Green Island Day Tour and Kuranda Train and Skyrail
This Green Island day tour and Kuranda Train and Skyrail tour package delivers two excellent tours for one great price!
You really can not visit this region without seeing these 2 World Heritage sites. This is is the only place in the world you get to see these magical locations right next to each other! You’ll have it all covered in this great package.
Green Island
White sandy beaches surround green Island, lush tropical rainforest and Australia’s Great Barrier Reef and what better way to get there and experience this that with the Green Island Reef Cruise
Choose to snorkel, dive, stay dry or view the spectacular underwater reefs on a glass bottom boat or laze on the white sandy beach.
Green Island offers an array of activities to suit all abilities and is ideal for non-swimmers.
Stroll through magical rainforest, laze on white coral sand beaches, swim, dive or snorkel
There is a wide range of optional activities to experience on Green Island. Scuba dive, join a snorkel excursion and even walk underwater with Seawalker helmet diving.
Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail
Located about 20 minutes north of Cairns, the Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail offers fantastic views of the rainforest and an unforgettable day in Kuranda Village.
This tour combines two of the regions most popular tours:
Both the Historic Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail gondola over the rainforest.
Let the adventure begin.
A bit about the Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail:
The Kuranda Scenic Train winds through the Kuranda Range for 37km. Your 90-minute journey will take you past steep ravines and cascading waterfalls within Barron Gorge National Park.
Sit back and relax while you take in the views. Meanwhile, audio commentary will explain the unique history of the Tropical North.
The Skyrail:
Not only beautiful but sustainable too! Skyrail is an excellent example of ecotourism.
Specifically engineered for breathtaking views, there’s no better way to see the rainforest! As the Skyrail takes you high above the canopy, your view of the rainforest will be completely unrestricted.
Stop off at not one but two different stations to explore the rainforest further:
Red Peak Station provides a beautiful walk along a boardwalk through the trees. Barron Falls Station provides a spectacular view of the famous Barron River Waterfalls.
Green Island
You can choose your preferred departure times from Cairns and Green Island! By default, departure time will be 8.30 am from Cairns and 4.30 pm from Green Island. Please get in touch if you would like to change these times (subject to availability)
Travel time to Green Island Day Tour is approx. 45 minutes
Cairns To Green Island
Departs 8:30 10:30
Arrival 9.20 11:20
Green Island to Cairns
Departs 14:30 16:30
Arrival 15:20 17:20
Kuranda
Your tour starts with a pickup from right outside your Cairns City hotel. Then, it’s off to the train station first. After the train, you arrive in the rainforest village of Kuranda.
Here, you’ll have free time to explore the region further. Finally, your journey on the breathtaking Skyrail begins.
At the base of the Skyrail, meet up with your air-conditioned coach, which will take you back to your hotel.
Green Island – Full Day
- Return air-conditioned fast catamaran cruise
- Half Day or up to 7 hours on Green Island
- Tea and coffee served until departure from Cairns
- Self Guided Eco-Walk
- Choice of Glass Bottom Boat coral viewing tour OR use of Snorkelling Equipment*
- Use of island swimming pool exclusive for Great Adventures guests
- Use of day visitor facilities.
Kuranda
- Return Bus Transfers (from Cairns City Accommodation only)
- Kuranda Scenic Rail
- Skyrail Gondola
Green Island has plenty of optional activities to choose from
- Lunch from several different casual outlets or Emerald’s Restaurant.
- Scuba Diving
- Helmet Diving
- Flotation Vests & Lycra Suits
- Scenic Helicopter Tour
- Coach Transfers from Cairns Business Area or Northern Beaches
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Cash/Credit card for purchases
- Camera, hat, sunglasses
- Swimming clothes
- Bottle of water
For your Green Island tour, make your way to the Reef Fleet Terminal for check-in.1 Spence Street, Cairns QLD
Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail pick up & drop off provided from your Cairns city centre accommodation
Green Island Day Tour and Kuranda Train and Skyrail
Essential Kuranda Skyrail and Train
Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Any changes to the booking (date, names, etc) incur a $20 administration fee.
We are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during our standard business hours (9 am-5 pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent via email to: [email protected]. Any emails received outside of these hours will be considered received the following day.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
- 20% cancellation fee 24 hours or more before departure
- 100% cancellation fee within 24 hours before departure and for "No Show"
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather, etc.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation, and medical cover.
Terms And Conditions
This website acts as a booking agent only for the tours advertised herein. Although we endeavour to provide accurate information we are not liable for inaccurate information concerning services.
• Children’s prices are from 4 – 14 years of age. Infants 3 and under travel for free if nursed.
• We are not liable for changes to tours, pricing or itineraries; all of which are subject to change without notice.
• Neither this site, nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of
damage, delay or personal injury.
• All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. In a medical emergency, any evacuation, vessel relocation, medical or other
expenses are the financial responsibility of that passenger.
• Please inform us of any special requirements prior to your date of travel; such as dietary requirements, allergies, mobility and disability issues. This can be done in the 'Booking Message' section of your online reservation or by contacting our friendly reservations team
• Bus transfers may vary by 10 minutes either way due to traffic conditions. Please wait at your accommodation 10 minutes prior to pick up time
Please refer to our website for our full Terms & Conditions: https://hotgetaways.com.au/about-hot-getaways/terms-conditions/
Green Island Eco Adventure
Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Any date and/or name change will incur a $20 administration fee.
We are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during our standard business hours (9 am-5 pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent via email to: [email protected]. Any emails received outside of these hours will be considered received the following day.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
- 20% cancellation fee 24 hours or more before departure
- 100% cancellation fee within 24 hours before departure and for "No Show"
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather, etc.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation, and medical cover.
Terms And Conditions
This website acts as a booking agent only for the tours advertised herein. Although we endeavor to provide accurate information, we are not liable for inaccurate information concerning services.
- Children: 4-14 years, prices as shown, 3 years and under cruise free of charge.
- Family Fare is 2 adults and 2 children of the same family.
- We are not liable for changes to tours, pricing, or itineraries; all of which are subject to change without notice.
- Surcharge: Due to potential significant volatility in supply & operational costs a surcharge may be applied due to unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, any charge will be collected on departure.
- Neither this site nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of personal belongings, property damage, delay, or personal injury.
- All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation, and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. In a medical emergency, any evacuation, vessel relocation, medical or other expenses are the financial responsibility of that passenger. Please be aware that scuba diving and other in-water activities are not covered by all travel insurance companies.
- Please inform us of any special requirements before your date of travel; such as dietary requirements, allergies, mobility and disability issues. This can be done in the 'Booking Message' section of your online reservation or by contacting our friendly reservations team
Please refer to our website for our full Terms & Conditions: https://hotgetaways.com.au/about-hot-getaways/terms-conditions/