Skyrail Cableway
- Address: Cnr of Captain Cook Highway and Cairns Western Arterial Road, Smithfield
- Hours: Open daily
- Admission: From AU$42
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Nature & Wildlife,
Off-the-Beaten Path,
Walking/Hiking,
Gondola
The rainforests of far north Queensland boast unparalled biodiversity, abounding with many unique plant species as well as possums, tree kangaroos, bats and a huge range of birdlife. But you needn’t necessarily rough it to get a taste of this tropical paradise. The Skyrail Cableway takes you on a 4.5 mile (7.5 kilometer) journey in a gondola above and through the tree treetops of the rainforest. Along the way you’ll see the dramatic Barron Gorge and stop off at 2 different points to explore boardwalks which snake through the canopy.
Informative signs along the route mean this is a great way to find out more about a fascinating environment while disturbing it as little as possible. Arriving at Kuranda, you have the chance to visit an aviary and Australia’s largest butterfly sanctuary.
Latest Reviews
Review by Don K, February 2013
Doing what: 2-Day Best of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef
Loved the Great Barrier Reef and the helicopter ride. Great Day!!
Review by Harold P, USA, February 2013
Doing what: 2-Day Best of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef
Great experience in Cairns. Karunda park was absolutely wonderful as well as thre great barrier reef.
Review by richard p, January 2013
Doing what: 2-Day Best of Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef
had a ball
The Cableway is just 15 minutes’ drive north of central Cairns along the Captain Cook Highway, which also goes past the city’s international airport.
