Kuranda, Self Drive, Scenic Rail & Skyrail
Kuranda Scenic Rail
Park your car at Skyrail, then you will be transferred to Freshwater Station for check-in. Board the Kuranda Scenic Rail for your journey to Kuranda, including breathtaking views enroute.
Kuranda Village
Upon arrival in Kuranda, the village in the rainforest, free time is allowed to explore the many attractions including the colourful Kuranda Markets. Other attractions are Birdworld, Kuranda Koala Gardens and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary [at own expense].
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
At the scheduled time, board Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your journey to Smithfield. Once aboard, be amazed as you journey over and through World Heritage protected Rainforest. Your Boarding Pass is your ticket for this iconic rainforest experience that includes time at both Red Peak and Barron Falls stations, both with spectacular lookouts. Or visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre. Complimentary guided boardwalk tours are offered throughout the day at Red Peak Station.
📅 Now until 20 July 2026
Daily departures, meet at Skyrail Smithfield Terminal
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- 7:45am (8:50am Scenic Rail)
- 9.30am (9.45am Skyrail)
- 11.45am (12.00pm Skyrail)
📅 20 July – 18 August 2026
This tour is not available during this period due to planned closure of the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. View Kuranda Scenic Railway Tours
📅 19 August – 25 October 2026
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway will operate as a return experience between Kuranda and Barron Falls Station (Wednesday – Sunday).
To enhance your experience during this period, every guest will receive admission to their choice of Birdworld Kuranda or Kuranda Koala Gardens.
Wednesday to Sunday – meet at Skyrail Smithfield Terminal
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- 7:45am (8:50am Scenic Rail)
- 9.30am (9.45am Skyrail)
- 11.45am (12.00pm Skyrail)
Looking to travel on Monday or Tuesday? Our range of Kuranda Scenic Railway Tours will be available.
📅 Travelling from 26 October 2026?
Daily departures, meet at Skyrail Smithfield Terminal
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- 7:45am (8:50am Scenic Rail)
- 9.30am (9.45am Skyrail)
- 11.45am (12.00pm Skyrail)
- 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
Tour Starts: Smithfield Skyrail Terminal
Tour Finishes: Smithfield Skyrail Terminal
Disclaimer:
- Child rate 4-14 years inclusive
- Children 3 years & under travel free
- Family = 2A + 2C
- Rates are GST inclusive and in Australian Dollars
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SELF DRIVE TOUR BOOKING
1️⃣Select Cairns in General Location
2️⃣ Select Skyrail Rainforest Cableway – Smithfield in Accommodation
✅ All guests meet at Skyrail Rainforest Cableway – Smithfield Terminal
⚠️ Other location / accommodation selections will not display availability for this self drive tour.
