Waterfall, Wetlands and Skyrail
- The only tour to visit Cattana Wetlands
- Full-day tour from 8.30 am to 7.30 pm
- Operates Monday to Friday from Cairns
This Waterfall, Wetlands & Skyrail tour is Cairns’s newest tour. With our knowledgeable guided tour, set off on an incredible journey through some of Cairns‘ most intriguing natural beauties. Firstly, your trip starts at the tranquil Cattana Wetlands, where a professional driver guide takes you through a forest of immaculate feather palms. Discover the distinctive plants and animals that live in this peaceful marsh as you go around the placid Jabiru Lake.
Go further into Barron Falls‘, or Din Din’s, cultural diversity next with a special tour led by a Djabugay Aboriginal Cultural Guide. Experience a customary Calling to Country and learn about the deep meaning of this breathtaking waterfall for the Djabugay people.
Next, enjoy a delicious meal at Australia’s oldest coffee plantation and biggest papaya grower, Skybury Coffee Plantation. Savor dishes that feature the distinctive coffee and papaya flavors of Skybury while admiring the breathtaking vistas of the Tablelands. For a genuinely unique experience, savour a sample of coffee liqueur and coffee grown nearby.
At the quaint, family-run Emerald Creek Ice Creamery, indulge your palate with four distinct varieties of freshly made, locally sourced ice cream that are made right there.
Finish the day with an incredible ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. This cableway soars over and through the breathtaking World Heritage-listed rainforest, stopping at Red Peak and Barron Falls stations. Moreover, marvel at the breathtaking views from the lookouts and take advantage of free guided boardwalk tours at Red Peak Station. Finally, return back to your accommodation via coach.
Highlights
The newest full-day tour in Cairns, visiting Cattana Wetlands, Barron Falls, and so much more!
Itinerary
Tour Starts: 8am Departs Cairns || Tour Finishes: 6pm Returns Cairns
- Pick-up from your Cairns CityAccommodation
- Cattana Wetlands with driver-guide
- Barron Falls with Djabugay cultural guide
- Skybury Coffee Plantation including Lunch, Coffee & Coffee Liqueur Tasting
- Emerald Creek Ice Creamery, including Ice Cream Tasting
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
- Drop-off at your Cairns City Accommodation
Included
- Experienced Local Driver Guide
- Luxury Coach Travel
- Cattana Wetlands Guided Walk
- Morning Refreshment
- EXCLUSIVE Make Travel Matter® experience at Din Din – Barron Falls – with a Djabugay Cultural Guide
- Delicious Tropical Lunch, Coffee and Coffee Liqueur Tasting
- Locally produced Ice Cream at Emerald Creek Ice Creamery
- One-way experience on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
What to bring
- Your ticket / Voucher
- Comfortable clothes and walking shoes
- Camera
- Hat and sunglasses
- Insect Repellent
- Umbrella (in rainy weather conditions)
- Bottle of water
Important Information
Skyrail Upgrade – Altered Tour Dates (20 July to 25 October 2026)
Please note that the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway will undergo a major refurbishment during 2026–2027. As a result, this tour will operate in an altered format between 20 July and 25 October 2026.













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