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Skyrail Return with Cairns Transfers

Glide just metres above the rainforest canopy, descending through the canopy layers and deep into the heart of the forest at Skyrail’s two rainforest mid-stations (Red Peak & Barron Falls) for the ultimate tropical rainforest experience.

Skyrail with Cairns Transfers Times
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway return journey including Cairns Transfers offers two departure times.
 
Skyrail Return | 9:30am Up | 12:30pm Down
Pickup from Cairns accommodation is between 8:00am and 8:30am
Return to Cairns accommodation between 1:30pm and 2:00pm

Skyrail Return | 11:30am Up | 2:30pm Down
Pickup from Cairns accommodation is between 10:00am and 10:30am
Return to Cairns accommodation between 3:30pm and 4:00pm

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
From here, you'll board the cable car and glide just meters above the rainforest canopy, descending through the canopy layers and deep into the heart of the rainforest. You'll be amazed at the stunning natural beauty that surrounds you on this incredible 7.5km journey.

Travel in a 6-person gondola cabin with panoramic views and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the rainforest. Skyrail Rainforest Cableway travels between Kuranda Village and Cairns , offering breathtaking views of the city, the Barron Falls, and the lush tropical rainforest below. 

Make sure to take advantage of Skyrail's two rainforest mid-stations, Red Peak and Barron Falls. Here, you'll have the ultimate tropical rainforest experience, surrounded by the sights and sounds of this unique ecosystem. 

A one-way Skyrail experience takes minimum of 45 minutes without stopping at the stations.  We reccomend stpping at both Barron Falls & Red Peak Stations. Allow 20 - 30 mins for each station.Travel in a 6 person gondola cabin with panoramic views as you glide above the rainforest canopy on the amazing 7.5km journey. Gondolas leave the station continuously. 

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Stations.
We reccomend visiting Skyrail's two rainforest mid-stations on the way up to Kuranda as you may be restriced by time on the journey back to Smithfield Terminal to meet the transfer bus.
Traveling on the Skyrail, Plan to spend 20-30 minutes at the two Rainforest mid-stations.

Smithfield Terminal
Skyrail’s Smithfield Terminal is located just 15 minutes from Cairns and 50 minutes from Port Douglas. Features include reservations, souvenir shop, the Canopy Cafe and entry/exit to the rainforest cableway. Coach transfers are included from your hotel to the Skyrail terminal with this package. 

The Skyrail rainforest journey begins as your gondola glides over woodlands before revealing the splendour of the World Heritage listed tropical rainforest with its dense canopy and magnificent array of flora and fauna. As you ascend the McAlister Range you’ll enjoy spectacular views of tropical Cairns and the Coral Sea (you can even see Green Island and the fringes of the Great Barrier Reef) before gently descending to the first stop at Red Peak Station.

Travelling time to Red Peak Station is approximately 10 minutes.

Red Peak Station
Red Peak Station Skyrail’s Rangers provide regular guided boardwalk tours sharing their knowledge on these ancient tropical forests. Take a look at the diverse array of plant species, including the towering 400 year-old Kauri Pine. Skyrail's 175 metre rainforest boardwalk will allow you to take a closer look at the lush rainforest surroundings including the towering 400 year-old Lauri Pine. Rainforest displays, touch tables and interpretive signage complete your visit to Red Peak Station.

• Complimentary Ranger Guided Boardwalk Tour
• Rainforest Discovery Zone
• Rainforest Boardwalk Loop
• Scenic Lookout

Barron Falls Station
Barron Falls is the most visited place in the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area. At 260 metres (853 feet) tall, the majestic Barron Falls can be enjoyed from three lookouts with easy access walkways leading you there. You can also visit the Rainforest Interpretation Centre, which Skyrail developed in conjunction with CSIRO. The centre houses touch screen computers and interactive audio-visual presentations providing an informative and fun learning experience to enhance your appreciation of the rainforest.

• The Edge Lookout
• Historical Precinct
• CSIRO Rainforest Interpretation Centre
• Panoramic gorge & waterfall views

Kuranda Skyrail Terminal
The Skyrail Terminal in Kuranda is adjacent to the Kuranda Railway Station and just a short walk from the village. Rainforest walking tracks can take you from Coondoo Street in Kuranda, on a gentle 3km circuit through the Jumrum Creek Conservation Park, along the banks of the Barron River and back to the Kuranda Railway Station.

Skyrail Travel Times

Smithfield Terminal to Red Peak Station
Depart: Smithfield Terminal
Gondola travelling time: approx 10 minutes
Distance: 2.7 kms

Red Peak Station to Barron Falls Station
Gondola travelling time: approx 12-14 minutes
Distance: 3.1 kms

Barron Falls Station to Kuranda Terminal
Gondola travelling time: approx 7-8 minutes
Distance: 1.7 kms

Kuranda Village
Kuranda is a famous village located on the Atherton Tablelands in Far North Queensland, Australia. Surrounded by tropical rainforest and adjacent to the Wet Tropics World Heritage listed Barron Gorge National Park, Kuranda is situated just 25 kilometres from Cairns, making it a popular day trip for visitors to experience the region's natural beauty.

Kuranda Village has been attracting visitors for well over a century. Initially people came to admire the mighty Barron Falls, while artisans were attracted to the region's natural beauty. Throughout the 1960s and 1970s Kuranda was popular with alternative lifestylers, a theme that still runs through the local community today.

Here you will discover a variety of natural, cultural, wildlife and shopping experiences. Visitors come to see the Barron Falls and to enjoy the stunning natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere of the local markets, selling unique souvenirs and gift items.

This Village in the Rainforest has numerous attractions including a butterfly sanctuary, a colourful bird aviary, koala park, walking tracks and a diverse range of markets (open every day from 9am to 3pm), shops, cafes and restaurants (extra costs).

Skyrail Wheelchair Access
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. In this case Skyrail can provide complimentary use of a wheelchair (subject to availability) during a Skyrail experience. Please advise reservations staff at the time of booking to confirm your requirements. Please note that wheelchairs are restricted on the coach transfer service and it may be required to book a wheelchair acessible taxi.

Skyrail offers the following

• Optional use of ramp for loading & unloading
• Ramp access to all boardwalks
• Access to the CSIRO Interpretation Centre
• Access to restroom facilities at all stations.

Wheelchair guidelines
The combined weight of the wheelchair occupant and the wheelchair must be of a manageable weight to allow cableway operators to load the wheelchair.

• Width cannot exceed 630mm.
• Length cannot exceed 950mm.
• Wheelchairs must have handles
• Wheelchairs must be capable of being tilted backwards

Skyrail with Cairns Transfers Times
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway return journey including Cairns Transfers offers two departure times.

Skyrail Return | 9:30am Up | 12:30pm Down
Pickup from Cairns accommodation is between 8:00am and 8:30am
Return to Cairns Accommodation between 1:30pm and 2:00pm

Skyrail Return | 11:30am Up | 2:30pm Down
Pickup from Cairns accommodation is between 10:00am and 10:30am
Return to Cairns Accommodation between 3:30pm and 4:00pm