Longreach is the ideal outback base for soaking up the history and heritage of this amazing Outback Queensland region.
Longreach
If you’ve always dreamed of visiting Australia’s heartland in Outback Queensland, it’s time to grab your kit and head for the bush! Longreach is the ideal outback base for soaking up the history and heritage of this amazing region. Book a room in an old country pub and meet some local characters. Whether your accommodation tastes lean towards camping under the stars or air-conditioned comfort, Longreach offers visitors plenty of options.
Longreach is home to some top outback attractions including Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Qantas Founders Museum. More local highlights include Longreach School of Distance Education and Longreach Powerhouse Museum.
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4.5
HOURSThe colours of the outback come alive at sunset as you glide down the Thomson River aboard the M.V. Longreach Explorer. Capture 360-degree views as our skipper enthrals you with captivating stories about the river, its wildlife, and Indigenous heritage. As the vibrant sunset colours fade into st...
2.5
HOURS
from $99
Smithy’s Outback Dinner & Show
Settle back and enjoy an evening to remember dining under the stars beside the Coolibah lined river. Enjoy a two-course table service dinner, featuring our camp oven themed modern cuisine. Live on stage our talented outback performer will entertain you with their songs and stories....
2.5
HOURS
from $109
Smithy’s Sunset Cruise
The colours of the outback come alive at sunset as you glide down the Thomson River aboard the M.V. Longreach Explorer. After a warm welcome by our experienced crew, take your seat on the top deck ready to capture 360-degree sweeping, river and floodplain views. Our Captain will enthral you with cap...
3
HOURSRelax by rail through the incredible landscapes and wildlife encounters. Learn about Inningai Dreamtime and natural heritage and enjoy an exclusive Smoko at Darr River....
3
HOURSExperience our heritage Rail Motor en-route to Ilfracombe, with incredible stories of nostalgia told by our Rail Motor Drivers, bringing to life ‘the hub of the West’. Disembark in Ilfracombe to explore the unique attractions like the Wellshot Centre, Machinery Mile and perhaps grab some lunch a...
2
HOURSExperience quality outback hospitality on our heritage Rail Motor while watching the sunset over Thomson River floodplains. Enjoy signature canapes and champagne*. Our trained drivers bring the journey to life....
14
DAYS
from $$9699
2025 Corner Country Explorer
BOOK NOW! Explore 14-15 days of majestic desert landscapes and remote outback towns with legendary outback characters. ...
11
DAYS
from $$9299
2025 Cape York & Torres Strait
BOOK NOW! Discover 11 days of unspoiled beauty on Cape York Peninsula and Two Torres Strait Islands. ...
6
DAYS
from $$3699
2025 Legendary Longreach & Winton®
BOOK NOW! Our best-selling, fully comprehensive 6-7 day tour featuring top Longreach and Winton attractions and hospitality. ...
12
DAYS
from $$8599
2025 Journey of the Gulf Savannah
BOOK NOW! Discover 12-13 days of contrasting landscapes - Longreach to Cairns with incredible rail & overland 4WD touring. ...
5
DAYS
from $$2399
2025 Outback Whistle-Stop Longreach
BOOK NOW! Your unforgettable Outback 5-6 day tour with one-of-a-kind hospitality, Longreach icons and the romance of rail. ...
10
DAYS
from $$8299
2025 Roof Of Queensland
Encounter an off the beaten track adventure into the dramatic and diverse wilderness of Central Queensland...
