🌿 Best Things to Do in Kuranda with Kids
Tropical charm, wildlife encounters, and a touch of magic — Kuranda is perfect for a family day out!
🦋 Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Step into a fluttering wonderland at the largest butterfly flight aviary in the Southern Hemisphere. Kids will love being surrounded by hundreds of tropical butterflies, including the bright blue Ulysses. There’s even a chance one might land on your shoulder!
🐨 Kuranda Koala Gardens
A must-do for little animal lovers! Kuranda Koala Gardens offers up-close encounters with koalas, wallabies, wombats, freshwater crocodiles, and reptiles. You can also snap a koala photo — a treasured memento of your trip.
🚞 Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
The journey is half the adventure! Ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through lush rainforest and waterfalls, or glide above the canopy on the Skyrail Cableway. Both are scenic, exciting, and sure to impress children and adults alike.
🐍 Rainforestation Nature Park
Home to Army Duck rainforest tours, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience, and the Koala & Wildlife Park, Rainforestation is packed with family-friendly activities. Kids can ride through the rainforest, learn about Indigenous culture, and meet native animals all in one place.
🎨 Kuranda Markets
Open daily, these colourful markets are full of handmade treasures, tropical snacks, and fun souvenirs. Some stalls even have face painting or little crafts to entertain the kids. It’s a relaxed, happy place to explore as a family.
🍦 Treat Time at Kuranda’s Ice Cream & Fudge Shops
From rainforest-inspired gelato to sweet homemade fudge, Kuranda’s dessert spots are a hit with kids. Pop into the Original Kuranda Fudge Bar or Frogs Restaurant for a treat break!
🌴 Jumrum Creek Walk & Nature Trails
Easy rainforest walks like the Jumrum Creek Track are perfect for families with young kids. Keep an eye out for butterflies, birds, and maybe even a cassowary! It’s a lovely way to explore the natural beauty of Kuranda at your own pace.
Discover Kuranda the Village in the Rainforest
