MARINE WORLD
REEF MAGIC
OUTER REEF PONTOON
SNORKELLING
GLASS BOTTOM BOAT TOURS
INTRO DIVING OPTION
CERTIFIED DIVING OPTION
TURTLE
SKYRAIL OVER BARRON RIVER
RED PEAK STATION
BARRON FALLS STATION
BARRON FALLS
KURANDA SCENIC RAIL
CROSS OVER WATERFALLS
KURANDA TRAIN STATION
SPECTACULAR SCENERY

2 Day Option 2 - Reef Magic & Kuranda Package is designed for those who want to explore the reef and rainforest at a relaxed pace. 

These 2 daytrips can be done on any two days of your holiday in no particular order. 

Package Inclusions:

Reef:

• 5 hours at 'Marine World' Reef Pontoon
• Unlimited Snorkelling inc. equipment
• Semi Submarine
• Glass Bottom Boat Coral Viewing
• Underwater Observatory
• Hot/cold buffet lunch

Kuranda:

• Return Hotel transfers
• Return Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
• 2-4 hours free time in Kuranda Village

DAY ONE: REEF MAGIC

Visit Australia's latest outer barrier reef platform Marine World located at the eastern end of Moore Reef.

This is the 'Best Value Pontoon Operation in North Queensland'.  "Marine World" is a two level pontoon with upper sun deck.  "Marine World" is perfect for families with a children's swimming enclosure, sheltered seating area, fresh water showers, and a spacious deck area. 

Departs:

• Check in from 8:15am at the Reef Fleet Terminal.
• Daily at 9:00am from the Cairns Marlin Jetty returning at 5:00pm.
• Hotel Transfers are not included, however can be added at an additional fee

Inclusions:

• 90 minute cruise to the reef
• Snorkelling inc. gear and flotation devices
• Reef presentation
• Semi Submarine tour
• Glass bottom boat coral viewing tours
• Hot/Cold smorgasbord lunch
• Morning/Afternoon Tea
• Underwater observatory 
• Maximum of 140 passengers

Optional Extras (at additional cost):

• Introductory Diving requires no experience.  
• All equipment is provided
• Highly trained instructor will be by your side throughout the dive. (subject to onboard medical check).
• Certified divers can experience spectacular wall and drift dives away from the platform.
• A Dive Tender takes you to a different site each dive, and includes wall dives, drift dives, isolated bombies, coral gardens and swim throughs.
• Dive Guides included (all equipment supplied)
• Guided Snorkel Tours
• Licensed Bar & Souvenirs
• Scenic Heli Flights
• Hotel transfers paid directly to bus driver
• Wetsuit hire
• Prescription Lenses available for $5 hire
• Reef Magic Cruises provide an onboard photographer who will capture magical memories and first time experiences on the Great Barrier Reef.

DAY TWO: SKYRAIL CABLEWAY

• Travel in a 6 person gondola cabin
• Panoramic views as you glide above the rainforest canopy on the amazing 7.5km journey
• Gondolas leave the station continuously; bookings are taken in 15 minute intervals
• 2 rainforest mid-stations:
  - Barron Falls: Enjoy spectacular views of the Barron Gorge, state-of-the-art Rainforest Interpretation Centre, lookouts and historical displays.
  - Red Peak: Complimentary guided boardwalk tours are available throughout the day.
• One-way Skyrail experience will take approx. 90 min. to complete
• Return experience will take approx. 2½ hours to complete
• Skyrail operates daily from 9am to 5.15pm with a last departure scheduled for 3.30pm

Your Skyrail experience will commence or conclude at either the Caravonica or Kuranda, depending on your direction of travel:

Caravonica Terminal:  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 with free car parking.

Kuranda Terminal:  Located a short walk from the famous village of Kuranda the ‘Village in the Rainforest’ has numerous attractions including a butterfly sanctuary, a colourful bird aviary, koala park, walking tracks and a diverse range of markets, shops, cafes and restaurants. Depending on your travelling time on Skyrail, we recommend allowing yourself two to three hours in Kuranda which will give you enough time to explore and have some lunch / refreshments.

TRAIN UPGRADE:

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 at 8:30am and 9:30am from Cairns Central Station, 8:45am and 9:45am from Freshwater Station and 2pm and 3:30pm from Kuranda Station. Allow 1.5 hours for this journey.

Hotel Transfers:

• Train up & Skyrail down:
• Departs Daily with Return Hotel Transfers from Cairns, Trinity Beach and Palm Cove
• Hotel pick-up from 7:30-8am OR 8.30-9am
• Kuranda Scenic Rail 8.45am OR 9.45am
• Free time in Kuranda
• Return by Skyrail 1.30pm, 2.30pm or 3.30pm
• Barron Falls & Red Peak Boardwalks
• Transfer back to hotel 4pm or 5.20pm
  
• Skyrail up & Train down:
• Departs Daily with Return Hotel Transfers from Cairns, Trinity Beach and Palm Cove
• Hotel pick-ups are 8.30am, 9.30am, 10.30am & 1.30pm
• Skyrail
• Red Peak & Barron Falls Boardwalks
• Free time in Kuranda
• Kuranda Scenic Rail 2pm & 3.30pm
• Transfer to hotel 3.30pm & 5pm

Self Drive:

If you have your own vehicle, you will not require transfers from your accommodation. This package automatically includes a one-way transfer from Kuranda Scenic Railway’s Freshwater Connection Railway Station to Skyrail’s Caravonica Terminal.

We recommend you enjoy Skyrail up in the morning and the Scenic Railway back in the afternoon. You will find that there is plenty of parking at Skyrail, no wait for transfers to Freshwater station, a cafe and also a short transfer turnaround back to Skyrail when you arrive on the train in the afternoon.

UPGRADES AVAILABLE:

Gold Class Kuranda Scenic Rail:
Gold Class has provided a premium experience, giving you the extra comfort and little bit of luxury, and a most memorable experience

• 9.55am departure from Freshwater station to Kuranda
• 3.30pm departure from Kuranda to Cairns
• Dedicated host service
• Individual seating, lounge-style chairs
• Ambient, historical décor, including timber look flooring, historical photographs and cedar interior
• Kuranda Scenic Railway gift pack including Kuranda Scenic Railway badge, pen, postcard and postage
• Souvenir trip guide
• Optional exclusive tour of the Heritage-Listed Signal Cabin at Kuranda station
• Queensland and local Tablelands produce such as Gallo Dairyland Cheese, Skybury Coffee, Wondaree Macadamias, Manago to Go (100% pure mango "ice-cream" style treat), freshly baked muffins with local fruit, Sirromet wines and Great Northern Brewing Company Super Crisp Lager
• Welcome drinks served 20 minutes prior to departure:
  - Morning service: tropical mocktails served in the pavilion area
  - Afternoon service: served onboard the train

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.

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 includes entry to the Kuranda Koala Gardens, Birdworld and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary. You will have access to all three attractions at a great saving off the normal admission price! Alternatively, you can book entry only to each attraction.

Djabugay Tours:
The Djabugay Aboriginal Guided Tour at Barron Falls provides a fascinating insight into the Aboriginal history, language, culture, stories and traditions of the indigenous rainforest people through a personalised, small group [maximum 10 guests] on a 40 minute guided walking tour through the rainforest. Walk in the footsteps of the Djabugay people on our natural rainforest trails * and discover “Bulurru” – the Spirit of Creation.

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