Activities for Rainy Days

If it's raining outside your Cairns accommodation it doesn't mean you have to stay put and wait for the sun to come out. There are quite a few activities which are actually enhanced by the wet season. Below I have listed a few ideas:

Kuranda Train & Skyrail Day Trip
Visiting Australia's Tropical Rainforests in the rain is a magical, must-do experience. If you are here during the wet season (between December & April) and we have had some heavy rain, the waterfalls & rainforest along the train tracks up to Kuranda are a sight not to be missed. And what better way to see them than from the comfort of the classic Kuranda Train as it winds its way up the mountain to Kuranda, or the bird's eye view from one of Skyrail gondolas as they travel between Cairns & Kuranda.

The journey offers magnificent views, rolling cloud formations hug the majestic rainforest-clad mountain ranges, shrouding this ancient environment in a cloak of moisture-laden mist. The rainforests respond with an array of flowers, fruit and new growth, making now a particularly spectacular time to visit this World Heritage listed area.

On Skyrail, you will glide through the clouds in fully-enclosed gondola cabins, enjoying unrivalled views over the rich rainforest canopy of the Barron Gorge National Park. Two rainforest mid-stations allow you to explore and learn more from the forest floor. Enjoy a Ranger guided boardwalk tour at Red Peak Station, and soak up the majesty of the mighty Barron Falls from one of the three lookouts at Barron Falls Station. 

The Kuranda Train & Skyrail travel right past the magnificent Barron Falls giving you the best possible view and photo opportunity.

You can book the "Kuranda in a Day Package" with us which includes transfers to and from your accommodation. Just follow the links to the right for more info on packages available.

White Water Rafting on the Tully River
Your going to get wet anyway so don't let the rain stop you! This is with out a doubt the most exciting way to immerse your self in the heart of the North Queensland Rainforest. The Tully River is the best white water rafting experience in Australia and with a bit of rain behind it the experience is even better. The day trip is run by professionals and very safe. Minimum age is 13 years. It's great fun!

The Tully River is located south of Cairns. We have packages available including transfers from Cairns & Mission Beach.
Follow the links to the right to get more info on the packages available.

Barron River Half Day Rafting
The Barron River is a little less extreme than the Tully and only 20 minutes from Cairns. This half day adventure departs from Cairns and Port Douglas daily. During the wet season the Barron River dam overflows and the White Water Rafting trip jumps from grade 2 to grade 3 rapids. Great for Families! Your guide will give you comprehensive safety instructions and the world's best Rafts are used.

Follow the links to the right to get more info on the packages available.
 
Rainforest Dome
The Rainforest Dome is located in 20 metre high glass dome on top of the casino. Here you will see the huge saltwater crocodile "Goliath" in his unique pen with an underwater glass viewing tank. The Rainforest Dome also houses many other native animals including fresh water crocodiles, turtles, frogs, snakes, koalas and many free flying birds all in a very well presented rainforest environment.

The Rainforest Dome is open 7 days from 8am - 6pm. Access is via the lifts in the casino lobby.
At time of writing the entry fee was 22 per adult and 11 per child.