Australia · Great Barrier Reef & Queensland
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Historic train journey through the rainforest, returning by Skyrail above the canopy.
About Kuranda Scenic Railway
Built in the 1880s through dense rainforest and 15 hand-cut tunnels, the Kuranda Scenic Railway is one of the world's most beautiful train journeys. The historic train climbs from Cairns past Stoney Creek Falls and through the Barron Gorge to the rainforest village of Kuranda.
The signature 'rail-up, fly-down' day pairs the railway one way with Skyrail — a 7.5km cableway gliding above the rainforest canopy on the return.
While You're There
What to See & Do
- 1880s heritage train through 15 hand-cut tunnels
- Stoney Creek Falls and Barron Gorge from the train
- Kuranda village markets and butterfly sanctuary
- Skyrail cableway above the rainforest canopy
- Two interpretive stations with Indigenous-guided walks
How We Can Arrange It
We'll Take Care of the Details
As your booking agent, Mercury Pacific can include Kuranda Scenic Railway in your tailored itinerary. Here's what we'll handle and advise on so you can simply enjoy the experience:
Most groups do railway up, Skyrail down (or vice versa)
Allow a full day — Kuranda village is worth lingering in
Coach transfers available from Cairns and Port Douglas
Every detail — bookings, timings and transfers — is arranged for you as part of your Mercury Pacific tour.
When to Visit
May to October for the most reliable weather.
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