Recently Viewed
Kuranda Rainforest Tour: Wildlife, Culture, and Scenic Rail
4.6
530 Ratings
Barron
Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage Rainforest. Experience the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, lunch, the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage Rainforest. Experience the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, lunch, the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station - Ride on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, winding through the mountains and the rainforest to Kuranda Village.
- Barron Falls - Hop off the Kuranda Scenic Rail and enjoy breathtaking views of the Barron Falls before continuing to Kuranda
- Kuranda - Enjoy a coach transfer to Kuranda village where you…
- Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station - Ride on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, winding through the mountains and the rainforest to Kuranda Village.
- Barron Falls - Hop off the Kuranda Scenic Rail and enjoy breathtaking views of the Barron Falls before continuing to Kuranda
- Kuranda - Enjoy a coach transfer to Kuranda village where you can browse the famous Kuranda markets and shops, which offer a range of local goods and souveniers.m
- Australian Butterfly Sanctuary - Explore the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, with over 1500 butterflies fluttering freely around you. Visit the Breeding Laboratory and learn about the life cycle of the butterfly.
- Rainforestation Nature Park - Enjoy a visit to the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park, where you can
Rainforestation includes:
BBQ Buffet Lunch
Army Duck Rainforest Tour- Take a tour on a historic World War II Army Duck over land and through water. The friendly and informative Duck Captains will identify and explain the flora and fauna of some of the world’s oldest rainforest.
Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience- learn about the world’s oldest surviving culture. Watch the Pamagirri Dancers perform in the rainforest amphitheatre. Enjoy the Dreamtime Walk and learn how to throw a boomerang. Watch a spear throwing and didgeridoo presentation.
Koala & Wildlife Park- Get up close to a number of iconic Australian animals including wombats, snakes, dingoes and the endangered Cassowary and Lumholtz’s Tree Kangaroo. Join a guided tour or browse at your own leisure.
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway - Travel on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over pristine rainforest, with the canopy just metres beneath you. Stop at the Barron Falls and Red Peak stations and enjoy stunning views of the Rainforest and Barron Falls from the new The Edge lookout.
What's Included
- Amphibious WWII Army Duck ride
- Koala and Wildlife Park
- Driver/guide
- Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
- Lunch
- Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience
- Amphibious WWII Army Duck ride
- Koala and Wildlife Park
- Driver/guide
- Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
- Lunch
- Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Additional activities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Additional activities
Additional Information
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Order of Itinerary subject to change
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Order of Itinerary subject to change
Location
Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station
Freshwater Train Station - Please be waiting in Bus Bay#11 (the bus bays are at the end of the train station)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(530 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Kimberly_k
Apr 22, 2025
This tour was very well... - This tour was very well organized. We enjoyed all aspects of it. Great for all ages. Beautiful scenery.
Review provided by Viator
Sara_l
Apr 20, 2025
Very cool! Great for kids - The railway up the mountain to Kuranda was really beautiful, the kids really enjoyed the sights from the train. Kuranda was lovely, although a steep walk from the train to the butterfly sanctuary in parts for anyone who may have mobility issues. Kuranda was a sweet little town with a few places to eat and market shops. The kids enjoyed the butterfly sanctuary, favourite being the nursery of baby butterflies. It wasn’t as big as I imagined and we were disappointed to not see the blue butterflies (lucky to see them in the wild though). Rainforestation was the highlight of the day, the army duck ride was incredible and informative. Lunch was amazing and well organised bbq buffet but the performances were the highlight for us. Super interactive with the audience and funny for the kids. The kids really enjoyed having a throw of a boomerang and seeing the animals in the koala park. The skyrail was cool, although for me with a fear of heights a little unnerving, it does go extremely high over some incredible heights. Everyone else in the family including kids ages 7-14 really loved it. The stops to see the falls are worth getting off and having a look at. A long day but plenty of things to see and eat, all not too far from Cairns which is a bonus when travelling with kids.
Review provided by Viator
Min_z
Apr 18, 2025
A full day loaded with... - A full day loaded with fun activities! The time between each activity is not too short or too long- right pace for us to enjoy each activity. The lunch buffet is way beyond my expectations. The best part is taking pictures with Koala- the picture is great for everyone of our family. We got on the tour bus around 7:45 and got back around 6:00pm- it was a long day! We enjoyed every activity! Highly recommend for everyone to visit Cairns!
Review provided by Viator
Dorene_k
Apr 17, 2025
Grand time - I was very impressed how well organized this tour was with timing and what to expect. Ti (sp) our bus driver was wonderfully friendly and very thorough with her instructions. My favorite was the Butterfly Sanctuary. I was fortunate to be there in time for a tour with Nicole. She is just lovely and you can see how much passion she has for what she does there. Seeing the area of the laboratory where the hatching is done was awesome. It has revived my love for these beautiful tiny creatures. The army duck ride/float was enjoyable. Hope you get the tall German bloke, he was quite amusing. The buffet was delicious with many healthy choices. The dancers were very engaging and entertaining. On the “walk” we learned how the instruments were constructed but his ability playing it was truly amazing. He ended by making animal and bird sounds. The spear throwing demo was spectacular. Can’t even imagine hunting with only that. Last thing on the walk was the infamous boomerang throwing. Of course it was not as easy as it looks for me but it was great fun trying. I even bought a hand painted one for my nephew. The animal area, though small was enjoyable. Before returning to the bus in enjoyed a scoop of ginger ice cream. It was yummy. The sky rail was a nice way to end the tour. Sadly it had become overcast so the views were not as spectacular.
I highly recommend this tour whether you are solo, a couple or your entire family.
Job well done by the entire staff!!! Kudos!!!
Review provided by Viator
Rejoy_a
Apr 14, 2025
Awesome trip , good for... - Awesome trip , good for families. Excellent service and great experience, friendly staffs.
Recommended to all.
Review provided by Viator
Ajish_t
Apr 14, 2025
Excellent service and... - Excellent service and great customer care. Will definitely recommend my experience to our friends and relatives.
Review provided by Viator
Alan_h
Apr 5, 2025
A wonderful, fun filled day. - It was a great day from beginning to end. The views from the train were spectacular. The butterfly sanctuary was amazing. The aboriginal dances and cultural activities were entertaining and fascinating. The animal displays were wonderful. Kangaroos, wallaby are roaming freely with you. Finally, the Skyrail views were without par. The two stops made for great photo ops. A fantastic day all around.
Review provided by Viator
Monica_j
Mar 30, 2025
Excellent day! - Don’t miss this amazing tour. The itinerary is packed full of fun and adventure! The day is organized and including so many activities. Review the itinerary for more details! We enjoyed every minute!
Review provided by Viator
Christian_s
Apr 22, 2025
Beautiful views - What an experience.
You will have beautiful views from the train and gondolas. The aboriginal dancing was just okay but seeing Koalas and Tasmanien Devils made up for it.
Unfortunately there was no tour guide and the participants received maps for the self guided tour.
Review provided by Viator
Janet
Apr 12, 2025
Day out - It was a really great day. My grandson enjoyed the whole days activities, but most of all, he enjoyed the boomerang throwing, the animal sanctuary & crocodiles
Review provided by Tripadvisor
