Kuranda is a small town in Far North Queensland in the Daintree National Park. As it is located very close to Cairns and the journey is scenic, it is an extremely popular day trip.
Adventure Travel & Tours in Kuranda
Adventure Travel represents over 1,000 hostels, hotels, tour companies & attractions across Australia that we can book for you often at a discouted rate. At Adventure Travel we also operate a number of our own tours.
Currency used in Kuranda
In Kuranda the standard currency used is the Australia Dollar. The Australia dollar comes in denominations of 5c ,10c ,20c ,50c ,$1 & 2$ coins, and $5, $10, $20, $50 & $100 notes. Most bars, restaurants, backpacker hostels, shops and Adventure Tour desks in Kuranda all take credit card, eftpos and cash. There is several cash machines in Kuranda all which dispense the Australia Dollar currency. To check the Australian dollar exchange rate against a foreign currency then click here.
Backpacker Hostel Accommodation & Hotels in Kuranda
In Kuranda there is a number of Backpacker Hostels and Hotels where we can pre - book your accommodation. If you are looking for a budget hostel bed the click here or if you are looking for more luxurious accommodation then click here.
Discounted Travel Insurance
Adventure Travel offers a range of Backpacker Insurance policies at heavily discounted rates. We understand that you are on a budget and prefer to save your money to backpack around the world.
Security in Kuranda
Kuranda in Australia is a very safe place to travel with 1,000's of visitors touring through Kuranda every year. This is a popular destination for sailing enthusiasts, sunlovers, families and backpackers. To check any foreign office information on Australia you can click here.
Weather in Kuranda
The weather in Kuranda is seasonal with 2 distinctive seasons : May - Oct (Dry Season), Nov - April (Green Season) To get more information on the weather in Kuranda, Australia, then click here.
Travel to Kuranda
Drive from Cairns via the Captain Cook and Kennedy Highways. The trip takes approximately 40 minutes. The Kuranda Scenic Railway is a leisurely two-hour trip 300 meters up and 34 kilometers out from Cairns. The Skyrail Rainforest Cableway just outside Cairns for great views of the rainforest canopy.
There is also a shuttle bus between Kuranda and Cairns.
Things to see and do in Kuranda
Birdworld - Birdworld is a large mesh canopy, open to natural light in which you can wander among free flying birds armed with an identification sheet to pick them out. The birds are divided evenly between colourful parrots and drab quails and doves with the addition of some cassowaries fenced away from people wandering around the circuit.
Kuranda Koala Gardens - The Koala Gardens is a small wildlife zoo housing Australian native animals. In addition to koalas there are kangaroos, crocodiles, snakes and lizards. Visitors can hold a koala and have their picture taken.
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary - The butterfly sanctuary is an aviary containing rainforest butterflies
Kuranda is famous for its market. They run everyday and have a wide range of crafts or flea markets.
Tours / Packages Related To: Kuranda
Aboriginal Culture, Sky Rail & Rainforest Experience Departing your hotel we travel northwards to the Aboriginal Culture Park. Situated on 25 acres of land owned by the Tjapukai people at Caravonica, north of Cairns, Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park is a stunning theatrical interpretation of Aboriginal culture from the beginning of time...
From $335 AUD
Kuranda Pamagirri Experience Tour Departs 0800 Returns 16000845 Skyrail from Caravonica. Journey takes approx 30-40 minutes with 2 station along the way. Red Peak & Barron Falls. On arrival in Kuranda, you may take a short walk into the village for your free time or catch the free shuttle bus. Wander through the s...
From $149 AUD
Train, Skyrail, Rainforest - Kuranda Tour The Classic Kuranda Experience allows extra free time to explore the Heritage Markets and shops in Kuranda. Kuranda Scenic Railway – Wind through tunnels and over bridges on this magnificent journey, passing Stoney Creek and Barron Falls. Kuranda Village – Wander th...
From $212 AUD
Train, Skyrail, Rainforest - Kuranda Tour Our premium Kuranda tour - the best way to maximise your Kuranda AND Australian Experience, where you’ll get to explore indigenous culture, native wildlife and World Heritage rainforest all in one day. Kuranda Scenic Railway – Wind through tunnels and over bridges on t...
From $222 AUD
Barron River Rafting & Kuranda Adventure Includes Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Includes Army Duck Rainforest Tour, Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, Koala & Wildlife Park.
From $215 AUD
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60 minute Helicopter Flight - ex Cairns “A dream flight come true!”Enjoy a 60 minute flight with stunning views of Cairns City Highlights, fly over Copperlode Dam and up through the Barron Gorge to view the Kuranda Rainforest. Witness the incredible change as Green turns to Blue as you fly out over Double Island and ...
From $529 AUD
Outback & Atherton Tablelands Tour Witness the diverse landscapes of Tropical North Queensland, crossing rich tropical rainforests and agricultural fields on the Atherton Tablelands into the Gulf Savannah Plains of the Outback. Venture south of Cairns through Gordonvale then onto the Tablelands via the Gillies Highway. ...
From $145 AUD
Kuranda Rainforestation Adventure Including a full day at Rainforestation, this tour is ideal for visitors who have already experienced Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Travel the scenic Kuranda Range to the multi-award winning Rainforestation Nature Park and experience its three diverse attractions. Later ...
From $69 AUD
Green Island & Kuranda Combo Combine the two World Heritage listed natural wonders of Tropical North Queensland. Day One Kuranda Scenic Railway Kuranda Village Rainforestation Nature Park Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience Army Duck Rainforest Tour Koala & Wildli...
Moore Reef Cruise & Kuranda Rainforest Tour Truly the ultimate Tropical North Queensland experience - two magical days exploring two of the world's greatest natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef and the tropical rainforests. Reef adventureYou'll spend Day One discovering the beauty and magnificence of the Outer Bar...
From $403 AUD
Cairns to Airlie Beach Backpacker Tour North Queensland offers a playground of natural attractions for you to explore over the next 7 days. You’ll experience everything from sailing in a tropical paradise to ancient lush rainforests. With plenty of meals included, quality budget accommodation already sorted and heaps to keep ...
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Airlie Beach to Cairns Backpacker Tour North Queensland offers a playground of natural attractions for you to explore over the next 7 days. You’ll experience everything from sailing in a tropical island paradise to ancient lush rainforests. With plenty of meals included, quality accommodation already sorte...
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9 Days Gulf Savannah Wanderer Enjoy a guided accommodated tour on the Gulf Savannah Wanderer. It features Cairns, the Savannahlander, Karumba, Lawn Hill Gorge and Undara Lave TubesDay 1: Cairns - ChillagoeDepart Cairns at 7.00am. We wind our way up the Kuranda Range to Mareeba and beyond. Travel on to Chillagoe, where we will to...
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Darwin to Cairns Gulf Country Safari Welcome to the “Land of the Never Never” as we explore the wilderness out tropics. We start at the unique city of Darwin that has risen from WW2 and Cyclone Tracy. We then tour through the remote areas of Australia’s outback and changing landscapes to the Queensland border. Enjoy t...
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Gold Coast to Cairns Backpacker Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting the major highlights on your journey north over the next 11 days, culminating in an evening aboriginal cultural experience tailor-made exclus...
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12 Days East Coast Explorer Cairns to Sydney Discover Australia’s eastern coast on AAT Kings’ East Coast Discovery. Enjoy a 4WD tour on Fraser Island, Byron Bay, Daydream Island, Atherton Tablelands, the Great Barrier Reef & CairnsDay 1: Arrive CairnsOn arrival in Cairns you will be transferred to your hotel. Make the most of y...
From $3609 AUD
14 Day Sydney to Cairns Coach Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting the major highlights on your journey north over the next 14 days, culminating in an evening aboriginal cultural experience tailor-made exclus...
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15 day Sydney to Cairns Coach Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting the major highlights on your journey north over the next 15 days, culminating in an evening aboriginal cultural experience tailor-made exclus...
From $2630 AUD
Cairns to Sydney Backpacker Tour When it comes to dazzling natural attractions, golden beaches and pristine waterways, Australia’s East Coast has the lot. You’ll be visiting some of these on your journey south over the next 15 days, kicking off your tour with an adventure to the World Heritage Daintree Region.&nbs...
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Alice Springs to Sydney Adventure Tour From the heart of the Red Centre to the golden coast this adventure allows you to experience two very different sides of Australia. You’ll combine rich red outback dust with white sandy beaches; wicked coastal nightlife and massive clear night stars! This is one very cool adventure...
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Sydney to Alice Springs Adventure Tour From cosmopolitan cities to the rugged outback; and the golden beaches to the tropical rainforests, you’ll be seeing all this and more over the next 25 days! Combine these fabulous sights from Sydney to Alice Springs with two awesome crew and fellow travellers who will become life-long friends...
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Sydney to Darwin Adventure Tour From cosmopolitan cities to the rugged outback; and the golden beaches to the tropical rainforests, you’ll be seeing all this and more over the next 25 days! Combine these fabulous sights from Sydney to Darwin with two awesome crew and fellow travellers who will become life-long friends and yo...
