Kuranda, Reef and Rainforest 3-day tour package⭐
Experience the best of Far North Queensland with this exciting three-day package! Discover the Kuranda Scenic Train and Skyrail, explore the stunning Great Barrier Reef, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Daintree Rainforest. This action-packed Daintree, Reef, and Kuranda tour has it all.
Plus, you have the flexibility to enjoy the itinerary in any order that suits you. Here’s a sample itinerary:
DAY 1: Kuranda Train and Skyrail
This Kuranda tour combines the Kuranda Scenic Train and the world-famous Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. A great way to experience Kuranda.
Next, we all board the historic Scenic Train while we climb up the mountain past Barron Falls. Then, along the way, learn about the history of the Tropical North. Explore the local markets with plenty of eating options and Aussie wildlife attractions to experience when you reach Kuranda.
Then, travel high above the rainforest on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. This cable car experience has extraordinary views of the rainforest. During this tour, soar silently only meters above the rainforest canopy. Next, take in the incredible views of the mighty Barron Falls.
DAY 2: Australia’s Great Barrier Reef
Next up, visit the Great Barrier Reef with Reef Experience! This Reef tour offers unbeatable inclusions, starting with breakfast, visits to two stunning Reef locations, snorkelling, and even a complimentary scuba dive*!
Explore two pristine Outer Great Barrier Reef sites, both offering incredible opportunities for snorkelling and diving.
DAY 3: Cape Tribulation and Daintree
On your last day, embark on an unforgettable Cape Tribulation Wildlife Tour through Tropical North Queensland! Start with a visit to Port Douglas and explore the Wildlife Habitat on a guided tour. Cross the Daintree River for a delicious lunch at Mason’s Café, followed by a refreshing swim in a freshwater swimming hole. Discover the world’s oldest rainforest with a local guide and visit Cape Tribulation Beach. Indulge in tropical ice cream at the Daintree Ice Cream Company, then enjoy stunning views at Alexandra Lookout. End with a Daintree River cruise to spot Estuarine Crocodiles.
- Kuranda, the Village in the Rainforest
- Great Barrier Reef
- Daintree Rainforest and Cape Tribulation
Kuranda Itinerary
- Your tour starts with a pick up from right outside your hotel.
- Then, it’s off to the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway to glide above the Rainforest.
- After the Skyrail, you arrive in the rainforest village of Kuranda.
- Here you’ll have free time to explore the region further.
- Visit the historic Kuranda markets, the Butterfly Sanctuary or Koala Gardens.
- Then return over the Rainforest your journey on the Kuranda Scenic Rail begins.
- At the Cairns Railway Station, you will meet your air-conditioned driver coach, which will take you back to your accommodation.
Great Barrier Reef Itinerary
- 07:30 Board Reef Experience vessel at the Marlin Jetty, Cairns
- 08:00 Then cruise to the Outer Great Barrier Reef
- 08:30 BBQ Bacon and Egg Rolls (vegetarian option available)
- 8:40 Next scuba diving and snorkelling briefing
- 9:00 Marine Biologist presentation
- 09:30 Arrive at our first spectacular reef site
- 12:30 Delicious BBQ Lunch
- 13:00 Cruise to our second reef location
- 5:00 Depart the Great Barrier Reef for Cairns
- 15:30 Next, enjoy a glass of wine, tropical fruits, cheese and biscuits
- 16:30 Arrive back in Cairns
Daintree Rainforest Itinerary
- Bus transfers commence from Cairns City accommodation
- Next, visit The Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas
- Then, cross the Daintree River on a cable-driven ferry
- Alexandra Lookout
- Mason’s Cafe for Lunch
- Cape Tribulation Beach and Rainforest boardwalk
- Enjoy delicious ice-cream at Daintree Ice Cream Company
- Daintree River Cruise while spotting wildlife
- Next, drop off for Port Douglas Accommodation
- Drop off at Cairns Accommodation
Kuranda Inclusions
- Return Bus Transfers from Cairns City Accommodations
- Kuranda Scenic Rail
- Skyrail
Great Barrier Reef inclusions
- Up to 5 hours at two pristine Outer Great Barrier Reef locations
- Unlimited morning and afternoon Snorkeling
- Buoyancy vests and noodles are available for easy flotation for all passengers
- Snorkelling equipment and tuition
- FREE Certified Scuba Dive (licenced) or Resort Scuba Dive (no experience necessary) for everyone who is over the age of 12 and medically fit scuba (Medical Conditions Apply Click Here for More Information)
- Interactive Marine Biology Presentation
- Breakfast includes bacon and egg BBQ Roll, Coffee, Tea and fruit platter
- Delicious BBQ Lunch with an assortment of fresh salads
- Cheese and fruit platters, wine or cordial
- Hot Tea and coffee while the boat is stationary
- Cairns city bus transfers to and from your accommodation
- Reef friendly sunscreen is available onboard
- All Government Levies and Taxes included
Daintree Rainforest Inclusions
- Pickup and Return to Cairns Accommodation
- Great Barrier Reef Drive
- Wildlife Habitat entry
- Tropical Lunch
- Cape Tribulation Beach
- Rainforest Walk
- Alexandra Lookout
- Delicious ice cream at Daintree Ice Cream Company
- Daintree River Cruise
- Qualified, knowledgeable and experienced Driver Guides
- All National Park Fees and Levies
Great Barrier Reef optional extras
- Great Barrier Reef Marine Biologist guided snorkel tour
- Underwater digital camera hire
- Great Barrier Reef souvenirs – T-shirts, hats etc
- Bar purchases – soft drinks, alcohol and snacks
- Great Barrier Reef Guided dives for qualified scuba divers
- Prescription masks
- Bus transfers from accommodation outside of the Cairns Business Area.
Kuranda: what to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Cash/Credit card for purchases
- Bottle of water
Great Barrier Reef: what to bring
- Cash / Credit Card
- Swimwear and Hat
- Voucher if applicable
- A certification card for certified scuba divers
Daintree Tour: what to bring
- Camera
- Insect repellent
- Hat
- Water Resistant 15+ sunscreen
- Walking shoes
- Swimming costume
- Towel Food or money for drinks and meals
All of these tours include pick-up from your Cairns City accommodations.
If you are staying close to the Cairns Marina, boarding starts at 7:30 am for Reef Experience, located on Finger A, Marlin Marina, Cairns.
- This tour is not suitable for children 3 years old and under.
- Please note this tour does not include overnight accommodations.
Important information for scuba diving
Your Safety is Our First Priority – Our mission is to provide the best Great Barrier Reef experience.
The Queensland Government Code of Practice regulates us, and we comply with all of them. We recommend that all passengers complete our dive medical questionnaire before booking.
Some medical conditions, age, and medications may prevent you from scuba diving. Please check out Reef Experience Medical Questionnaire
Flying after Scuba Diving
For a single no decompression scuba dive, you should not fly or go to altitude for at least 18 hours after a scuba dive. You should not fly for 24 hours after your last dive for multiple dives.
If Skydiving or Hot Air Ballooning, you must wait 24 hours after your dive.
We recommend waiting a minimum of 24 hours whenever possible.
Kuranda, Reef and Daintree (3 day)
Essential Kuranda Skyrail and Train
Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Any changes to the booking (date, names, etc) incur a $20 administration fee.
We are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to make sure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during our standard business hours (9 am-5 pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent via email to: [email protected]. Any emails received outside of these hours will be considered received the following day.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
- 20% cancellation fee 24 hours or more before departure
- 100% cancellation fee within 24 hours before departure and for "No Show"
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather, etc.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation, and medical cover.
Terms And Conditions
This website acts as a booking agent only for the tours advertised herein. Although we endeavour to provide accurate information we are not liable for inaccurate information concerning services.
• Children’s prices are from 4 – 14 years of age
• Please call to re-confirm your trip 48 hours in advance on +61 7 4037 2700
• We are not liable for changes to tours, pricing or itineraries; all of which are subject to change without notice.
• Neither this site, nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of
damage, delay or personal injury.
• All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. In a medical emergency, any evacuation, vessel relocation, medical or other
expenses are the financial responsibility of that passenger.
• Please inform us of any special requirements prior to your date of travel; such as dietary requirements, allergies, mobility and disability issues. This can be done in the 'Booking Message' section of your online reservation or by contacting our friendly reservations team
• Infants 3 and under travel for free if nursed.
• Bus transfers may vary by 10 minutes either way due to traffic conditions. Please wait at your accommodation 10 minutes prior to pick up time
Great Barrier Reef Tours, Reef Experience
Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 48 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Any changes to the booking (date, names, etc) incur a $20 administration fee.
We must notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to ensure you submit your cancellation request with adequate time, and during our standard business hours (9 am-5 pm), to allow us to contact the tour provider. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent via email to [email protected]. Any emails received outside of these hours will be considered received the following day.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
- 20% cancellation fee 30 days or more prior to departure
- 50% cancellation fee if within 30 days prior to departure
- 100% cancellation fee within 14 days prior to departure
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather etc.
All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. No refund or compensation will be issued for unused equipment, prepaid/pre-booked courses and/or Scuba dives, or guides if you cannot complete the entire tour. Please see Scuba Diving – Important Information below.
Terms And Conditions
This website acts as a booking agent only for the tours advertised herein. Although we endeavor to provide accurate information, we are not liable for inaccurate information concerning services.
Check-in: If you are Making your own way (no return transfers booked), please check-in and board at 7.30 am. Reef Experience is located on A Finger, at Cairns Marlin Marina.
Terms and Conditions:
- Children’s prices are from 4 to 11 years of age. If booking as a certified diver, adult rates apply. Children 3 years of age and under can travel for free.
- Open-Dated Ticket: In certain cases, Open-Dated tickets may be issued. These tickets are valid indefinitely but are non-refundable. Any fare increase must be paid at the time of rebooking. Once a customer accepts an Open-Dated ticket, the cancellation policy applicable to the original booking date will remain in effect.
- Schedules, vessels, dive locations, and itineraries are subject to change without prior notice due to unforeseen circumstances, with full consideration for your safety and enjoyment. We reserve the right to adjust tours, schedules, prices, and itineraries at any time without notice. We are not liable for any changes, cancellations, or delays, and we accept no responsibility for any loss, additional expenses, or out-of-pocket costs incurred as a result, whether caused directly or indirectly.
- Neither this site nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, any loss, any damage, delays, deaths or personal injury.
- All passengers are strongly advised to purchase Comprehensive Travel Insurance that covers personal injury and the events, including but not limited to your cancellation for any reason and the cancellation or alteration to the scheduled itinerary for reasons involving weather or passenger, crew or vessel safety. Please read your insurance policy's wording carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. Please be aware that all travel insurance companies do not cover scuba diving and other in-water activities. In a medical emergency, any evacuation, vessel relocation, medical expenses, or other expenses are the passenger's financial responsibility.
- The passenger acknowledges and consents to Reef Experience taking photographs or video recordings during the course of this activity/tour. The passenger acknowledges and consents to Reef Encounter receiving and using images of the passenger from third parties and using these images for marketing and promoting its services.
- Please inform us of any special requirements 48 hours before your travel date, such as dietary requirements, allergies, mobility and disability issues. This can be done in the ‘Booking Message’ section of your online reservation or by contacting our friendly reservations team.Scuba Diving – Important Information:
- All Certified Divers must present a valid Certification Card. Failure to present a Certification Card may result in the customer being unable to participate in scuba diving. They can enjoy snorkelling activities instead. No refunds would be offered.
- Minimum age for Introductory Diving is 12 years old. Minimum age for certified diving and Open Water Course is 10 years old. All junior divers must either be accompanied by a certified parent or guardian or must dive with a dive professional at an additional charge. If the diver is under the age of 18 years, parental or guardian consent is required for that diver to undertake a dive. The parent or guardian should sign the medical declaration as witness.
- Upon arriving at our vessel and before commencing any dive activities, all passengers must complete our liability forms. All information provided must be strictly accurate. If during the tour, it becomes apparent that a form has been incorrectly completed, either by omission or false statement, we reserve the right to prevent any customer from undertaking any scuba diving or snorkelling activities while on board our vessel. Any decision made in this regard will be at the absolute discretion of the Dive Crew aboard the vessel.
- The dangers and risks associated with scuba diving in an open ocean environment under variable conditions apply to our tours. We reserve the right to prevent any customer from participating in scuba diving if we determine that they are physically or medically unsuitable to do so or if it is in the best interests of our crew or other scuba divers. Our crew are trained professionals, and it is up to their sole discretion who they take diving and/or snorkelling. No refunds would apply.
- Please remember you must allow 24 hours from your last dive before flying.
Medical Conditions & Medications:
Queensland, Australia has some of the strictest scuba diving rules in the world but also the safest scuba diving record. We are regulated by the Queensland Government Code of Practice and comply with all rules including medical as is the law.
- All passengers participating in any Scuba activities must complete a Medical Questionnaire. If you’ve answered yes to any questions or take any prescribed medication, you will need further medical clearance. This must be arranged prior to your day of departure.
- Medication: DO NOT presume that by taking medication is controlling your medical conditions, and you should be fine to scuba dive, as it is the medication that can be the problem when scuba diving. Particularly prescribed medication may require a medical clearance.
- The medical certification should be provided in English, preferably by a medical practitioner with experience in diving medicine, within 90 days prior to the scuba dive. The certificate must state that the person is medically fit to dive.
- No refunds on uncompleted dives due to medical conditions and/or prescribed medications or change of mind.
- If you do have any pre-existing/existing medical conditions or are taking any medication whatsoever and are not sure whether you will be deemed medically fit to Scuba Dive, please get in touch with our Office at 07 4037 2700 or email us at [email protected], we will be only too happy to help you if we can. Alternatively, the best thing to do is to consult your own Doctor for a medical clearance to scuba dive.
Peak Season Surcharge - To be paid onboard on the day of travel:
➢ A Surcharge of $100 per person applies to 25 December 2024 & 2025 – Christmas Day
➢ A Surcharge of $50 per person applies to the following days:
• 26 December 2024 – Boxing Day
• 18, 19, 20 & 21 April 2025 – Easter weekend
• 26 December 2025 – Boxing Day
Daintree Rainforest Animals
Cancellation Policy
A minimum of 48 hours' notice is required to re-schedule or alter all or part of a reservation.
Any date change will incur a $20 administration fee.
We are required to notify the operator of any cancellations within the specified cancellation period. It is your responsibility to ensure you submit your cancellation request within adequate time and during standard business hours (8 am to 5 pm, closed on public holidays) to allow us to contact the tour provider. All cancellation requests must be in writing and sent via email to: [email protected]. Any emails received outside of these hours will be considered received the following day. Please be aware that cancellation attempts made through online chat or phone will not be processed.
Cancellation fees are as follows:
- 20% cancellation fee 24 hours or more before departure
- 100% cancellation fee within 24 hours before departure and for "No Show"
There will be no refund of any part of your tour costs should you fail to arrive at a scheduled tour departure time. Tour departures may not be delayed due to passenger circumstances - including events beyond your control, medical problems, airline delays, weather etc.
Terms And Conditions
This website acts as a booking agent only for the tours advertised herein.
Although we endeavour to provide accurate information, we are not liable for inaccurate information concerning services.
It is recommended all bookings are confirmed 48 hours in advance of the tour departure by calling +61 7 40372700.
• Children’s prices are from 4 – 14 years of age. Family rates, where shown, are for 2 adults and 2 children.
• Neither this site, nor any associated company or agent advertised through this site is responsible for your costs or losses resulting from alterations, cancellations, loss of damage, delay or personal injury.
• The operator will endeavour to adhere to all tour details as published, however, circumstances beyond our control, such as road, weather conditions or routine maintenance, may require us to alter/cancel any route, itinerary, departure or completion time, without notice but with full consideration for your enjoyment.
• All passengers are strongly advised to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation insurance, evacuation and medical cover. Please read the wording of your insurance policy carefully and ensure it covers you for all potential activities. In a medical emergency, any evacuation, vessel relocation, medical expenses, or other expenses are the passenger's financial responsibility.
Reviews
There are no reviews yet