Be prepared for warmer weather
The carriages on Kuranda Scenic Railway are more than 100 years old, all part of the charm of this heritage experience! However, it does mean there is no air-conditioning. Each carriage provides large, open-air windows, offering fresh air, but during the warmer months, the interior can feel hot and humid.
As you travel through the tropical rainforest and pass the waterfalls, the air temperature may cool, but it helps to come prepared for the warmer climate:
- Stay cool - wear lightweight clothing
- Stay hydrated - bring plenty of water with you for the trip
Make the most of your day
- Wear comfortable walking shoes – you want to be comfortable exploring the beauty of Kuranda Village
- Wear sunscreen, bring a hat and sunglasses – you don’t want glare in your eyes when sightseeing at Barron Falls
- Insect repellent – that’s if you plan on experiencing one of the many scenic rainforest walks
- Motion sickness tablets – if you are easily affected by travelling in vehicles and onboard trains
- We are cashless. Our Travel Centre and railway stations accept credit and debit card payments only
- To find out what you can bring aboard Kuranda Scenic Railway, including prams and strollers, please visit our Luggage page
For information on accessibility onboard or at Kuranda Scenic Railway stations, please visit our Accessible travel page.
More information about planning your trip is available at Kuranda Scenic Railway conditions of carriage.
The weather can change, so can your plans
Queensland's tropical weather can be unpredictable — and it can impact our services. Our teams monitor conditions closely and work hard to keep services running safely and return to normal as quickly as possible. If your service is disrupted, we’ll do our best to let you know. We appreciate your patience as our teams work to get you moving again.
Visit our Service Updates page and stay informed on the latest updates.