Queensland · Attraction
Drover's Sunset Cruise and Outback Dinner
Outback river magic at dusk
schedule 1 min read / Updated Jun 2026
Board a riverboat for a 1.5-hour cruise along the Thomson River as the western sky turns amber and gold, then step ashore for a two-course camp-oven dinner paired with live outback music and storytelling. This 4.5-hour evening experience is the most talked-about night out in the outback.
The cruise heads out onto the wide, reflective waters of the Thomson, where the crew share stories of the river's Indigenous heritage, colonial history, and resident wildlife. Guides point out ancient scar trees on the banks and the rare Emmott's short-necked turtle, while savoury nibbles and drinks from the licensed bar keep things convivial as the light fades.
Once ashore, an outback dinner and show takes over with table-service dining under the stars. The camp-oven-themed menu is followed by freshly baked damper and billy tea, and a talented performer rounds out the evening with bush ballads and yarns that capture the character of central Queensland. Return coach transfers from Longreach accommodation are included.
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