About us COBBOLD GORGE & VILLAGE

Cobbold Gorge sits on a 5,000-hectare privately owned tourism lease that has been excised from Howlong Station – a privately-owned cattle property which the Terry family have been grazing with Brahman cattle since 1964.

Simon Terry owns and operates the property with his wife Gaye and their family. Simon moved here as a young child, and discovered the gorge in the early 1990s. Soon afterwards, Cobbold Gorge Tours and Cobbold Village was established, and the Terry family have been sharing their home and unique experiences with visitors ever since.

From the outset and through to this day, the main criterion of Cobbold Gorge Tours and Cobbold Village is to ensure minimum environmental impact. In 2009, this commitment saw the creation of the 4,720-hectare Cobbold Gorge Nature Refuge and wildlife corridor.

We welcome you to be immersed in the breathtaking beauty and serenity of the Gulf Savannah country, and we’re delighted to welcome you to Cobbold Gorge Tours and Accommodation.

Meet THE TERRY FAMILY

Purchasing the property in 1964 and moving to live on Howlong Station in 1971 – the Terry family are your hosts and welcome you to Cobbold Gorge & Cobbold Village.

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Formation COBBOLD GORGE

Queensland’s youngest gorge is vastly different from others due to its extreme narrowness. Closing to a mere two-metres wide in places with 30-metre cliffs either side from the bottom of the gorge to the top of the escarpment. Impressive.

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Protected NATURE REFUGE

Our Cobbold Gorge Nature Refuge established in 2009 protects vulnerable and rare plant species and creates an important wildlife corridor.

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Outback EMPLOYMENT

Are you one of the fabulous Cobbold Gorge team members we’re searching for? Great personality, fantastic customer service, can-do attitude and a team player?

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Cobbold GIFT VOUCHERS

Show someone special how much you care with a Cobbold Gorge Gift Voucher for accommodation or tours. The perfect gift to create wonderful memories in outback Queensland.

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Wayfinder GETTING HERE

Easy outback access to the heart of the Gulf Savannah, we’re a six-hour road trip from Cairns and Townsville, or choose to travel by plane, train or coach.

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Vast GULF SAVANNAH

Spanning 19 different bioregions across two mainland states and one territory, the Gulf Savannah is a vast landscape, dotted with unique geological formations.

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Interpreters SAVANNAH GUIDES

Learn more about the tropical savannahs from expert Savannah Guides, part of a not-for-profit organisation and network of professional Tour Guides.

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Discover THE OUTBACK

The Etheridge Shire is a place of pioneers, rich with natural, geological and cultural history and attractions. There’s much to explore, from gemstones to lava tubes and more …

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A jewel in the Gulf Savannah crown

Your ultimate North Queensland Outback experience

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WE ARE NOW CLOSED FOR 2024

WE ARE NOW CLOSED FOR 2024

Please note that Cobbold Village and Cobbold Gorge are now closed. We will re-open for the 2025 season, on 1 April 2025 and look forward to seeing you then. In the meantime, you can secure your preferred dates and tours by booking ahead online. Thank you for your support.

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