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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway - Kuranda, QLD, Australia
19 Oct — 20 Oct2
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About Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Stretching 7.5 kilometres above the Barron Gorge National Park in Queensland’s Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, the Skyway Rainforest Cableway is one of Cairns’ most popular tourist attractions. This multi-award winning cableway was the first tourism attraction in the world to receive the Platinum EarthCheck Accreditation and was the longest of its kind when completed in 1995.

The Skyway Rainforest Cableway travels between Smithfield and Kuranda over the rugged McAlister Range, offering passengers a bird’s eye view across the treetops of this protected wilderness area within six-seater gondola cabins. There are two rainforest stations en route at Red Peak and Barron Falls where guests can get out and explore the boardwalks which traverse the forest floor. There are expansive views on offer from the lookout points, and a Rainforest Interpretation Centre is also situated at the Barron Falls Station. In recent years, the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway has collaborated with local indigenous guides who conduct walking tours from the Barron Falls Station, offering guests an insight into these traditional Djabugay lands and Aboriginal culture. Profits from the Skyrail help to support its Rainforest Foundation which raises funds for vital research into rare and endangered tropical rainforest species, and the ongoing protection of the rainforest. The Skyrail has not only been voted as Australia’s best major tourist attraction but has become a world leader in eco-tourism for its role in protecting this pristine environment. It takes around 90 minutes one-way or 2.5 hours return along the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, with many visitors opting to combine it with a ride on the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway.

Skyrail’s Smithfield Terminal is situated around 15 minutes’ drive from Cairns and 50 minutes’ drive from Port Douglas. There are regular coach services offering drop-off and pick-up services from both destinations, and it is a popular inclusion in day tours offered through travel agencies.

While the idea for the Skyrail was put forward as early as 1987, construction did not begin until June 1994 following extensive consultation with government agencies and local communities, including the Djabugay Tribal Aboriginal Corporation. It opened to the public in August 1995 with 47 gondolas and has since expanded to more than 100 standard gondolas, luxury glass-floor gondolas, and ranger-escorted open-air gondolas.

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  • What is a good hotel near Dwarakadhish Temple?

    Hotel Gomti is a good hotel close to Dwarakadhish Temple - it has scored 8.3 over 47 reviews from HotelsCombined users.

  • What is a good hotel in Skyrail Rainforest Cableway near Golden Temple?

    Ramada by Wyndham Amritsar is the most recommended hotel near Golden Temple on HotelsCombined (scoring 8.2 over 1,679 reviews).

  • Is there a good hotel near Baga Beach?

    Close to Baga Beach you will find Acron Waterfront Resort, which has a rating of 7.8 over 141 HotelsCombined reviews.

  • How much do hotels in Skyrail Rainforest Cableway cost?

    Searches in the last 72 hours suggest an average price of around ₹ 1,765/night is normal for a hotel in Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

  • How much is a cheap hotel near Skyrail Rainforest Cableway?

    Prices for Skyrail Rainforest Cableway hotels have been found for as low as ₹ 1,681/night over the last 3 days.

  • What are the most popular landmarks to visit in Skyrail Rainforest Cableway?

    If your travel plans to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway are flexible, we recommend visiting at least one of the following most popular landmarks: Dwarakadhish Temple, Golden Temple, or Baga Beach. Dwārka is the city you should stay in if you want to visit Dwarakadhish Temple. Staying in Amritsar is preferred if you want to visit Golden Temple. To visit Baga Beach, it’s most convenient if you stay in Baga.

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