Skyrail Rainforest Cableway - One Way Experience departing from Kuranda
Skyrail Cableway - One Way
Adults $44.00
Children $22.00
Families $110.00
Description
Your journey will commence at the Kuranda Terminal. Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a world first in environmental tourism and takes you on an amazing experience over Australia’s World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest canopy and deep into the forest.
A one way Skyrail experience should take approximately 1½ hours, this includes spending time at the two rainforest mid-stations.
Allow 20 minutes for each station, to enjoy Ranger guided boardwalk tours and visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre, lookouts and historical displays.
The Skyrail experience, spanning 7.5kms over pristine rainforest, allows you to explore the wonders of an ancient tropical rainforest and learn about one of the most botanically fascinating and diverse areas on earth.
Gliding just metres above the rainforest canopy in comfortable six-person gondola cabins, the Skyrail journey immerses you in an intimate rainforest experience where you’ll see, hear, smell and become part of the tropical rainforest environment.
Relax and enjoy the stunning rainforest scenery, panoramic views of the Cairns’ tropical region and the glittering waters of the Coral Sea. Alight at Skyrail’s two rainforest mid-stations, Red Peak and Barron Falls, where you’ll explore this amazing environment from the forest floor on boardwalks, scenic look-outs and in the state-of-the-art Rainforest Interpretation Centre.
Voted Australia’s Best Major Tourist Attraction, the multi-award winning Skyrail is recognised not only as a premier tourist experience, but as a world leader in eco-tourism, providing you with a truly unique rainforest experience available no where else in the world.
Skyrail can be enjoyed as complete day tour adventure or combined as a package with a number of Cairns’ other leading tourist attractions. Skyrail’s Kuranda Terminal is located a short walk from the famous village of Kuranda where you’ll be able to enjoy the local attractions and shopping.
Included In Price
A one-way Skyrail Experience will take approximately 90 minutes to complete and for a return experience you should allow 2½ hours.
Your Skyrail experience will commence or conclude at either the Caravonica or Kuranda, depending on your direction of travel.
Caravonica Terminal:
- Skyrail’s Caravonica Terminal is located just 15 minutes from Cairns and 50 minutes from Port Douglas and provides a convenient embarkation or disembarkation point.
Red Peak Station:
- As you approach your first rainforest mid-station, Red Peak, your gondola will descend through the canopy layers and take you deep in the forest.
Barron Falls Station:
- On approach to Barron Falls Station you will enjoy spectacular views of the Barron Gorge, a deep chasm lined with dense rainforest vegetation.
Kuranda:
- From Barron Falls, your Skyrail experience continues through the mountains before gliding over the mighty Barron River and arriving at Skyrail’s Kuranda Terminal.
Timing:
A One Way Skyrail Experience can be enjoyed as a ½ day tour. It can be booked departing from either Caravonica or Kuranda Terminals, with morning and afternoon times available. Times will be offered during the booking process.
Skyrail has two rainforest mid-stations, Red Peak and Barron Falls, which allow you to disembark from the gondola and explore the forest on boardwalks and easy access walkways. Complimentary Ranger guided boardwalk tours operate regularly at Red Peak Station and Barron Falls Station houses a fascinating Rainforest Interpretation Centre and spectacular look-outs.
You can walk as much or as little as you choose at Skyrail’s rainforest mid-stations. Red Peak has a 175 metre rainforest boardwalk and there is approximately 400 metres of gentle walkways at Barron Falls Station.
Location
Cnr Cook Hwy & Cairns Western Arterial Rd, Cairns QLD 4870
Participant Guidelines
We suggest you bring comfortable walking clothes and shoes and a day pack only. Luggage is not to be carried on the cableway. Each gondola seats up to 6 people (including infants). Gondolas leave the station continuously; bookings are taken in 15 minute intervals.
Price Valid For
Per person
Booking Notes
Operates daily all year round.
Skyrail's hours of operation are 9.00am to 5.15pm; bookings are taken in 15 minute intervals from 9.00am to 2.45pm for a return journey, or 3.30pm for a one-way journey.
A child is aged between 4-14 years inclusive. Infants (0-4 years) travel free of charge.
A family is 2 adults and 2 children of the same family.
Skyrail’s Caravonica Terminal is located just 15 minutes drive from Cairns city. Port Douglas is situated north, only 50 minutes from Skyrail. Both of these locations are conveniently serviced by regular coach transfer pick-ups. Self-drive passengers will also find Skyrail's location easily accessible.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is open every day except for Christmas Day and during planned, preventative maintenance - for more information please enquire.
Skyrail gondola cabins can accommodate most standard type wheelchairs. However, due to size restrictions and loading requirements, some types of wheelchairs can not be carried on the cableway. Please note, wheelchairs cannot be carried on the coach transfer service. We provide complimentary use of wheelchairs (subject to availability).
Departure Time
Time determined upon booking
Session Length
To maximise your Skyrail experience, allow up to 1½ hours to complete a one-way journey, this includes spending time at the two rainforest mid-stations, or 2 ½ hours* for a return experience. *This does not include any time you may wish to spend in Kuranda.
Numbers on the day
6
Weather Exceptions
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway operates in most conditions. In fact, the rainforest is at its best in the rain! Skyrail is spectacular on a fine day and amazing in the wet. Travelling through the mist in your fully enclosed gondola cabin, you will see the rainforest come to life in the rain, and there are complimentary umbrellas available at the mid-stations.
