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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The 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...
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....
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...
Relax by rail through the incredible landscapes and wildlife encounters. Learn about Inningai Dreamtime and natural heritage and enjoy an exclusive Smoko at Darr River....
Experience 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...
Enjoy the ultimate dinner experience with our Silver-Tails Sunset rail journey and Smithy's Outback Dinner & Show under the stars. Indulge in signature canapes, enjoy a drink, and a delicious two-course dinner while talented outback performers entertain you....
Experience 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....
2024 Corner Country Explorer
Journey to the spectacular Channel Country and discover fascinating and remote Outback communities with legendary outback characters. Retrace the last days of Burke and Wills, visit the historic Dig Tree, toast the sunset overlooking the Simpson Desert and much more......
2024 Cape York & Torres Strait
Discover the stunning Cape York & Torres Strait Islands region at a relaxed pace on this dedicated small-group tour exploring stunning locations and having unique experiences en route to 'The Tip' of Australia....
2024 Legendary Longreach & Winton®
Experience the highlights of Outback Queensland’s heartland on the best selling fully inclusive tour featuring more of the top Longreach & Winton attractions and hospitality. ...
Specially designed for Probians. Probians enjoy 5% off the listed price below plus exclusive Probian gift on arrival. Experience a 12 day journey through the Gulf Savannah region from Longreach to Cairns....
2024 Journey of the Gulf Savannah
Experience a 12 day journey through the Gulf Savannah region from Longreach to Cairns. Visit the spectacular Karumba (also known as Outback by the Sea), experience the Gulflander and Savannahlander scenic rail journeys, discover Cobbold Gorge and more....