Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comKuranda Scenic Railway, Skyrail and Tjapukai Cultural Park Day Trip
based on 12 reviews
Duration: 9 hours (approx.)
Location: Cairns, Northern Beaches, Palm Cove and Port Douglas area, Australia
Product code: 2570KQST
12 reviews of Kuranda Scenic Railway, Skyrail and Tjapukai Cultural Park Day Trip
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A good day with lots of things to see and do. Efficient pickup and drop-off. Friendly helpful driver and guide. Very well organised. The train and Skyrail were stunning journeys. Tjapukai was well structured, with plenty of things to do and see. Perhaps a little too long in Kuranda. It's a fairly interesting place, but you can 'do' it in 1.5 hours. I would recommend doing this tour; it was run by a very reputable company, and I felt that it was a quality event.
Reviewed by: Andrew J, United Kingdom, August 2008
The train and rail ride is a great way to take in the beautiful scenes, the stop at Kuranda Village had plenty of shops. The Tjapukai Aboriginal Park is a must, great way to learn about the indigenous people of Australia. You also get to learn and actually throw the spear and boomerang.
Reviewed by: James H, Japan, January 2008
Brilliant, and great views. Best to do the one with the train ride first. I paid extra to have GOLD CLASS. Viator doesn't offer this, but I asked when I arrived as I saw it advertised. It may be worth ringing ahead in case it is full. The extras were complimentary drinks--champagne, wine, beer, soft drinks--snacks, and a souvenir pen. Main thing: You had an armchair to sit in, a guaranteed window seat, and room to move from side to side to get the best views.
Reviewed by: Gillian P, United Kingdom, December 2007
This was a wonderful "no pressure" trip. We were picked up at our hotel and returned at the end of the day. We did everything on our own time. We also got a chance to talk with Aboriginal people at the Cultural Center, which was enlightening.
Reviewed by: Hary S, United States, November 2006
I thought this tour was excellent.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States, September 2006
The train ride was very scenic and Skyrail had great views out to the ocean. It's so quiet floating above the rainforest canopy. The highlight though was Tjapukai, it was interesting hearing the stories and about the culture of the Aboriginal people of the area.
Reviewed by: Kerrie O, Australia, April 2008
This was a nice full day of activity. We loved the town of Kuranda, there was good shopping there, and we enjoyed the Koala Gardens! The train ride and sky rail were peaceful and serene, but we found the Tjapuki Tour most interesting!
Reviewed by: Ronald F, United States, February 2008
Very good tour.
Reviewed by: Robert H, United Kingdom, December 2007
Had done this trip before but for the two family members I travelled with this was their first time. The Down Under staff were extremely helpful, always there to ensure the whole day ran smoothly and on time. They were courteous and friendly throughout.
Reviewed by: Martin B, United Kingdom, February 2007
Well, without getting 'gushy' I thought the tour was well worth the expense. Everyone involved with the event / tour were pleasant, professional, and efficient. The scenery, the activities made for a most pleasant and enjoyable time. I will recommend this tour to my friends in the USA should they visit Australia, especially the Cairns area.
Reviewed by: Robert Edward P, United States, December 2006
Very professional staff on tour made for an enjoyable day.
Reviewed by: Kenneth B, South Africa, September 2006
The "scenic" rail was boring. Only one part of the train trip was a nice view - the remaining 50 minutes you really couldn't see anything especially if you were seated on the inner side. The Kuranda village was cute, lots of tourist shops, although we did do a nice little family friendly hike around the outside of the village which got us away from the bulk of the tourists. The Skyrail was the best part of the package, which can also be done on its own - great views over the rainforest and its about a 45 minute ride. The Tjapukai center was a joke, but the boomerang throwing was kind of fun - however you only get 2 throws.
Reviewed by: Brian L, United States, October 2007
