Ida Bay Railway, a two-foot gauge line constructed in 1922, is the last original operating bush tramway in Tasmania and has the distinction of being the most southerly railway in Australia running Malcolm Moore diesel locomotives.
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Enjoy a scenic two-hour return trip on a heritage listed bush railway through bushland to a safe and secluded beach.
Come and learn the history of the railway and of the people who made their home there.
View the spectacular rivers, the magnificent mountain vistas, wildflowers, wildlife and birdlife, and take a stroll down one of the many walking tracks.
Many passengers enjoy catching an earlier train and spending time at the end of the line on the beach or doing one of the walks and then returning to the station on a later train.
Enjoy picnic and barbecue facilities, which are available at both ends of the line.
There is a cafe, which can provide lunches or cater for groups by arrangement.
The toilets, cafe and ticket office all have disability access plus cabin accommodation and camping sites are available.
Ida Bay Railway is a two-hour drive south of Hobart.
Come and enjoy this unique experience in a truly scenic environment in the Far South of Tasmania.