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Reef Magic

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 

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Seastar
Free Intro Dive!
Try Scuba Diving on the Great Barrier Reef for the first time, with no experience nesessary!
from $165 per person
*Plus a $10 EMC levy
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New! Cairns Night Dive
Cairns Night Dive is the only dedicated Night Dive tour from Cairns, departing at 5.30pm to the Outer Reef and returning at 11.15pm.
NEW NIGHT DIVE
2 GUIDED DIVES
$240 PER PERSON
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A1 - Kuranda in a Day!
Kuranda in a Day! is an unguided budget tour combining return Hotel Transfers, the famous Kuranda Scenic Rail and Skyrail Cableway into a relaxing scenic day trip.
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. 
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Daintree Walkabout
Daintree Walkabout Tour takes you through ancient rainforests and back to the Dreamtime with the local Kuku Yalanji tribe. Dine at Silky Oaks Lodge, then cruise the Daintree River and spot a crocodile, enjoy tropical fruit tastings and spend time in the historical town of Port Douglas.

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
 
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Get High Up Top & Dive Down Under
Get High up Top &
Dive Down Under!
Includes:-
Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
Free Semi Sub tour
10 min scenic heli flight
Only $209 p/person
**SAVE $100**
*reef levy of $20/person extra
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Ocean Spirit Dinner Cruise
Dinner Cruise!
A perfect way to end a perfect day
Only $89 per person
*Including all Basic Beers, Wine & Softdrinks!
*not valid with any other offer
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Upolu Reef & Oyster Reef
CRUISE & INTRO DIVE!
Visit two beautiful reef
locations in one day...
Book Ocean Spirit's Upolu & Oyster Reef snorkel cruise for $99 or include an Intro Dive for just $135!
No experience necessary
From $99 per person
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A1 - Kuranda in a Day!
Kuranda
SKYRAIL & TRAIN
The most popular day tour including return transfers from your Palm Cove hotel
Only $100 Per Person
Includes Kuranda Train, Skyrail & free time to explore Kuranda Village
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Barron Half Day Rafting
Great rafting for first timers!
Half Day Barron River
White Water Rafting

ONLY $108 P/PERSON
(plus $25 pp National Park Levy)
Afternoons only, departs daily
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A1 - Kuranda in a Day! - Cairns

A1 - Kuranda in a Day!

Best Value Train & Skyrail daytrip!
  • Kuranda Village & Markets
  • Train & Skyrail & hotel transfers
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KURANDA SCENIC RAIL

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

Travel between 01/April/2010 & 31/March/2011
All prices shown in Australian Dollars
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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Stay at The Hotel Cairns and receive the complimentary use of a Smart Car to explore the region as you please!
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Get High Up Top, Dive Down Under!

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Outer Reef Cruise
Intro or Cert Dive
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Reef Magic

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 

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