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The World’s 100 Best Cable Cars & Mountain Railways

Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Cairns, Australia

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Skyrail Rainforest Cableway

Gondola line between Smithfield and Kuranda, near Cairns, across the rainforest canopy. Riders pass above treetops and stop at Red Peak and Barron Falls boardwalks, then reach Kuranda village.

Highlights

  • Red Peak station
  • Barron Falls lookout
  • Kuranda village

Good to know

  • Book timed tickets in advance
  • Maintenance can cut the route short
  • Rain and wind can cancel the train

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