Julaymba

The Description of Julaymba

Site Editorial Commentary：Journey to the world’s oldest rainforest and meet its Indigenous Custodians.

Julaymba — the Eastern Kuku Yalanji word for the Daintree — is an award-winning Mixed Reality journey through the heart of the world’s oldest rainforest.

Travel to Tropical North Queensland and meet Eastern Kuku Yalanji Elder Richard Burchill, a Traditional Custodian of this UNESCO World Heritage site, as he shares timeless stories, language, and a profound connection to Country.

In Julaymba, you’ll:
- Take part in a traditional smoking ceremony
- Learn Kuku Yalanji language words
- Encounter a giant cassowary
- Splash through waterfalls
- See glowing fungi appear in your hands

This Immersive educational experience weaves together culture and nature, inviting you to feel the wawu (spirit) of the rainforest in a deeply personal way.

Awards
- ‘Best in Australia’ and ‘Best in VR Interactive Immersive Experiences’ - Australian XR Festival 2023
- ‘Best XR experience’ - XR Awards 2024
- ‘Official Selection’ - SXSW Sydney 2023

Additional information
- This app contains additional immersive content that needs to be downloaded.
- A portion of all revenue generated by Julaymba goes directly back to the Eastern Kuku Yalanji community, supporting their cultural preservation efforts and ensuring a sustainable future for the Daintree rainforest.