About the Tour
Experience two of Tropical North Queensland’s most iconic attractions across two unforgettable days with the Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda Experience. This exciting package combines a full day exploring the outer Great Barrier Reef with Great Adventures and a second day discovering the rainforest village of Kuranda with Tropic Wings.
Your reef day takes you to the Great Adventures Outer Reef Pontoon, where you can snorkel, relax, enjoy a buffet lunch and experience the beauty of the Great Barrier Reef. Suitable for swimmers and non-swimmers alike, the pontoon offers easy access to the reef with optional activities available including scuba diving and scenic helicopter flights.
On your Kuranda day, journey through the World Heritage-listed rainforest aboard the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway and glide above the rainforest canopy on the spectacular Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Enjoy free time in Kuranda Village before heading to Rainforestation Nature Park, where you can ride aboard a historic Army Duck, hand-feed kangaroos, meet native wildlife and enjoy the authentic Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience.
This 2-day package is one of the best ways to experience the reef, rainforest, wildlife and culture of Tropical North Queensland without needing accommodation included.
FAQs
Is accommodation included in this package?
Can non-swimmers enjoy the reef day?
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Why You Will Love It
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- Explore the Great Barrier Reef across a full day adventure
- Ride the famous Kuranda Scenic Railway through rainforest scenery
- Glide above the rainforest canopy on Skyrail
- Visit Rainforestation Nature Park and ride an Army Duck
- Experience Aboriginal culture with the Pamagirri Experience
- Meet native Australian wildlife including kangaroos and cassowaries
- Enjoy one of Cairns’ best reef and rainforest combinations
Who This Tour Is Perfect For
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- Visitors wanting to experience both reef and rainforest
- Families looking for a fun and educational adventure
- International travellers exploring Cairns for the first time
- Couples seeking a memorable Tropical North Queensland experience
- Nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts
- Guests without a rental car wanting organised touring
- Travellers wanting a 2-day Cairns experience package
Conclusion
The Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda Experience combines two of Cairns’ most unforgettable adventures into one incredible 2-day package. From colourful coral reefs and marine life to rainforest rail journeys, Aboriginal culture and native wildlife, this experience showcases the very best of Tropical North Queensland. Perfect for visitors wanting to maximise their time in Cairns, this package offers relaxation, adventure and iconic Australian experiences all in one.
Book Now
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- Secure your Great Barrier Reef and Kuranda Experience today
- Limited availability during peak holiday periods
- Instant confirmation available
- Experience the reef and rainforest in one easy package
Highlights
Highlights
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- Full day Great Barrier Reef pontoon experience
- Kuranda Scenic Railway journey
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway experience
- Rainforestation Nature Park entry
- Historic Army Duck rainforest tour
- Pamagirri Aboriginal cultural experienc
- Wildlife encounters including kangaroos and cassowaries
Itinerary
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Great Barrier Reef Adventure
Board your Great Adventures vessel from Cairns and cruise to the Outer Reef Pontoon. Spend the day snorkelling, relaxing and enjoying optional reef activities. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch before returning to Cairns in the afternoon.
Day 2 — Kuranda Rainforest Experience
Travel aboard the Kuranda Scenic Railway through World Heritage rainforest before enjoying free time in Kuranda Village. Continue to Rainforestation Nature Park for your Army Duck tour, wildlife encounters and Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience before returning via the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Included
What’s Included
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- Great Adventures Outer Reef Pontoon experience
- Return reef cruise from Cairns
- Buffet lunch on reef day
- Kuranda Scenic Railway ticket
- Skyrail Rainforest Cableway ticket
- Rainforestation Nature Park entry
- Army Duck rainforest tour
- Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience
- Wildlife Park entry
- Return transfers
Optional Extras
Optional Extras
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- Introductory scuba diving
- Certified scuba diving
- Scenic helicopter flight
- Souvenir photos
- Snacks and beverages
- Kuranda shopping and local markets
What to bring
What to Bring
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- Swimwear and towel
- Reef-safe sunscreen
- Hat and sunglasses
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera or phone
- Reusable water bottle
- Spending money for optional extras
How to get there
How to Get There
This tour departs from Cairns with return transfers included. Guests staying in Cairns accommodation can access convenient pickup points for both touring days.
For visitors staying in Port Douglas or Northern Beaches accommodation, additional transfer arrangements may be available.
Important Information
Important Information
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- Tour operates over 2 separate days
- Accommodation is not included
- Weather conditions may affect reef activities
- Some optional activities incur additional costs
- Bring comfortable clothing suitable for tropical conditions
- Children must be supervised at all times
- Moderate mobility required for some experiences
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