2026

FREE Kuranda Wildlife Park : Includes BONUS entry voucher to either Birdworld OR Koala Gardens!

Pickup included
Sky/Rail

Sky/Rail: Travel to Kuranda on Skyrail, free time in Kuranda, return on the Scenic Railway (approx. 8 hours)

Pickup included