This 10-day 4WD adventure tour through the Australian outback is rated by most passengers as one of the best experiences of their lives. We travel and explore areas which are inaccessible to buses and large 4WD vehicles. We go where the others only dream of going. Learn about Aboriginal history and culture, Experience Australia's unique wildlife, Hike and explore our untamed wilderness, Swim in desert hot springs, Enjoy outback cooking and campfires, Sleep in swags under a million stars ... GREAT FUN!
DAY 1 and 2
Pick up 6.30am from your hostel then head north to the magnificent Flinders Ranges. Spending 2 days in this spectacular mountain range allows us time to bush walk and explore Wilpena Pound, Aboriginal art sites and many beautiful gorges. Enjoy a night of indigenous songs and story telling around the campfire at the Iga Warta aboriginal community. This is the beginning of your journey into understanding and respecting the Adnyamathanha and other aboriginal people of our ancient land.
DAY 3
Travel the famous Oodnadatta track following the historic route of the Cameleers and the Old Ghan Railway. Visit Marree, cross the dingo fence and check out Lake Eyre. Have a dip in thermal springs, enjoy a cold beer at William Creek, a real bush pub. Population 2.
DAY 4
Coober Pedy, go underground on our mine tour. Fossick for opal. Meet the locals who live in underground houses in the middle of the outback.
DAY 5 and 6
Explore some of the most remote areas on earth, including the Painted and Simpson Deserts. Red sand hill country. Swim at night at Dalhousie Hot Springs (Winter only). Camp in Australia's red Centre.
DAY 7 and 8
Arrive at Uluru (Ayers Rock) in time to marvel at the magnificent sunset. Spending 2 days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park gives us time to fully appreciate the Aboriginal culture and spiritual meaning this area has to the traditional owners. Join our guided walk around the base of Uluru and visit the Cultural Centre. Bushwalk through the Valley of the Winds in the Olgas.
DAY 9 and 10
Kings Canyon. Enjoy a 3 4 hour guided walk around the gorges and rugged valleys descending to the Garden of Eden waterhole. Last day hike, swim and relax in the beautiful Western MacDonnell Ranges.
NOW YOU CAN TELL YOUR FRIENDS YOU HAVE SEEN THE REAL OUTBACK!
Trip Highlights
- All meals
- Accommodation / tent
- Learn about Aboriginal history and culture.
- Experience Australia's unique wildlife
- Hike and explore our untamed wilderness
- Swim in desert hot springs
- Enjoy outback cooking and campfires
- Sleep in swags under a million stars
- GREAT FUN!
Trip Information
Starts In: Adelaide
Ends In: Alice Springs
Duration: 10 Days.
Departs: Daily
Group Size: Max 16
Transport: 4WD vehicle
Accommodation: Camping
Activity: 4WD camping adventure
Ages: 8+
Tour Code: HEADINGB
Operator Code: HEADINGB
*Local Payment AU$120.00