Enjoy a gentle journey into the lush Jamison Valley in the Blue Mountains.
The Blue Mountains is a stunning national park in New South Wales, just an hour’s drive from Sydney! In the heart of the Blue Mountains, the Scenic Cableway is 1 of the 3 rides at Scenic World. The Cableway is an enclosed cabin that offers remarkable views across the Blue Mountains and its attractions.
About the Scenic Cableway
The Cableway opened in 2000 and is the Southern Hemisphere’s steepest aerial cable car! The current model launched in 2018, holds 84 passengers, and features improved accessibility. The entire one-way journey takes about 5 minutes as you travel to or from the Jamison Valley floor.
Why it’s worth the ride
The Scenic Cableway offers breathtaking views of the surrounding area. In just 5 minutes, you’ll see iconic attractions like the Three Sisters, Jamison Valley, Orphan Rock, and Mount Solitary. You can choose to either take the ride down to or up from Jamison Valley.
Other rides offered at Scenic World
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Scenic Railway
The Scenic Railway offers passengers a thrilling ride as it’s the steepest railway in the world! With a 52-degree incline, the Scenic Railway was once part of the original Katoomba coal mine tramway. The Railway takes you through the sandstone cliffs and a rock tunnel right next to the famous Orphan Rock.
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Scenic Skyway
The Scenic Skyway offers passengers the very best views of Jamison Valley, the Three Sisters, Katoomba Falls, and Mount Solitary. The cable car features glass windows and flooring, giving you 360-degree views of the surrounding area.
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Scenic Walkway
Experience a walk along the boardwalks through the lush rainforest of Jamison Valley. The Scenic Walkway is short and will have you discovering various species of flora and fauna that call this part of the rainforest home.