Thomson River 2 Course Dinner Cruise & Show - 90 Minutes
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Cruise the Thomson River as the outback sky turns golden on this relaxed sunset dinner cruise aboard the M.V. Longreach Explorer. Glide past wide open floodplains and keep an eye out for local wildlife while enjoying savoury nibbles, and optional drinks from the licensed onboard bar. Step ashore for an exclusive visit to Sunset Bend and ancient scar trees, where stories of the river and its deep Indigenous heritage come together. Bringing the landscape to life against a stunning outback backdrop.
As night falls, continue the experience under the stars at Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show. Settle in for a hearty two-course camp oven meal served with freshly baked damper and billy tea, then sit back and soak up live entertainment on the river stage. With return coach transfers from your Longreach accommodation included, this is an easy-going, immersive evening that captures the spirit, stories and flavours of the outback in one unforgettable experience.
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What you need to know
- 90-minute Thomson River cruise
- Guided commentary on history and heritage
- Exclusive onshore visit to scar trees and Sunset Bend
- Savoury nibbles
- Access to licensed onboard bar (drinks at own cost)
- Two-course camp oven dinner (alternate drop)
- Freshly baked damper with billy tea
- Live entertainment at Smithy’s River Stage
- Return coach transfers from Longreach accommodation
- Beverages are not included.
- This experience is seasonal, operating from April to October.
- April 4 to 14: Selected dates (4, 6, 7, 10, 11), pick up starts from 4.30pm
- April 15 to 30: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, pick up starts from 4.15pm
- May 1 to July 31: Monday, Wednesday to Sunday, pick up starts from 4.00pm
- August 1 to September 13: Monday, Wednesday to Sunday, pick up starts from 4.15pm
- September 14 to 30: Monday, Wednesday to Sunday, pick up starts from 4.30pm
- October 1 to 15: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, pick up starts from 4.45pm
- This experience is approximately 90 minutes in duration.
- This experience takes place on the Thomson River, Longreach, QLD 4730.
- All dates subject to availability and minimum numbers
- Bookings are essential
- Participants must be 18 years and over to consume alcohol; photo ID may be required
- This experience includes return coach transfers to and from your Longreach accommodation; please advise on booking
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
Recent reviews
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Perfect Evening
We enjoyed a wonderful evening on the Thomson River, the Captain gave us lots of interesting information, a perfect sunset and the campfire meal was delicious. The staff made us feel very welcomed. Awesome experience
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Longreach cruise dinner and show very nice
Nice cruise a few kms down river with interesting commentary and nibbles. Camp oven dinner along with music and great staff was a good evening
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Very informative and relaxing
Micks knowledge and enthusiasm was wonderful. Made for an excellent tour. Yummy meal.
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