Kuranda Skyrail & Train from Port Douglas

Activities

• Scenic Walks
• Gondola
• Train Journey
• Transfers
• Sightseeing

Features

• Port Douglas hotel transfers
• Kuranda Scenic Railway
• Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
• Kuranda Village
• Palm Cove visit

The Tour

Morning Pickup and Scenic Railway

Start your day with a pickup from your Port Douglas accommodation. Travel to Freshwater Station to board the Kuranda Scenic Railway. This historic train journey takes you through lush rainforest landscapes, offering views of waterfalls and mountains.

Explore Kuranda Village

Upon arrival in Kuranda, explore the vibrant markets, galleries, and shops. The village offers a variety of dining options where you can enjoy a meal at your own expense. Discover local arts, crafts, and produce as you stroll through this unique village.

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

After exploring Kuranda, board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. This cableway ride provides a unique perspective of the rainforest, with two scenic stops along the way. At each stop, enjoy boardwalks and interpretive displays that enhance your understanding of this ancient ecosystem.

Relax at Palm Cove

Conclude your day with a stop at Palm Cove. This coastal village offers a relaxing beachfront setting where you can take a stroll along the esplanade or enjoy a drink by the sea. The tour then returns you to your Port Douglas accommodation.

Tour options

• Kuranda from Port Douglas from $230 Includes rides on the Skyrail and Scenic Railway, visits to Kuranda markets, and a Palm Cove stop. Suitable for those staying in Port Douglas with included transfers. Choose from early or late start options.

What to bring

• Comfortable walking shoes
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
• Camera
• Water bottle
• Money for food, drinks, and optional activities

Meeting point

For the 'Kuranda from Port Douglas' option, enjoy pickup from accommodation or central points across the area. In Port Douglas, pickups occur between 8:00am and 8:20am. If you're staying in Trinity Beach or Palm Cove, expect pickups around 9:00am to 9:15am. Cairns pickups are at 9:30am.

Useful information

What to bring

Guests should bring comfortable walking shoes, sun protection such as a hat and sunscreen, a camera, a water bottle, and money for food, drinks, and optional activities.

Tour inclusions

The tour includes Port Douglas hotel transfers, a ride on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, a visit to Kuranda Village, and a stop at Palm Cove. Optional airport transfers and Cairns relocations are also available.

Dining options

Dining options are available in Kuranda Village, where guests can enjoy local cafes at their own expense.

Tour schedule

The tour offers flexible departure times with an early start at 8:00 am or a late start at 11:00 am from Port Douglas. It concludes with a return to Port Douglas around 4:30 pm or dusk.

Accessibility

This tour is accessible for guests with limited mobility, but it involves some walking and boarding the Skyrail and Scenic Railway. A companion may need to assist with these activities. Please contact us before booking to discuss any special assistance you may require.

Customer reviews

• Jodie Barr (4.0/5), 24-08-2026: Chris was very informative and friendly, gave clear instructions. On time and always allowed us time for our own adventures too. Great experience.
• Ellen M. (5.0/5), 08-03-2024: Our driver/guide, Neil, was knowledgeable and informative. He always made sure that everyone fully understood when and where we had to meet to be picked up. The itinerary for the day was just right and we had a great day. I would definitely recommend Brett's Tours to anyone.
• Richard S. (5.0/5), 21-11-2023: Our guide Bridget was great,very organised and informative. Excellent day out.