Discover the outback charm of Burketown (Moungibi). Situated on the Albert River in Far North-West Queensland, Burketown (Moungibi) is known as the Barramundi Capital of Australia.
This stop on the famous Savannah Way, which traverses the top of Australia, linking Broome in Western Australia to Cairns in Tropical North Queensland, is also home to the largest area of salt pans in Australia. During the dry season, these salt flats transform into a dazzling white expanse, stretching for miles under the outback sun.
Burketown’s Indigenous name, Moungibi, translates to “little island,” reflecting how the town appears during the wet season when the surrounding salt pans flood. However, the true magic unfolds during the dry winter months. As the floodwaters recede, a breathtaking tapestry of salt formations is revealed across the vast plains. For the most spectacular view of this transformation, take to the skies with a hot air balloon tour and witness the stunning landscape from above.
Home to the Gangalidda and Garawa People, Burketown (Moungibi) is a one-of-a-kind outback town that should be on any adventurer’s itinerary.
Accommodation Suggestions
Burketown Caravan Park
Ideally location in Burketown and perfect for family adventures, the Burketown Caravan Park has a range of facilities on-site and is close to local attractions
Savannah Lodge
Enjoy local hospitality at Savannah Lodge with comfortable cabin-style accommodation, as well as landscaped gardens and the crystal-clear swimming pool. A tropical oasis in the Queensland Outback
Experience Suggestions
Yagurli Tours
Owned and operated by the Gangalidda and Garawa People, Yagurli tours offer amazing Cultural Tours, Fishing charters, River Cruises and Stargazing & Storytelling experiences in Burketown, in the Gulf of Carpentaria.
