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Local Must dos
Smithfield has many local attractions that are on the 'Must do' list for a complete Cairns holiday experience.
Consistently voted as one of the best things to do in Cairns, the Skyrail experience offers a truly unique perspective of Australia’s World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest as you glide just metres above the pristine rainforest canopy before descending to explore the forest floor at the Red Peak and Barron Falls.
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Teleférico del Bosque Tropical Skyrail
6 Skyrail DrConsistently voted as one of the best things to do in Cairns, the Skyrail experience offers a truly unique perspective of Australia’s World Heritage listed Tropical Rainforest as you glide just metres above the pristine rainforest canopy before descending to explore the forest floor at the Red Peak and Barron Falls.
Barron Falls
Glide gently into Barron Falls where you’ll leave your gondola to experience amazing views of one of Cairns’ most iconic and visited landmarks – the majestic Barron Falls.
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Barron Falls Skyrail Station
Barron Falls
Glide gently into Barron Falls where you’ll leave your gondola to experience amazing views of one of Cairns’ most iconic and visited landmarks – the majestic Barron Falls.
From Barron Falls Station, your Skyrail experience continues over the rainforest and the mighty Barron River, ending at Skyrail's Kuranda Terminal.
Skyrail’s Kuranda terminal is located next to the Kuranda Train Station (home of the Kuranda Scenic Railway) and a short walk from Kuranda village.
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Kuranda Terminal station
LOT 701 Arara StFrom Barron Falls Station, your Skyrail experience continues over the rainforest and the mighty Barron River, ending at Skyrail's Kuranda Terminal.
Skyrail’s Kuranda terminal is located next to the Kuranda Train Station (home of the Kuranda Scenic Railway) and a short walk from Kuranda village.
Descend through the canopy of the world’s oldest tropical rainforest to explore one of the most intriguing and isolated pockets of rainforest on Earth, where unique plants and animals have survived the forces of nature and time.
But be warned…it’s a jungle down there!
Gain a first-hand insight into this ancient landscape from our rangers who will guide you along the rainforest boardwalk that meanders through the dense understory. Their intimate knowledge of the area will bring the fascinating story of the rainforest to life.
Red Peak Station
Descend through the canopy of the world’s oldest tropical rainforest to explore one of the most intriguing and isolated pockets of rainforest on Earth, where unique plants and animals have survived the forces of nature and time.
But be warned…it’s a jungle down there!
Gain a first-hand insight into this ancient landscape from our rangers who will guide you along the rainforest boardwalk that meanders through the dense understory. Their intimate knowledge of the area will bring the fascinating story of the rainforest to life.
The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the leading Kuranda attraction.
It is the largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit in Australia – an all-weather experience in the heart of the beautiful Kuranda village.
Home to over 2000 magnificent tropical butterflies, you’ll be enchanted by the aerial dynamics of these elusive wonders of nature as you wander through the aviary’s rainforest gardens. Our butterflies include local rainforest species, including the electric blue Ulysses and the majestic green & yellow Cairns Birdwing.
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Santuario de Mariposas Australiano
8 Rob Veivers DrThe Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is the leading Kuranda attraction.
It is the largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit in Australia – an all-weather experience in the heart of the beautiful Kuranda village.
Home to over 2000 magnificent tropical butterflies, you’ll be enchanted by the aerial dynamics of these elusive wonders of nature as you wander through the aviary’s rainforest gardens. Our butterflies include local rainforest species, including the electric blue Ulysses and the majestic green & yellow Cairns Birdwing.
Today the Original Markets has retained its atmosphere, with many local artists and personalities making the market part of their lifestyle. Many of the current marketeers have been involved in the markets during the course of the last 25 - 30 years.
Renovated in 2005 this market has lost none of its rustic charm
Strong eco-conscious ethic with organic, recycled, natural, holistic and remedial products available
Local crafts people display their beautifully hand crafted wares. Hand picked and made just for you.
Featuring tropical gardens to walk through
Gourmet regional fare using the freshest of local produce and ingredients
Contemporary arts, great clothing, jewelry, homemade food products and much more
Even a mini golf course
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Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets
13 Therwine StToday the Original Markets has retained its atmosphere, with many local artists and personalities making the market part of their lifestyle. Many of the current marketeers have been involved in the markets during the course of the last 25 - 30 years.
Renovated in 2005 this market has lost none of its rustic charm
Strong eco-conscious ethic with organic, recycled, natural, holistic and remedial products available
Local crafts people display their beautifully hand crafted wares. Hand picked and made just for you.
Featuring tropical gardens to walk through
Gourmet regional fare using the freshest of local produce and ingredients
Contemporary arts, great clothing, jewelry, homemade food products and much more
Even a mini golf course
Trinity Beach is a beautiful Palm tree lined beach. Perfect to wander along.
Safe to swim when the stinger nets are in place. Or simply sun worship on this peaceful strip of sand and ocean.
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Trinity Beach
Trinity Beach is a beautiful Palm tree lined beach. Perfect to wander along.
Safe to swim when the stinger nets are in place. Or simply sun worship on this peaceful strip of sand and ocean.