Kuranda

Kuranda isn't just a popular day trip from Cairns - it will be hard to miss. 

The lush rainforest on the hills of Atherton Tablelands makes for an incredible destination. There are plenty of nearby hotels or cabins if you want some peace & quiet while exploring this natural wonderland.

Kuranda is more than just a destination for adventure seekers, and it's also home to some great food and beautiful scenery. The journey there can be an unforgettable experience with so many things waiting in store on your arrival.

Glide through the breathtakingly beautiful rainforests on a cable car, or take an adventure boat ride downriver. Either way, you will be stunned by how much nature has to offer in this one location.

The journey to Kuranda is an adventure in itself. One can take the scenic railway up through lush rainforests and cool ravines, or they may choose self-drive for their trip with views that are just as breathtaking.

The stalls at the Kuranda Markets are a must-see for any visitor to Cairns, Australia. The markets sell handmade crafts, artefacts from indigenous people and other regions around this vast country, and souvenirs such as delicious tropical food items like locally made chocolate or fruit preserves that you can carry and take home with you after your visit.

Visitors to Kuranda can enjoy many other popular attractions, including the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary; Birdworld, which is home to thousands of free-flying birds and various native animals. There's also an option if you're looking more nature-oriented with Rainforestation Nature Park, where your kids will love exploring.

Combining a trip to Kuranda with the Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is an excellent way for visitors looking to enjoy nature and learn about Australia's culture.

The scenic railway and Skyrail cable ride are two different ways to take you through Kuranda. You can either go on the whole day trip from Cairns, which includes these activities in addition to plenty of time for exploration between destinations; or if your interests lie more specifically within nature trails, then stay airborne by taking only one train instead returning back down again after experiencing all that this fantastic destination has offer.

Another local attraction in Cairns:

Cairns Museum

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