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The Thomson Belle paddlewheeler on the Thomson River

Young stockman, Jeremy Kinnon stoking the camp fire

Guests watching live entertainment at Outback Pioneers river camp

Outback Pioneers Starlight's Spectacular Sound and Light Picture Show

The Thomson Belle paddlewheeler seen from an aerial view

Two guests watching the sunset fromthe edge of the Thomson Belle

Starlight's Cruise Experience

Longreach, Queensland

Make sure you don't miss Outback Pioneers' cruise to experience the only paddlewheeler west of the Great Divide and enjoy an adventure to the heart of outback tradition. After a gentle cruise down the majestic Thomson, where birds flock home to roost on the riverbanks at sunset, you'll go ashore for a traditional stockman's camp-fire dinner under the stars, followed by bush poetry with their local bush poet. Next the bush is illuminated by the Starlight's Spectacular Sound and Light Picture Show – a unique big-screen presentation featuring the Kinnon family and locals in the amazing adventures of the notorious cattle thief known as 'Captain Starlight'. This movie is a tribute to the bush skills of the rogue drovers and was specially commissioned by Outback Pioneers to celebrate this story of audacity and daring. Finally, in the atmospheric surroundings of the bush at night, enjoy the timeless favourite – billy tea and damper. Bookings essential.

From $145.00 – $149.00

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Adult $149 Concession $145 Family (two adults and two children) $536. Save 10% on this tour by purchasing a 'Live-It Saver Pass'

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Rate

From $145.00 to $149.00

Capacity

Min 20 · Max 114

Service Update Date

19 Jan 2025

Actively Welcomes People With Access Needs.

Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids), Caters for people with allergies and intolerances., Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia), Caters for people who are blind or have vision loss., Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

Service Facility

Family Friendly, Public Toilet

Service Types

Cruises, Sailing and Water Tours, Cultural and Theme Tours, Nature and wildlife, Sightseeing Tours

Sevice Activity

Birdwatching, Boating

Tour Format

Large Group Tour, Small Group Tour

Transport

Land - Motorised, Water - Motorised

Vertical Classifications

Evening, Half Day or Less

Fitness

Basic

Accessibility Attribute

Actively welcomes people with access needs.

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