The Kuranda Scenic Rail is your passport to the beauty of Barron Gorge National Park's incredible beauty. During your ride on one of Australia's most impressive rail journeys, expect to pass by waterfalls, travel through the shade of an immense canopy, and chug along over lush, green gorges!
Green Island is one of the 900 islands of the Great Barrier Reef. It is located 27 kilometres off the coast of Cairns, Far North Queensland. The location is a popular stop for snorkelling and diving tours in the reef.
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is an eco-friendly nature park and native wildlife attraction on Great Barrier Reef Drive near Cairns in Queensland, Australia. The park offers visitors up-close experiences with fearsome crocodiles, cuddly koalas, and other Australian wildlife, in a safe environment.
Michaelmas Cay is one of the two cays that form the Michaelmas Reef. It is located around 33 kilometres from Cairns and is part of the famous Great Barrier Reef. Migratory birds flock to the island, and the shallow waters of the cay are perfect for snorkeling.
Wildlife Habitat is an award-winning zoo located in Port Douglas, Australia. It's home to an array of fascinating animals including birds, reptiles and endangered mammals.
Rainforestation Nature Park is a wildlife reserve and forest park in Kuranda, Far North Queensland. Visitors can see animals native to Australia, learn more about the area's indigenous cultures, and even cuddle a koala.
Located in the rainforest, Skypark Cairns offers a world of adventure, including adrenaline-fuelled activities like Australia's only bungy, Giant Swing, and Cairns' highest viewing platform.
You'll find Skypark Cairns just 20 minutes from Cairns city.
Mamu Tropical Skywalk is an elevated walkway, cantilever, and observation tower located outside of Wooroonoon National Park near Innisfail, Australia. From the Mamu Tropical Skywalk, visitors can explore the flora and fauna of rainforest safely from the forest floor to the canopy, and be rewarded with sweeping vistas from the top of the skywalk.
Birdworld Kuranda is one of Australia’s largest collection of free-flying birds, housed inside a spacious aviary that replicates the creatures' natural habitats. With over 350 birds of every size, colour, shape and description – including Amazonian macaws, a giant cassowary, cheeky rainbow lorikeets, galahs, cockatoos and many more – Birdworld Kuranda is a must for bird and wildlife lovers. Naturally landscaped with waterfalls, ponds, exotic and native plants, Birdworld Kuranda is a place where you can join the birds in their beautiful world.
Kuranda Koala Gardens is a boutique wildlife attraction, located in the world-famous Kuranda rainforest village. Situated in the Kuranda Heritage Markets, the intimate wildlife park is home to an amazing array of Australian animals, including wallabies, wombats, quokkas, gliders, and freshwater crocodiles.
The Spirit of Cairns is a luxury catamaran that sails out of – you guessed it – Cairns. The 26-meter vessel boasts two levels, with air conditioning and a fully licensed bar.
The Daintree Rainforest is the oldest tropical rainforest on Earth. It is home to some of the most biologically diverse flora and fauna to be found anywhere, as well as 80% of the world's fern species.
Visitors can explore this natural wonder north of Mossman and Cairns in Queensland, Australia.
Frankland Islands Reef Cruises is the only company permitted to visit Normanby Island, with visitors restricted to 100 per day, ensuring an air of exclusivity to your trip.
These exclusive day tours include snorkelling, lunch and guided island walks led by marine experts. Certified dive options are available, as well as semi-submersible and glass bottom boat tours, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards. Crossing to the island takes 30 minutes, the shortest travel time of all Cairns Great Barrier Reef trips.
The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is Australia's largest butterfly conservatory. It is located in Kuranda in Far North Queensland, roughly 25 kilometres from Cairns.