Kuranda Scenic Railway - Cairns Queensland Australia
Join me for an unforgettable journey on the Kuranda Scenic Railway from Freshwater Village to Kuranda Village.
Kuranda Scenic Railway | Freshwater station to Kuranda | Cairns, Queensland, Australia
The Kuranda Scenic Railway is a railway line that runs from Cairns, Queensland, Australia, over the Great Dividing Range to the town of Kuranda. The tourist railway snakes its way up through the Macalister Range on the Cairns-to-Kuranda railway line which is no longer used for regular commuter services, but instead operates as a tourist service, operating every day of the year, except Christmas Day. It passes through the suburbs of Stratford, Freshwater (stopping at Freshwater railway station) and Redlynch before reaching Kuranda. The line is used for some freight services and other passenger services, such as The Savannahlander.
The railway is 37 km (23 mi) in length.[1] It takes about one hour and 55 minutes to climb one way including the stop off at the falls.[2]
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail
Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail is one of the world's most beautiful and unforgettable rainforest experiences. See more at kurandainfo.com
There are many Kuranda packages available from Cairns so we have collated all the tour options, extras and upgrades from all tour operators so you have everything you need to easily plan and book your ideal Kuranda experience.
Most tours include both the Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail Rainforest Cableway with accommodation transfers.
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Cairns - Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip
Take in views of North Queensland rainforest with the Kuranda Scenic Railway day trip from Cairns.
Experience the rainforest beauty of Far North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Cairns. Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and choose your adventure from a variety of options including the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park or the popular Rainforestation Nature Park.
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Kuranda Scenic Railway II - Kuranda, Australia [HD]
View out of the Kuranda Scenic Railway from Cairns to Kuranda, Australia
Cairns to Kuranda Skyrail and Scenic Railway
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Skyrail Rainforest/Kuranda Scenic Railway day trip travel guide, Cairns, Australia
Skyrail is a 7.5 km long cableway from the Cairns suburb of Springfield to the small town of Kuranda. There are two stopping points where you are encouraged to alight from the capsules and explore the World Heritage Listed rain forest at ground level.
There are two levels of Skyrail travel: standard and Diamond View. The later lets you travel in glass-floor gondolas and you join a priority line at all terminals and stations. It is a great experience which ever level you select.
Kuranda is a village in the rainforest with several interesting attractions. Three of these are situated in the famous tourist market where there are stalls and restaurants to keep every visitor satisfied. This is where you find the Birdworld Kuranda, Koala Gardens and the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary.
Skyrail operates from 8.45am each day. The Kuranda Scenic Railway departs from Freshwater train station at 8.55am and 9.55am. It departs from Kuranda at 2.00pm and 3.30pm.
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KURANDA SCENIC RAILWAY: Kuranda, Queensland, Australia
Kuranda Scenic Railway III - Kuranda, Australia [HD]
View out of the Kuranda Scenic Railway from Cairns to Kuranda, Australia
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway through the tropical rain forest of northern Queensland climbing 328 meters from the coast at Cairns to Kuranda with breathtaking views along the way
Kuranda Scenic Railway, Queensland Australia
We leave Cairns for Kuranda. Traveling on the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway which is a must-do when visiting Cairns.
During the journey that takes 1 hour 45 minutes you'll learn about the history from the late 1800's and the construction of the railway.
You also get to enjoy the wonderful surroundings, rainforest, steep ravines and beautiful waterfalls.
The Kuranda Scenic Railway - Cairns to Kuranda - Queensland - Australia
Kuranda Scenic Railway Cairns Kuranda @ Cairns
Kuranda Scenic Railway Cairns-Kuranda just departed from Cairns. Happy Easter from Australia. Treno Spettacolo del Kuranda Cairns-Kuranda è appena partito da Cairns. Buona Pasqua dall'Australia. 27.03.2016
Cairns to Kuranda Train through the scenic Barron River Gorge
Lineside and on-board footage of the train trip from Cairns to Kuranda through the scenic Barron River Gorge.
The 1067mm (3'6) gauge railway linking Cairns to Kuranda was completed in 1891 and includes in its 37km 15 tunnels and 37 bridges as it claws its way, at an average gradient of 1 in 67, through the rugged Barron River Gorge to ascend 328m to Kuranda.
QR (Queensland Railways) operate 2 Kuranda Scenic Railway tourist trains each and every day (except Christmas) up to Kuranda and back. On the day I travelled, both trains comprised 13 coaches and 2 locomotives, and were well loaded. The trip takes 1 hour 45 minutes each way
Video made September 2010
Kuranda Scenic Railway Freshwater Station
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Kuranda Scenic Railway of Australia 2017
The Kuranda Scenic Railway is the name for the railway line that runs from Cairns, Queensland, Australia, to the nearby town of Kuranda. The tourist railway snakes its way up the Macalister Range and is no longer used for regular commuter services, but instead operates as a travel and tourist service, operating every day of the year, except Christmas Day. It passes through the suburbs of Stratford, Freshwater (stopping at Freshwater Station) and Redlynch before reaching Kuranda. The line is used for some freight services and other passenger services, such as The Savannahlander.
The railway is 37 km (23 mi) in length. It takes about one hour and 55 minutes to climb one way including the stop off at the falls. ~Wikipedia
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Kuranda Scenic Railway I - Kuranda, Australia [HD]
View out of the Kuranda Scenic Railway from Cairns to Kuranda, Australia
Kuranda Scenic Railway＠Cairns, Queensland , Australia
Mar 2001 - Cairns, Australia - Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail
Continuing our Family holiday in March 2001, we took the scenic railway up to the small town of Kuranda and returned by Skyrail cable car.
Kuranda Scenic Railway in Cairns Australia
The iconic Kuranda Scenic Railway, taking travelers from Cairns - Kuranda twice a day along it's scenic & outstandingly beautiful route. A must for visitors! Check out the full blog here -
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