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OFFICIAL MAP AND VISITOR ’S GUIDE
www.kuranda.org
Welcome to the
Village in the Rainforest
Whether you arrive by road, Kuranda Scenic Railway or Skyrail
Rainforest Cableway, make sure you plan to stay a while to
experience everything Kuranda has to offer. There is an array of
wildlife encounters where you can get close to Australian native
animals including koalas, kangaroos, cassowaries and reptiles.
Discover cool rainforest walks and a fascinating network of historic
trails through the Barron Gorge National Park. The famous Kuranda
markets have handcrafted silk and cotton clothing, exotic jewellery,
locally made Aboriginal arts and crafts, and souvenirs made from
crocodile and kangaroo hide. Meet artists in their galleries and
watch craft demonstrations. Make sure you stop at a restaurant,
café or food stall to relax outdoors and enjoy extraordinary food.
A few must dos while visiting Kuranda
• Walk in the World Heritage Rainforest around the village
• Visit the world famous Kuranda Markets
• Enjoy some spectacular bird watching
• Take a rainforest cruise on the Barron River
• Encounter amazing street art around every corner
• Meet local artists at the many art and craft galleries
• Hand feed kangaroos and wallabies
• Have your photo taken with a koala
• Discover the amazing world of butterflies
• Check out how bees make honey
• Take a photo of the spectacular Barron Falls
• Snap a selfie with a life-size dinosaur
• Watch an Aboriginal cultural performance
• See colourful candy being made by hand
• Ride an ATV on a rainforest trail
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Plan your visit
Make sure you experience the best of Kuranda without
having to rush. Personalise your itinerary using the handy
planner below whether you stay a day or a weekend.
Gubun Gubun Galin, which means travel safely in the local
Djabugay language.
Visit the Kuranda Visitor Information Centre in Centenary
Park or call on 4093 9311 for information on tour packages
and other activities in Kuranda.
45 minutes
Kuranda River boat Cruise
ens 1 hour
Birdworld Kuranda and Koala Gard
30 minutes
Australian Butterfly Sanc tuary
30 minutes
Rainforest Mini- Golf
onstr ations 30 minutes
Traditional candy making dem
age) 2 ½ hour s
Rainforest ation (all inclusive pack
1 hour
Shopping and Markets or a full day
45 minutes or as
Lunch (Refer Page 14 & 15) long as you like
circuit 45 minutes to a
Self- guided rainforest village walk full day
Refer to map on page 10 & 11
One-Way Skyrail Experience 1 ½ hour s
s)
(includes two mid- station stop
2 hour s
Kuranda Scenic Railway
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Kuranda Story
Surrounded by the world’s oldest living tropical rainforest
330 metres above Cairns, Kuranda is the home of the Djabugay
people. The Djabugay call Kuranda Ngunbay, which means the
place of the platypus, and for tens of thousands of years they
made use of the permanent water and abundance of bush foods
in the rainforest.
The first Europeans settled in Kuranda in 1885 and three years
later the area was surveyed in anticipation of a railway connection
linking the Atherton Tablelands to Cairns. The railway line opened
in 1891 enabling settlers to use the area for timber felling,
agriculture and grazing.
In 1915 Kuranda’s railway station was nicknamed “The
Honeymoon Station” and the village became known as the health
resort of North Queensland as its cool climate gave a reprieve
from the coastal humidity. In the 1930s Kuranda became a
popular tourist destination with visitors arriving each Sunday by
train.
When hippies discovered the Village in the Rainforest in the
1960s, Kuranda became known for its alternative lifestyle.
This artistic group created market stalls to sell art, crafts and
produce which today are home to artisans happy to show their
skills to visitors.
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Amazing Rainforest Walks
Kuranda has a network of interlinked walks which provide
access through the village and its surrounding environment,
including the Barron Gorge National Park.
You can see what life is like in a mountain village surrounded
by the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area, discover more about
Rainforest Aboriginal culture, understand how Kuranda’s market
economy came about, access Barron Gorge National Park and
‘get up close’ to tropical rainforest. For more information about
our rainforest walks visit Kuranda Visitor Information Centre –
refer back page. Each walk offers a different experience.
1. The Village Walk (500m) showcases the main street
and finishes at the site of the original Kuranda markets.
Explore Kuranda’s ‘market economy’ and view the tropical
architecture of our village in the rainforest.
2. Jumrum Creek Conservation Park (1.4km) is a walk through
the rainforest surrounding Kuranda village.
3. The Jungle Walk (900m) passes through a regenerating
forest. See how quickly a rainforest grows.
4. The River and Esplanade Walk (1.5km) a pleasant riverside
stroll down a tree-shaded esplanade.
The walks are linked, so you can mix and match options to suit
your interests and available time. At the start of each track is an
introductory sign.
Refer to map on page 10 & 11
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Kuranda Markets
Kuranda’s world-famous markets opened in 1978 alongside the
Honey House and developed from 15 original stores into the
sprawling Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets of today. Locals
started the markets to sell their hand-made arts, crafts and
local produce and to attract visitors to Kuranda.
The stallholders paid for the Kuranda train to arrive on market
days to prove the viability of the service to the Railway
Department. The Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets and the
neighbouring Kuranda Heritage Markets now operate seven
days a week and many visitors still arrive on the iconic train.
Kuranda markets feature handmade arts and crafts, locally
designed and produced fashion, handcrafted jewellery and
gemstones, Aboriginal artwork, wood and leather work,
North Queensland’s best range of honey, local coffee, tropical
fruit ice cream, coconuts and macadamia nuts.
1 KURANDA HERITAGE MARKETS
Market stalls with locally made arts and crafts, Aboriginal art, didgeridoos
and Australian hats. Hand-made crocodile belts, Kangaroo fur products,
opals, jewellery, soaps and many other great souvenirs. Home to
Birdworld Kuranda and Kuranda Koala Gardens. Be sure to come and see
our famous “plane wreck”. Open 7 days – 9.30am to 3.30pm.
2/4 Rob Veivers Dve • www.kurandamarkets.com.au • 4093 8060
2 KURANDA ORIGINAL RAINFOREST MARKETS – EST 1978
Wander through this mini “Village in the Rainforest” and discover funky
hand-made wares unique to Kuranda. Clothing, jewellery, curios, craft,
massage, food, mini-golf and many more surprises. Drop in and say G’day
with a visit to Kuranda’s iconic markets.
Therwine St • www.kurandaoriginalrainforestmarket.com.au
• 0408 728 711
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Jewellery and Opals
Exquisite jewellery and opal outlets offer an array of individual
pieces to treasure. Look for Australian black opal, boulder opal,
crystal opal, pearl and gemstone jewellery or unique designs
handcrafted with glass, beads and resin.
3 OPAL HOUSE KURANDA
Kuranda’s most beautiful opal shop. Exquisite handmade opal jewellery in
silver and gold at Kuranda’s best prices. Large range of loose opals direct
from the mines. Definitely worth visiting.
Shop 1, 15 Coondoo Street • www.pinkdiamond.com.au • 4093 8829
4 KURANDA OPALS
Cutting and polishing in Kuranda for 22 years. Located in the Kuranda
Original Rainforest Market Mall. 96% of the world’s opal come from
Australia – come in for an explanation.
Therwine Street • kuranda.opals@bigpond.com • 0447 474 720
5 KURANDA OPAL CAVE
With 30 years experience in mining, cutting and manufacturing Opal
Jewellery we are Kuranda’s leading experts. We hand make unique pieces
in our own workshop. Buy direct and save.
Shop 7 and 8, 25 Coondoo Street • www.opals.com.au • 4093 9499
6 OPAL TIME
Opal specialists right here in Kuranda, Ben and Harri have over 50 years’
experience in Opal mining, Opal cutting and jewellery making. They only
sell natural Australian opal and if you are after quality opals at an
affordable price then this is your destination. With thousands of opals to
view and choose from, you will be sure to find your special piece of Opal
from Australia.
5c Coondoo Street • 0434 992 741 • www.opaltime.com.au
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Attractions, Tours and Transport Cuddle a koala, feed colourful birds and get up close to a kangaroo at Kuranda’s wildlife attractions. You can walk among thousands of butterflies, learn about deadly snakes, photograph a cassowary and meet many of Australia’s native animals. Take a selfie with a life-size replica of an Allosaurus dinosaur, watch an Aboriginal cultural performance, cruise the Barron River in a riverboat, explore the rainforest on an ATV or ride in an Army duck. 7 AUSTRALIAN BUTTERFLY SANCTUARY Australia’s largest butterfly flight aviary and exhibit – home to over 1500 tropical butterflies, with guided aviary and laboratory tours. 8 Rob Veivers Drive • www.australianbutterflies.com • 4093 7575 8 BIRDWORLD KURANDA Home to one of Australia’s largest single collections of free flying birds and the giant rainforest cassowary. Hand feeding and photo opportunities available. Over 350 birds roam freely in this rainforest freedom exhibit. Free shuttle bus from Kuranda Station and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Kuranda Terminal. Heritage Markets, Rob Veivers Drive • www.birdworldkuranda.com • 4093 9188 9 EMU RIDGE GALLERY / FOSSIL AND GEMSTONE MUSEUM Unique Dinosaur Skeleton, Fossil and Gemstone Museum. Best quality and priced gemstones, jewellery and fossils from Australia and the world. Free admission. Kuranda Original Rainforest Market, Therwine St • emuridgegallery@bigpond.com • 0408 728 711 10 KURANDA KOALA GARDENS See Australian’s iconic animals – wallabies, quokkas, bilbies, gliders, kangaroos, wombats & crocodiles. Actually HOLD a Koala for the ultimate wildlife experience which includes a souvenir photo (extra cost). Pioneer History display. Free shuttle bus from Kuranda Station and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway, Kuranda Terminal. Heritage Markets, Rob Veivers Drive • www.koalagardens.com • 4093 9953 8
11 KURANDA SCENIC RAILWAY
The original Kuranda Scenic Railway combines history and spectacular
scenery travelling through World Heritage listed rainforest in Barron Gorge
National Park. Kuranda Railway Station • www.ksr.com.au • 4036 9333
12 THE BILLABONG KURANDA
The ultimate location for camping, adrenalin activities, live music and
weddings. Relax on our open deck overlooking the billabong with its green
surrounds and native wildlife. #Licenced Bar & Bistro #Swimming #Paintball
#ATVs • 186 Mount Haren Road • www.thebillabong.com.au • 4093 7684
13 KURANDA RIVERBOAT TOURS Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2014-18
Five daily interpretive cruises, as well as guided rainforest walks, let visitors
experience the area’s unique flora, fauna and history in tranquil and relaxing
surroundings. Tours depart from our jetty, which is over the Kuranda Railway
Station footbridge and down the stairs to the river. Book online or pay cash
only on the boat for cruises. Guided rainforest walks must be pre-booked.
www.kurandariverboat.com.au • 0412 159 212
14 RAINFORESTATION NATURE PARK see map on page 13
An all-Australian experience with 3 great attractions: Army Duck Tours through
the rainforest on land and water; Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience with a
dance performance, didgeridoo playing and boomerang throwing, and a
Koala & Wildlife Park including Tasmanian Devils, kangaroos, crocodiles, and
the opportunity for a photo holding a Koala (extra cost). Regular Shuttle bus
departs from Australian Butterfly Sanctuary.
Kennedy Highway • www.rainforest.com.au • 4085 5008
15 SKYRAIL RAINFOREST CABLEWAY
Glide just metres over the canopy of Australia’s World Heritage listed Tropical
Rainforests and explore the forest floor at two mid-stations, Red Peak and
Barron Falls on Skyrail, The World’s Most Beautiful Rainforest Experience.
Arara Street • www.skyrail.com.au • 4038 5555
16 TRANS NORTH BUS & COACH
Trans North Bus offers up to 8 services each day between Cairns and Kuranda.
All timetables, fares and departure points can be found at transnorthbus.com.au
then click on the Cairns – Kuranda or the Cairns – Mareeba – Atherton pages.
No Bookings required – simply pay the driver as you board.
Passenger Services 4095 8644 • www.transnorthbus.com.au
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41 45 ORIGINAL FRUIT ICE-CREAM
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MARKETS 36 STILLWATER WORKSHOPS
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Barron Falls
56 Day Art and Craft Galleries
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43 THE AUSTRALIAN BUSH STORE
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Meeroo St
14 RAINFORESTATION 44 THE T-SHIRT SHOP
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NATURE PARK 45 TONKETTI TRADING
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Barang St
49 15 SKYRAIL RAINFOREST CABLEWAY
Shopping, Souvenirs
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KURANDA
COMMUNITY 38
16 TRANS NORTH BUS & COACH and Gifts
PRECINCT
Public Library 5 Restaurants and Cafés 46 CETI – BATH SHOP
& Customer Kuranda
Hotel 23
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Service Office
17 JUNGLE JUICE AND MINI GOLF 47 GOLDEN DROP WINERY
Rainforestation
Arara St Free shuttle to wildlife Nature Park 48 BICO IN KURANDA
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(Regular shuttle bus departs 18 THAI KAI CAFÉ
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51 RARE EARTH OILS
N 21 FROGS RESTAURANT
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53 COFFEE TEA HONEY
Church Jetty 22 GERMAN TUCKER
Kuranda Accommodation
Mini Golf 23 KURANDA HOTEL
Kuranda Library 54 HONEYBEE HOUSE
& Customer 24 KURANDA RAINFOREST COFFEE
Children’s Playground Service Office Ph 4093 9185 55 KURANDA RAINFOREST
25 KURANDA RAINFOREST VIEW ACCOMMODATION PARK
Kuranda Arts Ph 4093 9026
Public Toilets Co-operative RESTAURANT
Ph 4093 7118
Services
Medical Centre Kuranda Railway to Cairns 26 LAN’S VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT
Public Telephone 56 KURANDA POST OFFICE
Pharmacy Ph 4093 7480 27 PETIT CAFÉ CREPERIE
Fire Station Walking Tracks 57 KURANDA VISITOR INFORMATION
Police Station Ph 4093 7356
28 SPROUT JUICE & COFFEE BAR CENTRE
Emergency Ph 000
Post Office Skyrail Cableway
Kuranda Amphitheatre Information Centre Ph 4093 9311
10 11 12Kuranda Touring Options
Discover World Heritage Rainforest, Pioneering
History and ‘The Village in The Rainforest’ with your
choice of shuttle bus, attraction or day tour. There are a number
of different touring options to experience the village, from
inexpensive shuttle bus transfers to more elaborate packaged
tours, with something to meet everyone’s budget.
Kuranda Attraction
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway www.skyrail.com.au Ph: 07 4038 5555
Kuranda Scenic Railway www.ksr.com.au Ph: 1800 577 245
Day Tour Company
Brett’s Kuranda Half Day Tours www.kurandatours.com.au Ph: 07 4098 5059
Tropical Horizons Tours www.tropicalhorizonstours.com.au Ph: 07 4047 9049
Reef and Rainforest
www.reefandrainforest.com.au Ph: 1300 780 455
Connections
Down Under Tours www.downundertours.com Ph: 07 4047 9066
Relax Tours www.relaxtourscairns.com.au Ph: 07 4038 3454
Lets Go Cairns www.letsgocairns.com.au Ph: 07 4034 2414
Tropic Wings www.tropicwings.com.au Ph: 07 4041 9400
International Coaches
www.internationalcoachesandtours.com.au Ph: 07 4032 5877
and Tours
Global Travel Services www.cairnschartertours.com.au Ph: 07 4041 3122
Cairns High Heeled Tours www.highheeledtours.com Ph: 0432 551 786
Trek North Tours www.treknorth.com.au Ph: 1800 316 787
Kuranda Heritage Rail www.kurandatravel.com.au Ph: 1300 587 263
Tablelands Tours and
www.tablelandstoursandtransfers.com.au Ph: 07 4045 1882
Transfers
Northern Exposure Tours www.northernexposuretours.com.au Ph: 07 4094 1857
Public Transport
Trans North Bus & Coach
www.transnorthbus.com.au Ph: 07 4095 8644
Service
John's Kuranda Bus www.kuranda.org Ph: 0418 772 953
13Restaurants and Cafés Outdoor dining is part of the laidback lifestyle of Kuranda where you can kick back and admire street art and buskers or watch the passing parade of travellers. Relax with a coffee or a meal while you plan the rest of your day in the village. Every few steps you will find a restaurant, café or food stall where you can choose local treats like tropical fruit ice creams or international cuisine cooked by the eclectic mix of nationalities who call Kuranda home. 17 JUNGLE JUICE / MINI GOLF Fresh Juices and Tropical Smoothies, selection of gluten and dairy free foods, organic tea and coffee. Family friendly atmosphere, Rainforest Mini Golf $5 Per person, Fun for the whole family. Shop 39 Kuranda Original Rainforest markets • www.jungle-juice.com.au • 0417 999 102 18 THAI KAI CAFÉ Traditional Thai food made daily using the finest and freshest quality ingredients, vegetables and authentic Thai herbs and spices. Pad Thai, Tom Yum, soups, green and Masaman curries. New to Kuranda Village! Shop 5, 24 Coondoo St • occa61@hotmail.com • 4093 8770 19 ANNABEL’S PANTRY Sample Annabel’s famous pies, many delicious varieties, locally made and baked fresh daily. Open 7 days. Shop 15, Therwine St, Kuranda Village Centre • 4093 7605 20 BARRON FALLS HOTEL Relax on the rustic timber deck. Enjoy a cold beer, pub meals, tea and coffee, air-conditioned gaming room, Keno and bottleshop. Cnr Coondoo and Thongon Sts • 4093 7203 21 FROGS RESTAURANT Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2013-2018 Established 1980. Wild caught barramundi, tasting platter crocodile, kangaroo and emu, Authentic curries, vegan, GF, pizzas, salads, burgers, excellent espresso, Licensed, craft beer, free WiFi. Heritage Markets, 2/4 Rob Veivers Drive • www.frogsrestaurant.com.au • 07 4093 8952 • 0407 937 405 22 GERMAN TUCKER - “Best Wurst in the Universe” Authentic German Sausages, Bratwurst, Kransky, Weiss Wurst. German Beers. Simply the best lunch and the most fun and we’re a little bit famous too... Shop 14, Therwine St, Kuranda Village Centre • www.germantucker.com • 4093 7398 23 KURANDA HOTEL Come in for a meal, cold drink, and a slice of history at The Kuranda Hotel; built way back in 1890. Right opposite Skyrail and the train station, serving a range of quality delights with a focus on local flavours and Australian produce. Corner Arara and Coondoo Streets • www.kurandahotel.com • 4093 7206 14
24 KURANDA RAINFOREST COFFEE Check us out on Tripadvisor.
Kuranda Rainforest Coffee proudly presents 100% local coffee roasted
on-site daily. Very popular is the cold drip Dutch coffee so try a cup then
take some home to share with friends.
10/17 Thongon Street • www.kurandarainforestcoffee.com.au
• 0414 790 034 • Next to Foodworks Supermarket
25 KURANDA RAINFOREST VIEW RESTAURANT
Tropical dining in the heart of the rainforest, open deck,
air-conditioned, licensed. international cuisine, seafood, grill,
Australian, (crocodile & kangaroo filet, pie, sausage & burger), Italian,
assorted salads, burgers and light meals with gluten free options.
200 seat capacity inside and out.
28 Coondoo St • www.rainforestview.com.au • 4093 9939
28 LAN’S VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT (Air-conditioned)
Vietnamese food cooked fresh. Beef noodle soup, fried noodles, special
fried rice, stir fry vegetables, seafood dishes, spring rolls & steam rice.
Vietnamese bread rolls & Vietnamese coffee. Voted No.1 by guests for over
13 years!
Shop 12 Market Mall, 13 Therwine Street • 0428 025 498
27 PETIT CAFÉ – Traditional French Creperie Local’s favourite!
Experience a little taste of France with our wide variety of gourmet crepes,
savoury or sweet, prepared with the finest of produce.(gluten free options).
Enjoy the vibrant surroundings and sample our locally roasted artisan
coffee. Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets • 0421 799 131
• facebook.com/thepetitcafekuranda
28 SPROUT JUICE & COFFEE BAR
Enjoy organic coffee, fresh juices, tasty smoothies, home-cooked meals,
freshly made sandwiches and wraps, vegetarian, vegan options, free WiFi .
8/24 Coondoo Street • 4093 8256
15Sweets and Treats Satisfying your sweet tooth is easily done at Kuranda where sugary treats, home-made ice creams and other sweet delights are around every corner. Watch candy being made by hand, agonise over an extraordinary array of fudge flavours or try an old fashioned sweet free of artificial flavours, colours and gluten. 29 100% QUALITY LOCAL PRODUCE ONLY We only sell ‘local produce’. Macadamia, peanuts, jerkies (beef, kangaroo, crocodile), coconut chips (9 flavours!), dried tropical fruits, Davidson plum products, cookies, “Free Tastings”. Kuranda Heritage Markets • 0408 145 508 30 FROZ’N NATURE Natural and locally made Gelato ice-cream and Sorbet. Specializing in “Fruit Freeze” 100% pure frozen tropical fruit. Dairy free, Vegan & Sugar free options! Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets • 0409 868 562 31 KURANDA GELATO Visit the only award winning No 1 brand in Cairns and on Tripadvisor by Gelocchio. Amazing chocolate and mango sorbet, Ferrero Rocher, tiramisu, coconut, mango frozen yoghurt and creamy vanilla ice-cream. Cold frozen slushies, mango frozen yogurt, creamy vanilla ice-cream and cold frozen slushies. Located in front of the Kuranda Heritage Markets 2/4 Rob Veivers Drive 32 HONEY HOUSE KURANDA – EST 1959 Free Honey Tasting, Live Bee Display, Premium, RAW, Local Honeys, Fresh Honeycomb, Australian Manuka, Medicinal honeybee products, beauty products and beeswax candles. Kuranda Original Rainforest Markets, Therwine St • www.honeyhousekuranda.com • 4093 7261 33 KURANDA CANDY KITCHEN Watch award winning rock candy being made right before your eyes. Demonstrations most days. Made by hand, consumed by handfuls. 21 Coondoo Street • www.kurandacandykitchen.com.au • info@kurandacandykitchen.com.au • 4093 9363 34 KURANDA FUDGE BAR AND TEA ROOM For all your Scottish Gifts, Treats & Laughs. Relax and enjoy Bottomless coffee and tea. Dubbed the largest range of fudge in the world, scones, shortbread and sweets and chocolates. Shop 7 Kuranda Village Centre • hope@kurandafudgebar.com • 4093 8746 35 KURANDA HOMEMADE TROPICAL FRUIT ICE-CREAM Try Kuranda’s world famous homemade tropical fruit ice-cream from the red cart next to the Original Kuranda Markets. Therwine St • www.kuranda-icecream.com.au • 4093 8981 • 0419 644 933 36 STILLWATER WORKSHOPS Kuranda made soft candy free of artificial flavours, colours and gluten. Local pewtersmith handmade gifts. Workshop demonstrations and free taste. 17 Therwine St • www.stillwatergift.com • 4093 8665 16
Art and Craft Galleries
Artists and crafts people gravitate to Kuranda where they work
from home studios and market stalls creating unique pieces
often inspired by the World Heritage rainforest. Galleries feature
Aboriginal art and artefacts, fine art, photographs, jewellery and
pottery. Local artists work at the Kuranda Arts Co-op where there
is a diverse range of art.
37 DOONGAL ABORIGINAL ART & ARTEFACTS
Doongal has the finest collection of Central Australian and Local Aboriginal
Art. Extensive collection of didgeridoos and artefacts. Exceptional quality
at the best price (The ARK). 22 Coondoo Street • www.doongal.com.au
• sales@doongal.com.au • 4093 9999
38 IAN STEPHENS FINE ART
A sumptuous display of local artwork featuring the rainforest and its
wildlife. Hand-painted silks, prints, glassware, marble, jewellery and gifts.
Shop 5/25 Coondoo Street • www.ianstephens.com.au • 4093 7223
• ianstephensfineart@hotmail.com
39 PETER JARVER GALLERY
Peter Jarver Gallery is a magnificent photographic gallery showcasing
the art of Australian award winning photographer Peter Jarver.
Open 10.00am – 3.30pm.
3 Coondoo St • www.peterjarver.com • 4093 8081
40 TERRA NOVA GALLERY
A wide range of original artworks framed locally, distinctive jewellery,
pottery, glass made by Australian artists. A memorable gift from Kuranda’s
unique gallery.
15 Therwine Street • info@terranovagallery.com.au
• www.terranovagallery.com.au • +61 (0) 7 4093 8814
17Fashion and Gift Ideas
Kuranda’s boutiques have a diverse array of fashions whether you
want tropical resort styles, race wear or the boho look. Colourful
accessories designed by a Kuranda artist provide the finishing
touch, while a crocodile or kangaroo skin accessory may be the
perfect souvenir to remember Kuranda by.
41 JUST GORGEOUS
An eclectic collection of fashion, jewellery, shoes,
accessories and curios. A treasure trove to delight the senses, located in
one of Kuranda’s oldest houses and air-conditioned for your comfort.
16 Coondoo St • www.justgorgeous.net.au • 4093 7508
42 SANDRA VIDEN DESIGN - Est. 1991
Elegant, comfortable women’s clothing made of Australian natural cotton,
cotton/linen blends and pure linen fabrics. Designed and Made in Australia.
Sizes 6 to 20. Unique Jewellery and Accessories. Air-conditioned.
Shop online.
Shop 11A Coondoo St • www.sandravidendesign.com • 4093 9299
43 THE AUSTRALIAN BUSH STORE
Browse in this quaint Queenslander for souvenirs with a difference and
clothing for men, women and children of all ages.
17 Therwine St • www.australianbushstore.com • 4093 8850
44 THE T-SHIRT SHOP
T-Shirts for the whole family and a fantastic range of souvenirs and
sarongs. Come in and check us out. Great prices everyday!
13 Coondoo St • sandra.finnigan@bigpond.com • 4093 7473
45 TONKETTI TRADING
Best Bohemian and unique retail space in Far North Queensland. Fashion,
gifts and more for the lovers of unique. Buy online now!
Shop C, 5 Coondoo St Kuranda • www.tonkettitrading.com.au
• 0414 661 942
18Shopping, Souvenirs and Gifts
Gift ideas are plentiful in Kuranda where you can find local made
gifts by local artists, bath products scented with essential oils,
wines made from local fruit and beautiful Australian jewellery. Look
for novelty items like stuffed cane toads, reminders of Kuranda in
the shape of the Ulysses butterfly, baskets woven from rainforest
vines or plant holders carved from coconuts.
46 CETI – BATH SHOP
“ceti” essential oil soap and bath products, handmade in Kuranda since
1996. Natural skincare, essential oils, bathing accessories, gifts and more.
Shop 4, 25 Coondoo Street • cetihandmadesoap@bigpond.com
• 0428 643 117
47 GOLDEN DROP WINERY
Taste before you buy our delicious unique wines at factory prices. Visit
our cellar door for a range of still, sparkling wines, port, mango and citrus
liqueur wines including our new Dragon Fruit liqueur wine.
21 Coondoo St • www.goldendrop.com.au • 4093 2750
48 BICO IN KURANDA
Bico products are designed and developed in Australia. Also Bico
pendants are valued for their names and meanings. Bico has become a
global brand that is distributed to over 20 countries and now available
right here in Kuranda. Shop 2, 15 Therwine Street
• bicocairns@yahoo.co.jp • facebook.com/bico.cairns • 4052 1037
49 MONSOON LEATHER
Monsoon Leather offers a wide range of Australian leather products,
which includes kangaroo leather purses and bags, crocodile belts, the real
Australian made Ugg boots, ladies barramundi wallets and Akubra hats.
Shop 3, 25 Coondoo Street • villagegallery@bigpond.com • 4093 8717
50 POSSUM CORNER OP SHOP
Kuranda’s unique Op Shop Experience. Open Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri and
Sat Mornings 8.30am – 1pm. Genuine bargains 12 months a year.
Adjacent the free all day car park in Thooree Street • 4093 9161
51 RARE EARTH OILS
Rare Earth Oils are handmade in Kuranda, specialising in essential oils,
healing, and beauty products. Profits go to charity.
Shop D, 15 Coondoo St • meleuka@rareearthoils.com
• www.rareearthoils.com • 0417 566 329
52 BUTTERFLY SHOP
A unique boutique inspired by the beauty of the Ulysses Butterfly, the
Monarch of Kuranda. Silk winged magnetic butterflies, locally made soaps
and creams, Paua shell and original designed jewellery are among the
shop’s diverse products all with a stylish cafe for coffee and cake delights.
The Butterfly Shop is a ‘must see’ location during your Kuranda visit for all
your gift essentials.
17 Therwine Street • www.butterflyshop.com.au • 0408 853 029
or 0427 676 521
53 COFFEE TEA HONEY
Are you looking for the perfect Australian gift and souvenirs to bring home?
Then stop at our shop as we offer local products including Coffee, fresh
teas, Australian honey and other gift items.
Heritage Markets • Esunny80@hotmail.com • 0424 179 412
19WHY NOT
STAY
THE
NIGHT
Kuranda Accommodation ?
Choose from diverse accommodation including a working artist’s
studio and a raw food vegan retreat. Kuranda has camp sites, self-
contained villas, a country tavern, cottages and a resort.
The one thing they all have in common is their rainforest setting with
local wildlife. Look for wallabies, pademelons, flying foxes, curlews
and maybe a cassowary while you relax and enjoy the rainforest view.
Kuranda is an ideal base to explore the Atherton Tablelands where
you can chase waterfalls, enjoy paddock to plate experiences, and
discover World War II history. Buy fresh produce at roadway stalls to
cook yourself or return to the village in the evening for dinner with
the locals.
54 HONEYBEE HOUSE see map on back page
A comfortable fully self-contained 2 bedroom house on 5 acres of
rainforest and tropical gardens offers guests a relaxing, pet-friendly
retreat. Located less than 10 km from the centre of Kuranda Village.
146 Ganyan Drive, Speewah • honeybeehouse@iprimus.com.au
• www.honeybeehouse.com.au • 0418 930 511
55 KURANDA RAINFOREST ACCOMMODATION PARK see map on page 11
Shady campsites to fully self-contained cabins set amongst the rainforest.
Quiet location not far from Kuranda village. Seasonal restaurant on-site.
88 Kuranda Heights Road • www.kurandarainforestpark.com.au • 4093 7316
20 Kuranda Accommodation (View Online)Kuranda Services
56 KURANDA POST OFFICE
International and domestic stamps, postcards, gifts, toys, books,
collector’s stamps and coins, phones/recharges, banking facilities,
Billpay, Western Union. Adjacent to free all day car parking.
4-12 Thoree Street • 4093 7280
Driving to Kuranda
Kuranda is a 35-minute drive from Cairns travelling over the
Barron River to Smithfield where you ascend the spectacular
Kuranda Range road section of the Kennedy Highway. Wind
through World Heritage rainforest and catch glimpses of
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and the Coral Sea through the
rainforest. Stop at Henry Ross Lookout to admire the coastline
and look out to the Great Barrier Reef and Green Island.
Kuranda is the gateway to the Atherton Tablelands making
it an ideal base to explore nearby attractions including
waterfalls, tropical fruit wineries, coffee plantations, farms and
World War II sites.
21can help you!
Kuranda Visitor see map on
page 10 & 11
Information Centre
Visit our dedicated volunteers for friendly advice on where to stay, what to
do or just chat with a local. As well as information about Kuranda attractions
and the region, we also offer a booking service and complimentary maps
and brochures. We also offer locally made gifts, maps, complimentary phone
charging, a unique display of Aboriginal artefacts, Wet Tropics and National
Parks information and free WiFi.
OPEN 7 DAYS 10AM TO 4PM
Ph: 07 4093 9311 • Email: info@kuranda.org
Centenary Park, Kuranda • Queensland • Australia
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54 Skyrail Beach
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