Bally Hooley - Heritage Steam Train Trip - Port Douglas
Bally Hooley – Heritage Steam Train Trip – Port Douglas
Bally Hooley - Port Douglas Train
PERMANENTLY CLOSED - An icon of Port Douglas, the Bally Hooley is a nostalgic meander through town, returning guests to the romance of the sugarcane pioneering days and the heyday of the gold rush era. The Bally Hooley train is now unfortunately closed.
You can view the Top 10 Things to do in Port Douglas and explore all the great Port Douglas Day Tours & attractions from Port Douglas Reef Trips, Half Day tours, Rainforest Tours and Family Day Tours. If it's a train ride you are after - make sure to take a ride on the Kuranda Scenic Railway to Kuranda, with a range of options combining the historic rail journey and the Skyrail.
Bally Hooley is a collection of historic diesel and steam locomotives that run between the Stations at Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina and St Crispins. A trip on the Bally Hooley is both a venue and a transport option, with stations located at Oaks Resort, Sheraton Grand, Crystalbrook Marina and St Crispins.
Each of the restored locomotives were workhorses that played a large part in hauling the cane from the nearby fields to the mill in Mossman. They now do a wonderful job of hauling many an excited visitor along its historic narrow gauge tracks (2ft, 610mm). The narrow gauge track that it travels along was laid over a century ago and was initially used to transport the freshly cut cane from Mossman to Port Douglas to the aptly named Sugar Wharf.
The trip is enjoyed by visitors and locals alike, of all ages-from tiny tots who have never experienced the joy of steam travel, to wedding guests transferring to their ceremony, to train-lovers-a trip on board the Bally Hooley is a truly iconic Port Douglas experience.
Departing Crystalbrook Superyacht Marina, your leisurely hour journey starts with a panoramic view over the harbour and its collection of sailing charter boats, luxurious superyachts, pleasure craft and trawlers.
The train passes through the tropical mangroves nestled behind the busy streets of Port Douglas. The service is staffed by a dedicated team of railway enthusiasts, who love sharing its story, and provide commentary on local history, ecology and culture along the way. After a quick stop at the Sheraton Grand Country Club and at QT Resort, the train heads on towards the St Crispins Station where the vibrant lakeside Choo Choos cafe is located.
St Crispins Station is also located close to the Ramada, Reef and Pool resorts. While the locomotive is un-coupled, and prepared for your return journey, enjoy brunch, a refreshing drink or an ice cream at Choo Choos. The lake and stunning Daintree range view is breathtaking.
Then it’s “All Aboard” for your return journey to the Marina.
For value for money and sheer enjoyment this must be one of the best and cheapest ways to enjoy your self in Port Douglas. Affordable for all the family and children under 4 ride free, under 12’s are half price.
Please note, the train is now permanently closed
Return or single tickets (dependent on your preference)
Under 12’s are half price | Under 3’s get to travel for free
The train is available for charter.
What an amazing and memorable way to transport your wedding guests (ideal if you are staying at QT Resort, Sheraton Mirage Resort Port Douglas and getting married at St Mary’s Church).
Ensure to check out other Family Friendly activities or call us on 1300 780 806 to tailor make a holiday package to suit your family!
