Kuranda Rainforest, Army Duck and Train Day Tour from Cairns

• Kuranda Scenic Railway
• Free time in Kuranda Village
• Army Duck Rainforest Tour
• Pamagirri Aboriginal Dance Show
• Dreamtime Walk
• Koala & Wildlife Park
• Return Coach Transfers from Accommodation (pick up & drop off)

• Entry fee for the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary – discount available
• Lunch

Return transfers are included from selected Cairns hotels/locations. Please check availability to see pick-up points.

Check availability to see starting times.

• Customer-requested cancellations made at least 6 days prior to travel will receive a refund of 95% of the total booking amount. The remaining 5% will be retained as a non-refundable administration and booking fee. Cancellations made within 5 days of travel will incur a 100% cancellation fee, including no-shows.
• Should supplier be required to cancel or the operation of the tour for any reason, including on the rare occasions due to inclement weather, an alternative date or itinerary will be offered to the passenger. If the alternative date or itinerary cannot be arranged or agreed upon, a full refund will be authorised. If the passenger accepts the alternative date or itinerary, no refunds will be issued.
• Tour itinerary may be subject to change without notice due to weather conditions or operational requirements.
• Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
• Mobile Vouchers are accepted! – Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction

The first part of the day follows a planned program at Rainforestation Nature Park, including the Army Duck rainforest tour, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience and Koala & Wildlife Park. You will then have free time to explore Kuranda Village before boarding the Kuranda Scenic Railway at around 3.30pm for the journey back towards Cairns.

The Army Duck experience lasts around 45 minutes and travels through the rainforest on both land and water. Your Duck Captain will share stories about the surrounding plants and help point out wildlife along the way. You will also visit the Koala & Wildlife Park during the day, giving you more opportunities to see Australian animals up close.

Yes. The mix of wildlife encounters, the amphibious Army Duck, hands-on cultural activities and the Scenic Railway makes the day engaging for both children and adults. Most Rainforestation activities are short, organised and located on paved or covered areas, so families are not expected to complete long rainforest walks.

A small collapsible pram or stroller can be carried on the Kuranda Scenic Railway if it measures no more than 25 centimetres high when folded and fits beneath the seat. Children need to travel in a regular train seat rather than remaining in the stroller. Space for larger or non-collapsible prams is limited and subject to availability.

Rainforestation has ramps, accessible toilets and accessible routes through the wildlife and cultural areas. Boarding the Army Duck requires transferring from the wheelchair onto a rear seat positioned at approximately the same height. The Kuranda Scenic Railway also has an accessible carriage, lifts and wheelchair spaces, although these spaces are limited and need to be arranged in advance. After booking, please contact us with the mobility device dimensions and any assistance required.

Seats are allocated in advance and not every Heritage Class seat is directly beside a window. However, all passengers have access to the rainforest scenery, onboard commentary and the photographic stop at Barron Falls. Views appear on both sides of the train as it winds through the mountains, tunnels and rainforest.

Yes. The tropical rainforest can be especially atmospheric in wet weather, with greener vegetation and more water flowing through the surrounding creeks and waterfalls. The Army Ducks have tarpaulin roofs, and most Rainforestation activities are under cover. The outdoor portions of the program may be adjusted if conditions require it.