Savannah Motorcycle Tours
Their all-inclusive tours cater to small groups, offering a variety of adventures on Honda Transalps with comfortable accommodation, great meals, and no crowds. Run by two Cairns locals passionate about exploring Far North Queensland and showing visitors hidden locations away from the crowds.
From the rugged beauty of historic tin mining towns to the serene vistas of natural craters and ancient forests, each tour promises an unforgettable experience.
Whether you prefer a multi-day journey or a quick adventure, join them and immerse yourself in the adventure of a lifetime.
Tours
Savannah Overnighter 2 Day Tours
Day 1: Cairns to Chillagoe Ride through Cairns and up the winding Gillies Range Road, experiencing its 263 turns and stunning rainforest scenery. Visit Lake Barrine, a natural volcanic crater lake, for a scenic stop with an early lunch. Explore the Curtain Fig Tree, a unique natural landmark, and continue through historic tin mining towns like Herberton, Watsonville, and Irvinebank. Stop at Australia’s only BYO Pub and if you’re lucky a chat to the legendary publican. Arrive in Chillagoe and visit the mineral smelters for a look at early 20th-century mineral smelting technology. Check into Chillagoe Observatory and Eco Lodge for a comfortable overnight stay. Optional star gazing thru the telescope in a purpose-built dome (additional cost). Day 2: Chillagoe to Cairns Breakfast at the lodge followed by a guided 1-hour tour of Chillagoe Caves, exploring the limestone formations. Visit Balancing Rock and the ride towards Dimbulah for a hearty lunch. Experience an exhilarating off-road ride to Mt Mulligan, site of Queensland’s largest industrial disaster and a deserted ex-mining town. Begin the journey back to Cairns via the Kuranda Range, enjoying the scenic route and reflecting on the adventure. Arrive back in Cairns in time for happy hour. Approx 750KM
Cooktown/Maytown Discovery - 2 day tour
Day 1: Cairns to Cooktown Depart Cairns early for Black Mountain, about a 1-hour drive from Cairns. Ride to Mossman, Daintree and Bloomfield track and Wujal Wujal Falls. Continue on the Bloomfield Track towards Wujal Wujal Falls. Allow time for some off-road riding and to reach the falls and admire the Daintree Rainforest, the oldest rainforest on earth. Continue onto the famous Lions Den Hotel for lunch. Ride to Cooktown (approx. 1.5 hours). This leg of the journey is scenic and easier compared to the off-road section. Overnight in Cooktown. Day 2: Explore Cooktown. Visit local attractions such as Grassy Hill for panoramic views or the Cooktown History Centre (approx. 1-2 hours). Depart Cooktown and head towards Palmer River (approx. 2 hours). Lunch: Palmer River before heading to Maytown the historic gold mining town and iconic place for Cape York travellers Ride back to Cairns via Mt Carbine. From Maytown, head to Mt Carbine and back along the coast road back to Cairns. Enjoy the coastal views along the way. Complete your journey back to Cairns. Arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy a cold beer back at HQ.
Taste of Tablelands Day Trip
Depart Cairns at 8am and ride through the winding Gillies Range Road, experiencing its 263 turns and stunning rainforest scenery. Late Morning: Visit Lake Barrine, a natural volcanic crater lake, for a scenic stop with an early lunch before heading out around the back of Lake Tinaroo. Afternoon: Explore the Curtain Fig Tree, a unique natural landmark, and continue through historic tin mining towns like Herberton, Watsonville, and Irvinebank. Stop at Australia’s only BYO Pub and if you’re lucky a chat to the legendary publican and visit Mont Albion, a historical cemetery dating back to 1800’s. Approx. 400km
Best of the West 4 Day Tours
The best four days of adventure on a motorcycle with local guides to show you all the hidden off the road gems. Ride the Gillies Range to Lake Barrine, a volcanic crater in the lovely Atherton Tablelands. Go off road and discover the massive Curtain Fig Trees and historic tin mining towns of Herberton, Watsonville and Irvinebank. Stop at the pub with no beer before heading to Chillagoe for the first time. In the morning do a caves tour and then head towards Fosayth for night two. Day 3 is from Forsayth to Undara, the longest and best preserved lave tube systems in the world. Day 4 Undara back to Cairns via Innot Hot Springs for a change to dip in the thermal waters. Approx. 1600km
Location
Savannah Motorcycle Tours