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Kuranda Wildlife

Kuranda Wildlife is a nature lover's paradise nestled in the heart of the Australian rainforest. Explore native wildlife in their natural habitat, interact with cuddly koalas, and witness the vibrant beauty of tropical flora and fauna in this eco-friendly sanctuary.
Kuranda Wildlife
Kuranda Scenic Railway train passing through lush rainforest in Cairns, Australia.
Male driver using GPS navigation in car to reach Kuranda Village, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train traveling through lush rainforest in Queensland, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train traveling through lush rainforest in Cairns, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train passing through lush rainforest in Queensland, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train passing through lush rainforest in Queensland, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train passing through lush rainforest in Queensland, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train passing through lush rainforest in Cairns, Australia.
Kuranda Scenic Railway train traveling through lush rainforest in Queensland, Australia.
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  • Opt for this self-guided tour of Kuranda with scenic railway and skyrail tickets with round-trip coach transfers from Skyrail Terminal.

  • Pass through hand-carved tunnels on the historic Kuranda Science Railway and glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail, with stops at Red Peak for complimentary ranger-guided tours.

  • Explore Kuranda Village at your own pace, browsing local markets, cafés, and wildlife sanctuaries like Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (entry at own expense).

  • Choose to upgrade your ticket to get a one-way Skyrail or one-way scenic train ticket for your convenience.

  • Did you know? The Scenic Railway is over 130 years old. It was originally built to connect Cairns to the Atherton Tablelands and support mining and agriculture.

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  • Opt for this self-guided tour of Kuranda with scenic railway and skyrail tickets with round-trip coach transfers from Skyrail Terminal.

  • Pass through hand-carved tunnels on the historic Kuranda Science Railway and glide over the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail, with stops at Red Peak for complimentary ranger-guided tours.

  • Explore Kuranda Village at your own pace, browsing local markets, cafés, and wildlife sanctuaries like Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary (entry at own expense).

  • Choose to upgrade your ticket to get a one-way Skyrail or one-way scenic train ticket for your convenience.

  • Did you know? The Scenic Railway is over 130 years old. It was originally built to connect Cairns to the Atherton Tablelands and support mining and agriculture.

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AU$55
Tourists interacting with a koala at Kuranda Koala Gardens, Cairns
Visitors interacting with koalas at Kuranda Koala Gardens, Cairns, Australia.
Visitors interacting with koalas at Kuranda Koala Gardens, Cairns, Australia.
Kuranda Koala Gardens koala resting on a tree branch in Cairns, Australia.
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  • Situated in the Heritage Markets in the heart of Kuranda Village, Kuranda Koala Gardens offers the perfect photo opportunity with Koalas.

  • As you walk through the gardens, wave at Australia’s amazing native animals such as kangaroos and wallabies in a free-range enclosure.

  • See the iconic Greater Bilby, the Northern Bettong and Mahogany Glider in the ‘Nocturnal Wonders’ exhibit.

  • Visit the 'Aussie Bush Collection' exhibit featuring Koalas, Long-nosed potoroos, Bearded dragons, and Blue-tongue Lizards. See wombats, Quokkas, Freshwater Crocodiles, and pythons in their natural habitat.

  • For those interested in pioneer and railway history there is also a history display with interesting details on life in the early days of Kuranda.

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  • Situated in the Heritage Markets in the heart of Kuranda Village, Kuranda Koala Gardens offers the perfect photo opportunity with Koalas.

  • As you walk through the gardens, wave at Australia’s amazing native animals such as kangaroos and wallabies in a free-range enclosure.

  • See the iconic Greater Bilby, the Northern Bettong and Mahogany Glider in the ‘Nocturnal Wonders’ exhibit.

  • Visit the 'Aussie Bush Collection' exhibit featuring Koalas, Long-nosed potoroos, Bearded dragons, and Blue-tongue Lizards. See wombats, Quokkas, Freshwater Crocodiles, and pythons in their natural habitat.

  • For those interested in pioneer and railway history there is also a history display with interesting details on life in the early days of Kuranda.

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AU$21
Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway gliding over lush tropical rainforest in Cairns, Australia.
Tourists enjoying the scenic view from Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway in Cairns
Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway gondola over lush rainforest in Cairns, Australia.
Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway gliding over lush tropical rainforest in Cairns, Australia.
Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway gliding over lush tropical rainforest in Cairns, Australia.
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  • Gaze out at Australia's pristine tropical rainforests from high up in the sky on a fun cableway ride.

  • Spanning over 7.5 kilometers, you're guaranteed striking views of the Barron Gorge National Park.

  • Experience an adventure-filled exploration of Red Peak and Barron Falls with walkways, boardwalk tours, and stellar lookout points. Choose between a 1.5hr one-way or a 2.5-hr round-trip journey.

  • Situated just 15 minutes north of Cairns and 50 minutes south of Port Douglas, you'll find Skyrail's Smithfield terminal, the gateway to your Skyrail experience.

  • Ride on a diamond-view gondola with glass flooring, making for an ideal sightseeing experience.

  • Your informative app lets you see augmented reality rainforest animals in front of you.

  • Choose from one-way, round-trip, and diamond-view gondola cableway rides.

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  • Gaze out at Australia's pristine tropical rainforests from high up in the sky on a fun cableway ride.

  • Spanning over 7.5 kilometers, you're guaranteed striking views of the Barron Gorge National Park.

  • Experience an adventure-filled exploration of Red Peak and Barron Falls with walkways, boardwalk tours, and stellar lookout points. Choose between a 1.5hr one-way or a 2.5-hr round-trip journey.

  • Situated just 15 minutes north of Cairns and 50 minutes south of Port Douglas, you'll find Skyrail's Smithfield terminal, the gateway to your Skyrail experience.

  • Ride on a diamond-view gondola with glass flooring, making for an ideal sightseeing experience.

  • Your informative app lets you see augmented reality rainforest animals in front of you.

  • Choose from one-way, round-trip, and diamond-view gondola cableway rides.

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