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Reef Magic Outer Barrier Reef Cruise
$180/adult including:
* Semi Submarine Tour
* Glass Bottom Boat Tour
* Underwater Observatory
* All snorkelling equipment
Upgrade to 5 minute Scenic Heli Flight:
Only $29/adult
Adult including heli - $209
Child including heli - (4-14 yrs) $139
Family including heli - $636
Limited Time Only!
BIRDWORLD KURANDA
Book your family on the Kuranda in a Day tour and one child / paying adult receives FREE ENTRY into BIRDWORLD Kuranda.
INCLUDES
Dreamtime Walk at Mossman Gorge
Lunch at Silky Oaks Lodge
Daintree River Cruise
Tropical Fruit Tasting
Short tour of Port Douglas
Morning & Afternoon Tea
Return transfer to accommodation
A1 - Kuranda in a Day! - Cairns
A1 - Kuranda in a Day!

- Kuranda Village & Markets
- Train & Skyrail & hotel transfers
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A1 - Kuranda in a Day! is an unguided budget tour option which combines the famous Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway into a relaxing scenic day trip.
What makes it Great?
- Excellent value
- Flexible Day
- Return Coach transfers from your Cairns Accommodation or self drive
- Choose to add on attractions
- Choose from 2 or 4 hours in Kuranda
Kuranda Scenic Rail:
Enjoy a leisurely start to the day with a pickup time of around 8:20am from your hotel. Your coach which will transfer you to the delightful Freshwater Railway Station.
You will board the famous historic Kuranda Scenic Rail at 9:45am for your experience through some of the oldest rainforest in the world to Kuranda. The train journey will take you through 15 hand carved tunnels, across the giant bridge over Stoney Creek, and will stop at Barron Gorge Observation Deck for photographs.
Kuranda Village:
Upon arrival in Kuranda, the day is yours to experience the charm and colour of the "Village in the Rainforest", including the Heritage Markets with many stalls and shops. The markets operate 7 days a week, giving you the opportunity to sample and experience much of the local art and handicraft. You will have 2-4 hours free time to purchase your lunch and explore Kuranda.
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway:
At your scheduled time of either 1:45pm or 3:30pm, you will board the 'award winning' Skyrail for your return to Cairns. Gliding only metres above the tree canopy of World Heritage listed rainforest you will become totally immersed in this unique environment. It is the perfect opportunity to experience spectacular views of the mountains and Coral Sea.
Your rainforest experience ends at Caravonica Lakes where your coach is waiting to transfer you back to your accommodation at either 3:00pm or 4:40pm.
Itinerary:
- 8:15am Coach transfer from your Cairns Accommodation to Freshwater Station
- 9:45am Kuranda Scenic Rail
- 11:15am Arrive into Kuranda Village
- Approx 2.5 or 4 hours in Kuranda Village
- 1:45pm or 3:30pm Return by Skyrail Cableway
- Barron Falls Boardwalk
- Red Peak Boardwalk
- 3:00pm or 4:40pm Return transfer to your Cairns Accommodation
Departures:
Departs daily. You can choose coach transfers or to self drive. This trip can be taken in reverse order by taking the Skyrail to Kuranda first, and then returning by Scenic Rail.
Upgrade Options:
You also have the option to upgrade your Kuranda trip to include the fiollowing options:-
- The Kuranda Wildlife Experience
(Birdworld, Butterfly Sanctuary & Koala Gardens) - Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park
- Rainforestation
- Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
- Gold Class Rail
For further details please enquire with one of our friendly consultants...
Kuranda Skyrail & Train
CHILDREN GO FREE BIRDWORLD KURANDA
CHILDREN GO FREE
BIRDWORLD KURANDA
Book your family on the Kuranda in a Day tour and one child / paying adult receives FREE ENTRY into BIRDWORLD Kuranda.
Kuranda Skyrail & Train
Only $100 Per Person
Includes Kuranda Train, Skyrail & free time to explore Kuranda Village
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| Prices valid from now until 31 March 2011 | ||||
| A1 - Train & Skyrail | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Train, Skyrail, Self Drive | $95 | $54 | $259 | |
| Train, Skyrail & hotel transfers- Pensioner | $98 | n/a | n/a | |
| Train, Skyrail & hotel transfers | $100 | $52 | $265 | |
| Train Gold Class, Skyrail & transfers | $150 | $102 | $465 | |
| A2 - Skyrail & Train | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Skyrail, Train (pickup only) | $98 | $54 | $267 | |
| Skyrail, Train & hotel transfers | $100 | $52 | $265 | |
| Skyrail, Gold Class Train & transfers | $150 | $102 | $465 | |
| Kuranda & Tjapukai | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Train, Skyrail, Tjapukai, transfers | $142 | $73 | $379 | |
| Kuranda & Hartley's Creek | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Train, Skyrail, Hartleys & hotel transfers | $148 | $77 | $397 | |
| Kuranda & Rainforestation | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Train, Rainforestation, Skyrail, transfers | $148 | $77 | $393 | |
| All prices shown in Australian Dollars | ||||
| Prices valid from 01 April 2011 until 31 March 2012 | ||||
| A2 - Skyrail & Train | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Skyrail, Train & hotel transfers | $104 | $54 | $276 | |
| A1 - Train & Skyrail | Adult | Child | Family | |
| Train, Skyrail & hotel transfers | $104 | $54 | $276 | |
| OPTIONAL EXTRAS | |
| Prices valid from 01 April 2009 until 31 March 2011 | |
| Gold Class Upgrade | $50.00 |
| Kuranda Wildlife Experience - Adult | $42.00 |
| Kuranda Wildlife Experience - Child | $21.00 |
| TERMS | |
| Adult = 15 + Years (May vary depending on company) | |
| Child = 3 -14 Years (May vary depending on company) | |
| Family = 2 Adults & 2 Children | |
| CURRENCY CONVERTER | |
| WE DO NOT CHARGE BOOKING FEES OR CREDIT CARD SURCHARGES |
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