Queensland Destinations
Tour Specials!
Coral Sea Dreaming offers 2 Day/1 Night Sailing Trip with Maximum 12 passengers. Dive, snorkel or simply relax.
Includes 3 Intro dives
from $460 per person
(private double cabin)
SAVE $240
from $440 per person
(share cabin)
Includes levies & city hotel transfers
from $460 per person
(private double cabin)
SAVE $240
from $440 per person
(share cabin)
Includes levies & city hotel transfers
Book before 31/May/2012
Travel between now and 30/June/2012
Travel between now and 30/June/2012
2 Day Package - Sunlover Outer Great Barrier Reef + Fitzroy Island Day Package
Sunlover Reef Cruise
- 4 hours on reef pontoon
- Sumptuous buffet lunch including fresh seafood
- All snorkelling equipment
- Complimentary glass bottom boat and semi-submersible vessel tours
Fitzroy Island
- Over five hours to explore the great barrier reef and island
- All snorkelling equipment
- Self-guided rainforest walks
$199 per adult
- 4 hours on reef pontoon
- Sumptuous buffet lunch including fresh seafood
- All snorkelling equipment
- Complimentary glass bottom boat and semi-submersible vessel tours
Fitzroy Island
- Over five hours to explore the great barrier reef and island
- All snorkelling equipment
- Self-guided rainforest walks
$199 per adult
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
OUTBACK & ATHERTON TABLELANDS
One of the best Outback Day Tours in Queensland!!
* Reurn Hotel Transfers
* Lake Barrine Cruise
* Morning Tea
* Curtain Fig Tree
* Millaa Millaa Falls
* View Windy Hill Farm
* BBQ Luch
* Woodleigh Cattle Station
* Halloran's Lookout
* Mt Uncle Distillery
One of the best Outback Day Tours in Queensland!!
* Reurn Hotel Transfers
* Lake Barrine Cruise
* Morning Tea
* Curtain Fig Tree
* Millaa Millaa Falls
* View Windy Hill Farm
* BBQ Luch
* Woodleigh Cattle Station
* Halloran's Lookout
* Mt Uncle Distillery
Only $160.00 p/a
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Skyrail Cableway - Cairns
Skyrail Cableway
Very popular rainforest canopy gondola tour
- Six person gondola cabin
- Multi Award Winning
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Skyrail is the World’s Most Beautiful Rainforest Experience…
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 6 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.
Your Skyrail experience will commence or conclude at either the Caravonica or Kuranda, depending on your direction of travel.
Caravonica Terminal: Skyrail’s Caravonica Terminal is located just 15 minutes from Cairns and 50 minutes from Port Douglas and provides a convenient embarkation or disembarkation point and are conveniently serviced by regular coach transfer pick-ups. Self-drive passengers will also find Skyrail's location easily accessible.
Red Peak Station: Your gondola will descend through the canopy layers and take you deep in the forest. Complimentary guided boardwalk tours are available throughout the day.
Barron Falls Station: On approach to Barron Falls Station you will enjoy spectacular views of the Barron Gorge, a deep chasm lined with dense rainforest vegetation and a state-of-the-art Rainforest Interpretation Centre.
Kuranda: From Barron Falls, your Skyrail experience continues through the mountains before gliding over the mighty Barron River and arriving at Skyrail’s Kuranda Terminal. Skyrail’s Kuranda Terminal is located a short walk from the famous
Hours of Operation: Skyrail operates daily from 8:45am to 5.15pm with the last departure scheduled for 3.45pm and is open every day of the year except is closed Christmas Day.
A one-way Skyrail Experience will take approximately 90 minutes to complete and for a return experience you should allow 2½ hours.
You can spend as much time at you like at Skyrail’s rainforest mid-stations enjoying the facilities and rainforest atmosphere.
Plan to spend approximately 20-30 minutes.
Skyrail's Canopy Cafe and retail shop located at the Caravonica Terminal is open from 8.00am.
There is a selection of tropical yogurts, fruit smoothies, savoury breakfast jaffles, croissants, sandwiches, open grill foccacias, gourmet meat patties, quiche, salad, pies, pastries, sausage rolls, spinach and feta rolls, cakes and slices, premium teas and coffees, milkshakes and fruit slushies.
Child Rate: Children are aged 4-14 years inclusive.
Packages: Skyrail can be enjoyed as complete day tour adventure or combined as a package with a number of
Why not complement Skyrail, the World’s Most Beautiful Rainforest Experience with one of the following packages:-
Kuranda Scenic Railway:
The famous Kuranda Scenic Railway was built over 100 years ago and winds its way through the tropical mountain ranges between Cairns and Kuranda. The Train departs Cairns Railway at 8:30am or 9:30am and Freshwater 8:45am or 9:45am and departs from Kuranda at 2pm or 3:30pm. Allow 1.5 hours for this journey.
Train Gold Class:
For an additional charge, upgrade the Kuranda Scenic Railway (KSR) leg of your journey to KSR Gold Class -
KSR Gold Class provides a premium experience for passengers wanting that extra comfort and a little bit of luxury for a most memorable experience. KSR Gold Class includes a dedicated host service, individual seating in lounge style chairs, in ambient historical décor carriages. Advance bookings are essential.
Kuranda Scenic Railway Gold Class includes:
* Gold Class Attendant
* Individual seating, movable tub style chairs, Club lounge seating - seats assigned at time of ticketing
* Beverage selection - coffee, tea, orange juice, soft drink, sparkling Australian wine, beer, wine and mocktails
* Selection of fresh appetisers - Morning service: savoury croissants, mini muffins and danishes as well as warm spinach and feta rolls/ Afternoon service: locally grown macadamia nuts, selection of Australian cheeses, antipasto, crackers and dried fruits
* KSR Gold Class souvenir pack including pewter KSR pin, pen and postcard & refresher towel
(If guests write their postcards during the journey KSR will post the card free of charge for them)
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park:
A cultural experience, located within walking distance of Skyrail’s Caravonica terminal. Tjapukai combines dance, history and legends to create a dynamic interpretation of 40,000 years of culture. Tjapukai is open 9am-5pm daily and allow 2 hours here.
Rainforestation:
Located a short drive from Kuranda, Rainforestation will take you on a cruise through forest waterways on a World War II amphibious army duck, let you meet some of Australia’s favourite animals and enjoy traditional performances by the Pamagirri dance troupe.
Kuranda Wildlife Experience:
The Kuranda Wildlife Experience includes entry to the Kuranda Koala Gardens, Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. Cuddle a koala, get close to a kangaroo, see and feed one of the world’s largest birds, the Cassowary, and be surrounded by the graceful motion of over 1,500 butterflies, all native to the rainforest region.
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| Prices valid from now until 31 March 2013 | ||||
| Skyrail | Adult | Child | Family | |
| One Way Skyrail, no transfers required | $45.00 | $22.50 | $112.50 | |
| Rtn Skyrail, no transfer | $68.00 | $34.00 | $170.00 | |
| Rtn Skyrail, transfer ex Cns & Beaches | $89.00 | $44.50 | $222.50 | |
| Rtn Skyrail, transfer ex Port Douglas | $111.00 | $55.50 | $277.50 | |
| Skyrail+Train+R'forestation, one way transfer from hotel | $155.50 | $77.75 | $388.75 | |
| Skyrail & Train | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Skyrail+Train, no transfers required | $93.00 | $46.50 | $232.50 | |
| Train+Skyrail, no transfer required | $93.00 | $46.50 | $232.50 | |
| Skyrail+Train, self drive(shuttle required back to car) | $101.50 | $50.75 | $253.75 | |
| Train+Skyrail, self drive(shuttle required back to car) | $101.50 | $50.75 | $253.75 | |
| Skyrail+Train+one way transfer Cairns hotel | $103.50 | $51.75 | $258.75 | |
| Skyrail+Train+Cns & Beaches hotel transfers | $114.00 | $57.00 | $285.00 | |
| Train+Skyrail+Cns & Beaches hotel transfers | $114.00 | $57.00 | $285.00 | |
| Skyrail+Train+Port Douglas hotel transfers | $136.00 | $68.00 | $340.00 | |
| Train+Skyrail+Port Douglas hotel transfer | $136.00 | $68.00 | $340.00 | |
| Skyrail+Train GoldClass+oneway transfer Cairns hotel | $150.50 | $98.75 | $446.75 | |
| Skyrail+Train Gold Class+Cns & Beaches hotel transfers | $161.00 | $104.00 | $473.00 | |
| Train Gold Class+Skyrail+Cns & Beaches hotel transfers | $161.00 | $104.00 | $473.00 | |
| Skyrail+Train Gold Class+Port Douglas hotel hotel transfers | $183.00 | $115.00 | $528.00 | |
| Train Gold Class+Skyrail+ Port Douglas hotel transfer | $183.00 | $115.00 | $528.00 | |
| Skyrail & Tjapukai | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Rtn Skyrail & Tjapukai, no transfer | $104.00 | $52.00 | $260.00 | |
| Rtn Skyrail & Tjapukai, transfer ex Cns & Beaches | $125.00 | $62.50 | $312.50 | |
| Skyrail-Train-Tjapukai, self drive | $137.50 | $68.75 | $343.75 | |
| Rtn Skyrail & Tjapukai, transfer ex Port Douglas | $147.00 | $73.50 | $367.50 | |
| Skyrail-Train-Tjapukai, transfer ex Cns & Beaches | $150.00 | $75.00 | $375.00 | |
| Skyrail-Train-Tjapukai, transfer ex Port Douglas | $172.00 | $86.00 | $430.00 | |
| Skyrail & Wildlife Experience | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Rtn Skyrail & Wildlife, no transfer | $112.00 | $56.00 | $280.00 | |
| Rtn Skyrail & Wildlife, transfer ex Cns & Beaches | $133.00 | $66.50 | $332.50 | |
| Skyrail-Train-Wildlife, self drive(shuttle required back to car) | $145.50 | $72.75 | $363.75 | |
| Rtn Skyrail & Wildlife, transfer ex Port Douglas | $155.00 | $77.50 | $387.50 | |
| Skyrail-Train-Wildlife, transfer ex Cns & Beaches | $158.00 | $79.00 | $395.00 | |
| Skyrail-Train-Wildlife, transfer ex Port Douglas | $180.00 | $90.00 | $450.00 | |
| Skyrail & Rainforestation | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Rtn Skyrail & R'forestation, no transfer | $120.00 | $60.00 | $300.00 | |
| Rtn Skyrail & R'forestation, transfer ex Cns & Beaches | $141.00 | $70.50 | $352.50 | |
| Skyrail+Train+R'forestation, self drive | $153.50 | $76.75 | $383.75 | |
| Rtn Skyrail & R'forestation, transfer ex Port Douglas | $163.00 | $81.50 | $407.50 | |
| Skyrail+Train+R'forestation+Cns & Beaches hotel transfers | $166.00 | $83.00 | $415.00 | |
| Skyrail-Train-R'forestation, transfer ex Port Douglas | $188.00 | $94.00 | $470.00 | |
| OPTIONAL EXTRAS | |
| Prices valid from now until 31 March 2013 | |
| Kuranda Gold Class upgrade | $47.00 |
| TERMS | |
| Child Age = 4-14 years | |
| Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children | |
| CURRENCY CONVERTER | |
| WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES |
Cairns Holiday Packages that include Skyrail Cableway
Paradise Palms Tropical Escape
4 NIGHTS PARADISE PALMS
WAVEDANCER LOW ISLES
GLASS BOTTOM BOAT | SNORKELLING
KURANDA SCENIC TRAIN & SKYRAIL
FREE ROUND OF MINI GOLF FOR EACH GUEST
WAVEDANCER LOW ISLES
GLASS BOTTOM BOAT | SNORKELLING
KURANDA SCENIC TRAIN & SKYRAIL
FREE ROUND OF MINI GOLF FOR EACH GUEST
$512
Save $314
per person, twin share including levies. See rates below
Whats Hot!
Cairns Getaway Package!
-4 nights The Hotel Cairns
-Green Island Day trip
-Snorkel gear or Glass bottom boat
-Kuranda Train/Skyrail - hotel transfers
-$10 Breakfast Vouchers daily per person
-Complimentary Smart Car!
Only $405 per person
(based on 2 people sharing)
SAVE $96 per person
*add full breakfast daily and Deluxe Tower Room upgrade for only $39/person
(based on 2 people sharing)
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Shangri-La Cairns is situated at the Marlin Marina connected to the Pier shopping complex and adjacent to the Reef Fleet Terminal.
STAY 3 PAY 2
From $192 per night
*Save from $288*
blockout dates apply
Book before 30/June/2012
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
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SEA CHANGE
BEACHFRONT APARTMENTS
5 Star luxury Apartments
Fantastic Ocean Views
STAY 4 PAY 3
1 Bedroom Apartments
from $218 per night
2 Bedroom Apartments
from $248 per night
Book before 30/June/2012
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Lizard Island surrounded by the unspoilt wonders of the Great Barrier Reef
FREE RETURN FLIGHTS
Book a minimum 5 nights stay on Lizard Island in any room type and receive complimentary return flights to Lizard Island from Cairns for two adults.
SAVE $1156
per couple
(Blockout dates apply: 01 - 31 Aug 2012 and 20 - 27 Oct 2012)
Book before 31/August/2012
Travel between 01/June/2012 and 20/December/2012
Mantra Esplanade located opposite the esplanade swimming lagoon and steps to the Marina.
STAY 3 PAY 2
reduced to $133 p/n
based on 1 Bed City View
Travel between now and 21/June/2012
5 night Reef & Rainforest package
- Bay Village Studio Room
-Continental Breakfast daily
-FREE 5 hours wireless i.net
-FREE drink when dining
-Outer Barrier Reef
-Coral Viewing Tour
-Kuranda Train & Skyrail
-Cape Tribulation
-Rainforest Habitat
-Daintree River Cruise
from $726 p/person
including levy
save $281 person
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Mantra Trilogy Located right in the heart of the Esplanade and minutes walk from restuarants, shops and Marina precinct.
STAY 3 PAY 2
reduced to $153 p/n
based on 1 Bed Apartment
Travel between now and 30/June/2012
Silky Oaks Lodge is a romantic luxury rainforest lodge located on the Mossman River 1.5 hours north of Cairns.
'Uniquely Silky'
3 night package
- breakfast for 2 daily
- bottle of Moet and canape's
- 3 course dinner nightly
- 1.2hr Kuku Yalanji dreamtime walk
- 1 hour spa treatment/person
Only $1099/person
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Bay Village
Stay 5 nights and receive:
- Room upgrade to Studio
- Continental Breakfast daily
- FREE 5 hours wireless internet
- FREE drink when dining
Based on a minimum stay of 5 consecutive nights, 2 pax staying
only $130 room/night
Book before 30/June/2012
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
The Hotel Cairns Located one block from the famous Esplanade.
STAY 4 PAY 3
FREE USE OF SMART CAR
to explore the region
$10 BREAKFAST VOUCHER
reduced to $108 per night (including discount)
Upgrade to Deluxe Tower Room including full breakfast daily reduced to $126.75/night
Based on Twin Share
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Great Deal!
3 full Day tours to our famous world heritage Reef & Rainforest.
- Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
- Cape Trib 4WD Safari
- Kuranda Train & Skyrail
from $400 per adult
including Enviro. Management Levy
Travel between now and 31/March/2013
Contact our North Queensland office for advice on your holiday in Cairns.