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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Things To Do Smithfield, Cairns, Queensland
Adventure and Outdoors Tours
Embark on a fascinating journey of discovery over and through the ancient rainforest in the Barron Gorge National Park. Glide above the canopy with spectacular views of the rainforest, Coral Sea and Cairns Highlands, then descend to explore the forest below.
Enjoy complimentary Ranger Guided Tours, immersive Rainforest Discovery Zone, engaging interpretive displays unlock the secrets of this mystical landscape at Red Peak. Discover more at Barron Falls, marvel at the rugged beauty of the Barron Gorge and majestic Barron Falls / Dindin from The Edge Lookout.
Connect with the Dreamtime Stories of the Djabuganydji bama, the Traditional Custodians of this land with in-gondola commentary via Skyrail’s multilingual Audio Guide App.
Accessible to people of all ages and abilities, Skyrail is the must-do ancient rainforest experience in Tropical North Queensland. Skyrail looks forward to welcoming you to one of the most biologically diverse and fascinating rainforests on Earth. Join the commitment to preserving the Wet Tropics World Heritage Rainforest, where they are acting to protect the natural environment for future generations, creating advocates, and a greater appreciation for a sustainable future.
Open daily with pre-planned preventative maintenance dates, listed on the visitor information tab of the official Skyrail website.
Services
From $71 to $107
Embark on a fascinating journey of discovery in Queensland’s World Heritage Listed Wet Tropics Rainforest.
Learn about plants and animals that existed long before dinosaurs roamed the earth, whose descendants can still be seen today, on a complimentary Ranger Guided Tour at Red Peak. Home to some of the world’s first kangaroos, flowering plants and ancient songbirds, this fascinating living museum is like a window back in time. Explore the Rainforest Discovery Zone at Red Peak and discover the amazing sweeping panoramic views from The Edge Lookout at Barron Falls.
Discover the World’s Oldest Rainforest Story, an exciting collaboration between Buda:dji, the Djabugay people and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Hear the dreamtime stories of the Djabuganydji bama, the Traditional Custodians of this land, in the multilingual Skyrail Audio Guide App. Enhance your experience with in-gondola commentary and more.
Exploring the ancient rainforest on a one-way Skyrail experience takes approximately 90 minutes. For a return (round-trip) experience allow 2.5 hours. Located 15 minutes from Cairns city and 50 minutes from Port Douglas.
Skyrail is accessible for people of all ages and abilities. Open daily with some pre-planned maintenance dates, a list can be found on the official Skyrail website. Advance bookings essential.
Disabled Access
Carpark Electric Vehicle Charging Point Family Friendly Non Smoking Public Toilet
