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Return Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Experience
This return journey on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway takes you over World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest canopy and deep into the rainforest.
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What to expect
The Cairns Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is one of Tropical North Queensland's true must-do experiences, taking you on a journey aboard a comfortable gondola up, up and away above the canopy of the stunning, Wet Tropics World Heritage listed Rainforest. As the gateway to the iconic "village in the rainforest", Kuranda, the Skyrail spans a 7.5km distance and features several stops for you to disembark and explore along the way, while providing outstanding views over the lush rainforest canopy and all the way out to the waters of the Great Barrier Reef beyond.
The massive expanse of the rainforest takes on a whole new perspective when viewed from this angle, and aboard the Skyrail you'll be able to take in the likes of cascading waterfalls, numerous different types of trees and ferns, and glimpses of regional wildlife. With an overall length of around 45 minutes for the ride itself - but far longer if you take the day to disembark and explore - there are few ways from "getting to A to B" in the world that can offer the type of viewing experience that Queensland's Skyrail Rainforest Cableway can offer, so if you're visiting the Cairns and Port Douglas region then be sure to book YOUR rainforest adventure online today.
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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
What's included
Return journey on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Experience
2 hours free time to explore Kuranda - 'The Village in the Rainforest' and it's attractions
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The one-way Kuranda Scenic Rail up to Kuranda Village and one-way back down from Kuranda Village on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is by far the most popular way to visit this quaint little village in the rainforest. Take your time on the way down and stop off at the 2 base stations where you can stroll along the boardwalks and listen to guided ranger commentary.
Visit date
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Note
Skyrail has reduced operating days outside of school holidays Skyrail will be closed for programmed maintenance works on the following dates throughout 2025:
May 2025: Wednesday 7th - Tuesday 20th (inclusive), reopening on Wednesday 21st.
October 2025: Tuesday 7th - Monday 20th (inclusive), reopening on Tuesday 21st.
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
Location
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