Savannah Guides Limited

07/04/2025

We’re proud to welcome Outback At Isa to our Enterprise family!

Our time at in Mount Isa at Outback at Isa has been nothing short of unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, we were immersed in experiences that brought the spirit of the outback to life.

🦴 Exploring the ancient world of , discovering the creatures that once roamed this land.
⛏️ Stepping into the boots of a , navigating underground tunnels and learning about the tools, machinery and minerals that built this region.
🌿 Wandering through a bush tucker garden, gaining insights into the knowledge of edible and medicinal native plants.

🤠 and Outback at Isa’s Edna has become a

And that’s only scratching the surface — Outback at Isa offers so much more.

Their team impressed us with their warmth, professionalism and deep local knowledge. From fascinating tours and engaging yarns, to delicious lunches, great coffee, and thoughtful hospitality (especially for those of us with last-minute luggage needs!) — every detail was delivered with care.

It is with great pleasure that we officially welcome Outback at Isa into our enterprise network.

Congratulations, welcome to the team thank you again for hosting a fantastic field school!

Geneene 🌚🌝

07/04/2025

Now that you’ve had a glimpse into what we get up to on field schools, it’s time to shine a light on another important and rewarding part of the experience, our Hot Seats🔥🪑

You’ve already joined us in congratulating Rahula and Michael, and now we’re pleased to introduce our newly accredited members:

Izzie from Capricorn Caves
Sonya from Croydon Shire Council
Edna from Outback At Isa

✨These outstanding individuals have demonstrated professionalism, passion, and the kind of energy that truly enhances the guiding experience. Their presence is warm and engaging, and each brings a unique story and depth of knowledge to the table. ✨

Becoming a Savannah Guide is no small feat. It takes dedication, skill, and a strong sense of purpose and communication. We’re proud to welcome Izzie, Sonya, and Edna to our growing family of exceptional guides.

Congratulations on this achievement- we look forward to the journeys ahead! 🙌🏽🥳

Geneene🌚🌝

30/03/2025

🌞 Day 4 – The Grand Finale at Mt Isa Field School! 🎉

Our last full day was nothing short of magical—filled with adventure, culture, and a whole lot of fun!

🌊 Morning: We set off for Lake Moondarra, soaking in the stunning landscape while learning about the deep history and connection to Country of the Kalkadoon People, the Traditional Owners of this land. With boots off, feet in the earth, and eyes to the sky, we embraced the beauty of the area—and, of course, more birdwatching! 🦅

🪨 Personal highlight? The sheer amount of ochre scattered through the area had me gobsmacked! This natural pigment, used for body paint in corroboree, has been a part of First Nations culture for thousands of years.

🥗 Lunch Break: We refueled with a delicious and healthy meal at the Buffs Hotel, because great adventures need great food!

🦴 Afternoon: An energetic tour where dove into the past at the Riversleigh Fossil Discovery Centre! We uncovered the stories of ancient creatures, learned how fossils form, and discovered the meticulous process of preparing these prehistoric treasures.

🎸 Night: And what better way to wrap up an unforgettable journey than with dinner and a jam session?! Musical instruments came out, voices filled the air, and personalities intertwined—creating memories, laughter, and connections to last a lifetime.

Huge shoutout to Outback at Isa for there warm and generous hospitality last week! Your team gave us an unforgettable experience!

Geneene🌚🌝

28/03/2025

Back in the Field School Train! 🚂🌿

Better late than never! Let’s roll into Day 3 of the Mount Isa Field School

✨ Morning: We sharpened our guiding skills with hands-on workshops. Then, we got our feet on Country—exploring Tom Ohara Park and Tharrapatha Way, where we indulged in some incredible birdwatching.

✨ Evening: A stunning dinner with a view followed by an exceptional, history-packed tour with Mount Isa Underground Hospital and Museum . The stories we uncovered were mind-blowing!

🏕️ First stop: A heritage-listed Tent House from the 1930s, a time capsule from the early mining boom, still filled with the original owners’ belongings.

💉 Next: The Beth Anderson Museum, showcasing the fascinating evolution of medical equipment and treatments over the decades.

🏥 Final stop: The legendary Underground Hospital—Australia’s first (and only!) underground hospital, built during WWII when Mount Isa was at risk of attack. Walking through its dark tunnels by hurricane lantern light was an unforgettable experience.

🪨 Bonus Find! I spotted vibrant malachite and azurite naturally forming on the rocks at the museum site—an absolute gem for any rock lover!

Day 4 adventures coming soon… stay tuned! ⏳✨

Geneene🌚🌝

21/03/2025

If you missed the 82nd Field School where we explored Carnarvon Gorge, now’s your chance to book a tour!

Australian Nature Guides will be sure to give you a friendly and expert tour on the sacred Country.

Whaaat? Only one week left of school? That means our tour season is just around the corner... and I've only just arrived home from four months on the road! Long story. I'll tell you all about those adventures some other time.

Right now, Simon and I are busily getting our tour equipment out of storage, prepping our meals for the next few weeks, and planning the final leg of our journey back to Carnarvon Gorge.

Yep, from April 1st the smiles on these dials will be back running tours in our favourite place on earth. Now all we need is you!

All the crowd-favourites are back in 2025.

✅ Night Safari - fancy joining us in our search for nocturnal wildlife? Marsupial gliders are the stars of this show, but we're always listening and looking for weird and wonderful wildlife of all kinds.

🥾 Off The Beaten Track - perhaps you're more in the mood for an off track adventure? Experience some of our favourite, secret squirrel spots... minus the crowds.

🌴 Lower Gorge Explorer - or maybe you'd prefer a leisurely walk to four of Carnarvon Gorge's best known locations, under the expert guidance of Simon or myself.

Have a special request? Shoot us an email or give us a call. We'll always do our best to squeeze in a extra tour where possible.

Bookings are essential... and so much easier when made prior to arriving at the Gorge. Let's just say mobile and wifi access can be a little temperamental at times 🙄

We're so looking forward to a fabulous 2025 season. See you soon!

🤠 Michelle

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21/03/2025

Day 2 (Thursday) greeted us with rain, but nothing could dampen the enthusiasm of our
The spirit of exploration was alive as we embarked on a journey showcasing the incredible history at Outback at Isa.

🫐Our morning began with an immersive Tour, where we discovered the incredible native flora thriving in the region. Guided by local experts, we learned which plants were edible, which ones were best avoided, and the powerful medicinal properties of traditional bush foods. Tasting native ingredients straight from the land added a rich, sensory layer to the experience, deepening our appreciation for the knowledge passed down through generations.

⛏️Then, in true outback fashion, we swapped our hiking boots for gumboots, traded sun hats for hard hats with headlamps, and donned high-vis vests—ready for an underground adventure. We descended into the depths of a where a former miner shared firsthand stories of life below the surface on the HARD-TIMES MINE UNDERGROUND TOUR.
From operating heavy machinery to understanding the mine’s unique geology and the ever-present dangers of the tunnels, his insights were both captivating and humbling.

This hands-on experience brought history to life, offering a glimpse into the resilience and ingenuity of those who built this industry. Every moment of the tour was engaging, expertly delivered, and left us with a newfound respect for the miners who shaped this region.

🔥 We also had another HOT SEAT- but I’m going to leave you all in suspense until the end of the field school for all of those!


Geneene 🌚🌝

19/03/2025

And we’ve kickstarted our 83rd Field School at Mount Isa yesterday!

What better way to start than with some accreditations!
Both enthusiastic with so much knowledge to share, we have Rahula, who well deservingly, has been promoted to Senior Savannah Guide and Michael, who has not only become an accredited Savannah Guide, but is also now officially apart of our Enterprise family - Travellers Rest 1770
Congratulations to you both!

Here’s what we’ve been up to so far:
✅ Exploring Mount Isa’s rich history and diving into its heritage display.
✅ Hearing inspiring First Nations stories personal journeys filled with passion, resilience, and a vision for cultural tourism.
✅ Engaging in hands-on activities to sharpen our skills in plant interpretation and deepen our connections.
✅ Getting our Twitchathon teams ready competition and camaraderie at their best!

What’s next? today, we’re immersing ourselves in a morning full of tours, learning the deep history and culture of this incredible country.

17/03/2025

Where's Wally, easy mode!

Can you find the animal in this picture, and do you know what it is? Let us know in the comments 😉

I took this picture while I was grasslanding prickly acacia for my parents on their sheep and cattle station outside of Kynuna, Western Queensland. I was listening to an audiobook that had just reached a *very* climatic part of the story, so when I looked up and found this big fella I gave myself quite the fright 😅😂

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17/03/2025

Happy Global Recycling Day!

We've all heard of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, but how can we practically employ that in our day-to-day lives?

We only have one planet, so we need to look after it. Some ways that we can help are:

♻️ Investing in a "keep cup" (ie travel or enamel mug) in place of disposable take away cups,
🚮 When walking or hiking, set yourself a number of items of rubbish to collect and bin in your local area,
♻️ If your local area has recycling options, utilise those bins or services correctly,
🚮 Invest in your own set of travel cutlery,
♻️ Use 'biodegradable' options wherever you can,
🚮 Where possible and practical, limit the amount of plastic items you use if another material-based option is available (eg. cloth bags, beeswax wraps, glass jars or metal cans, terry cloth or natural loofas, wooden or metal cutlery, travel mugs)

Emily of Red Cat Adventures takes it one step further. This incredible pocket rocket has been on a mission for the better part of a decade to clean up her local beaches. Not only does Emily collect rubbish that's made it's way to the waterfront, but she also turns what she collects into thought-provoking art pieces so that they won't find their way from the bin back to the ocean. How cool is that!

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12/03/2025

How beautiful is the painted skies from this sun ☀️
Home Valley Station - HVS and See Around Corners have some great experiences in the East Kimberley in Western Australia!

Just received this from up in the East Kimberley. It is sunset at the Pentecost River crossing from this afternoon. It looks fantastic 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

If you are up for a fishing tour this season look him up .hvs

I use .hvs as a base camp for a couple of nights in my Kimberley Wanderer Unique 4WD Adventure.

We had so much fun last year. Check it the details here - https://www.seearoundcorners.com/kimberley

11/03/2025

For thousands upon thousands of years, our First Nations people have walked gently on this land, nurturing it with love, respect, and deep spiritual connection.

The spirits of our Old People still walk beside us- whispering their wisdom in the rustling leaves, sending their strength through the rolling escarpments, and guiding our way through the stars above.

You may have witnessed a Welcome to Country or a Smoking Ceremony and found yourself wondering: What is a Smoking Ceremony, and why is it so important?

A Smoking Ceremony is a sacred tradition, passed down through countless generations of First Nations people. While many cultures and religions have their own forms of smoke rituals, in our culture, it holds profound spiritual significance.

Smoking Ceremonies serve many important purposes, including:

🍃 Honoring and farewelling those who have passed
🍃 Marking cultural events and milestones
🍃 Cleansing both the land and the people of any negative influences
🍃 Offering protection, promoting healing, and deepening connection to Country
🍃 Warding off spirits with ill intent that may reside in surrounding land and waters
🍃 Bringing those present together in harmony and unity

Our connection to Country and Spirit runs deep. When we cover ourselves in the smoke—breathing it in, letting it cling to our skin—we are letting the Old People know we are here with respect, that we walk this land with good intentions, and that we mean no harm.

The ceremony involves creating hot coals and carefully smouldering native Australian plants, often chosen for their medicinal and cultural significance to the land where the ceremony takes place.

Each Smoking Ceremony is deeply personal, and its practices may vary depending on the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land.

I am deeply honored to have been entrusted with this sacred practice, and each time I perform a Smoking Ceremony, I do so with absolute pride and the sincerest intentions.

Geneene🌚🌝
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11/03/2025

Excitement is building as Savannah Guides and friends prepare to journey into for the 83rd Field School in Mount Isa—now just a week away!

Will you be joining us to explore this fascinating region and dive into its rich history? We look forward to welcoming both new and familiar faces for an unforgettable experience.

As we count down, let’s take a moment to reflect on our incredible adventures in October and November 2024, when we explored Injune, Nyanda, and Carnarvon Gorge. Who’s ready for the next adventure?

Geneene🌚🌝

09/03/2025

Been a bit of a chaotic week here in SE Queensland…
Partly because we had no idea what was coming.
Actually, scratch that—partly because the moment people caught wind of it, they panic-bought everything in sight. Bottled water, toilet paper, butane bottles, camp stoves—you name it, it was gone. 🧻 🫠

As I’m sure you’ve heard, we’ve been hit by a cyclone, and we’re still feeling its aftermath. 🌀 😣

🌊 Tropical Cyclone Alfred may have only been a Category 2 at sea, but it had already begun wreaking havoc on the Gold Coast and Northern NSW rivers long before landfall.
🏝️ When it finally decided to shift toward Moreton Island as a Category 1, it left even more destruction in its wake.
🌬️ After being downgraded to a Tropical Low, its winds still tore through, now also in the North. Brisbane and parts of the Sunshine Coast now feeling the sting of the South’s earlier chaos.
😔 The damage? Old trees snapped like twigs, shrubs ripped from their roots. Homes, cars, and powerlines crushed. Once-white sandy beaches now dark and murky, swallowed by erosion and debris. Creeks and rivers overflowing, flooding residential streets, roads, and open land—destroying everything in their path.

This is an experience SE Queenslanders won’t forget anytime soon. A stark reminder that Country speaks to us in both breathtaking beauty and sheer destruction.

BUT—if you’ve made it this far, here’s the little light in all the darkness…

With the rain washing everything clean (including my now very empty garden), some tiny visitors have emerged. And my absolute favorite? This little (big) fella, playing the best game of hide and seek. 🥹

Ps. There’s another one hiding in there, wonder if anyone can see it 🤔

Geneene🌚🌝

01/03/2025

Can't go wrong with the serenity of an outback sunset!
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Looking for something Ceolurosaurs near the "March of the Titanosaurs" exhibition soaking up the last rays of warm sunlight at the end of the day.
Luckily, these ‘angry chickens’ are made of bronze, not camera-shy and pose no danger to the photographer!
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27/02/2025

Travelling through Central West on your way to Mt Isa for the Field School? There are so many fantastic Savannah Guides Enterprises to check out on your way, so duck in and don't be shy: say g'day!
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On our Rangelands Rifts and Sunset Tour we head to the private property of Rangelands Station to firstly explore some of the rocky chasms (or rifts) and then we head to our sunset spot to relax with glass of wine and sunset nibbles. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday afternoons - March to November.
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26/02/2025

Wildlife in small outback towns have no fear! I was in one of the local shops last week with family when I received a tap on the shoulder from the shopkeeper.

"You're a Savannah Guide still, aren't you? Can you take a look at this for me please?"

That's a suspicious sentence starter, I think to myself.

This little Horner's dragon (Lophognathus horneri) had snuck himself into the shop to avoid the soaring temperatures, and then gotten a little bit turned around in the back of house. After some careful, creative applications of an empty shoe box and a guiding nudge, the shopkeeper and I were able to relocate the wayward explorer back outside and into the garden.

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25/02/2025

Are you ready for the 83rd Savannah Guides Field School in March? We are, and we're so excited! We'd love to see you there for some absolutely ripper experiences. Check your emails for our Communicator, if you're already signed up to the Messagestick, or else head on over to our website for more information, or to sign up.

See you there!

https://savannah-guides.com.au/product/mt-isa-field-school-march-2025/

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24/02/2025

Western Queensland is full of fantastic experiences, and our good mates Outback Aussie Tours - OAT always know how to put on a brilliant show!
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Enjoy a true outback dining experience at Smithy’s! 🤠

Indulge in succulent camp-oven cuisine, cooked over gidgee coals, paired with freshly baked damper and billy tea. 🫖

Our licensed bar offers a great selection of wine, cold beer, and refreshing pre-mixes to complement your meal. 🥂

As you dine, enjoy live entertainment from our talented outback performers, sharing songs and stories under the stars. ✨

An award-winning experience you can’t miss! 🤩

Download our brochure for more information:
https://outbackaussietours.com.au/.../brochure-order-form/