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Barron Falls, Cattana Wetlands, & Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Tour, Cairns

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Duration: 9.5 hours (approx.)

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Experience Cairns at its best with the Barron Falls, Cattana Wetlands, & Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Tour. This full-day guided tour takes you through Tropical North Queensland's stunning waterfalls and lush rainforests via a scenic Skyrail cableway or rail journey. Starting from Cairns, enjoy round-trip coach transfers with stops at key locations like Barron Gorge for an memorable exploration of nature’s wonders.

Experience Tropical North Queensland on an all-day excursion featuring waterfalls, wetlands, and rainforests with either Skyrail or scenic rail.

Witness lush landscapes, including Atherton Tablelands and Barron Gorge, while stopping at essential rainforest and waterfall sites during this guided tour.

Take a guided walk through Cattana Wetlands, explore Barron Falls with an Indigenous Djabugay guide, savor a tropical lunch, enjoy coffee tasting, and delight in ice cream stops along the way.

Soar above the rainforest canopy via Skyrail, making stops at Red Peak and Barron Falls stations for boardwalks and lookout views.

Opt for aerial rainforest vistas with Skyrail or choose Kuranda Scenic Rail to ride a heritage train through Barron Gorge.

Entry to the Full-day tour of Barron Falls and Cattana Wetlands

Access via Round-trip coach transfers from Cairns

Ticket for One way transfer on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway or the Kuranda Scenic Rail (as per option selected)

Use of Experienced local driver guide services

Admission to Exclusive Make Travel Matter® experience at Barron Falls with a Djabugay Cultural Guide

Guided tour through Cattana Wetlands

Includes Tropical lunch, coffee & coffee liqueur tasting at Skybury Coffee Plantation

Covers Ice cream tasting at Emerald Creek Ice Creamery

Return for Morning refreshment

Individual Spending

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Your Experience

Savor an exclusive full-day guided tour that takes you on an adventure across Tropical North Queensland’s stunning waterfalls, wetlands, and rainforests. Whether soaring above the treetops via Skyrail cableway or journeying by scenic rail, this experience is truly memorable.

Getting Started

This complete day tour includes round-trip coach transfers from Cairns and nearby areas. Your adventure begins with a luxury coach ride through the Atherton Tablelands and Barron Gorge, offering guided stops at key rainforest sites and waterfalls along the way.

What to Expect

  • Dive into waterfall & wetland discovery as you explore Cattana Wetlands' palm forests on a guided walk. Learn about Barron Falls (Din Din) from an experienced Djabugay Indigenous guide, uncovering its cultural significance.
  • Indulge in a rainforest dining experience with lunch at Skybury Coffee Plantation. Located as Australia’s oldest coffee plantation, enjoy tasting sessions of coffee and coffee liqueur amid scenic Tablelands views.
  • Start the Skyrail Rainforest journey, gliding over World Heritage-listed forests via the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Stop at Red Peak and Barron Falls stations for stunning boardwalks and lookout points.
  • Sweet treats stop: Enjoy locally crafted ice cream from Emerald Creek Ice Creamery along with a morning refreshment during your journey.
  • Upgrade option (optional): Opt for either the one-way Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ride to enjoy panoramic rainforest views or experience the Kuranda Scenic Rail, offering a heritage train journey through Barron Gorge.
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What to bring

    You'll need a camera, binoculars, and bottled water for your trip.

    Restrictions on what’s allowed

    • This tour is not suitable for guests under 4 years old.

    No outside food or alcohol; illegal substances are strictly prohibited onboard the cruise.

    Accessibility information

      The experience accommodates wheelchair users. Ensure wheelchairs do not exceed dimensions of 63cm x 95cm and can tilt backwards to lift front wheels for Skyrail entry.

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      Book your tour in advance, especially during peak season, to secure a spot on this full-day excursion through Tropical North Queensland's scenic landscapes and attractions.

      Prepare for the day by bringing essentials like your camera, binoculars, and bottled water to enhance your experience at Barron Falls, Cattana Wetlands, and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

      If traveling with a wheelchair, ensure it meets size requirements (63cm x 95cm) for accessibility on this tour, which accommodates guests of all mobility levels.

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      FAQs

      This experience is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchairs should not exceed 63cm x 95cm, and must be capable of being tilted backwards to raise front wheels on entry to the Skyrail.
      This experience is restricted for guests under 4. Outside food, alcohol and illegal substances are not allowed onboard the cruise.
      Bring your camera, binoculars, and bottled water.

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