Today we visited the Kuranda Rainforest, and we got there and back through a variety of modes of transportation.

On the way up, we rode the Kuranda Scenic Railway, a narrow gauge train that winds up through the rainforest to the little village of Kuranda. Along the way, there’s a little waterfall that’s pretty impressive and (what’s supposed to be) a big waterfall that’s not so impressive. In any case, the ride is pleasant and the scenery beautiful and peaceful.

The little village of Kuranda is a bit of a tourist trap, but we had fun wandering the shops. Until I didn’t feel so well. It was so flippin’ hot up there – 95-degrees with high humidity – and not an air conditioner in sight. We chatted with the local artists, and bought a few of their wares. Then it was time to head back down the mountain by gondola. We were HIGH above the treetops.

A fun but hot day and another great experience Down Under.