Spend a full day hiking through Carnarvon Gorge’s dramatic rock formations with Central Queensland Nature Tours. Discover hidden corners like the Moss Garden and ancient Indigenous rock art while learning from expert guides.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should have good stamina and balance, prepared for multiple creek crossings and sustained walking.
Wildlife
History
Carnarvon National Park was established in 1932 and contains Indigenous rock art that dates back thousands of years, marking the significance of the land to Aboriginal Australians.
Conservation
Central Queensland Nature Tours promotes low-impact hiking principles to protect sensitive areas, including limited group sizes and educating visitors about the local ecosystem.
Central Queensland Nature Tours
Spend a full day hiking through Carnarvon Gorge’s dramatic rock formations with Central Queensland Nature Tours. Discover hidden corners like the Moss Garden and ancient Indigenous rock art while learning from expert guides.
Central Queensland Nature Tours is a Rewan, Queensland operator offering guided 4WD and hiking experiences across the Carnarvon Ranges and Carnarvon Gorge. The company runs three core trips: the Nyanda Explorer & Bushfoods Tour (a half-day 4WD route across Nyanda private cattle station with Reid’s Dome Lookout, creek visits, and bushfoods interpretation), the Highlands 4WD Tag-along (a three-hour 4WD tag-along through station country with a tea break at a spring-fed creek and minimal walking required), and the Carnarvon Gorge Tour (an eight-hour guided hike visiting the Moss Garden and the Amphitheatre with geology and history interpretation).
Central Queensland Nature Tours focuses on factual on-site interpretation, practical 4WD access to private station land, and clear trip summaries that describe durations and route highlights. Guides share local history, geology, and information about native bushfoods as described in each itinerary. The Nyanda Explorer is presented as a budget-friendly half-day option, the Highlands 4WD Tag-along offers a compact three-hour scenic experience without strenuous hiking, and the Carnarvon Gorge Tour suits visitors prepared for a full-day guided hike.
All departures are from the Rewan, Queensland area and operate on a combination of private station property and public parkland, with itineraries indicating specific access and highlights. Booking information, safety measures, and accessibility notes are included in the trip descriptions to help travellers plan confidently before arrival and on-site procedures.
Location
Rewan, Queensland
Base for Carnarvon Ranges access
Tours Offered
3 Tours
Nyanda, Highlands, Carnarvon Gorge
Trip Lengths
Half-day • 3hr • 8hr
Options for varied fitness levels
Guided Tours
Guided
Interpretation on history and geology
Select the Nyanda Explorer, Highlands 4WD Tag-along, or Carnarvon Gorge guided hike — check availability and detailed itineraries before booking.
Wear sturdy hiking boots
Good traction is essential for creek crossings and uneven terrain along the track.
Bring at least 2 liters of water
Hydration is critical throughout this long, dry hike with limited shade.
Use a walking pole
A pole helps with balance during creek crossings and rocky sections.
Start early to avoid afternoon heat
Morning departures reduce sun exposure and improve comfort on the trail.
Hiking boots
Provide grip and ankle support for rocky creek crossings and mixed terrain.
Sun hat
Protects against strong Queensland sun exposure during open sections of the trail.
summer
Water bottle (2+ liters)
Ensures adequate hydration throughout the full-day hike.
Walking pole
Aids balance and reduces fatigue during creek crossings.