Children & Families
Cairns & Tropical North Queensland offers a plethora of exciting experiences for families with children, ensuring that both young ones and adults can create lasting memories together.
We operate a range of tours designed to cater to both the very young and the young at heart from wildlife interactions to train rides!
Travelling with infants and young kids can be challenging but we have put together our most frequently asked questions from parents and caregivers to help you plan your family escape to the tropics!
Do I need to pay for a seat for my infant (0-3 years) ?
Infants and babies aged under 3 years travel free with us at Down Under Tours, but are required to travel with an infant ticket. Please advise our reservations team if you require an infant ticket to be added to your booking.
Do I need to bring a child or infant car seat?
Queensland Law does not require babies and children to use child restraints on our coaches. All our coaches are fitted with seatbelts and depending on age , children can either have their own seat or sit on a parent or care givers lap.
Can I bring a pram or stroller ?
Small collapsible prams and folding strollers can be accommodated.
Do you have day tours suitable for families travelling with babies or children?
Yes we offer a range of tours that are suited to families travelling with young children, see below for our favourite tours for families. Please don’t hesitate to contact our reservations team for more advice on travelling with children,
Phone: +61 7 4047 9066
Email: res@downundertours.com
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum
Visit the Australian Armour & Artillery Museum to explore over 220 displays of armour and artillery pieces and connect with history. View world class exhibits representing the military heritage of 15 countries, at the largest museum of its kind in the southern hemisphere.
- From Cairns = operates daily
Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures
Take a half day tour to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures – the best place to see crocodiles in Tropical North Queensland! There is ample time to explore this wonderful park, including the Wetlands Cruise through the Melaleuca wetlands, domain of the saltwater crocodile. Take in the Crocodile Attack Show, and fascinating Snake Show.
Operating on select dates below with transfers from Cairns, Northern Beach and Port Douglas.
Cairns and Northern Beaches
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturdays
Port Douglas
- Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
Half Day Kuranda, Skyrail & Scenic Rail from Cairns
Why not enjoy a sleep-in and relaxed breakfast this morning, before boarding Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your journey to Kuranda. Be amazed as you travel over and through the World Heritage rainforest, enjoying two stops along the way. There is plenty of free time in Kuranda to explore this quaint village, before boarding the Kuranda Scenic Rail. Relax as you wind over bridges & through tunnels on this historic journey.
Operating on select days outlined below with transfers
- From Cairns = operates daily
Kuranda, Skyrail & Scenic Rail
After boarding Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your journey to Kuranda, be amazed as you travel over and through World Heritage rainforest, enjoying two stops along the way. The Kuranda Boarding Pass offers discounted entry into selected Kuranda attractions as well as a detailed map to help you explore this quaint village. Your pre allocated preferential seating enables you to avoid the lines, before boarding the Kuranda Scenic Rail for this historic journey.
Operating on select days outlined below
- From Cairns = operates daily
- From Northern Beaches and Port Douglas = operates Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Saturday
Australian Armour & Artillery Museum, Skyrail & Scenic Rail Tour
Explore the Southern hemisphere’s largest collection of armoured vehicle’s. The museum boasts over 190 armoured vehicles and artillery pieces dating from the 1800’s to present day. Then glide over and through the lush rainforest to Kuranda on board the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Enjoy wandering through the Village and Kuranda Markets before boarding the Scenic Rail. Wind your way down the mountain through hand hewn tunnels and over bridges spanning deep rainforest gorges.
- From Cairns = operates daily
Kuranda, Scenic Rail, Skyrail & Hartley’s Crocodiles
On this fun filled day tour you can take in the magnificent views aboard the Kuranda Scenic Rail then soar above the rainforest canopy on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway. Our coach will then transfer you to Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures – the best place to see crocodiles in TNQ! At Hartley’s you’ll explore the Melaleuca Wetlands on a 25 minute boat cruise, marvel at the death roll of a Saltwater Crocodile and explore the wildlife park home to Koala’s, Wallabies and Queensland’s Southern Cassowaries.
Operating on select days outlined below
- From Cairns & Skyrail Smithfield Terminal = operates Tuesdays to Saturdays
Kuranda, Scenic Rail, Rainforestation & Skyrail
A wonderful day awaits as you are transported on the historic Kuranda Scenic Rail to Kuranda. Rainforestation, set in 40 hectares of lush gardens, is your next stop. Board the amphibious Army Duck and also enjoy the Wildlife Park. Transfer back to Kuranda, then it’s time to board Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your return journey.
Operating on select days below with transfers from Cairns
- From Cairns = operates Thursday to Tuesday
Kuranda, Scenic Rail, Rainforestation & Skyrail Including Lunch
A wonderful day awaits as you are transported on the historic Kuranda Scenic Rail to Kuranda. Rainforestation, set in 40 hectares of lush gardens, is your next stop. Board the amphibious Army Duck, see unique tropical fruits, ancient rainforest plants & native animals. Next explore Aboriginal culture and try your hand at throwing a boomerang! before enjoying a performance by the Pamagirri Aboriginal Dancers. A BBQ lunch is included as well, then it’s time to board Skyrail Rainforest Cableway for your return journey.
Operating on select days below with transfers from Cairns
- From Cairns = operates Thursday to Tuesday
