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Cairns in a Day - Kuranda

Cairns in a Day - Kuranda

Definitely worth doing based on 14 reviews

Duration: 9 - 10 hours (approx.)

Location: Cairns, Australia

Product code: 3262_CAIRNS

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Hit the rails, the rainforest, the sky and the reef in an action-packed day trip from Cairns! You’ll take the Kuranda Scenic Railway from Cairns, go shopping in the Kuranda Markets, ride the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, soar over the Great Barrier Reef on a scenic helicopter flight, take a lunchtime cruise on the reef, then spend the afternoon swimming, snorkeling or diving before cruising back to Cairns. What a rewarding day out!

Have your camera ready aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway to take photographs as the train winds its way around Horseshoe Bend and past Stoney Creek Falls and Barron Falls. At Kuranda Markets you’ll have free time to shop for locally made arts and crafts before taking a ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Make sure to have your camera ready as you glide over the rainforest canopy and glimpse tantalizing views of Cairns’ beautiful coastline.

From lush tropical rainforest it’s on to the blue expanse of the Great Barrier Reef and your spectacular thirty-minute helicopter flight to the Outer Reef. From the heli pontoon at Hastings Reef, you will be transferred to the high-speed vessel Osprey V to enjoy a delicious tropical lunch.

After lunch you will have more than two hours to snorkel and swim. Then it’s time to relax and enjoy the live entertainment onboard this luxury vessel as you sail back to Cairns at the end of a packed, fulfilling day.

Schedule Details
Cairns in a Day - Kuranda

Skyrail Cableway and Osprey V Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise

Departs: Daily

Unavailable Dates:
  • December 25 (Christmas Day)
  • January 01 (New Years Day)
Departure Point: Your Cairns city accommodation OR Freshwater Railway Station Departure Time: 8:30am
Pick up from your Cairns city accommodation will commence from 7.30am. You will be required to call at least 48 hours prior, to reconfirm exact pick up time. Contact numbers will be available on your voucher once you have made a booking. Return details: Tour will return to Cairns at 5.00pm. Transfers then commence to your accommodation Hotel Pickup: Hotel transfers are available for an additional cost, payable direct to the driver on the day of travel. Please advise your full hotel name and address at time of booking. Round-trip hotel transfer costs are as follows:
  • Cairns city: AUD$16 per person
  • Trinity Beach and Smithfield: AUD$24 per person (minimum 2 passengers)
  • Palm Cove/Clifton Beach/Kewarra Beach: AUD$25 per person (minimum 2 passengers)
  • Trinity Beach and Smithfield: AUD$24 per person (minimum 2 passengers)
Itinerary: 7:30am/8:30am

From Cairns to Kuranda by Scenic Train. Free time to explore Kuranda Markets and Village

11:00am

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

12:15pm

Transfer to Helicopter tour

1:00pm

20 minute spectacular helicopter flight to the Outer Reef

1:30pm

Transfer to the high speed vessel Osprey V. Tropical lunch included onboard. After lunch you have over 2 hours to snorkel, swim or a scuba dive. Please note: If you wish to scuba dive, there is only time for one dive.

3:45pm

Return cruise on luxurious vessel to Cairns with live entertainment (changes daily)

5:00pm

Arrive Cairns, transfer to accommodation
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Cairns in a Day - Kuranda
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Additional Information
Inclusions:
    • Return transfers to your Cairns accommodation only
    • Historical Scenic Train - Kuranda Rail
    • Skyrail Cableway
    • Reef Helicopter Flight
    • Tropical lunch (Vegetarian meals available)
    • Guided snorkeling tour and equipment
    • Live entertainment
    • Afternoon Tea
    • One way cruise from Outer Great Barrier Reef to Cairns on Osprey V
Exclusions:
  • Meals and beverages other than stated above
  • Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax), payable direct, AUD$10.00 per person
  • Hotel transfers (payable direct)
  • Introductory and certified diving (payable direct)
Additional Info:

    • This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
    • Confirmation for this product will be received at the time of booking
    • Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
    • There is a maximum of 6 passengers permitted per helicopter
    • All passenger weights for the helicopter flight MUST be advised at time of booking. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call the flight operator and advise them of this information directly. The operator contact details will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking. Any individual weighing over 110kg will be required to pay an extra 50% of an additional seat in order to fly
    Snorkeling:

    Please consider wind strength or the roughness of the sea before booking. Please be aware that snorkeling may be a strenuous activity. Your level of fitness and any existing medical conditions should be considered prior to snorkeling. Buoyancy vests are available onboard the vessel.

    Diving:

    For both first time and certified divers - a history of asthma, ear and heart conditions and any other medical conditions may preclude a passenger from scuba diving unless a current Australian Diving Medical can be shown to the instructor. It is advisable to discuss any existing medical condition with the Down Under Helicopter staff before embarkation. All intending divers over the age of 65 years must provide a current Diving Medical certificate. All divers must complete a medical questionnaire/declaration onboard the vessel prior to diving and their fitness to dive will be assessed by the diving instructor. The minimum age for the Introductory Dive is 12 years. (Additional charge)

    Flying:

    In the interest of safety, we recommend you do not fly on high altitude flights within 48 hours of your last dive. It must be noted that all helicopter flights with Down Under Helicopters are low altitude flights, flying to less than 500ft.

    What to Bring:

    • Hat, sunscreen and a shirt for sun protection
    • Swimming costume (bathing suit) and a beach towel
    • Cash or credit card for onboard payment of extras (optional tours, beer, wine, soft drink, chocolates, under-water snorkeling camera)
    • Certified divers must show a 'C' card
    Introductory Dive (Optional Activity):

    It's fun, it's easy, with professional dive instructors who can take you on your first dive. All equipment is included. Try a FREE Scuba Lesson which takes approximately 10 minutes. Please note that some medical conditions and medications may preclude you from diving. Minimum age for diving is 12 years and a parent or guardian must sign a release form if aged between 12 and 18 years.(Additional charge)

    Certified Diving (Optional Activity):

    All equipment is included. Age restrictions apply. Some medical conditions and medications may preclude passengers from scuba diving and divers MUST be certified. Certified divers must show a 'C' card.(Additional charge)

Local Operator Information:

Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

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Reviews from other travelers
Absolutely loved it

Fantastic day. A little bit rushed to see Kuranda but the rest was absolutely perfect. Helicopter trip ...  Read more ›

Keith G, United Kingdom, December 2007
Absolutely loved it

Fantastic tour with great help when needed. Could have had a bit longer in Kuranda but the Skyrail ride, ...  Read more ›

Sandy N, Australia, February 2008
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