Julaymba

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.