Outback Tracks 2008
11 days Adelaide to Alice Springs
Experience life in the outback, Join in a bush tucker hunt, Step back in time in ancient Wilpena Pound, Listen to Aboriginal dreamtime stories, Head underground in Coober Pedy, See a magical sunset over Uluru, Hike through King's Canyon, Discover the stark beauty of Australia's desert landscapes
Take a trip into a land of dreamtime stories, diverse beauty and remote communities amid a vast desert landscape. This is the outback of Australia, a land populated by the country's longest standing residents, the Aborigines, and celebrated in countless songs and legends. Hop on as we explore this mythical land, traversing vast desert regions by 4WD. Along the way, experience life in the bush with our indigenous hosts, discover the diverse flora and fauna of a unique region and bask in the magic of Uluru.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotel (1 nt), camping with facilities (4 nts), bush camps with no facilities (5 nts)
Transportation: 4WD Safari vehicle, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Overland
Group Size: Maximum of 15 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Budget: Allow AUD $200 for meals not included.
Take a trip into a land of dreamtime stories, diverse beauty and remote communities amid a vast desert landscape. This is the outback of Australia, a land populated by the country's longest standing residents, the Aborigines, and celebrated in countless songs and legends. Hop on as we explore this mythical land, traversing vast desert regions by 4WD. Along the way, experience life in the bush with our indigenous hosts, discover the diverse flora and fauna of a unique region and bask in the magic of Uluru.
Physical Rating: 4
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotel (1 nt), camping with facilities (4 nts), bush camps with no facilities (5 nts)
Transportation: 4WD Safari vehicle, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Overland
Group Size: Maximum of 15 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Budget: Allow AUD $200 for meals not included.
Call (661) 399-9515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6601395
- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Adelaide | Head to the antique market or hop onto a biplane for aerial views of Adelaide's coast. |
| Day 2 | Flinders Ranges | Journey into the dramatic landscapes of the Flinders Ranges, rolling out swags and enjoying a meal cooked on the campfire. Learn ancient legends at Yourambulla Cavees, a significant Aboriginal art site. |
| Day 3 | Iga Warta Aboriginal Community | Visit magnificent Wilpena Pound to wander through 130 million years of geographic history then enjoy warm Aboriginal hospitality and hear a few dreamtime stories. |
| Day 4 | Oodnadatta track | Follow the history camel route and old Ghan Railway out into the desert and visit the Arabunna Aboriginal Centre to learn about weapons, culture and local history. Cross the dingo fence and down an ice-cold beer in an outback pub. |
| Day 5 | Coober Pedy | Explore the underground world of Coober Pedy and its opal mines. |
| Day 6 | Simpson Desert | Head into one of Australias most remote and arid regions, an area of stark beauty and remarkable contrasts. |
| Days 7-8 | Uluru | Cut through the heart of the continent and prepare to be wowed by the sight of Uluru. Hike around the rock to find out about its spiritual important and admire how the changing light affects its colours. |
| Day 9 | Kata Tjuta & The Olgas | Hike the fabulous Valley Of The Winds before another evening spent camping under the stars among red sand dunes and desert oaks. |
| Day 10 | Kings Canyon | Sandstone domes, towering cliffs and refreshing rockpools are the highlights of a Kings Canyon hike. Stand in a huge comet crater and maybe go in search of the elusive Thorny Devil. |
| Day 11 | Western MacDonnell Ranges/Alice Springs | Delve into local art history or take part in a crafts workshop at the Araluen Centre. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
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