Charleville – Rest Day

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Charleville – Rest Day

Highlights

  • Join the 'Check Out Charleville Tour' for a local's insight into the town's rich history.
  • Indulge in stories and scones on the 'Hotel Corones Stories & Scones Tour' for a delightful afternoon treat.
  • Experience the 'Meet the Bilby' event to connect with one of Australia's most endangered marsupials.
  • Explore the Royal Flying Doctor Visitor Centre for a fascinating look at this iconic Outback service.

Day 13: Known as ‘The Hub’ of the South West, Charleville has a rich history to be shared.

Like a good tour? Then this is your town! Take the 2-hour ‘Check Out Charleville Tour’ to get the run down from a local. Maybe you like a good yarn, well, the ‘Hotel Corones Stories & Scones Tour’ could do the trick.

A highlight for many visitors to Charleville is the Meet the Bilby Experience where you get to meet this delightful marsupial, one of Australia’s most endangered species. You’ll meet the dedicated volunteers who will share their knowledge and passion for the preservation of the Bilby.

While in Charleville, don’t miss visiting the Royal Flying Doctor Visitor Centre for an incredible insight into this iconic Outback service, which is still being delivered to the people of the Outback by the Flying Doctor.

Features

Service facilities

  • Bar
  • Barbecue
  • Cafe
  • Campsites
  • Caravan / Camper Trailer / Campervan Sites
  • Carpark
  • Food and Refreshments
  • Interactive Centre
  • Parents Room
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Telephone
  • Public Toilet
  • Restaurant
  • Shaded Area
  • Sheltered Area
  • Shop / Gift Shop
  • Showers
  • Tour Desk

Journey Travel Type

  • 4×4
  • Car
  • Caravan
  • Four Wheel Drive

Sevice Activity

  • Camping
  • Fishing
  • Four Wheel Driving
  • Scenic Drives
  • Swimming
  • Walks

Operation information

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Activities

  • Birdwatching
  • Boating
  • Camping
  • Canoeing/Kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Four Wheel Driving
  • Hiking
  • Scenic Drives
  • Swimming
  • Walks

Tags

  • Adventure
  • Art & Culture
  • Family
  • History & Heritage
  • Nature & Wildlife

Distance units

  • Kilometres

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