Recent Traveler Reviews
Here is a selection of the most recent reviews of the Kuranda Scenic Railway Day Trip from Port Douglas submitted by actual travelers. Read what travelers liked, what they loved, and what they thought could be improved.
A good day with lots of things to see and do. Efficient pickup and drop-off. Friendly helpful driver and guide. Very well organised. The train and Skyrail were stunning journeys. Tjapukai was well structured, with plenty of things to do and see. Perhaps a little too long in Kuranda. It's a fairly interesting place, but you can 'do' it in 1.5 hours. I would recommend doing this tour; it was run by a very reputable company, and I felt that it was a quality event.
Reviewed by: Andrew J, United Kingdom, August 2008
The train and rail ride is a great way to take in the beautiful scenes, the stop at Kuranda Village had plenty of shops. The Tjapukai Aboriginal Park is a must, great way to learn about the indigenous people of Australia. You also get to learn and actually throw the spear and boomerang.
Reviewed by: James H, Japan, January 2008
This was a wonderful "no pressure" trip. We were picked up at our hotel and returned at the end of the day. We did everything on our own time. We also got a chance to talk with Aboriginal people at the Cultural Center, which was enlightening.
Reviewed by: Hary S, United States of America, November 2006
I thought this tour was excellent.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, September 2006
Unfortunately, it was a cloudy, rainy day and many of the best views were obscured. There was plenty of time in Kuranda, but not quite enough time at the Skyrail stops to walk into the rainforest. The Tjapukai segment was outstanding except for the explanation about the bush foods and medicinal plants which was rushed and not very understandable. Learning to throw the boomerang was a highlight.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, September 2008