30 Minute Sunrise Ballooning Tour with Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Kuranda Village and Kuranda Scenic Railway
Destination Atherton Tablelands for Sunrise Ballooning, Skyrail Rainforest Cableway plus Kuranda Village with free time and Kuranda Scenic Railway return to Cairns Duration Day Tour
The Tour
Your balloon gently floats above the tips of blue gums and paper bark trees, with the wide open spaces of the Tablelands below with fantastic 360 degree views. Your Hot Air pilot is very experienced and trained to Australia's highest standards, so sit back and enjoy the freedom of balloon flying while he looks after your safe and gentle ride. Keep an eye out for kangaroos and some of our unique local wildlife as you go. Binoculars are on board to capture sightings of local birdlife too. Come back to earth gently then continue the fun by helping us to pack up the balloon.
After ballooning you will enjoy the best Hot Aussie breakfast in the region at Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park in air conditioned comfort overlooking rainforest valley views of Skyrail. Soon it is time to board Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your scenic journey to Kuranda Vilage, enjoying the two rainforest mid stations and rainforest boardwalks along the route. You’ll arrive into Kuranda Village at approximately 11.30am to enjoy your free time inclusion in Kuranda Village. Board the Kuranda Scenic Train at 1.45pm for a 2.00pm Kuranda Scenic Train departure to carry you back into Cairns (3.30pm Kuranda Scenic Train return is available on request) taking in the spectacular elevated views of the Barron Falls and Barron Gorge before arriving back into Cairns at approximately 3.30pm. Your day ends with complimentary return transfers to accommodation in Cairns.
Itinerary
5.00 am
Your day begins with a complimentary pick-up at your accommodation hotel by a Hot Air Cairns coach for your special package tour, one hour transfer, pickup times confirmed on making a reservation.
6.30 am
You will experience the fun & unique sensation of hot air ballooning in the Atherton Tablelands, Australia. You take off from Mareeba in the Cairns Highlands (previously called the Atherton Tablelands). Enjoy the picturesque landscape at sunrise and breathe in the wide-open spaces! This operator offers Australia’s largest fleet of balloons and a fun and highly trained crew to maximise the fun of your morning.
8.00 am
Return and Landing, help the crew with ‘balloon pack-up’ and enjoy lots of laughs.
8.30 am
Come down to earth and enjoy breakfast & champagne, fresh juices, eggs & bacon, tropical fruits & a hot and cold buffet is all yours as you relax in an open air restaurant and have a browse at the selection of Cairns' souvenirs.
10.00 am
Skyrail is located just a short walk from your breakfast location, your Skyrail is booked for this time. It will take 1 1/2 hours to travel to the top of the range, allowing for the two very worthwhile stops along the way.
11.30 am
Arrive into Kuranda Village for free time, go shopping and sightseeing. Kuranda Markets days are Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.
1.45 pm
It is time to board the Kuranda Scenic Train at Kuranda Railway Station. Your Train departs Kuranda Village at 2.00pm. (A 3.30pm Train return is available by request). The Train will stop at Barron Falls for some time to enjoy the view. In total your return Train Journey will take about 1 1/2 hours.
3.30 pm
Arrive at historic Freshwater Station for your shuttle bus return to your accommodation in Cairns.
Includes
Spectacular 30 min Hot Air balloon scenic flight
Hot & Cold Aussie Breakfast + Champagne
Expert interpretive commentary
Cross Country Balloon Chase
Free Commemorative flight Certificate
Skyrail Cableway gondola ride and eco-system Guided Tour
Amazing ride on the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway
Return accommodation transfers
What to bring
Dress casual outdoor layered clothing. White clothing not recommended due to bush environment
Walking shoes
Camera
Rates
Tour Ballooning + Skyrail + Kuranda + Train Ex Cairns Code C30T+S
