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Cobbold Gorge Tours
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Indicative Rate* $75.00 to $50000.00 Tour Only

07 4062 5470
enquiries@cobboldgorge.com.au
www.cobboldgorge.com.au

Description

A jewel in the Gulf Savannah crown. Deep in the heart of the Gulf Savannah region of Far North Queensland is a hidden outback oasis - Cobbold Gorge. Only a six hour drive from Cairns and Townsville, you can immerse yourself in the natural wonder of a truly unique North Queensland outback holiday destination. Cobbold Gorge offers the ultimate outback family holiday adventure with modern accommodation and recreational vehicle and caravan friendly camping facilities.

A range of guided tours have been tailored to bring you the best of stunning scenery, diverse flora and fauna and rich cultural history,. To protect this unique North Queensland environment, access to Cobbold Gorge is by guided tour only.

Gorge Tour - A three hour boat cruise and tour of the gorge will be the highlight of your trip to outback Queensland, Cape York and the Savannah Way.

Robin Hood Station and Fishing Experience - Ever wondered about life on a working cattle station? Their four-hour insider's tour offers a rare insight to the history and development of the North Queensland cattle grazing industry, and you might even catch a barra!

Scenic helicopter flights are a thrilling and unforgettable experience for Cobbold Gorge visitors.

Property Details

Facilities

  • Car park
  • Checkin Desk
  • Guide
  • Public Telephone

Activities

  • Animal Watching
  • Canoeing
  • Cruise
  • Swimming

Other Information

Children:
Children are welcome.

Disabled:
There are ramps to dining, bar and reception areas, as well as public toilet and shower facilities for disabled guests.

Pets Allowed:
Yes. Pets are welcome on a leash, however are not permitted in units or on tour (village staff can 'pet-sit' for you while you are on tour).

How To Get There:
Located 45 kilometres south of Forsayth or 85 kilometres from Georgetown in Queenslands Gulf Savannah Region.


Cobbold Gorge Tours Tours


3 Hour Gorge Tour

4WD vehicles transport you to Cobbold Gorge

Simply gorge-ous!

There's no better way to grasp the uniqueness of the narrow gorge with its majestic, 30-metre sheer walls than to get up-close-and-personal with it. A three hour boat cruise and tour of the gorge will be an unforgettable highlight of your trip to outback Queensland, Cape York or Savannah Way.

Custom-made, electric powered boats glide through the spectacularly sculpted gorge walls in almost eerie silence ensuring minimal disturbance to wildlife. There's every chance of seeing one of the large population of resident freshwater crocodiles.

Visitors are then transported on all-terrain vehicles into the heart of Robin Hood Station across the Robertson River (when conditions permit) to the grave of pioneer, John Corbett.

An informative insight to the geology of the rugged sandstone formations is followed by a guided bushwalk to the top of the escarpment. It's a relatively easy walk with the reward of a magnificent view of the gorge below.

Access to Cobbold Gorge is by guided tour only.

Tour Information


3 hours
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar 10:00am - 1:00pm
10:00am - 1:00pm
10:00am - 1:00pm
10:00am - 1:00pm
10:00am - 1:00pm
10:00am - 1:00pm
10:00am - 1:00pm
Tour departs daily April to October, bookings essential.

Tour Departs From

  • Cobbold Gorge

Tour Travels To

  • Forsayth - Etheridge Area

Indicative Rates*

FromToInclusions
$75.00$75.00Tour Only
Derived from 1 person rate.




Robin Hood Cattle Station and Fishing Experience

Cobbold Gorge is part of a working cattle station

In the footsteps of our cattle pioneers.

Ever wondered about life on working cattle station? There is no better opportunity to get a taste of outback Queensland than an insider's view of Robin Hood Station in the heart of the Gulf Savannah.

Robin Hood Station- supposedly named because it adjoined the Sherwood mining lease - is a 1284 square kilometre cattle grazing property run by third generation cattleman, Simon Terry and his wife, Gaye.

Visit the cattle yards, dams and outbuildings while your guide offers rare insights to the cattle grazing industry. You'll see firsthand the implications of today's management and future challenges for people who love their land and want to pass it onto the next generation of North Queensland cattlemen. Relax over a traditional, outback smoko before testing your fishing skills against the elusive North Queensland barramundi - the legendary fighting fish.

Minimum numbers apply so book ahead for your chance to experience Robin Hood Station and fishing on a unique, four hour tour. Tackle is provided but feel free to bring your own lucky lure.

Tour Information


3 hours
Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar 1:30pm - 5:30pm
1:30pm - 5:30pm
1:30pm - 5:30pm
1:30pm - 5:30pm
1:30pm - 5:30pm
1:30pm - 5:30pm
1:30pm - 5:30pm
Departs April to October, minimum numbers apply. Bookings are essential.

Tour Departs From

  • Cobbold Gorge

Tour Travels To

  • Forsayth - Etheridge Area

Indicative Rates*

FromToInclusions
$80.00$80.00Tour Only
Derived from 1 person rate.


Other Information

Children: Children are welcome

Disabled: There are ramps to dining, bar and reception areas, as well as public toilet and shower facilities for disabled guests.



Scenic Helicopter Flights

Helicopter flights offer a birds-eye view at Cobbold Gorge

Aerial view the Cobbold Gorge show stopper

Helicopter flight offer visitors the ultimate flexibility in exploring and discovering the features of Cobbold Gorge which are not accessible to the public any other way.

A scenic helicopter flight is a thrilling and unforgettable experience. There is simply no better way than from the air to appreciate the vastness and beauty of the Gulf Savannah region.

Go gem fossicking at Agate Creek, explore the many hidden gorges or chasms or spirit away for a romantic picnic for two in the most stunning surrounds imaginable. Options for helicopter flights are limited only by your imagination and budget - you come up with the idea or destination and we'll negotiate a price!

Please contact Cobbold Gorge Tours as bookings for scenic helicopter tours are essential and subject to availability.

Tour Information


Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Mar

Tour Departs From

  • Cobbold Gorge

Tour Travels To

  • Cobbold Gorge - Etheridge Area

Indicative Rates*

FromToInclusions
$130.00$130.00Tour Only
Derived from 1 person rate for 12 minute flight.




Special Events

Cobbold Gorge - a unique wedding location

Special events become amazing at Cobbold Gorge.

Cobbold Gorge offers an exceptional location for any event, whether corporate or more personal. If you're looking for a unique North Queensland outback event location for a truly memorable event, imagine the reaction of your guests to a function, party, reunion or special occasion against the stunning backdrop of a gorge and tranquil bush setting.

Cobbold Gorge is accessible and offers a rare combination of a stunning North Queensland outback icon, accommodation, modern facilities, great tours and plenty of things to do and see for your guests.

Cobbold Gorge has everything you need to make planning your North Queensland outback wedding, family celebration or corporate event easy and hassle free. In one unique, relaxed and accessible location we offer: stunning gorge and outback setting; licensed bar and restaurant; indoor or outdoor function opportunities; in-house catering; conference room for up to 60 (40 seated inside; a further 20 comfortably on deck); internet access and large screen for presentations; accommodation (28 ensuite cabins with a variety of configurations; excellent RV and van friendly camping facilities); all-weather station airstrip for helicopter and light planes; guided tours before, during and after the event); safe, family-friendly environment.

Tour Information


Tour Departure / Return Times
Departures from 01 Apr - 31 Oct

Indicative Rates*

FromToInclusions
$500.00$50000.00Tour - All Meals, All admissions
No matter what your budget, they can tailor an all-inclusive package to suit your guests and all your requirements




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