A crocodile with its mouth wide open emerges from water surrounded by green lily pads in the lush wetlands of Kuranda.
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Kuranda Scenic Rail and Hartleys Crocodile Adventure Tour

from A$266
11 hours 25 mins
Cairns
All ages (infants free)
Free cancellation (24hr prior)
This tour operates during the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway upgrade. It runs daily until 18 August 2026, then Mondays and Tuesdays only from 19 August to 25 October 2026. From 26 October 2026 the Skyrail resumes daily operation and this rail-and-coach combination is replaced by the regular Kuranda, Skyrail & Scenic Rail tours.

Jump aboard the Kuranda Scenic Rail from Freshwater Station, soak in rainforest and waterfalls en route to Kuranda Village, then spot crocs and wildlife at Hartleys Crocodile Adventures. Finish with a luxury coach drive back to Cairns in true local style.

  • A crocodile with its mouth wide open emerges from water surrounded by green lily pads in the lush wetlands of Kuranda.
  • A large crocodile leaps from the water towards a Kuranda tour boat window as passengers watch and take photos.
  • A zookeeper wearing sunglasses shows a yellow and brown snake to an audience seated in an outdoor amphitheatre surrounded by lush Kuranda greenery.
  • A man holds a koala while two smiling girls stand beside him; a woman and others are in the background with green trees around, capturing a joyful moment in Kuranda.
  • A white coach parked in a car park, featuring a large image of a bird’s face and the text DOWN UNDER TOURS.com on the back, serves as transport for unforgettable journeys to Kuranda.
  • Outdoor market in Kuranda with colourful clothing and decor stalls, people browsing items, lush trees overhead, and a dog lying on the ground.
  • A train crosses a metal bridge over a rocky gorge surrounded by dense green trees and vegetation under a clear blue sky, capturing the scenic beauty of the Kuranda region.
  • A red and white Kuranda train passes in front of a large waterfall cascading down a forested mountainside.
  • A passenger train travels on a curved elevated track through the dense green forest and hills of Kuranda under a clear blue sky.
  • A colourful Kuranda train travels through dense green forest, curving around a rocky outcrop and steep cliff on a hillside.
  • A crocodile with its mouth wide open emerges from water surrounded by green lily pads in the lush wetlands of Kuranda.
  • A large crocodile leaps from the water towards a Kuranda tour boat window as passengers watch and take photos.
  • A zookeeper wearing sunglasses shows a yellow and brown snake to an audience seated in an outdoor amphitheatre surrounded by lush Kuranda greenery.
  • A man holds a koala while two smiling girls stand beside him; a woman and others are in the background with green trees around, capturing a joyful moment in Kuranda.
  • A white coach parked in a car park, featuring a large image of a bird’s face and the text DOWN UNDER TOURS.com on the back, serves as transport for unforgettable journeys to Kuranda.
  • Outdoor market in Kuranda with colourful clothing and decor stalls, people browsing items, lush trees overhead, and a dog lying on the ground.
  • A train crosses a metal bridge over a rocky gorge surrounded by dense green trees and vegetation under a clear blue sky, capturing the scenic beauty of the Kuranda region.
  • A red and white Kuranda train passes in front of a large waterfall cascading down a forested mountainside.
  • A passenger train travels on a curved elevated track through the dense green forest and hills of Kuranda under a clear blue sky.
  • A colourful Kuranda train travels through dense green forest, curving around a rocky outcrop and steep cliff on a hillside.

Quick read before you book.

  • Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Rail through Barron Gorge and past stunning waterfalls
  • Browse Kuranda Village markets and quirky boutique shops
  • Travel in a luxury air conditioned coach with live commentary on scenic rainforest and coastal routes
  • See Hartleys Crocodile Adventures wildlife presentations, including the Crocodile Attack Show and Wetlands Cruise
  • Marvel at Hartleys saltwater crocodiles in a dramatic death roll display
  • Take in Kuranda Range and Great Barrier Reef Drive views

What’s included

  • Coach transfer from Cairns to Freshwater Station
  • Kuranda Scenic Rail ticket to Kuranda
  • Luxury coach transport to Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
  • Entry to Hartleys Crocodile Adventures
  • Wildlife presentations including Wetlands Cruise, Snake Show, Crocodile Attack Show, and Cassowary feeding
  • Bonus lunch voucher
  • Coach return to Cairns

Commonly asked questions.

Your fare includes return luxury coach transfers from Cairns with a local driver-guide, the Kuranda Scenic Railway journey, free time to explore Kuranda Village, coach transfer and entry to Hartley's Crocodile Adventures, a 25-minute Wetlands Boat Cruise, and a $24 lunch voucher for Hartley's Lilies Restaurant. You'll also receive discount vouchers for selected Kuranda attractions.

The tour departs Cairns at 7:15am. It runs daily until 18 August 2026, then operates Mondays and Tuesdays only from 19 August to 25 October 2026 while the Skyrail Cableway progressively reopens. Exact days can vary, so check availability for your travel date when booking.

Adult fares start from A$266, with children (aged 4–14) at A$138 and a family rate (2 adults and 2 children) available. Infants aged 0–3 travel free but must be declared at booking so a seat can be reserved.

Yes. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures is an award-winning wildlife park home to Australia's iconic saltwater crocodiles, with wildlife presentations and a 25-minute cruise on Hartley's Lagoon where you can see crocodiles in their natural setting.

You receive a $24 lunch voucher to use at Hartley's Lilies Restaurant. Meals and refreshments in Kuranda are at your own expense.

Yes. The tour includes return coach transfers from a wide range of Cairns accommodation. You'll select your pickup point when booking, or you can meet at the Down Under Tours depot at 26 Redden Street, Cairns.

Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are best for the boardwalks at Hartleys, along with sunscreen, insect repellent and a water bottle for the day.

Yes. Down Under Tours asks all guests to call and reconfirm their pickup details the day before travel, since exact times vary by accommodation.

Down Under Tours runs a dedicated wheelchair friendly coach and can talk through the best options for your needs, so get in touch with them directly before booking if you have mobility, vision, hearing or cognitive needs.

You'll have a few hours before the coach departs Kuranda at midday, plenty of time for the Heritage Markets, boutique shops and cafes. Have a look at our Kuranda guide for more on what's worth fitting in.

Read more? Here’s the full description.

Most Kuranda day trips send you home once the markets close. This one keeps going, from a heritage rail journey through Barron Gorge to a full afternoon face to face with saltwater crocodiles.

You board the Kuranda Scenic Railway at Freshwater Station and wind your way up through World Heritage rainforest, past waterfalls and around the Gorge, arriving in Kuranda with time to explore the village markets and boutique shops at your own pace.

At midday you swap the train for a luxury air conditioned coach, tracing the Kuranda Range and the Great Barrier Reef Drive with a local driver guide sharing the stories behind the views. Your next stop is Hartleys Crocodile Adventures, where boardwalks lead you past saltwater crocodiles, a wetlands boat cruise, and wildlife shows including the Crocodile Attack Show and Cassowary feeding.

Refuel with your included lunch voucher at Hartleys Lilies Restaurant before the coach carries you back to Cairns. Explore what a full day in Kuranda really looks like, check availability for your travel dates, and when the timing suits, Book Now.

Additional info by the operator.

Location: Cairns, Freshwater Station, Kuranda Village, Hartleys Crocodile Adventures Tour Category: Attraction Primary Activity: Scenic Rail Journey, Coach Tour, Wildlife Park Experience Operator: Down Under Tours Departure Time: 7:15am from Cairns, with Kuranda departure at 12 noon. Exact return time not specified by the operator.