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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: AUD
- Languages: English
- Climate: Semi-arid
- Timezone: Australia/Brisbane
- Population: Approximately 3,500 residents
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is during the cooler months (April to September) to avoid extreme heat.
- Visa Requirements Visitors to Longreach, Australia, generally require a visa unless they are from visa-exempt countries such as New Zealand. Citizens from the United States, European Union countries, and the United Kingdom typically need to apply for an Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) or eVisitor visa before arrival. Visa on arrival is not commonly available. It is important to have a valid passport, proof of onward travel, and sufficient funds for the stay.
About Longreach
Longreach is a quintessential outback town in Queensland, Australia, offering visitors an authentic experience of the Australian bush and pioneering spirit. Known as the birthplace of Qantas, the town is steeped in aviation history, attracting enthusiasts to the Qantas Founders Museum. Beyond aviation, Longreach serves as a gateway to the vast outback landscapes, cattle stations, and rich Indigenous culture. The town’s friendly community, wide-open spaces, and unique heritage make it a compelling destination for travelers seeking adventure and cultural immersion. Visitors can explore museums, take scenic flights, and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding plains. Longreach’s blend of history, culture, and natural beauty provides a distinctive Australian experience far from the urban centers.
Top Attractions
1. Qantas Founders Museum – Showcases the history of Qantas with vintage aircraft and interactive exhibits. 2. Stockman’s Hall of Fame – Celebrates the life and culture of Australian stockmen and rural heritage. 3. Australian Stockman’s Hall of Fame and Outback Heritage Centre – Offers insights into outback life and pioneering stories. 4. Longreach Powerhouse Museum – Displays historic machinery and the town’s industrial past. 5. Thomson River – A scenic spot for picnics, fishing, and enjoying the natural environment.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy scenic flights over the outback, guided tours of cattle stations, and cultural experiences with Indigenous communities. Outdoor activities include fishing, birdwatching, and exploring walking trails along the Thomson River. The town also hosts rodeos and local festivals that showcase traditional outback life. For adventure seekers, 4WD tours and camping under the stars provide memorable experiences.
Longreach Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Queensland
- Duration Range: 2 to 10 hours
- Group Size: Flexible group sizes
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is during the cooler months (April to September) to avoid extreme heat. Pack lightweight clothing for daytime and warmer layers for cooler evenings. Sunscreen, hats, and insect repellent are essential. Respect local customs and Indigenous sites. Carry sufficient cash as some places may not accept cards. Stay hydrated and be prepared for remote travel conditions. Safety on outback roads requires caution and adequate fuel supplies.
Average Tour Price: $95
Lowest Price Tour: $45
Highest Price Tour: $200
11 Available Tour Excursions in Longreach
Experience the ultimate dinner with our sunset rail journey and Smithy's Outback Dinner & Show. Indulge in canapes, enjoy a drink, and a delicious two-course dinner with live entertainment to conclude your night. This ultimate dinner experience starts with the late afternoon Silver-Tails Sunset rail experience where you watch the sun set over the floodplains, whilst savouring signature canapes, enjoying a drink, and quality Outback Hospitality on our heritage Rail Motor. For dinner we connect you with our incredible Smithy’s Outback Dinner & Show experience under the stars. Enjoy a delicious two-course camp oven themed dinner, followed up with freshly baked damper and billy tea. A good selection of wine, cold beer, soft drinks and select pre-mixes is available for purchase from our licensed bar. Live on stage our talented outback performer will entertain you with their songs and stories. This night out will be a highlight of your Outback holiday.
Price: $114.55
Duration: 4 hours
Enjoy the Stonegrill® Dining Experience in the atmospheric outback surroundings of 'The Welcome Home'. Situated at the heritage end of Eagle Street, Longreach, The Welcome Home is like stepping back in time and is always a sociable and relaxed occasion. Early settlers often cooked their meat on a hot stone in a camp-fire and the Stonegrill® Dining Experience brings this concept inside with extras that would have been a feast for a pioneer! Cook your meat (or fish) on a hot volcanic stone at the table, then add your choice of side dishes and sauces. Main course is followed by a chance to sample a range of traditional homestead desserts at the delicious, all-you-can-eat dessert and lolly bar.
Price: $46.77
Duration: 2 hours
Our Country Classics menu takes inspiration from homestead kitchens and Country Women’s Association favourites. Enjoy a delicious main course and all-you-can-eat desserts for an inclusive price! Dine in the heritage surrounds of The Welcome Home on Wednesday and Saturday evenings.
Price: $33.21
Duration: 2 hours
All aboard our heritage Rail Motor as it travels over the Thomson River and its flood plains, highlighted by the stories that connect the romance of rail with a special slice of western Queensland life outside your window. This tour offers travellers and families a short immersive rail experience.
Price: $94.22
Duration: 3 hours
Top deck cruising experiencing an outback sunset. Fully licensed cruise. Two course camp oven dinner under the stars. Bar onboard cruise and at Smithy's Outback Dinner & Show. Credit card facilities available.
Price: $114.55
Duration: 4 hours
Nogo Station Experience – An Authentic Outback Adventure Join the Kinnon family for an insider’s journey into outback station life, filled with sights, sounds, and a touch of outback humour. Explore Longreach’s heritage, step inside the historic shearing shed for the Merino wool story, and visit Captain Starlight’s stockyards. Then, embark on a breathtaking open-top safari across the vast plains, spotting native wildlife and iconic outback animals. Finish your adventure with a delicious pioneer-style home-baked saddle-bag lunch under the gum trees. A genuine taste of the outback!
Price: $111.84
Duration: 3-4 hours
An evening of outback tradition and legend. Cruise down the splendid Thomson River at sunset on one of our heritage boats. Watch the birds come home to roost on the riverbanks and learn about the local flora, fauna and history. (Nibbles provided, BYO alcohol) As darkness falls, the boat moors at Outback Pioneers' river camp for a 2-course stockman’s dinner around the campfire. Our bush poet charms the crowd. After dinner watch the ‘Starlight’s Spectacular Sound & Light Show’ – a movie in the open-air riverbank theatre. The Kinnon family commissioned this exclusive movie to celebrate the tale of Captain Starlight. Finally, enjoy tea, damper and golden syrup by the campfire under a million stars.
Price: $111.84
Duration: 4 hours
On our Cobb & Co Stagecoach Experience you’ll travel in a restored stagecoach on our award-winning tour – first at a leisurely pace through town and then full-tilt along a stretch of the original Longreach-Windorah mail route. Hear the pounding hooves of the magnificent horses on the outback dirt road. Hear the rattle and creak of the coach. Hold on to your hat for the only stagecoach gallop in Australia! It’s exhilarating. It’s entertaining. And it’s the closest you can get to feeling what it would have been like in the pioneer past. After the ride (depending on your itinerary) slow down with a traditional smoko (scones, jam, cream with tea). You'll also enjoy a classic Australian bush movie in retro cinema seats. Afterwards, browse through the Cobb and Co Courtyard collection.
Price: $111.84
Duration: 4-4 hours
You can’t pack much more experience into an outback day! This memorable tour deeper into the Queensland outback gives you a local’s insight into the rich heritage of the Winton region, including the award-winning Australian Age of Dinosaurs museum, Waltzing Matilda Centre and the legendary North Gregory Hotel.
Price: $199.95
Duration: 9-10 hours
Settle back and enjoy an evening to remember dining under the stars beside the Coolibah-lined Thomson River. Enjoy full table-service as you tuck into a delicious two-course camp oven themed dinner at Smithy’s, followed up with freshly baked damper and billy tea. A good selection of wine, cold beer, soft drinks and select pre-mixes is available for purchase from our licensed bar. Live on stage our talented outback performer will entertain you with their songs and stories. A night out at the award-winning Smithy’s is a ‘must do’ when in Longreach – an experience that is bound to be a highlight of your Outback holiday.
Price: $67.10
Duration: 2 hours
The colours of the outback come alive at sunset as you glide down the Thomson River aboard the M.V. Longreach Explorer. After a warm welcome by our experienced crew, take your seat on the top deck ready to capture 360-degree sweeping, river and floodplain views. Our Captain will enthral you with captivating stories about the river, its wildlife and Indigenous heritage. Enjoy complimentary nibbles on board, and purchase icy cold drinks from our licensed bar. Photo opportunities are endless, but our stop at Sunset Bend is a hands-down favourite. As we leisurely cruise back to our dock, you will see stunning vibrant sunset colours as they fade into starlight.
Price: $73.88
Duration: 2 hours
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Important Tour Information
- Bring comfortable walking shoes and appropriate clothing
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- Arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes early
- Carry valid identification and tour booking confirmation
Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Longreach offers hearty Australian outback cuisine featuring grilled meats, bush tucker-inspired dishes, and fresh local produce. Signature foods include kangaroo, barramundi, and damper bread. Dining options range from casual pubs serving classic Australian fare to small cafes with homemade pies and desserts. Noteworthy restaurants include the local pub for its steaks and the café known for its friendly atmosphere and fresh coffee.
Getting Around
Longreach is accessible by air via Longreach Airport with regular flights from Brisbane and other Queensland cities. By road, it is reachable via the Landsborough Highway. Local transportation mainly consists of taxis and limited bus services. Renting a car is recommended for exploring the wider region. Walking is practical within the town center. Costs for taxis and car rentals are moderate compared to major cities.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is during the cooler months (April to September) to avoid extreme heat. Pack lightweight clothing for daytime and warmer layers for cooler evenings. Sunscreen, hats, and insect repellent are essential. Respect local customs and Indigenous sites. Carry sufficient cash as some places may not accept cards. Stay hydrated and be prepared for remote travel conditions. Safety on outback roads requires caution and adequate fuel supplies.
Culture & Customs
Longreach’s culture reflects Australian outback traditions with a strong emphasis on community and hospitality. Social customs include friendly greetings and informal interactions. Indigenous culture is respected, with opportunities to learn about local Aboriginal heritage. Significant events include the annual Longreach Rodeo and Outback Festival, celebrating rural life. Visitors should observe etiquette such as seeking permission before photographing people or cultural sites.
