9 Day Guided Holiday
Gulf Savannah Wanderer
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Lawn Hill Gorge
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Cobbold Gorge
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Chillagoe Limestone Caves
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Adel's Grove
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Gulflander Train
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Karumba
Prices From
$3200
adult twin ?$3200
child ?$3850
single ?Itinerary
As this Guided Holiday departs at 6.30am, accommodation will need to be pre-booked for the previous night.
Day 1: Cairns – Chillagoe
You start your holiday by winding your way up to the Atherton Tablelands. Travel on to Chillagoe, known for its marble mining and limestone caves.
Hotel: Chillagoe Observatory & Eco Lodge (Standard), or Chillagoe Guest House
Included Meals: Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Chillagoe – Georgetown
Board the Savannahlander train as it tracks the Ootann Road into Brahman cattle country. Watch the landscape change from limestone to granite to basalt country, as you head west across the Newcastle Range to Georgetown.
Hotel: Latara Motel (Standard), Georgetown
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Georgetown – Karumba
Enjoy a morning ‘smoko’ on the shore of Croydon’s Lake Belmore. In historic Normanton take in famous landmarks like the ‘Purple Pub’, Burns Philp General Store and a replica of Krys, the 8.63m crocodile. Continue to Karumba on the Gulf of Carpentaria for a cruise to enjoy a spectacular Gulf sunset.
Hotel: Karumba Lodge (Standard)
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 4: Karumba – Adel’s Grove
Travel back through Normanton this morning and visit Burke & Wills Camp #119. Cross the vast ‘Plains of Promise’ to Leichhardt Falls and Burketown. Then it’s on to Adel’s Grove for two nights in basic cabins.
Hotel: Adels Grove (Standard), Basic cabins^, 2 nights
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
^On 30 May, 27 June, 18 July, 8 August, 15 August & 12 September departures, there is limited accommodation for basic cabins with en suites. Once full, permanent safari tents with share bathroom facilities will be used.
Day 5: Lawn Hill National Park
Spend a relaxed day enjoying Lawn Hill National Park, an oasis set amid the spinifex clad Constance Range. Enjoy a cruise of Lawn Hill Gorge, a haven for bird and wildlife.
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 6: Lawn Hill – Normanton
Visit the World Heritage listed Riversleigh Fossil Fields, recording the history of Australia’s mega-fauna. You’ll have lunch at Gregory, then take a short break at remote Burke & Wills Roadhouse, before travelling on to Normanton.
Hotel: Gulfland Hotel (Standard), Normanton
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7: Normanton – Cobbold Gorge
Take the Gulflander RM93 train across the savannah and Norman River to Critters Camp. Visit Georgetown and Forsayth on your way to Cobbold Gorge.
Hotel: Cobbold Gorge Cabins (Standard)
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Cobbold Gorge – Undara
This morning cruise Cobbold Gorge through Hampstead sandstone cliffs. Travel on to the famous Undara Lava Tubes. There’s campfire entertainment after dinner before retiring to faithfully restored antique railway carriages.
Hotel: Undara Lava Lodge (Standard)
Included Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
9 Day Guided Holiday
Departs
Selected departures between May - October. Departures subject to availability and may be waitlisted until minimum numbers have been met.
| 2018 | |
| Start | End |
| May 23 | May 31 |
| May 30 | Jun 07^ |
| Jun 06 | Jun 14 |
| Jun 13 | Jun 21 |
| Jun 20 | Jun 28 |
| Jun 27 | Jul 05^ |
| Jul 04 | Jul 12 |
| Jul 11 | Jul 19 |
| Jul 18 | Jul 26^ |
| Jul 25 | Aug 02 |
| Aug 01 | Aug 09 |
| Aug 08 | Aug 16^ |
| Aug 22 | Aug 30 |
| Aug 29 | Sep 06 |
| Sep 05 | Sep 13 |
| Sep 12 | Sep 20^ |
| Sep 19 | Sep 27 |
| Sep 26 | Oct 04 |
| Oct 03 | Oct 11 |
Flight Information
Day Prior – Flights to arrive anytime into Cairns Airport
Day 9 – We recommend guests fly out the day after the tour returns to Cairns, as the tour may be delayed getting back to Cairns, due to flight delays, roadworks, traffic accidents.
Need Accommodation?
Our special discounted rates make booking accommodation with us during your holiday both easy and affordable at selected AAT Kings hotels and resorts.
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Inclusions
- 8 Breakfasts
- 9 Lunches
- 8 Dinners
- Accommodation
- Experienced Tour Leader
- Travel by air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
- Small group experience with maximum 24 guests
- Journey on Savannahlander & Gulflander trains
- Cruise on the Gulf of Carpentaria
What to bring
Please note luggage cannot exceed 10kg per person. Suitcases, including suitcases with wheels are not recommended. Airlines also have luggage restrictions of 1 piece per person. There will also be opportunity to laundry your clothes.
- Soft bag (overnight or duffle bag) approx 30 x 30 x 70cm
- Small day pack
- Comfortable walking shoes and sandals
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
- Water bottle
- Camera
- Light jacket
- Warmer clothes for cooler nights
- Swimmers & towel
- Torch
- Binoculars
- Insect repellant
Fitness requirement
Moderate level of fitness as walks to locations may be on uneven ground.
Accommodation Standards & Prices
Choose from a range of accommodation standards below. AAT Kings has hand-picked a range of hotels in key destinations to suit all kinds of budgets and we’ve pre-negotiated amazing prices for you.
Gulf Savannah Wanderer (QGS)
Where you'll be staying
- Chillagoe Observatory & Eco Lodge
- Latara Motel
- Karumba Lodge
- Adels Grove
- Gulfland Hotel
- Cobbold Gorge Cabins
- Undara Lava Lodge
Your choice of accommodation standards
Choose from a range of accommodation standards. AAT Kings has hand-picked a range of hotels in key destinations to suit all kinds of budgets and we’ve pre-negotiated amazing prices for you.
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Standard (R)
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Chillagoe Observatory & Eco Lodge
1 Hospital Ave, Chillagoe, QLD 4871Stay & enjoy our peaceful oasis in the outback, surrounded by shady trees & visited by many native birds & animals. Enjoy a delicious meal at the fully licensed restaurant & then star-gazing of our impressive night skies at our very own observatory.
- Features
- Shower and toilet facilities
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Latara Motel
Gulf Development Road, Georgetown, QLD 4871Latara Motel is located in Georgetown in the heart of the Savannah Way. It is the perfect base to explore the surrounding area and unique attractions. The Motel is spread over seven acres of natural bushland gardens and sweeping lawns, creating an oasis in the desert.
- Features
- Air-conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Tea & Coffee Facilities
- TV
- Ensuite
- ISD/STD phone
- Room service
- Guest Laundry
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Karumba Lodge
Cnr Yappar & Gilbert Streets, Karumba, QLD 4891The Karumba Lodge reflects all of the excitement and adventure the gulf country has to offer. Situated on absolute river frontage, the Karumba Lodge overlooks the Norman River in the centre of the main township of Karumba. This provides easy access to all the town’s facilities including the post office, bank, supermarket, fishing charters and river cruises.
- Features
- Air-conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Ensuite
- Shower and toilet facilities
- Shared self-service laundry facilities
- TV
- Barbecue facilities
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Adels Grove
Adels Grove Camping Park, Lawn Hill Rd, Lawn Hill, Queensland 4830Adels Grove is located 10 km from the Lawn Hill Gorge, Boodjamulla National Park and 50 km from the world heritage Riversleigh Fossil fields.
Visitors have the option of Camping or enjoying our dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation in either furnished river tents or rooms. Relax on our licensed deck area or by Lawn Hill Creek between swims.
- Features
- Shower and toilet facilities
- Towels and Bedlinen
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Gulfland Hotel
11 Landsborough Street, Normanton, QLD 4890Gulfland Hotel is ideally positioned on the outskirts of Normanton in a quiet location only a short drive/walk to town. Noramnton is the second oldest town in the Gulf and serves as the main business centre for Gulf of Carpentaria with services such as Westpac bank, Post Office, Centrelink, Medical Centre, Hospital, Airport , Bus Service just to mention a few. As the town is bordered by the Norman River it is also a great birdwatching base with a vast aray of species in our local area.
- Features
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Ensuite
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Cobbold Gorge Cabins
Cobbold Gorge Caravan Park, Gregory Developmental Road, Forsayth, QLD 4871Discovering the spirit of the outback no longer means giving up the creature comforts of home.
By day, immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the Gulf Savannah; by night, unwind and rest up in privacy and comfort.
- Features
- Ensuite
- Air-conditioning
- TV
- Phone
- Internet Access
- Bathroom Amenities
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Undara Lava Lodge
Undara Volcanic National Park, Savannah Way, Mt Surprise QLD 4871Unlike any other hotel or resort, Undara is a wilderness experience totally in contrast to today’s modern accommodation. It’s a place where you can explore natural geological wonders, enjoy the comforts and hospitality of a unique outback setting and where the local wildlife are as abundant as they are at home in their surroundings.
Stay in either restored turn-of the century railway carriages or pioneer hunts.- Features
- Toilet facilities
- Linen
