Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail

Highlights:

• Journey through the rainforest on Kuranda Scenic Rail train
• Free time in Kuranda
• A’yarning circle with the Indigenous Pamagirri
• Travel the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway over the rainforest canopy

Distant Journeys are proud to offer some of the world’s best rail holidays. Enjoy a day of discovery into the stunning rainforest clad mountains that surround tropical Cairns. We begin the day with a stunning journey onboard the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail train through one of the world’s oldest rainforests. Rising to 328m, our journey passes through 15 hand-built tunnels and over 37 towering bridges, the untamed sounds of the rainforest that has remained relatively unchanged for 130 million years, a constant companion. As our journey meanders towards Kuranda,we pass spectacular waterfalls and the stunning Barron Gorge. Upon arrival in Kuranda – ‘the Village in the Rainforest’ you will have free time to explore. A wonderful mix of quirky shops and quaint cafes, browse local markets, boutique shops brimming with handmade crafts from local artists and sample some delicacies from one of the many food stalls. You can also visit the Butterfly Sanctuary, home to over 1500 butterflies from a variety of species.

Our next stop is Rainforest station Nature Park, to learn about Australia’s Indigenous cultures at the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience. We take part in a Yarning Circle, an informal opportunity to chat about traditions, culture and history, before enjoying a traditional dance performance, go on a ‘walkabout’ and even try our hand at boomerang throwing. We return to Cairns onboard the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, gliding over pristine jungle canopy, with the opportunity to disembark at Barron Falls; known as ‘Din Din’ to the Djabuganydji people, on the way. Another opportunity to disembark presents itself at Red Peak, home to climbing palms, fern gardens, rare butterflies and birds and a scenic lookout, disembarking at a rainforest boardwalk allows a more personal interaction with the rainforest.

Please Note:

There are different variations and inclusions available for this tour, your tour manager will confirm the itinerary and inclusions for the day while you are on tour. Subject to minimum numbers.

What's included

• Wildlife Park
• Pamagirri Dance & Music
• Travel to Kuranda on Kuranda’s Scenic Railway
• Travel from Kuranda onboard Skyrail Rainforest Cableway