The Savannahlander is one of Australia’s great rail journeys. It departs Cairns bright and early headed for Kuranda. This is a popular section of track known for its stunning scenery. Sit back and relax while you travel through 15 tunnels and lush tropical rainforest. Unfortunately this is about as far as most people visiting Cairns ever go.

It’s not just for rail buffs, the Savannahlander is a perfect way to experience the real Queensland outback, stopping at small country towns along the way, meeting some very interesting locals and experiencing some breath taking scenery.

In episode one, we stopped at Stoney Creek Falls, Barron Falls and the historic Pub at Lappa. We took in the sights at Mt Surprise, toured the awesome Chillagoe caves and also visited Einasleigh and the magnificent Copperfield Gorge.

Episode two has taken us further into the outback all the way to the end of the line in Forsayth where we travel on to spectacular Cobbold Gorge for a whisper quiet boat cruise, experience a fascinating geological phenomenon at the Undara Lava Lubes and of course more stunning scenery from the cabin of the Savannahlander.

The Savannahlander operates for 42 weeks of the year (March until December) and departs on its four day adventure from Cairns Station on Wednesday mornings at 6.30 am, except during the week leading to Easter.

Official Websites:

Queensland Holidays
Savannahlander
Chillagoe Cabins and Caves
Cobbold Gorge
The Undara Experience