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Out the Back Australia Tours
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Indicative Rate* $20.00 to $120.00 Tour Only
Description
Encompassing the towns of Cunnamulla, Eulo, Yowah and surrounding districts, Out the Back Australia Tours have captured the very best of life in rural Australia and rolled it into a selection of fun, action packed, hands on adventures. The region is rich in history, Aussie larrikins, wildlife, and natural beauty and wonder and is just about as "outback" as you can get.
... moreEach tour invites you to take part in authentic outback experiences including sheep shearing and wool handling, farming demonstrations, homestead and property visits, opal tours, bird watching, fishing and kayaking on the Warrego River, sand boarding, mineral mud baths, a camp oven dinner and a good old fashioned "pub crawl". No other tours allow you to get this "up close and personal" with the true soul of the Australian outback.
The tours have been designed specifically to allow tourists to sample real-life outback experiences and to get their hands dirty in the spirit of adventure and fun. Their tours will entice tourists young and old, from all around the country and the globe to sample everything that the region has to offer.
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Other Information
Children:
Children are welcome. A kids club is available and all requests for child minding can be accommodated including private babysitting however must be arranged at time of booking.
General Comments
Regardless of your travel timetable, there's a tour to fit most itineraries, from a few hours to more than a week. Tours are conducted year round. So leave your glad rags at home and get ready to "get down and dusty" on the trip of a lifetime!
For those with just a few days up their sleeve, an Out the Back Australia three day tour is the perfect opportunity to experience a short but action packed outback adventure.
How To Get There
All tours depart from Out the Back Australia 32 John Street Cunnamulla. Travel to and from Cunnamulla is not included in the tour however there are a number of great public transport options that can enhance your outback experience. Travel options to and from Cunnamulla Ex Brisbane include: Train - Westlander; Air - Skytrans; Bus - Greyhound/Coach Queensland Coaches; Self drive - sealed roads from Brisbane and Sydney.
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Contact the operator for details on tour inclusions and restrictions. Bookings are essential. Family rates may be available contact the operator for further details.
3 Day - Outback Farmstay
Sit back and relax as you cruise the Warrego River and enjoy the magnificent sunset. Dinner tonight is served around a huge campfire were you can enjoy a three course dinner.
Visit Glencoe Station and learn the fine art of wool, sheep and cattle production from the owners. Visit "Hortonvale" organic farm and "Melrose" grape farm. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of a Natural Artesian Spa from the largest underground river system in the world.
Enjoy breakfast and a guided tour of the property before heading back into Cunnamulla. Enjoy a hearty lunch before bidding your new mates a fond farewell.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Glencoe Station
- Hortonvale Station
- Melrose
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1245.00 | $1245.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive (Double) |
3 Day - Jewels of the Outback
Sit back and relax as you cruise the Warrego River and enjoy the magnificent sunset. Dinner tonight is served around a huge campfire were you can enjoy a three course dinner.
Travel to Yowah the only place in the world where you can fossick for your own "Yowah Nut", a special type of opal only found around Yowah. Visit one of the local opal galleries and watch a display of opal cutting and polishing.
Depart Yowah for the heritage town of Eulo and visit the Mud Springs before embarking on the sights of Eulo.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Out the Back Australia Tours
Tour Travels To
- Yowah
- Eulo
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1245.00 | $1245.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive (Double) |
Kayak Tour and Hire
Tour highlights include tranquil settings, no crocodiles, bird and wildlife, guided tour by accredited guide, lost Forest of river gums, hidden Sandy Island, Kayak hire available with maps
Daily Guided Kayak Tour:
Take a relaxing scenic adventure on the magnificent Warrego River. The abundance of spectacular bird and wildlife, river gums and local history will keep you entertained as you slowly paddle your way upstream, through the Lost Forrest to your very own private island. Every section of the river offers its own little bit of magic. The serenity of nature will simultaneously calm and energise you.
Self Guided Kayak Tour:
For those keen to venture out on their own, why not grab a kayak and explore the Warrego River for a few hours or a whole day. Take a picnic lunch, go fishing, animal and bird watch or just enjoy the silence.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $45.00 | $120.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Sunday - Rocky Station
Visit Allan Tannock Weir and experience the magnificent Warrego River and then Cunnamulla's heritage cemetery where you will hear all the stories of past legends of the town. Depart for the morning's adventures at Rocky Station. Another opportunity to stroll along the banks of the Warrego River on the "Wallaby Walk" and act out your "Indiana Jones" fantasy and navigate your way across the 70 metre swinging footbridge, never before open to the public. Arriving at the homestead, have morning tea and relish in the friendly country hospitality offered by station owners Chris and Mike Webster. On return to Cunnamulla embark on a historical of Cunnamulla including local industries such as organic farming. Watch the history of the town unfold and hear about the many legends of the past as you weave your way on a historical tour of the town's cemetery.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla Cemetery
- Allan Tannock Weir
- Rocky Station
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $95.00 | $95.00 | Adult Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
9 Day - Outback Ensemble - Ex Brisbane or Sydney
Visit the Mud Springs in the heritage town of Eulo.
Travel to Yowah where you can fossick for your very own Yowah Nut a special type of opal that can only be found at Yowah. You will head for the Warrego River to embark on a kayak journey along the windy banks.
Stroll along the banks of the Warrego River on the "Wallaby Walk" and walk the swinging footbridge. Arriving at the homestead of Rocky Station where you will meet station owners Chris and Mike Webster.
Later you head for Charlotte Plains farm stay where you will meet station owners Robyn and Reid Russel. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of a Natural Artesian Spa. In Cunnamulla you can relax and enjoy a sunset boat cruise on the Warrego River with a local.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Roma Street Transit Centre
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
- Eulo
- Yowah
- Warrego River
- Rocky Station
- Charlotte Plains
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1350.00 | $1450.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
9 Day - Outback Ensemble Including Cunnamulla Fella Festival - Ex Brisbane or Sydney
Upon your arrival to Cunnamulla from Brisbane you will unwind before heading off the next morning to Eulo where you can browse local galleries, visit Palm Grove Date Farm and Winery and the Eulo Queen Hotel.
Head north-west to Yowah where you can fossick for your own opal and take a photo at Lover's Leap. Upon your arrival back to Cunnamulla enjoy dinner and bare foot bowls. The next day you will enjoy the Cunnamulla Fella Festival which incorporates a bush poetry competition, bull ride, barbecue and Country Music Concert.
Travel to Rocky Station and take the Wallaby Walk along the banks of the Warrego River and cross the 70 metre swinging footbridge. Charlotte Plains is your next stop where you will dine with owners Robyn and Reid Russell. The next morning you will participate in a tour of the property and enjoy Billy Tea and Damper.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 10 - 18 Nov
Tour Departs From
- Roma Street Transit Centre
Tour Travels To
- Eulo
- Yowah
- Cunnamulla Fella Festival
- Rocky Station
- Charlotte Plains
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1350.00 | $1450.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
6 Day - Get Down and Dusty Including The Cunnamulla Fella Festival
The six day Get Down and Dusty Cunnamulla Fella Festival Tour features: Rocky Station, suspended footbridge, Charlotte Plains, Artesian Bore, Jack's Hut, a Pub Crawl, Yowah Opal Fields, Lover's Leap, Eulo, Palm Grove Date Farm and Winery, authentic Aboriginal Artwork and of course the Cunnamulla Fella Festival. Contact the operator for more information.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 12 - 17 Nov
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla Fella Festival
- Rocky Station
- Charlotte Plains
- Yowah
- Eulo
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1685.00 | $3325.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
6 Day - Get Down and Dusty
Get up close and personal with nature and experience real-life in the outback. Meet the local characters and get to places not open to the public. Come into our community and be a local the time you are with us. You will experience a trip of a lifetime and make friends for life. Immerse yourself with larger-than-life characters, enjoy a beer and yarn with the locals and some traditional Aussie tucker at the Cunnamulla Bowling Club. Take a historical tour of the town including local organic farming. At Rocky Station enjoy the "Wallaby Walk", act out your "Indiana Jones" fantasy, navigate your way across the 70 metre swinging footbridge and relish the country hospitality offered by Chris & Mike. Tour Charlotte Plains with owners including natures mineral rich artesian waters before culinary delights in a magnificent outback setting. Relax as you cruise the Warrego River enjoying the tranquil surrounds, history, bird and wildlife capped off by a magnificent sunset. Experience Yowah the only place in the world you can fossick for your own "Yowah Nut". At the heritage town of Eulo visit the Mud Springs before embarking on the sights of Eulo.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
- Rocky Station
- Charlotte Plains
- Yowah
- Eulo
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $2295.00 | $2295.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive (Double) |
3 Day - Outback Characters, Stations and Hidden Treasures
Tonight immerse yourself with larger-than-life characters and enjoy a beer and yarn with the locals and some traditional Aussie tucker at the Cunnamulla Bowling Club.
After breakfast wander around the local shops and then explore the magnificent Warrego River with all its bird and wildlife. Take a historical tour of the town before heading to a state of the art local organic farm. Dinner tonight is served around a huge campfire were you can enjoy a three course dinner.
Stroll along the banks of the Warrego River on the "Wallaby Walk" and walk the 75 metre "Indiana Jones" style swinging footbridge. Arriving at the homestead of Rocky Station, have morning tea and relish in the friendly country hospitality offered by station owners Chris and Mike Webster.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1510.00 | $1510.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive (Double) |
3 Day - Family Explorer
Sit back and relax as you cruise the Warrego River and enjoy the magnificent sunset. Dinner tonight is served around a huge campfire were you can enjoy a three course dinner.
Travel to Yowah the only place in the world where you can fossick for your own "Yowah Nut", a special type of opal only found around Yowah. Visit one of the local opal galleries and watch a display of opal cutting and polishing.
Depart Yowah for the heritage town of Eulo and visit the Mud Springs before embarking on the sights of Eulo.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Yowah
- Eulo
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $950.00 | $950.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
6 Day - Family Action
Take a historical tour of the town before heading to a state of the art local organic farm. Dinner tonight is served around a huge campfire were you can enjoy a three course dinner.
Stroll along the banks of the Warrego River on the "Wallaby Walk" and walk the 75 metre "Indiana Jones" style swinging footbridge. Arriving at the homestead of Rocky Station meet station owners Chris and Mike Webster.
Later we head for Charlotte Plains farm stay where you will meet station owners Robyn and Reid Russel. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of a Natural Artesian Spa from the largest underground river system in the world.
Travel to Yowah the only place in the world where you can fossick for your own "Yowah Nut", a special type of opal only found around Yowah.
Visit the Mud Springs in the heritage town of Eulo.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
- Rocky Station
- Charlotte Plains
- Yowah
- Eulo
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $1500.00 | $1500.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
5 Day - Outback Wildlife and Farmstay
On arrival at Charlotte Plains Farm stay you will have a campfire dinner under the stars.
Station owners Robyn and Reid Russell will show you this magnificent property. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of a Natural Artesian Spa from the largest underground river system in the world.
In Cunnamulla you can relax and enjoy a sunset river cruise on the Warrego River with a local.
Go on a historic tour of the cemetery which will highlight some of the towns many legends. Complete an Aussie Pub crawl around the local's favourite watering holes.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Roma Street Transit Centre
Tour Travels To
- Charlotte Plains
- Cunnamulla
- Warrego River
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $950.00 | $950.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
4 Day - Outback Thrills
You will head for the magnificent Warrego River to embark on a kayak journey along the windy banks lined with a canopy of wildlife and birdlife. Later you head for the adrenalin rush of sandboarding and sledding down the massive natural dunes. Enjoy the campfire dinner and take the unique opportunity to master the ancient aboriginal art of playing the didgeridoo.
Stroll along the banks of the Warrego River on the "Wallaby Walk" and walk the 75 metre "Indiana Jones" style swinging footbridge. Arriving at the homestead of Rocky Station meet station owners Chris and Mike Webster.
Later you head for Charlotte Plains farm stay where you will meet station owners Robyn and Reid Russel. Enjoy the therapeutic benefits of a Natural Artesian Spa from the largest underground river system in the world.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Roma Street Transit Centre
Tour Travels To
- Charlotte Plains
- Cunnamulla
- Warrego River
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $750.00 | $750.00 | Adult Tour - All Inclusive |
Sunset River Cruise
Tour highlights include cruising the coffee coloured waters of the Warrego River, bird and wildlife, enjoy a beer or wine with savouries, local guide, magnificent sunset on the water.
Sit back, put your feet up and enjoy a boat cruise along the scenic Warrego River with a keen, local guide who has a real passion of the river. An abundance of spectacular bird and wildlife, river gums and local history will mesmerize you as you slowly cruise along the beautiful calm waters of the Warrego River. Enjoy a cold beer, glass of wine and savouries as you experience a magnificent outback sunset over the water. With a limit of just five passengers per cruise, an intimate and unique experience is assured.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $65.00 | $65.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Sandboard Hire
Highlights include: large natural sand dune, toboggan or sandboard, bird and wildlife, hire by the hour, drop off and pick up, food hampers and beverages for purchase.
Get your heart racing and adrenalin pumping as you hit the slopes for an action packed hardcore adventure. With the massive sand dune just outside Cunnamulla, you can take one of our sandboards or sleds for a thrilling ride down the sandy slopes. It's a tough climb all the way to the top but well worth the effort as you speed your way down to the bottom. The ride will give you such a rush, you'll want to turn around and do it all over again. Based on skill, this sport is similar to snowboarding - you can wind your way to the bottom or simply go full speed in a straight line. Hire a sandboard or toboggan by the hour, with an AUD50.00 deposit (refundable on return of the equipment without damage).
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $20.00 | $20.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Gone Walkabout Town and Industry Tour
Tour highlights include organic farming, tour commentary by a local up to third generation, learn the secrets of the town's past legends, fun and friendly, meet some locals.
Take a tour of Cunnamulla with one of the team from Out the Back Australia. You are guaranteed to return with cramps in your cheeks from laughing so much. As you make your way around town you will get to meet some of the locals and learn all about this pioneering rural outpost called Cunnamulla. You get to experience local industry not open to the public such as state of the art organic farming on a scale that will blow your mind! Learn about the many legends past and present of our town and you will be amazed at what is happening. See where they caught the last man hanged in Queensland for the crime of robbery and hear the stories of once grand buildings and homes now just relics of the past.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $30.00 | $95.00 | Adult Tour Only |
Nightly Campfire Dinner
Highlights include local entertainment, amazing food, huge campfire of hot Gidyea coals, dine under a blanket of outback stars, locally grown organic lamb.
While you're in Cunnamulla, come and enjoy a three-course dinner served around a large campfire with nightly entertainment including music, dancing, food, drink, good times and great company. Great value, great food and great fun. Happy hour kicks off at 5.00 p.m. (bring your own acohol). Dinner served at 6.00 p.m. and the menu includes: homemade soup, roast dinner including locally grown organic lamb, chicken, roast vegies, cauliflower and broccoli in white sauce baked to perfection, peas and gravy, desert the old time favourite of bread and butter pudding, ice-cream and cream with tea or coffee.
All plates and cutlery provided and free pick up and drop off available.
Tour Information
Contact operator for details.
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $25.00 | $25.00 | Adult Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
Thursday - Glencoe Station
Visit Allan Tannock Weir and experience the magnificent Warrego River. Arrive at Glencoe station, visit the sheep yards and shearing shed and see a real-life working property. Sample a traditional bush smoko of "Billy tea and Damper" with the station owners Hugh and Helen Miller. Watch the working sheep dogs bring in the sheep and then learn all about wool production including shearing a sheep. On return to Cunnamulla embark on a historical of Cunnamulla including local industries such as organic farming. Watch the history of the town unfold and hear about the many legends of the past as you weave your way on a historical tour of the town's cemetery. Return to Out the Back Gallery Cafe where you can feel free to tour the photographic display of Stephanie Mills at your own leisure.
Tour Information
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Feb - 31 Mar
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar
Tour Departs From
- Cunnamulla
Tour Travels To
- Allan Tannock Weir
- Glencoe Station
- Cunnamulla
Rates*
| From | To | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|
| $95.00 | $95.00 | Adult Tour - All Meals, All admissions |
* Please note: These rates are indicative based on the minimum and maximum available costs of listed products and services. To obtain a firm price from the provider, please use the contact the operator. All prices are quoted in Australian dollars.