Kuranda Scenic Railway
Highlights
- Experience breathtaking views of dense rainforest and cascading waterfalls on the Kuranda Scenic Railway journey.
- Discover the ancient tropical rainforest of Din Din National Park as you travel through a World Heritage Area.
- Learn about the railway's cultural significance with audio commentary while enjoying the scenic ride.
- Wander through 15 hand-made tunnels and over 55 bridges, marveling at this engineering feat since 1891.
Experience one of Australia’s most spectacular rail journeys aboard Kuranda Scenic Railway. Travel through the heart of Din Din (Barron Gorge) National Park and discover the ancient tropical rainforest of Australia’s Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.
Immerse yourself in the journey where breathtaking scenery, towering waterfalls and deep ravines unfold. Rising from sea level to 327 metres, the train winds its way through 15 hand-made tunnels and over 55 bridges to the mountain village of Ngunbay (Kuranda), meaning ‘place of the platypus’.
This heritage-listed railway line, which opened in 1891, is an engineering feat that has stood the test of time. Learn more about the cultural significance, history and points of interest with audio commentary on the train or via the app (audio and text).
This immersive journey takes approximately two hours one way. You can depart from Cairns, Freshwater or Kuranda railway stations. To enhance your experience, complement your railway adventure with one of our Kuranda day tour packages.
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Accreditations
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ATEC Accessible & Inclusive Host
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World Heritage
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Queensland Tourism Industry Council
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- QLD – Tourism Tropical North Qld
Features
Activities
Tags
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
Access & Inclusion
An access and inclusion statement is available on the business website.
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