Kuranda Riverboat Sightseeing Cruise

4.8
(310 reviews)

45 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Cruise the tranquil waters of the world's most ancient tropical rainforest on one of our 45-minute cruises on the Barron River in Kuranda. Your local guide shares their knowledge of the area while you discover its unique flora and fauna and history of Kuranda, keeping an eye out for freshwater crocodiles, turtles, fish and bird species. Choose from five daily departure times.  Sometimes a cassowary may also be seen on the other side of the river too!

What's Included

45-minute river cruise
Live on-board commentary
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

OUR CRUISES ARE ON THE BARRON RIVER IN KURANDA ONLY. YOU CANNOT DRIVE DOWN TO THE RIVER TO ACCESS OUR CRUISES. Park your car and walk cross the Kuranda Railway Station footbridge and go down the stairs to the river where you will see our red flags flying at our jetty.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Set out on an informative and rewarding 45-minute rainforest river cruise among Kuranda’s wet tropics.

Board your boat at the riverside landing below the Kuranda Railway/Skyrail Station, over the railway footbridge and down the stairs along Kuranda’s scenic esplanade.

Sit back and relax as your guides point out flora and fauna along the Barron River or snap a few pictures of this stunning area.

Along the way, keep your eyes peeled for an array of wildlife including freshwater crocodiles, turtles, snakes, and water dragons, as well as more than 100 species of tropical birds.

This enlightening tour is suitable for all ages and offer five daily departure times, making it a great addition to any schedule.

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to favorable weather conditions. In the case of inopportune weather when the Kuranda Riverboat is unable to operate and has to cancel cruises, you can choose between an alternate tour date or a full refund
  • There are a number of stairs to go down to our jetty on the river and then back up again after the cruise.
Supplied by Kuranda Riverboat

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Day Cruises
Full-day Tours
Water Tours
Sightseeing Cruises
Excellent Quality
Best Conversion
Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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