Australian Butterfly Sanctuary Tours & Attractions

Experience the rainforest beauty of Tropical North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Cairns. Enjoy a journey on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and a ride on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. You’ll have free time in the village of Kuranda to browse its markets, have lunch or visit wildlife attractions like Birdworld or Kuranda Koala Gardens or choose the option including Rainforestation Nature Park. (Food, drinks and activities in Kuranda are at your own expense)
Duration: 7 hours.

Experience the ultimate Kuranda visit with a skip-the-line ticket for the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Kuranda Skyrail, plus Gold Class service on the Kuranda Scenic Railway. Be amazed at the views of the rainforest and Cairns' beautiful coastline as you glide along the Kuranda Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Have your camera handy as you travel on the Kuranda Scenic Railway, passing Stoney Creek Falls, Barron Falls and Horseshoe Bend. With plenty of free time to shop and to visit the wildlife exhibits in Kuranda, you'll enjoy the best of the region on this popular day trip.
Duration: 8 hours.

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage Rainforest. Experience the largest flight aviary in Australia at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, the award-winning Rainforestation including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, lunch, the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Duration: 10 hours.

Join a full day tour to Kuranda, in World Heritage-listed rainforest. Experience the award-winning Rainforestation Nature Park including Army Duck tour, the Koala and Wildlife Park, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, lunch, the Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Duration: 10 hours.

Enjoy the tranquility of the rainforest as you soar above the canopy aboard the Skyrail on a day trip to Kuranda from Cairns. Option to upgrade to the popular Rainforestation Nature Park.
Duration: 7 hours.

Experience the rainforest beauty of Far North Queensland on a scenic day trip from Palm Cove. Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway and the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.
Duration: 7 hours.

Enjoy hotel pickup from Port Douglas or Palm Cove (NOT available from Cairns) at 11 am or 8.30 am with a maximum of only 20 guests guaranteeing you personal service and great commentary along the way. Head straight to Kuranda Village up the Kuranda Range and travel through some of the oldest rainforest on earth. On arrival in Kuranda you'll be shown around this, 'Village in the rainforest' famous for its colorful arts and crafts markets leaving you to enjoy the village. After approximately 2-hours in Kuranda it's time for a trip back down the scenic Kuranda range stopping at Henry Ross look out for breath taking views over the region. You'll then head up the coast to stunning Palm Cove where you'll be shown the palm fringed Esplanade before enjoying a cold drink, or cocktail (at own expense) overlooking the beautiful beach.
PLEASE NOTE:OPERATOR WILL CONTACT YOU TO PURCHASE TICKETS FOR SKYRAIL AND SCENIC TRAIN AT AN ADDITIONAL COST !
Duration: 8 hours.

See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful Australian and exotic tropical birds. See more than 1500 superb tropical butterflies including the spectacular Ulysses butterflies.
Duration: 90 to 120 minutes.

Be dazzled by more than 1,500 tropical jewel-colored butterflies at the Australia Butterfly Sanctuary. Located in the heart of Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the largest butterfly flight aviary in Australia. Wander through the landscaped gardens that replicate the natural rainforest environment as hundreds of butterflies float around you, including the vibrant green Cairns Birdwing. Complimentary tours take place through the day and a 'Behind-the-Scenes' Laboratory Tour is also included with entry. Complimentary food plant walk also included.
Duration: 30 to 60 minutes.

Enjoy the best of North Queensland which covers the Great Barrier Reef, Kuranda, Cape Tribulation, and Rainforest.

Enjoy all 3 days of variety from the underwater marine world to the ride on the scenic cable car, scenic railway oldest railway train, and the beauty of the rainforest.

On the final day enjoy the journey to the Daintree, Cape Tribulation, rainforest, The scenic drive from Cairns to Daintree will surely impress you, one side is the beautiful beach, and on the other is the rainforest.


Duration: 3 days.

Embark on a captivating small-group adventure to the mountain town of Kuranda, where the wonders of nature and rich indigenous culture come together. This full-day tour promises a blend of scenic beauty, authentic cultural experiences, and hands-on activities that will leave you with lasting memories.

On this small group tour to Kuranda enjoy a truly unique perspective of this ancient landscape aboard the Skyrail Cable Car. Glide meters above the pristine jungle canopy before descending at two mid-point stops to explore the rainforest close up. We embark on a short drive to Rainforestation to jump aboard the educational amphibious duck bus tour before sitting down to an exciting on-stage dance performance by the local aboriginal tribe. Learn to throw a boomerang and watch a spear demonstration before devouring a delicious cafe lunch. The afternoon is spent wandering the local markets, and a tour of the Butterfly sanctuary, and a Rainforest Walk to witness the incredible Barron Falls.
Duration: 8 hours.

Embark on a captivating small-group adventure to the mountain town of Kuranda, where the wonders of nature and rich indigenous culture come together. This full-day tour promises a blend of scenic beauty, authentic cultural experiences, and hands-on activities that will leave you with lasting memories.

Small group tour to Kuranda! Enjoy the educational amphibious duck bus tour and an exciting dance performance by the local aboriginal tribe. Learn to throw a boomerang and watch a spear demonstration before devouring a delicious cafe lunch. The afternoon is spent in the local markets, a tour of the Butterfly sanctuary and a Rainforest Walk to witness the incredible Barron Falls.
Duration: 8 hours.