Blue Moutains Australia

One of Australia’s top attractions in Australian highlight is the Blue Mountains, a large region with 11,400 miles of mountain peaks, sandstone cliffs, and valleys covered in dense forests. 

The Blue Mountains are believed to have existed millions of years ago, when the area was entirely submerged under the sea. The firm sandstone and shale rocks finally formed after the enormous chunks of debris that initially covered the floor of the ocean compressed. The big rocks made an uneven area of ground as the water started to recede. The sandstone and shale were left in the hands of nature, and over time, erosion from water, wind, and even volcanic eruptions created the well-known mountains, rock formations, and canyons that we can see today. It took over 250 million years for the formation to be finished.

Indigenous Australians, or the Australian Aboriginal community, were the first people to live in the Blue Mountains. The native tribes of the area were the Gundungurra and Darug people, as well as the Burra Burra tribe that lived in the closest Jenolan Caves. These tribes may have lived in the area for many thousands of years, however this is uncertain.

The Blue Mountains are located around two hours west of Sydney. It is a well-liked day trip destination for families, historians, and travellers alike due to its rich history and beautiful landscapes. It was previously one of the most difficult places for early explorers to reach, yet it is today one of Australia’s top natural attractions. The Blue Mountains’ main attraction is without a doubt the charming town of Katoomba and its surroundings, a popular weekend destination for Sydneysiders.

How to get there:

From Sydney, we drove our car all the way to Great Western Highway to reach Katoomba which is less than two hours away and we took the M4 or M5 before heading off to the highway , Katoomba and have a multi story free car park facility.

If you are arriving by train, you can board a Blue Mountains Explorer or Trolley Tours bus in Katoomba, which will drop you off directly outside the building. A Must See For Visitors in The Blue Mountains Seasonal changes affect opening times. All visitors must make timed-ticket reservations online. Open every day during school breaks and from Thursday through Monday otherwise.Visitors to the Lue Mountains.

Scenic Railway

Riding the Scenic Railway, the steepest passenger railway in the world, you may experience the rush of a 52 degree slope. Glass-roofed red carriages with magnificent views of the lush rainforest environment and breathtaking Jamison Valley promise a completely different visitor experience. With up to 20 degrees of seat adjustment, specially made carriages let travellers choose their own journey like never before! Choose the “Cliffhanger” ride, which has an elevation of 64 degrees and is exciting, or the “Laid Back” option for a leisurely trip. Naturally, devoted followers can continue to ride the “Original” at 52 degrees.The Railway adventure drops 310 metres down a tunnel on a cliff face before arriving at the Jamison Valley floor into an old rainforest.

Scenic Walkway

Explore the peace of an old rainforest while strolling along our 2.4-kilometer Scenic Walkway, or simply wear the kids out. This elevated boardwalk, which has little influence on the environment, transports visitors into a Jurassic rainforest on the Jamison Valley floor. It is amazing in the sun and much better in the rain. Explore historical features of the coal mining operation at the location along the way, such as the mine entrance, a replica miners’ hut, and a scale bronze sculpture of a miner and his pit pony. Discover the local flora, keep an eye out for the local lyre bird, or sample the pure Blue Mountains water right from Marrangaroo Spring. Take a minute to relax on one of the benches along the path or in the Rainforest Room’s outside area. Options for different strolls lasting ten minutes or less.

Scenic Cableway

From the Scenic Cableway, take in sweeping views of the Blue Mountains, which are part of the World Heritage Site. Visitors are taken back to the top of the escarpment throughout the 545-meter trek, which also gradually descends into the Jamison Valley. A unique vantage point for viewing the Three Sisters, Orphan Rock, Mt. Solitary, and Katoomba Falls is the totally enclosed cabin of the Cableway. To access the Scenic Walkway and stroll through 2.4 kilometres of Jurassic rainforest, disembark at the bottom station. The Cableway is the tallest and largest aerial cable vehicle in the Southern Hemisphere, and it is wheelchair accessible. 

Scenic Skyway

The Scenic Skyway’s glass floor allows you to glide across rock faces while seeing the canopy of the rain forest. The Skyway offers a singular thrill as breath-taking views are exposed beneath your feet through the electro-glass cabin floor, suspended 270 metres over ancient ravines. There is also seats and sturdy flooring accessible for those who are less daring! The 720-meter ride offers the best 360-degree views of Jamison Valley, the Three Sisters, and Katoomba Falls, as well as panoramic vistas of the surrounding area. Disembark at the east station of the Skyway to access the valley’s lookout points and the forest trails that lead to Echo Point.