Summer in the rainforest!
Summer is here and the Tropical North Queensland "green season" is just around the corner; now is the perfect time to spend long balmy days in tropical paradise!

Did you know the Wet Tropics World Heritage Rainforests existed before the dinosaurs? And are the birthplace of all Kangaroos and the world's songbirds? Tropical North Queensland is also the only place in the world where two natural World Heritage areas exist side by side - the Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef.

Visiting Cairns or Port Douglas and looking for things to do these School holidays? Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is a must do rainforest experience. Combine your visit with the Kuranda Scenic Railway to create the perfect itinerary to keep the family occupied.
The Fisher Family & Ranger Luke Chapman
Tropical Tree Day 2017
Not even a typically steamy Cairns summer morning could deter the more than 150 people of all ages who converged upon the Kamerunga Conservation Park in Caravonica to participate in Tropical Tree Day 2017.
 
The partnership between Skyrail and Cairns Regional Council was bolstered this year with the addition of Pacific Toyota as a new event partner.
 
From kiddies to retirees, everyone did their bit to contribute to the target 1000 saplings that were successfully planted. The long term planting program will help ensure the local community around the Conservation Park will have access to a top quality recreational area for years to come.
Tropical North Green Season
November marked the beginning of the Tropical North Queensland Green Season , and very soon we will be delighted to see Australia's Tropical Rainforests at their very best... in the wet!
 
A visit to the world's oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest in the rain is a magical, must-do experience! Rolling cloud formations hug the magestic rainforest clad mountain ranges shrouding this ancient environment in a cloak of moisture-laden mist.
 
Your rainy day adventure includes:
  • Gliding in fully enclosed gondolas
  • Complimentary umbrellas at our stations
  • Interpretive Ranger Guided Tours
  • Entry to the Rainforest Interpretive Centre
  • Amazing views of the rainforest, Barron Gorge and Barron Falls.
 
So if you are looking for something to do in Cairns when it is raining, Skyrail really is the perfect rainy day experience!
10% Discount on
Kuranda Riverboat Tours
Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest with the Kuranda Riverboat.

Simply show your Skyrail or Kuranda Scenic Railway boarding pass to receive a 10% discount off the price of your Barron River tour. With 5 departures daily, this is a must do whilst in Kuranda.

Our Travel Tip: Upgrade your tour to include a guided rainforest walk which finishes with refreshments in the rainforest!
Coral Spawning on the GBR
In partnership with GBRMPA and Eye on the Reef, Citizens of the Great Barrier Reef is hosting a #spawningGBR event to showcase this natural phenomenon through an interactive map, which lights up boats along the Reef and documents their spawning experiences. To keep an eye on #spawningGBR, follow the hashtag on social media. If you haven’t already, sign up as a Citizen of the Great Barrier Reef today.
Rain Whistling Frog
While sunny days are great for spectacular views over the rainforest find out why rainy days are the best for spotting the rain whistling frog!

Read the full story and learn more Australian rainforest facts in Nature Diary on the Skyrail blog.
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