Now has never been a better time to experience northern Australia.

Explore five World Heritage areas and spectacular northern Australia!

The Savannah Way – 3700 kilometre route linking the historic pearling town of Broome in Western Australia’s Kimberley with Cairns in Tropical North Queensland via the natural wonders of Australia’s tropical savannahs and the Northern Territory’s Top End.

Whether you are camping or staying in accommodation, travelling the entire Savannah Way or just tackling one section at a time, there are many experiences to enjoy.

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THE KIMBERLEY

EXPLORE THE KIMBERLEY

The journey along the Savannah Way takes you straight through the Kimberley region of Western Australia. The Kimberley is Australia’s last frontier, so take the time to explore this incredibly diverse area.

Explore The Kimberley

NORTHERN TERRITORY

EXPLORE THE NORTHERN TERRITORY

Take a unique journey acrosss the rugged Terriroty. Traverse remote cattle stations, tiny townships, natural springs and waterholes, campsites, fishing spots and beautiful national parks.

Explore Northern Territory

NORTH QUEENSLAND

EXPLORE NORTH QUEENSLAND

Enjoy the natural wonders of reef, rainforests, diverse wildlife, historic towns, stunning waterfalls, crater lakes, rock pools, lava tubes and the rugged savannah environment.

Explore North Queensland

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Our beaches are epic and all, but have you met outbackqueensland? It's not all red dirt and dinosaurs out here... you can SUP through cobboldgorge, with a history dating back more than 1700 million years and sandstone walls standing 30m tall. Though how does one get to said ancient wonder? Follow the #SavannahWay from Cairns and stay overnight in an onsite cabin! #thisisqueensland by mrcourtneyatkinson #outbackqueensland

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The #SavannahWay is one of Australia's greatest road trips, an epic journey across the top of the country running more than 3500km through 3 states & territories 🛣Start your adventure in #Cairns and discover the beautiful tropical outback town of #Burketown along the way 📍 It's also pretty special from above ✈️👀 Photo by phlipvids #exploreTNQ

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Ever wanted to see lava tubes, dormant volcanic craters and waterfalls all in one weekend? Well, get yourself to Outback tropicalnorthqueensland and this could be your view at sunrise 😍. You can easily tackle the 3.5 hour drive to Undara Volcanic National Park in one day from #Cairns but our tip would be to slow the journey down and experience some of the regions unique, lesser-known natural wonders along the way 💫. Seanscottphotography captured this incredible view from on top of the Kalkani Crater on the way to undaraexperience along his #SavannahWay road trip! Take a moment for yourself on your next holiday & truly reset and reconnect in a place you've never explored 🧡. #thisisqueensland #exploreTNQ #outbackqueensland

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G'day from #Queensland's Gulf of Carpentaria, where you'll find the largest aggregate salt pans in #Australia. 🙌 If you're after an adventure that's nothing short of breathtaking, hit the road for an epic road trip along the #SavannahWay from #Cairns to #Burketown, tropicalnorthqueensland. Discover the world's longest and oldest lava tubes, fossick for topaz, glide through gorges and spot crocs with this stellar 6-day road trip. P.S. If you overnight at Burketown – from late Sept to early Nov, early risers may be treated to the #MorningGlory phenomenon. ☁️ These spectacular rolling clouds travel at up to 60km per hour and extend as far as the eye can see, appearing in the hours before dawn. #thisisqueensland by phlipvids #exploretnq

UNDARA EXPERIENCE

Undara Experience delivers the essence of the Australian Outback. From natural landscapes of rolling savannah plains and ancient lava tubes, to the warmth and hospitality of your hosts and the variety of flora and fauna.

Explore geological wonders, enjoy the comforts and hospitality of a unique outback setting where the local wildlife are as abundant, as they are at home, in their natural surroundings.

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THE TOP END

The Savannah Way traverses Territory highlights including tiny townships, cattle stations, natural springs and waterholes, roadside campsites, fishing hot spots and beautiful national parks. Slicing through the northern tip of the Territory, it passes through the Territory outback towns of Timber Creek, Katherine, Mataranka, Daly Waters, Borroloola and Roper Bar to either Queensland or Western Australia.

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MAREEBA SHIRE

Mareeba Shire located across the northern parts of the Atherton Tablelands, is a blend of the best attractions of the tropics; a combination of nature and lifestyle at its finest. Among the World Heritage listed rainforests, national parks, mountains, rivers, lakes and waterfalls are some of Australia’s richest agricultural lands and charming small townships.

Kuranda, Mareeba, Mt Molloy, Mt Carbine, Julatten, Dinbulah, Chillagoe.

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CROYDON

In the heart of the Gulf Savannah, Croydon is an amazing and quaint beautiful town with a big history that started with the discovery of gold in 1885.

Take the time to have an authentic outback experience.

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Savannah Guides is an award-winning network of tour guides and operators with in-depth knowledge of the natural and cultural environments across Australia’s vast tropical savannahs.

Look for Savannah Guides unique visitor experiences on your travels through Northern Australia.