West Coast Wilderness Railway brings you the most spectacular views as you pass over bridges towering above the rivers below, through massive hand-hewed rock cuttings, under the protective canopies of ancient rainforests and along the edge of plunging gorges.

The historic 35 kilometre railway of tight curves and spectacular bridges clambers through rugged wilderness, dense Tasmanian rainforest and steep gorges, a legacy of the engineering skills, determination and endurance of the early 19th century West Coast pioneers who built it. Their spirit is reflected in the original railway motto "We find a way or make it".

The heritage coaches on the railway have been painstakingly recreated to ensure you'll enjoy a comfortable journey. For real indulgence, choose the Premier Carriage - where you're every desire, from sparkling at breakfast to pastries for morning tea and local cheeses in the afternoon, is catered for by your personal carriage guide. Or take in the journey through the Tasmanian wilderness from the comfortable Tourist Carriage lined in Tasmanian specialty timber, with lunch included.

A lunch stop in the heart of the dense forest at Dubbil Barril allows passengers to wander along forest paths and discover remote creeks running down to the King River and see first hand the beauty of the majestic Tasmanian wilderness rainforest. At Lower Landing, passengers can enjoy the treat of tasting Tasmania's unique leatherwood honey, from the hives of the Tasmanian Honey Company that are dotted throughout the rainforest.

Trains run daily leaving Strahan or Queenstown. Coach shuttles are available for the return journey. 'Fettlers' lunches and afternoon teas are available on board the train, or why not try 'Dotties' coffee shop in Queenstown for a fine selection of light refreshments, before or after your journey.

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