AAT Kings - Gulf Savannah 4WD Wanderer Itinerary

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Cairns – Malanda

Your journey begins on a high – literally – as you depart Cairns and weave north into the Atherton Tableland. There are lakes, record-breaking pines and Historic Village Herberton, a recreated tin mining town replete with shops and a pub.

Included Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Flights to arrive prior to 12 noon into Perth Airport

Accommodation: Malanda - 1 Night

Atherton Tableland
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Malanda centre can be reached within 15 minutes' walk from Mandala Lodge motel. This property offers 17 rooms with tea and coffee making facilities, and such modern conveniences as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. A separate toilet and a shower along with such comforts as hair dryers and towels are also featured. An outdoor swimming pool and a picnic area are available for an extra charge. The Lodge has a sunbathing terrace and a garden for guests' enjoyment.

Malanda Lodge Motel

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Malanda – Georgetown

All aboard the 1960s Savannahlander train as it tracks towards Einasleigh in the Wet Tropics. Order a cold one at the pub or visit Copperfield Gorge before the ‘silver bullet’ chugs toward Georgetown.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Georgetown - 1 Night

Newcastle Range to Georgetown.
Latara 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.
Latara Motel - Georgetown

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Georgetown – Karumba

The aquatic jewel of the Gulf Savannah, Croydon’s Lake Belmore is the region’s largest body of water. Karumba sits at the mouth of the Norman River on the Gulf of Carpentaria; it's a twitcher's delight, as you’ll discover on a sunset cruise.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Karumba - 2 nights Night

Karumba
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The 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.
Karumba Lodge

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Karumba

The Gulf of Carpentaria is a rare example of a shallow sea on top of a continent. It’s a unique marine ecosystem that fosters all manner of fish, as you’ll learn at the Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre & Hatchery. Feeling thirsty? Enjoy happy hour at Point Sunset.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Adels Grove

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Karumba to Normanton

Explorers Burke and Wills came through this part of Queensland while surveying the gulf. Campsite 119 was their most northerly post. They didn’t make it to Mutton Hole Wetlands Regional Park, but you will, with time for croc- and bird-watching.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Normanton - 1 night

Normington
Gulfland 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.
Gulfland Hotel - Normanton

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Normanton - Cobbold Gorge

When the journey matters just as much as the destination, jump aboard the historic Gulflander train. As locals like to say, “it travels from nowhere to nowhere”. But it sure is fun.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Cobbold Gorge - 2 Nights

Normanton
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Discovering 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.
Cobbold Gorge Hutts

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Cobbold Gorge

This ancient geological landform is distinguished by its narrow, striated sandstone formations and humbling 10-metre cliffs. Cruising here, the only sounds you’ll hear are the wind and wildlife.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

 

Train

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Undara Lava Tubes

Sleep in – we’re in no rush today. Forsayth for lunch, then campfire entertainment before retiring to your accommodation in antique railway carriages.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Accommodation: Undara - 1 Night

cruise

Discovery Resorts Undara offers a variety of unique overnight experiences with the option to sleep in a historic railway carriage. After a day of exploration, unwind with a drink at the charming old Saloon Car Bar, take a refreshing dip in the billabong-style pool, or start your morning with freshly boiled billy-tea around the campfire.

Discovery Resorts - Undara

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 Undara – Cairns

The Undara Lava Tubes were carved by the world’s longest lava flow from a single volcano. Huge caves have formed along the tubes, creating a surreal underground world. Time to say see-you-later to the Savannah.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

We recommend that guests fly out the day after the tour returns to Cairns, as it may be delayed getting back into Cairns.

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What Elizabeth says about this tour: This Cairns to Cairns 4wd trek through the Gulf Savannah includes some iconic activities and locations - Journey on the famous Savannahlander from Mount Surprise to Forsayth and cruise on the Gulf of Carpentaria. There are some big drive days but the feedback is that it is well worth it!
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