The Savannahlander
The Savannahlander is a train journey which begins in Cairns , Australia. It is one of the great rail experiences of the world as it rattles its way from the coast, up the scenic Kuranda Range (the Kuranda scenic railway) including stops at Barron Falls and Stoney Creek, through World Heritage listed rainforests to Kuranda. It then continues on through the agricultural areas of the Atherton Tablelands then into the Gulf Savannah region - to "outback" Australia. The Savannahlander is not only a unique train trip but a great way to see the Chillagoe Caves , Cobbold Gorge and the Undara Lava Tubes.
The Savannahlander operates for 42 Weeks of the year, 4th March until 16th December 2009.
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Did you see us on Win TV's Postcards Australia? If you didn't, don't worry too much because you can still see the Savannahlander Segment on the Postcards website. Part two screened on 31 October. Here is a link to part one, and this link will take you to part two. If you're thinking of booking because of what you saw on the TV, then make sure you tell us (either when you phone or use the web contact form) and we'll give you a 20% discount off the full rail fare component. This applies only to those who book directly with us at the Savannahlander. This offer is valid for any travel between now and the end of the 2009 season.
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The Savannahlander - The Real Story |
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Hopefully, this website should be pretty easy to explore. The items on the left had side of the page are menu items that will link you to all of the information you need to decide on how you want to travel with us, or what options you should take. There is also general information and other facts and figures to help you along your way. 
But, do you want the real story of the Savannahlander? The day to day stories and happenings that transform a train trip into an adventure life form of its own? Each week, (or nearly each week) we publish stories of events that happened on the train, or in the areas that the train visits. There are plenty of photos, and stories as told by the drivers.
This is the Savannahlander Blog, and it has been running since October 2008. There is now a great collection of stories, video clips, photos and description of some of the interesting times we had since, including wet season flooding on the line, derailed track machines and group photos.
So come and have a look at our Blog. Once you have made your booking, keep visiting us, to see what we're up to leading up to your trip (and after it) If you're 'Twitter' savvie, we send new post updates out on twitter, so you'll never miss a post!
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