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Cruise · APT · 7 nights

Gulf Savannah Discovery by 4WD

  • Small group tour with maximum 18 guests
  • Visit Talaroo Hot Springs and take sunset cruise
  • Explore the Undara Lava Tubes, an ancient volcanic wonder
From
$5,895 pp twin share
$7,295 pp solo share
7 nights
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Cruise Snapshot
7 Nights

Delve deep into the Gulf Savannah region of north Queensland by 4WD on this Small Group Tour with a maximum of just 18 guests

  • Visit Talaroo Hot Springs and take a sunset cruise on the Gulf of Carpentaria
  • Explore the unique and mysterious Undara Lava Tubes
  • Cruise through rugged Cobbold Gorge and visit Normanton Station

Trip Details

Departs
3 May 2027
Returns
12 August 2027
Embarks
Operator
APT

Delve deep into the Gulf Savannah region of north Queensland by 4WD on this Small Group Tour with a maximum of just 18 guests. Visit Talaroo Hot Springs and take a sunset cruise on the Gulf of Carpentaria. Visit Normanton Station, cruise through rugged Cobbold Gorge, and explore the unique and mysterious Undara Lava Tubes.

When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs
3 May 2027
Returns 12 August 2027
Returns
12 August 2027
Duration
7 nights
From pp twin share
$5,895 pp
From pp solo cabin
$7,295 pp
  • 03 May 2027 - 10 May 2027
    from $5,895 pp twin share / $7,295 pp solo *
  • 10 Jun 2027 - 17 Jun 2027
    from $5,895 pp twin share / $7,295 pp solo *
  • 19 Jun 2027 - 26 Jun 2027
    from $5,895 pp twin share / $7,295 pp solo *
  • 15 Jul 2027 - 22 Jul 2027
    from $5,895 pp twin share / $7,295 pp solo *
  • 05 Aug 2027 - 12 Aug 2027
    from $5,895 pp twin share / $7,295 pp solo *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Cabin grades, balcony upgrades and pre-cruise hotel options are quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Arrive Cairns, Malanda

    Leave Cairns early this morning and head to Atherton Tablelands. The first stop is to visit the Malanda Falls Visitor Centre, an environmental education centre with interpretive interactive displays on the unique Tableland volcanic region, as well as the connection to country of the local Ndgaonji people. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to choose from a self-guided walk, seeing the rare Lumholtz’s tree-kangaroo, or going swimming.

  2. 2

    Mount Surprise, Georgetown

    Discover the unique Talaroo Hot Springs, where water emerges from underground at up to a scorching 68 degrees Celsius, flowing into steaming pools and terraces which support an ecosystem of aquatic animals and plants found nowhere else in the world. The water that rises to the surface fell as rain an astonishing 20,000 years ago in the nearby Newcastle Range. Later, you head to Georgetown and check in to your accommodation.

  3. 3

    Croydon, Karumba

    Travel to Croydon and visit Lake Belmore. Continue to Karumba, where you will be treated to an Insider Experience.

    Insider Experience – Karumba Sunset Cruise

    Head out on a scenic cruise, and learn more about the town of Karumba, its history and the business of livestock exporting. Cruise out into the Gulf of Carpentaria to Sand Island, where you will indulge in a selection of local king prawns as the sun sets.

  4. 4

    Karumba

    This morning, you can choose to join a nature cruise which will see you venture out onto the gulf to see crocodiles and crabs, as well as do a spot of bird watching and feeding (additional expense). In the afternoon, visit the Les Wilson Barramundi Discovery Centre to learn all about this iconic fish. The centre is the only hatchery in the world to breed the Southern Gulf strain of barramundi.

  5. 5

    Normanton, Forsayth

    Visit Normanton Station and enjoy a self-guided heritage walk around the station precinct and museum. Built in 1889, the station is a treasure trove of history and architecture. Explore the vintage locomotives, carriages, heritage-listed buildings and gardens. Later, head to Georgetown and visit the TerrEstrial Centre, home to the Ted Elliott Mineral Collection, which brings together 4,500 mineral specimens from Australia and around the world.

  6. 6

    Cobbold Gorge

    Today, you explore rugged Cobbold Gorge, located on a private property amid a maze of sandstone formations. Learn about the mighty geological processes that formed the gorge, and in the afternoon, join a guided boat cruise. As your boat negotiates the narrow waterways between sheer rock walls, be on the lookout for freshwater crocodiles.

  7. 7

    Undara, Mount Surprise

    Discover the amazing 190,000-year-old Undara Lava Tubes, once described by Sir David Attenborough as the eighth wonder of the modern world.

    Insider Experience – Undara Lava Tubes Tour

    Embark on the Archway Explorer tour through the mysterious Undara Lava Tubes. Join a local guide and walk through sections of the underground tunnels formed during an ancient volcanic eruption.

  8. 8

    Depart Cairns

    On your return to Cairns, stop for lunch at Woodleigh Station, with its quintessential Australian bush location. Your journey ends on your arrival in Cairns.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Karumba Sunset.
  • Undara Lava Tubes.
  • Day 1 highlights Arrive Cairns, Malanda:

    Leave Cairns early this morning and head to Atherton Tablelands. The first stop is to visit the Malanda Falls Visitor Centre, an environmental education centre with interpretive interactive displays on the unique Tableland volcanic region, as well as the connection to country of the local Ndgaonji people. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to choose from a self-guided walk, seeing the rare Lumholtz’s tree-kangaroo, or going swimming.

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Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Georgetown, Latara Motel
  • Malanda Lodge
  • Mount Surprise Discovery Parks
  • Two Nights, Forsayth, Goldfields Hotel
  • Two Nights, Karumba, Ash’s Holiday Units
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 8 days and 7 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 03 May 2027 and 12 Aug 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Can I travel solo?
Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.
What is generally included?
Inclusions typically cover guided touring and selected experiences, with exact details listed in the itinerary.
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