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Far North Queensland’s Wet Tropics World Heritage Area are among the oldest rainforests on earth. Thousands of species of plants and hundreds of unique creatures inhabit this lush green world. The famous Kuranda Scenic Railway winds its way on a journey from Gimuy (Cairns) via Bubundji (Freshwater), to Ngunbay (Kuranda), the village in the rainforest. Rising from sea level to 327 metres, the journey to Kuranda passes spectacular waterfalls as it moves through the stunning Din Din (Barron Gorge).
On 25 June 2026, the iconic Kuranda Scenic Railway celebrates 135 years since its first passenger journey from Cairns to the rainforest village of Kuranda. One of Australia’s most remarkable rail achievements, the 37 kilometre journey climbs 327 metres, crossing 55 bridges and passing through 15 tunnels. This incredible adventure takes place in Far North Queensland's Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest – the Barron Gorge National Park.
Construction began in 1886 and remains one of Queensland’s most ambitious engineering feats, with nearly 1,500 workers carving the railway through rugged terrain using basic tools, grit and determination. Today our heritage railway – a National Engineering Landmark – continues to offer incredible journeys as a tribute to the pioneering spirit of the workers and continues to be recognised as one of the world’s most iconic, scenic and unforgettable rail journeys.
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