Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Return Ticket
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May 2025
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What you can expect
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is one of Tropical North Queensland's must-do experiences! You will embark on a fascinating journey of discovery, where you will glide meters above the pristine jungle canopy before descending to see the World Heritage Listed Wet Tropics Rainforest close-up at the two mid-stations; Red Peak & Barron Falls. As the gateway to the iconic "village in the rainforest", Kuranda, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway spans 7.5km and features unsurpassed panoramic views of the ancient rainforest of the Barron Gorge National Park and cascading Barron Falls/Din Din waterfall, as well as views all the way out to the waters of the Great Barries Reef and beyond. Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, smells and tranquillity of one of the world’s most botanically fascinating areas, that has remained relatively unchanged for 130 million years!
The experience will take you 90 minutes including time spent at both Red Peak and Barron Falls, join a complimentary Ranger Guided Tour and be sure to enjoy the in-gondola commentary from the Skyrail Interpretive App and Audio Guide. Make sure you book YOUR rainforest adventure online today so that you can experience the wonder of this must do experience for yourself!
Location
What you need to know
- Skyrail will be closed for programmed maintenance works on the following dates:
- Monday 19th May 2025
- Tuesday 7th October - 20th October 2025 (inclusive)
- December 2025: 25th (Christmas Day)
- Return journey on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Experience
- $5 retail voucher to spend in any of Skyrail's retail outlets
- 2 hours free time to explore Kuranda - 'The Village in the Rainforest' and it's attractions
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway's Diamond View (glass floor) gondola
- Hotel transfers - this is a self drive tour option only and guests will need to find their own way to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway terminal
- Food & beverages
- Souvenirs
- Skyrail up at 9am, Skyrail down at 12pm
- 8.45am - Check in at Skyrail's Smithfield (Cairns) terminal (self-drive your own vehicle or arrange your own transport such as Uber/Taxi)
- 9am - Skyrail Rainforest Cableway departs Skyrail's Smithfield terminal
- Visit rainforest boardwalks at Red Peak and Barron Falls on your journey
- 10am - Arrive Skyrail Kuranda terminal
- 2 hours free time in Kuranda Village
- 12pm - Depart Skyrail Kuranda terminal
- 1pm - Arrive at Skyrail's Smithfield terminal to collect your vehicle or alternate transportation back to your accommodation
- Skyrail up at 10am, Skyrail down at 1pm
- 9.45am - Check in at Skyrail's Smithfield (Cairns) terminal (self-drive your own vehicle or arrange your own transport such as Uber/Taxi)
- 10am - Skyrail Rainforest Cableway departs Skyrail's Smithfield terminal
- Visit rainforest boardwalks at Red Peak and Barron Falls on your journey
- 11am - Arrive Skyrail Kuranda terminal
- 2 hours free time in Kuranda Village
- 1pm - Depart Skyrail Kuranda terminal
- 2pm - Arrive at Skyrail's Smithfield terminal to collect your vehicle or alternate transportation back to your accommodation
- Skyrail up at 11am, Skyrail down at 2pm
- 10.45am - Check in at Skyrail's Smithfield (Cairns) terminal (self-drive your own vehicle or arrange your own transport such as Uber/Taxi)
- 11am - Skyrail Rainforest Cableway departs Skyrail's Smithfield terminal
- Visit rainforest boardwalks at Red Peak and Barron Falls on your journey
- 12pm - Arrive Skyrail Kuranda terminal
- 2 hours free time in Kuranda Village
- 2pm - Depart Skyrail Kuranda terminal
- 3pm - Arrive at Skyrail's Smithfield terminal to collect your vehicle or alternate transportation back to your accommodation
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a world first in environmental tourism taking you on an amazing experience over Australia's World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest canopy and deep into the forest
- 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
- Time to explore Kuranda 'The Village in the Rainforest'. There are rainforest walks, markets, cafes, restaurants and galleries for you to visit
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway's Smithfield (Cairns) terminal is located at 6 Skyrail Drive, Smithfield, just a 15 minute drive north of Cairns and 50 minutes south of Port Douglas
- This is a self drive tour option only and guests will need to find their own way to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway terminal
- Please arrive at Skyrail no earlier than 15 minutes prior to allocated boarding time
- During busy periods, sharing of gondolas with other guests will be required
- Skyrail is a cash free experience. This includes our Gift Shop and Cafe
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on the day of the activity. Vouchers presented on a mobile device are also accepted
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details are included on your tour voucher
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control. We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly
- Vision Impaired friendly
- Hearing Impaired friendly
- Hidden disability friendly
- Steps/changes of level indicated with colour or texture
- Electronic copy of menu available
- Guide, hearing and assistance dog friendly
- Auditory tour option available
- > 5 Dedicated accessible/disabled parking bays onsite
- Accessible drop off point
- Wheelchair accessible public transport options nearby
- Slight incline at entrance
- Wheelchair ramp at entrance
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- All gender accessible bathroom available for use
- Guide, hearing and assistance dog friendly
- Minimum 900mm wide pathways throughout venue
- Pathway surface is concrete
- Pathway surface is smooth paving
- Outdoor environment includes ramps
- Folding wheelchair available for use
- Wheelchair can be accommodated throughout experience
- Unobstructed views from a seated height
- Member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme
- Guide, hearing and assistance dog friendly
- Staff have had disability awareness training
- Carer can be accommodated in the experience to provide support
- Companion card accepted
- Discounted rates for companion card holders available
- Pathway surface is (other)
Timber ramps, paths and decking
- Getting to the experience from the car park, drop-off point or transport stop?
Smithfield Terminal Skyrail has a large, free car park at the Smithfield Terminal, including dedicated accessible parking spaces. • If arriving by coach transfer or taxi, there is a drop-off zone at the front entrance with easy access to the terminal. • A short walk across the level pedestrian crossing provides access to the front entrance. • Accessible toilets are located to the right of the entrance. • There are no steps at this terminal. • The Canopy Café and gift shop is in a large foyer with plenty of seating and space for guests to relax. • There are queueing barriers in place with colour coded directional signs to facilitate ticketing and boarding processes. Kuranda Terminal Kuranda Terminal is located next to the Kuranda Scenic Railway Station in Kuranda and is a short walk to the village. There is a designated accessible parking space located at the front of the terminal next to the coach pick up / drop off point. Public parking is available on Arara Street, Kuranda. • If arriving by coach transfer, car or taxi, there is a drop-off zone at the front of our Kuranda with approximate 30 metres (100 feet) distance to the terminal entrance. • A wide, paved arrival walkway with no steps provides terminal access. • An open 1600 millimetre (63 inches) wide entrance leads through the gift shop to ticketing on the left, boarding and toilets on the right. • Accessible toilets are next to the boarding queue. • Seating is provided in the undercover foyer. • There are no steps at this terminal. • There are queueing barriers in place with colour coded directional signs to facilitate ticketing and boarding processes. • Boarding platform door is 1450 millimetre (57 inches) wide. • Distance from Kuranda Terminal to Kuranda Information Centre is approximately 650 metres (2132 feet) by a paved inclined walkway.
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Prathyush Prashanth Rao
8 months ago
Breath-taking. Must visit. This needs to be preserved.
The skyrail has two stops on the way to the village. It was great for the two stops to be included - the rainforest tour and the waterfall. The skyrail gave great perspective of how large and essential the reserve is. The experience was fun and eye opening. The experience took about an hour to complete.
Nina Gurnett
about 1 year ago
experiencing OZ together for 2024 Family fun 🤩 🌴
Hi to all We took the Skyrail up the mountain and it was fabulous. Train going back, I wish we hadn’t done. The train ride was hot and stuffy. Then most of us ended up with headaches from the screaming brakes all the way back down holding our ears.
Olga Lovgach
about 1 year ago
I understand why Avatar was inspired with this forest
Great views from the cabins, total route is over 7 km. Well organised stops with a massive waterfall and a free guided walk. Lots to see and do in Kuranda village. Many places to eat there as well and interesting gifts. A must-do when you're in Cairns area.
Need help?
- Email us at enquiry@experienceoz.com.au
- Help code: D2B-2D9F
- This experience is supplied by Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
