Longreach’s standout dining option combines cruising and culture in one memorable evening. The Drovers Sunset Cruise packs real value into its 4.5-hour experience, starting with a peaceful Thomson River voyage and ending at Smithy’s for dinner and entertainment. The two-course camp oven meal hits all the right notes, while traditional damper bread and local performers keep things authentically outback. Tour guides know their stuff, and the sunset views are spectacular. Smart travelers will appreciate the wheelchair access and dietary accommodations. It’s refreshing to find an experience that delivers exactly what it promises – good food, great views, and genuine outback hospitality. Let’s look at our favorite dining tours in Longreach…
Key Points
- The Drovers Sunset Cruise combines a river cruise with a highly-rated Smithys Outback Dinner and Show, offering a unique dining experience under the stars.
- Smithys Outback Dinner and Show provides a 2-course dinner cooked over Gidyea coals, with freshly baked damper and billy tea, along with live entertainment.
- Customers praise the Drovers Sunset Cruise for its knowledgeable crew, smooth operation, enjoyable atmosphere, and excellent value for money.
- The experience is wheelchair accessible and caters to food allergies, with free cancellation policy and transportation services available.
- The Drovers Sunset Cruise is priced at $105.45 per person, featuring a 1.5-hour boat cruise, complimentary nibbles, and a 2-course camp oven dinner.
Drovers Sunset Cruise Includes Smithys Outback Dinner and Show
Drovers Sunset Cruise includes Smithys Outback Dinner and Show, a highly recommended experience in Longreach. Praised by 97% of travelers, this tour combines a river cruise with live entertainment and a delicious dinner.
Travelers can expect beautiful scenery, engaging staff, and a memorable atmosphere. The cruise features commentary from the skipper, cheese and biscuits, and a bar onboard. Dinner offers options like Crisp Skin Barramundi or Lamb Hot Pot, followed by dessert and damper.
Many reviews highlight the quality of the food and the unique dining experience under the stars, often around a campfire. Live entertainment is a key aspect, with local singers engaging the audience. Reviewers mention the enjoyable atmosphere created by the performers and the friendly staff, contributing to a relaxed and fun evening.
The experience is wheelchair accessible and caters to food allergies. Priced from $105.45 per person, it offers a free cancellation policy up to 24 hours in advance.
Travelers describe it as a “quintessential outback experience” with a seamless operation and excellent service.
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Longreach: Drovers Sunset Cruise & Outback Dinner & Show
Travelers visiting Longreach can embark on a captivating experience that combines a serene sunset cruise along the Thomson River with a delectable outback-inspired dinner and lively entertainment.
Priced from €97.98 per person, the 4.5-hour “Drovers Sunset Cruise & Outback Dinner & Show” activity promises an unforgettable evening. Guests will enjoy a 1.5-hour boat cruise with onboard commentary, complimentary nibbles, and stunning sunset photo opportunities at Sunset Bend.
The experience continues with a 2-course camp oven dinner at Smithy’s under the stars, accompanied by talented musical performers. Wheelchair-accessible transportation is provided, with pickup and drop-off at various locations around Longreach.
Reviewers praise the smooth tour, knowledgeable crew, and excellent value for money. For a truly immersive outback experience, this sunset cruise and dinner show is a must-do activity in Longreach.
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Longreach: Smithys Outback Dinner & Show
One of the must-try dining experiences in Longreach is Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show. Priced from $64.47 per person, this 3-hour immersive experience offers a 2-course camp oven-themed dinner cooked over Gidyea coals, including freshly baked damper and billy tea.
Guests can enjoy a selection of beverages from the licensed bar while dining under the stars beside the Coolibah-lined Thomson River.
The experience also features live performances by talented outback artists, sharing songs and stories that bring the Australian Outback culture to life.
Complimentary return coach transfers are provided from various Longreach accommodations, making it a convenient option.
With an overall rating of 4.7/5 based on 15 reviews, Smithy’s Outback Dinner and Show is a highly recommended dining experience that allows visitors to savor the flavors and ambiance of the outback.
The exceptional service and enjoyable atmosphere make it a must-do activity during a visit to Longreach.
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The Sum Up
Drovers Sunset Cruise and Smithys Outback Dinner & Show offer visitors to Longreach an authentic and immersive outback dining experience. The Drovers Sunset Cruise provides a scenic river cruise followed by a hearty outback dinner and entertainment. Smithys Outback Dinner & Show showcases the region’s rich history and culture through a unique dining and performance experience. Both offer a memorable taste of the Longreach lifestyle.