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OUT THE BACK AUSTRALIA DAY TOURS

Your passport to the real Australian Outback i CUNNAMULLA, EULO AND YOWAH

www.outthebackaustralia.com info@outthebackaustralia.com.au Club Boutique Hotel 15 Louise Street, Cunnamulla 4490 +61 7 4655 1679

Authentically experience the best of Cunnamulla with one of our affordable, fun, action-packed tours!

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Introducing Out the Back Australia

ABOUT US 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, natural beauty, wonder and is just about as “outback” as you can get.

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. Our tours capture the very best of life in rural Australia and will entice tourists young and old, from all around the country and the globe to experience everything that the region has to offer.

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We’re fourth generation, we’re local, we know the local characters, we show you all the great spots with unique and rare wildlife. We access fascinating places for travellers, not otherwise accessible or open to the public. That’s what makes Out the Back Australia day tours, Australia’s leading adventure and sightseeing tour operator in the outback.

Let us take you on an adventure to discover the outback secrets, meet the locals, experience the nature, wildlife and heritage, for a couple of hours or a full day tour. Out the Back Australia tours offers a pick up and drop off service from specific locations throughout Cunnamulla. View our detailed day tour itineraries to discover the best tourist attractions for Cunnamulla, Eulo and Yowah in Queensland’s outback.

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Town and Industry Tour AUD$35PP

$60 PER COUPLE

DAILY FROM 2:30PM - 5:30PM TOUR CODE: CMLLATOWNTOUR GUARANTEED DEPARTURES YEAR ROUND. MAX 21 PAX

• Organic farming • Tour commentary by a local up to 4th generation • Learn the secrets of the town’s past legends • Fun and friendly

When it comes to travel in the outback, there is no better way to uncover the secrets of a town or district than with a local on a guided tour. That is certainly true in Cunnamulla, the heritage town situated in Queensland’s outback on the banks of the beautiful Warrego River. 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.

• Meet some locals

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. Hear the story of the shearers strike, where the industry started and where it is today. See where they caught the last man hanged in Queensland for the crime of armed robbery and hear the stories of once grand buildings and homes now just relics of the past. Discover “dead-men-tell-tales” discussing the colourful characters at the local historical cemetery who lived and died in the area over the last two centuries.

Relax in the comfortable air conditioned coach, which will pick you up and drop you off Meals – Smoko included. Please advise of any special dietary requirements when booking.

Transfers – Collection from and drop off to your accommodation can be arranged please confirm at time of booking.

Bookings – Bookings are essential as spaces are strictly limited.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Book the Campfire Lunch, Sunset River Cruise & Town and Industry Tour together, for a total of only $100 per person!

100% money back guarantee if you are not fully satisfied, so you can’t lose!

For more information, detailed itineraries and availability

www.outthebackaustralia.com For booking Information see page 8.

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Day Tours

Campfire Lunch + Show AUD$20PP

$35 PER COUPLE

DAILY (EXCLUDING SATURDAYS) FROM 12PM - 2PM TOUR CODE: CAMPFIRELUNCH

Music, dancing, food, drink, good times and great company!

Immerse yourself in the Drovers Campfire Lunch and Show, where larger than life local characters will have you laughing and whip cracking like true blue Australian outback legends.

Join the party around the Gidyea coal campfire at Club Boutique Hotel, daily from 12pm until 2pm. Free pick up and drop off from anywhere in Cunnamulla town area.

Say G’day, grab a drink and meet other travellers as well as some local characters. Our local characters want to share their yarns, life experience, stories and culture of the Australian outback with you, as you experience old fashioned, hearty bush-tucker.

Lunch includes: • Two types of roasted meats, roast potatoes and pumpkin, veggie bake, peas and gravy. All plates & cutlery provided.

Drinks are not included but can be purchased at the bar. BYO is not permitted.

Please let us know of any special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Book the Campfire Lunch, Sunset River Cruise & Town and Industry Tour together, for a total of only $100 per person!

100% money back guarantee if you are not fully satisfied, so you can’t lose!

For more information, detailed itineraries and availability

www.outthebackaustralia.com For booking Information see page 8.

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Day Tours

Sunset River Cruise AUD$70PP

$130 PER COUPLE

DAILY FROM 4PM TIL DARK TOUR CODE: BOATCRUISETOUR

Tour departs Monday to Friday & Sundays by appointment

Sit back, put your feet up and enjoy a boat cruise along the scenic Warrego River with a keen, local fisherman.

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.

Why not wet a line and troll behind the boat, maybe even catch a yellow belly or an elusive Murray cod.

Enjoy a cold beer, glass of wine and some savouries as you experience a magnificent outback sunset over the water.

With a limit of just 5 passengers per cruise, an intimate and unique experience is assured.

• Cruise the coffee coloured waters of the Warrego River • Bird and wildlife • Fish with a local angler • Enjoy a beer or wine with savouries

If you would like to throw in a line please confirm when booking.

Meals – Savouries included. BYO Alcohol. Please advise of any special dietary requirements when booking.

Transfers – Collection from and drop off to your accommodation or chosen location can be arranged please confirm at time of booking.

Bookings – Bookings are essential as spaces are strictly limited.

SPECIAL OFFERS

Book the Campfire Lunch, Sunset River Cruise & Town and Industry Tour together, for a total of only $100 per person!

For more information, detailed itineraries and availability

www.outthebackaustralia.com For booking Information see page 8.

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Kayak Tour and Hire DAILY FROM 8AM

AUD$45PP

TOUR CODE: KAYAKTOUR

Departs Monday to Saturday Sundays by appointment GUARANTEED DEPARTURES YEAR ROUND. MAX 8 PAX

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 Forest to your very own private island.

Take a rest stop for lunch before heading back via Nev’s Gully.

Every section of the river offers its own little bit of magic. The serenity of nature will simultaneously calm and energise you.

Adult

Child under 16

$45PP

$30PP

Key A

Boat ramp

Route marker Ambulance

Golf Course

Hospital

Walking Track

B

Recreation facilities Allan Tannock Weir

Warrego River

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Rd Weir 1000 ft 400 m

KAYAK TRIP A TO B AND C

Access the river approximately 100 m from Allan Tannock Weir at the boat ramp. Paddle up stream and on the left you will see Pine Ridge a property that has been in the Keane family for many years.

The river and the large river gums lining the beautiful banks are a haven for many species of bird life.

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Point B is really only a point of interest along the journey from A to C as there is no easy public access to the river between the Weir and the Darby Land Bridge.

The scenery from section B to C changes dramatically along with the bird, wildlife and vegetation. This section of your paddle is extremely tranquil, you will pass close to large trees in the water and see where the pelicans nest.

KAYAK TRIP C TO D

The beautiful grassed area beside the Darby Land Bridge is a great spot to stop for smoko or lunch on a long paddle or launch your kayak to start a trip up the river. This area is also home to hundreds of white Corellas.

As you paddle up the river you will see many shy black tail wallabies and kangaroos on the left hand side of the river, which is the golf club.

Day Tours • Kayak up the Warrego River

• Bird and wildlife • Lost Forest of river gums, private island

• Guided tour by accredited guide

SELF GUIDED TOURS

• Kayak hire available with maps

Meals – Light lunch and refreshments included in guided tour only. Picnic hampers available for purchase with kayak hire.

Transfers – Collection from and drop off to your accommodation or designated location can be arranged please confirm at time of booking.

Delivery of kayaks included.

TOUR CODE: KAYAKHIRE

For those keen to venture out on their own, why not grab a kayak or canoe and explore the Warrego River for a few hours, a whole day or even overnight. Take a picnic lunch, go fishing, animal and bird watch or just enjoy the silence. Includes double kayaks, lifejackets, waterproof containers for your gear and maps as well as a basic skills briefing by our qualified staff.

Double Kayak Hire per hour

Double Kayak Hire per day

$40

$120

Double Kayak Hire 1/2 Day

Double Kayak Hire Overnight

$80

$160

Bookings – Bookings are essential as spaces are strictly limited.

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On the right you will see what used to be called the “Red Hills” – a favourite swimming spot for local kids who would swing off large trees into the water.

KAYAK TRIP D TO E

As you approach D “The Old Bridge” you will notice the wetlands area, home to cranes, river hens and sometimes spoonbills.

As you travel you will enter the “Lost Forest”, an area where trees once grew on what used to be the riverbank or islands but are now covered with water.

From D the river changes dramatically. Prior to the weir being erected this section of the river would often go dry in places.

The further upstream you travel, the more varieties of birds, ducks, eagles, falcons, budgies,

parrots, rainbow bee-eaters you will see. The paddle is made more exciting as you navigate your way between the trees. The gully or channel that goes off to the right is named “Nevs Gully” and a trip along there is a must.

You can spend hours paddling all around this area up to Bandy Paddock however you would need to paddle back to either point D or C for vehicle access to load the kayaks at the completion of your paddle.

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Day Tours

Sandboard Hire AUD$20 PER HR

DAILY MONDAY - SATURDAY TOUR CODE: SANDBOARDS

Sunday by appointment

Get your heart racing and adrenalin pumping as you hit the slopes for an action packed adventure.

With a massive natural sand dune just outside Cunnamulla, you can take one of our sand boards 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 back 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 sand board or toboggan by the hour, with a $50 deposit (refundable on return of equipment without damage).

Meals – Food hampers and beverages can be purchased to take with you to the sand dunes. Please advise of any special dietary requirements when booking.

Transfers – Collection from and drop off to your accommodation or chosen location can be arranged please confirm at time of booking.

Bookings – Bookings are essential as spaces are strictly limited.

For more information, detailed itineraries and availability

www.outthebackaustralia.com For booking Information see page 8.

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• Large natural dune • Toboggan or sandboard • Bird and wildlife • Hire by the hour, drop off & pick up • Food hampers & beverages for purchase

8-Day Tour Book Now

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Book the Sunset River Cruise, Campfire Lunch & Show and the Town & Industry Tour, for a total of only $100 per person or $200 per couple!

• In person: At Club Boutique Hotel 15 Louise Street Cunnamulla, Queensland

• By telephone: please call (07) 4655 1679

• By email: info@outthebackaustralia.com.au

• On the web: visit www.outthebackaustralia.com

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• Local booking agents:

Warrego River Tourist Park

Cunnamulla Tourist Park

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Why choose us?

Group Size

We offer tours which cater for group sizes from 1 - 21. This small group size allows us to ensure each participant gets the most out of each experience. This also makes it easier for you to get to know everyone in your tour!

Tour Style

Our tours range from comfortable air-conditioned bus tours to actionpacked, hands on adventure tours. So whether you’re into sand boarding or learning about the history of the town, we have something suitable for you!

Local knowledge

Our tour guides are fourth generation Cunnamulla locals. So we can take you to the best spots, only the locals know about, as well as provide you with up to date, in depth knowledge about the town and region.

Authentic Experiences

We provide you with an opportunity to get up close and personal with untouched nature and wildlife of outback Queensland. Meet the local characters and get to know the true essence of these outback towns. You will gain memories for a lifetime and valuable, sincere experiences of true outback Australia.

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Take the hassle out of booking your stay in Cunnamulla We provide an all inclusive experience, at Club Boutique Hotel

Hotel rooms with stylish decor | A la carte restaurant which offers breakfast, lunch & dinner | Book your activities at our tour desk | Situated only a one minute walk from the centre of town | Free onsite secured parking | Complimentary WiFi

To find out more, go to our website, call us or visit us in store.

www.outthebackaustralia.com | +61 7 4655 1679 | 15 Louise Street, Cunnamulla QLD 4490

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