Itinerary
Drive up through Atherton tablelands, stop and have a look at the curtain fig and Milla Milla Falls, that afternoon arrive at Undara. Considered some of the largest and longest lava tubes on the planet, the Undara lava tubes, located in Undara Volcanic National Park in North Queensland, have led to the formation of some spectacular underground caves.
Thought to be formed by immense volcanic activity, during this fiery episode, twenty-three billion cubic litres of lava was estimated to have spewed forth from the Undara Volcano onto the surrounding Atherton Tableland.
Undara region offers guests a unique outback adventure. Staying here is not like checking into any other hotel, motel or resort. The accommodation puts you in the heart of the Australian Outback, providing an authentic escape into the bush with accommodation ranging from Cabins, Railway carriages and homesteads. There are a few things you can be assured of, friendly hospitality and an array of native Australian plants and animals right on your doorstep, including but not limited to kangaroos, wallabies and kookaburras.
– Dinner
Cobbold Gorge is a hidden oasis tucked away within the rugged sandstone formations. An ancient landscape which invites you to breathe in the bush and breathe out your worries. Located in North Queensland’s Gulf Savannah, this ancient geological landform is unique in its narrow sandstone formations and spectacular 30-foot cliffs. Cobbold is the youngest of Queensland’s gorges to visit, with a mere 10,000 years against its name, giving some indication of the deep history that Queensland’s Outback holds.
Tour the gorge on a custom-made, electric powered boat – quietly motored as not to disturb the gentle serenity of the natural ecosystems it passes. It glides across the surface mirroring the eerie silence of the Cobbold Gorge itself. Where you glide, how can this be any more perfect!!
You may even spot one of the large populations of resident freshwater crocodiles.
An award-winning outback experience. How can this be any more perfect!!
– Breakfast and dinner
Today we will have a train ride on the Gulf Savannah from Critters Camp to Normanton, this is a heritage-listed railway line in the Gulf Country of northern Queensland, Australia. Hear the history of the 16-mile turning angle built in 1891, and the true tales of how this little Gulf Savannah landscape got its unusual name.
This is the only train to operate on the line operated by a Gardner diesel propelled rail motor and carriages TP1809 and TP1811.
That night we will be stopping at Karumba, one of Outback Queensland’s remote towns.
– Breakfast and dinner
This interactive and state of the art Interpretive Centre provides the history, stories, lifecycle and habits of these sought-after fish. Discover the wetlands and mangroves and learn about the incredible birdlife and stunning southern Gulf flora.
The Ferryman River Cruises.
Karumba’s number one in River and Gulf Cruises Explore the mangrove lined waterway of the Norman River with the Ferryman.
The wildlife adventures include Bird watching, Croc spotting and unforgettable Sunsets over the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Enjoy an evening of sunset drinks and nibbles as the sunsets over the Gulf of Carpentaria.
Overnight again in Kurumba.
– Breakfast and dinner
We will travel to Normanton have a beer at the Purple pub and a photo with ‘Kyrs’ a spectacular 8.63m crocodile, from there we will head to Cloncurry for the night.
– Breakfast and dinner
Waltzing Matilda Centre in Winton, Outback Queensland tells the story of Waltzing Matilda, a song that lives in the hearts of all Australians as our unofficial anthem and the first museum in the world dedicated to a song.
The Australian Age of Dinosaurs Museum is home to the largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils in the world. Experience a world class tour with passionate museum tour guides.
The tour includes preparation laboratories where a team of staff and volunteers bring these fossils back to life. We then go to the collection room where you are shown the best exhibits which are brought to life. A tour of dinosaur canyon which is a world class attraction set amongst white gums and cycads. Finish the day with drinks and nibbles overlooking the surrounding area as the sun sets followed by a BBQ dinner.
Overnight – Boulder Opal, North Gregory Hotel or similar
– Breakfast and dinner
Live the past with all your senses as you ride the old Longreach-Windorah mail route. Hear the pounding hooves of the magnificent horses on the outback dirt road. Hear the rattle and creak of the coach. Hold on to your hat for the only stagecoach gallop in Australia!
The Australians Stockman’s Hall of Fame live show.
Wonder through the themed galleries, each one depicting an important aspect of our pioneering history. Then bring the experience to life with a Stockman’s life live show. Highlighting sheep mustering, whip cracking and outback humour with a musical touch of outback song to bring the atmosphere alive.
Thompson River Sunset cruise with a campfire dinner on the paddle wheeler – Board the only paddlewheeler west of the Great Divide and enjoy an adventure to the heart of outback tradition and legend. Ashore we enjoy a traditional stockman’s camp-fire dinner. This is the real outback experience with inspiring and humorous traditional entertainment featuring the barefoot bush poet.
– Breakfast and dinner
This is where Qantas was born. The museum tells the story of Australia’s national airline, from its early days in Outback Queensland to present day. Characters of the early Qantas days, their pioneering spirit and the impact the airline had for all Australians, is brought to life through life size exhibits, historical artefacts and interactive displays including the National Heritage Listed Qantas Hangar.
We then venture through to the country town of Barcaldine home to the Tree of Knowledge, the reputed birthplace of the labour movement in Australia and the location of the first Australian Shearer strike.
Here we join the Desert Dreaming Centre for an aboriginal experience with dinner, Corroboree and a tour of the Tree of Knowledge.
This tree grew outside the Railway Station for about 180 years until 2006 when sadly, it was poisoned by an unknown culprit. The famous tree has been preserved and placed under an award winning structure that gives the illusion of a canopy over the Tree. The best view of the Tree and the memorial is at night when it is beautifully lit by special lighting. A visit at night will be a highlight of your trip.
– Breakfast and dinner
We then arrive in the heart of the Gemfields, Rubyvale and try our hand at fossicking for sapphires. We then head back and finish the tour in Mackay.
– Breakfast
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Prices and Bookings
Book with Confidence, Guests requesting a cancelation due to Covid will be issued a full refund for any tours booked with Reef N Beyond.
9 Day / 8 Night Tour
$4290 NETT per person twin share, $900 NETT single supplement
16 meals
Tour departure dates are
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Experienced Driver Guide & Airport Transfers
Tour commences in Cairns
Tour concludes In Mackay
Tour inclusions
Return airport or train transfers
Tour exclusions
Snacks and beverages are not included.
Optional gratitude’s / tipping
Personal expenses
Travel Insurance
Itinerary changes
On some occasions it may be necessary to change the itinerary due to availability or other circumstances beyond our control. Alternate destinations or swapping of days may occur if all other options have been exhausted
On some occasions it may be necessary to change the accommodation place due to availability or other circumstances beyond our control. Alternate accommodation will be booked.
