Spirit Safaris




Hours: 9am - 530pm
Private, small group luxury 4WD Eco Tours to Remote Wilderness, Aboriginal Rock Art & Aboriginal Art Centres in Outback Australia
Connecting people and country by songlines.… 4 Wheel Drive journeys meeting Aboriginal elders and communities in the land we travel. Experience remote sacred sites, outback communities, camps, cattle stations, traditional Aboriginal art … extraordinary value and beauty in these last frontiers of the world’s longest surviving culture.
Our journeys are inspired by the words of David Mowaljarlai, senior Kimberley Aboriginal elder who said … “By energizing a line across Australia, we will heal the whole country”
Join us and discover deeper & more meaningful
connections to the Land & Nature
Be inspired as we visit sacred sites and travel the songlines on the “Path of the Rainbow Serpent”
The songlines are the ancient natural pathways crossing Australia’s Heartlands into the depth of the powerful & pristine Kimberley landscapes.
Join a small group (max. 6 per vehicle — often in convoy) on your greatest adventure.
Explore the Dreaming and Discover new creativity on your Spirit Safari
Join us for some FUN, ADVENTURE & INSPIRATION on these small group, luxury 4WD Eco Tours !
Arkaroola Wilpena Flinders Ranges Lake Eyre Tours -6 days/5 nights tour — Arkaroola Wilpena Flinders Ranges Lake Eyre Tours includes 4WD to Lake shore walk, wetlands walk birds area, spectacular Arkaroola walks or Ridge Top Tour (optional), spot endangered rock wallabies as we drive through Brachina & Bunyeroo Gorges, incredible rock art at Arkaroo Rock & Chambers Gorge. We also experience the Old Ghan Railway, Tom Kruse “Outback Mailman” from “Back of Beyond” mail truck & history, Oodnadatta Track, Birdsville Track, Marree, Leigh Creek, Copley, Lake Eyre National Park, Flinders Ranges, Wilpena Pound, with walks & optional Lake Eyre and Wilpena Pound flights.
Arkaroola Wilpena Flinders Ranges Lake Eyre Tours — Itinerary
Day 1 — From Adelaide pickup (or Broken Hill option) approximately 8 am from airport or Adelaide CBD for departure via spectacular mountain scenery as we travel via Clare Valley wine country, then in the foothills of the Flinders Ranges to Marree. Our journey takes us through rural South Australia to enjoy picturesque roadside stops for lunch and morning teas. Visit historic Quorn & Hawker, view Wilpena Pound and travel via the spectacular Heyson Range in the Flinders Ranges before arrival at Marree near Lake Eyre, for our comfy overnight stops. Enjoy a sunset walk and a relax at the bar before dinner & overnight at Marree Hotel. L, D
Day 2 — From Marree we head up the Oodnadatta Track following the route of the Old Ghan Railway and Overland Telegraph Line to historic William Creek on Anna Creek Station (Australia largest cattle station). We take a 1 hour (optional 2 hours) scenic flight over Lake Eyre. Our flight allows us to see the latest highlights of the ever changing vast environment. See the Warburton Groove, the main inflow channel to Lake Eyre, Elliot Price Conservation Park, Halligan Bay, Lake Eyre South and learn of the Marree Man (a 4 km long, giant engraving in the landscape). The day includes a visit to the lake shore and lookout over the vastness of the salt lake. Our adventure on the Oodnadatta Track includes connecting with the wonder of the bird and plant life at various creeks and waterholes on the route. We visit permanently flowing Mound Springs releasing water from the Great Artesian Basin, and restored Coward Springs and Curdimurka Old Ghan Railway Siding. On return to base, we see some of the sights of Marree, this once thriving Ghan Railway town at the junction of the Birdsville Track & Oodnadatta Track. Marree has an Aboriginal cultural centre, Railway Museum and is caretaker for some interesting railway relics, plus the old mail truck used by legendary Outback Mailman Tom Kruse on the run from Marree to Birdsville. Overnight Marree. B,L,D
Day 3 — Today we visit the Old Ghan Railway ghost town of Farina, view the giant Leigh Creek coal mine, the fascinating and colourful Ochre Pits and travel via old Ghan railway towns. At Copley we head east through the stunning Gammon Ranges to Arkaroola. There’s plenty to do here in this remote, rugged area, including scenic flights or relaxing walks in the paths by nearby creeks After a spectacular day, relax by the fireside and share your experiences. Overnight Arkaroola BLD
Day 4 — We head out on the Arkaroola highlight, the Ridge Top Tour or alternatively explore remote creeks and landscapes of Arkaroola. The 4.5 hour Ridge Top Tour showcases the magic of the Northern Flinders Ranges timeless terrain and unique natural beauty of the Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Witness some of the most spectacularly rugged country on earth as you travel through Arkaroola’s 1600-million year geological history, as the inspiring images of red granite mountains and golden spinifex hillsides give way to a breath-taking view across the Freeling Heights, Lake Frome and the desert beyond. Overnight Arkaroola BLD
Day 5 — Today we leave Arkaroola & the Gammon Ranges to head south for Chambers Gorge, for insights and introductions to this stunning Aboriginal Rock Art Gallery and picturesque mountain and riverside landscape. Enjoy a walk in the gorge, and some of the most elaborate ceremonial rock art in Australia. After morning tea we travel back-country roads that once supported a thriving wool industry, and head for the historic copper mining town of Blinman for insights into early days of the region. After lunch we cross through the Flinders, ABC and Heyson Ranges via Parachilna Gorge to the Prairie Hotel at Parachilna on the Old Ghan Railway Line, for refreshments and viewing the oldest complex life forms ‑the Ediacaran Fossils, some of the oldest known examples of complex, multicellular animal life on Earth. We then join the Brachina Gorge Geological Trail & Bunyeroo Gorge through the ancient rock layers that uplifted to form this spectacular geology, including Wilpena Pound. Stunning lookouts are a highlight of this journey as we wind our way to Wilpena Pound for the evening, nestled amongst the River Red Gums. BLD
Day 6– This morning we recommend the spectacular optional scenic flight over Wilpena Pound. There’s time also to enjoy the Wangarra Lookout & Hills Homestead walk into the Pound or other walks including Sacred Canyon. (more rock art). Time permitting we visit the impressive Kanyaka Station & stone woolshed ruins as we follow the Old Ghan Line via Quorn, through the Pitchi Ritchie Pass and the breathtaking view of Spencers Gulf & Port Augusta to arrive Adelaide around 6pm, delivered to your accommodation or airport connection. B,L
Tour includes time for an optional 1 or 2 hours Flight Over Lake Eyre.
Inclusions –
- 5 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation — twin share or single supplement available — see booking link
- Genuine small group tour vehicle — usually max. 4 per 4WD Landcruisers
- Professional Driver Guide
- All meals
- Wild wildlife!!
- National Parks entry fees.
- Tour price supports Outback Kids & Nature Care projects.
Exclusions
- Flights to and from departure points
- Alcohol, personal items
- Arkaroola Ridge top tour — available as option when booking
- Lake Eyre & Wilpena Pound scenic Flights — available as option when booking
BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 1885
Imagine a day of Fun, Adventure and Learning experiencing the natural wonders and wildlife of the Australian bush. Discover the Mountain Magic with spectacular Wollomi and Blue Mountains Australia World Heritage National Parks, canyon walks, Three Sisters, Echo Point. Option to ride Skyway, or Scenic Railway or Cable car to base of Jamieson Valley. Learn of the Wollomi Pine (The Dinosaur Tree), Bushfires, Aboriginal culture and much more.
Includes:
- 4WD transport in small group (maximum 7) luxury air conditioned vehicles
- Best Featherdale Wildlife Park experience up close with Australia’ favourite animals –
- Koala, kangaroos, wombats, Tassy Devils, crocodile, exotic birds etc
- Remote area access to rainforests, giant gum trees, pristine forests, native flora and fauna
- Delicious picnic lunch and morning tea.
- Easy Walks in breathtaking Blue Mountains Australia World Heritage National Parks
- Vast “Grand Canyon” lookouts and breathtaking views
- Kangaroos, goannas, parrots, lorikeets and their mates
- Experienced and professional guide
- Departs daily from your Sydney hotel approximately 8 – 8:30am. Returns approximately 5 – 5:30pm. Wear casual clothes and walking shoes, bring hat, camera, water.
All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. Should you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.
Your tour becomes a sacred journey as you:
- Connect, Create and Celebrate with wild nature’s vitality
- Experience the Magic and Mystery of Aboriginal “Dreamtime”
- Learn of these great forests, ancient canyons, Songlines, Sacred Sites and creation stories
Testimonials
- Best day ever – LM
- This has been a real breakthrough for me … the land connection and group energy helped me see this – CEO
- I saw the importance of my role in my company and how I can add so much more value – Manager
- Really Friendly, Enthusiastic and excellent knowledge – Nisha more
Departs from your Sydney hotel approximately 8 – 8:30am. Returns approximately 5 – 5:30pm. Wear casual clothes and walking shoes, bring hat, camera, water.
Imagine a day of Fun, Adventure and Learning experiencing the natural wonders and wildlife of the Australian bush. Discover the Mountain Magic with spectacular Wollomi and Blue Mountains Australia World Heritage National Parks, canyon walks, Three Sisters, Echo Point. Option to ride Skyway, or Scenic Railway or Cable car to base of Jamieson Valley. Learn of the Wollomi Pine (The Dinosaur Tree), Bushfires, Aboriginal culture and much more.
Includes:
- 4WD transport in small group (maximum 7) luxury air conditioned vehicles
- Best Featherdale Wildlife Park experience up close with Australia’ favourite animals –
- Koala, kangaroos, wombats, Tassy Devils, crocodile, exotic birds etc
- Remote area access to rainforests, giant gum trees, pristine forests, native flora and fauna
- Delicious picnic lunch and morning tea.
- Easy Walks in breathtaking Blue Mountains Australia World Heritage National Parks
- Vast “Grand Canyon” lookouts and breathtaking views
- Kangaroos, goannas, parrots, lorikeets and their mates
- Experienced and professional guide
- Departs daily from your Sydney hotel approximately 8 – 8:30am. Returns approximately 5 – 5:30pm. Wear casual clothes and walking shoes, bring hat, camera, water.
All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. Should you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.
Your tour becomes a sacred journey as you:
- Connect, Create and Celebrate with wild nature’s vitality
- Experience the Magic and Mystery of Aboriginal “Dreamtime”
- Learn of these great forests, ancient canyons, Songlines, Sacred Sites and creation stories
Testimonials
- Best day ever – LM
- This has been a real breakthrough for me … the land connection and group energy helped me see this – CEO
- I saw the importance of my role in my company and how I can add so much more value – Manager
- Really Friendly, Enthusiastic and excellent knowledge – Nisha more
Departs from your Sydney hotel approximately 8 – 8:30am. Returns approximately 5 – 5:30pm. Wear casual clothes and walking shoes, bring hat, camera, water.
Cameron Corner Country 4WD Tour -NSW / QLD / SA Corner -4 Day Corner Country from Broken Hill return to Broken Hill via Tibooburra, Milparinka, Moomba, Innaminka, Dig Tree, Cameron Corner – Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the Dig Tree) this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders. 4 days from Broken Hill (or Sydney Adelaide or Melbourne by rail, fly or coach options available) -
Details below ...
Explore in the footsteps of Burke & Wills (visit the famous Dig Tree & historic reserve) this remote and fascinating area around the junction of the NSW, QLD & SA borders, known as Cameron Corner. Travel through giant sheep stations from over 100 years ago, witness the Moomba oil fields & mighty Cooper Creek at Innamincka. Travelling in our luxury 4WD Landcruisers, you can stand at the famous Cameron Corner, and stay overnight at the "corner store". Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art sites and hear the tales of the great Cattle drives as we travel the Strzelecki Track - pioneered by Captain Starlight as he stole 1000 cattle from Queensland QLD in 1870. Later, Sidney Kidman & Co and many others made their fortunes on the track pioneered by Starlight.
Cameron Corner Country Tour Details ...
Day 1 - Depart Broken Hill (or Adelaide day prior) through the Barrier Ranges on the Silver City Highway via Packsaddle for Milparinka and the Albert Hotel. Appreciate this once thriving gold mining town at the restored Milparinka Heritage Precinct. We check out the Tibooburra pub and considerable town before heading into the Sturt Desert & crossing the Grey Range with a stop at Fort Grey. The park protects an enormous arid landscape of space and solitude. The rolling red-sand dunes of the Strzelecki desert ripple through the western section, graduating past surprising wetlands surrounded by white sands. After some great opportunities for photos, and to explore we arrive at Cameron Corner on the 3 states corner (NSW, SA & QLD) for a welcome meal and overnight at the "Corner Store" and hotel.
Day 2 - Travel via Bollards Lagoon, the Yellow Bus and Merty Merty station, crossing the sand hills of the Strzelecki Desert, and Creek as we head for the Strzelecki Track and the uncanny Moomba oil & gas fields. We pass the geothermal power plant / hot rocks project of Geodynamics where Australia has the hottest rocks on Earth, outside of volcanic areas.Geologists think that 10 million years ago, the granites in the Cooper Basin, South Australia, were exposed at the surface. Since that time they have been covered by a sedimentary layer, four kilometres thick, that acts as an overlying blanket; trapping the heat and preventing it from escaping to the atmosphere.
The heat is created by naturally occurring radiogenic decay that heats the granite to more than 250 degrees Celsius. The granite temperatures in Europe are only 180 degrees Celsius. The granite belt in the Cooper Basin is fractured in horizontal layers and these fractures naturally contain water at very high pressures – up to 5, 000 pounds per square inch. Check out the birdlife at sunset on the flooding Cooper Creek before a delicious meal at the Innamincka Hotel, adjacent the Australian Inland Mission hospital, restored as National Parks offices.
Day 3 - A chance for an early walks and look at creek side birdlife - and quirky Innamincka - before we head for the S/ QLD border and Nappa Merrie Station (once owned by S. Kidman & Co) to the Burke & Wills Dig Tree. Here Burke & Wills support team waited 4 months and 5 days and provisions were buried for the northern explorers. The support left in the morning of the same day before Burke & Wills returned, but they were too weak to follow. Lots of history, and birdlife here on the infamous Cooper Creek. Heading south we travel through picturesque desert then sand hill country via Orientos, Santos and Sullivans Tank before crossing the border into NSW at the Warri Gate on the Dingo fence, and once again into the Sturt Desert. Taking in vast stony plains, the towering red-sand hills of the great Strzelecki Desert and the unusual flat-topped mesas around the Olive Downs, this park covers 340,000 hectares of classic outback terrain. Thanks to the protection of the dingo-proof fence, there are large populations of western grey and red kangaroos. We arrive Tibooburra for dinner & overnight at the local hotel in this most remote NSW desert town.Day 4 - Time to explore Tibooburra, and the Outdoor Pastoral Museum. Flat-topped mesas and fantastic views characterise the central Jump-Up country. Remnant gidgee woodland, the catchment system of the ephemeral Twelve-Mile Creek and gibber and grass-covered plains dominate the east, while 450 million year old granite tors surrounding Tibooburra form part of the southern boundary of the park. We leave town and head for Pooles Grave & Depot Glen where in 1845 Charles Sturts men were stranded and lay camp. Travelling south via salt lakes and vast plains we arrive Broken Hill late afternoon wth manay a tale to share.
Fully inclusive luxury 4WD tour includes luxury small group 4WD travel, 4 days with 3 nights accommodation, all meals, professional guide. If single room required, add $395 single supplement.
Inclusions –
- 4 days with 3 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation – twin share or single supplement available – see booking link
- Genuine small group tour vehicle – usually 4WD Landcruisers with a maximum of 4 people per car.
- Professional Driver Guide
- All meals
- Wild wildlife!!
- National Parks entry fees.
- Tour price supports Outback Kids &Nature Care projects.
Call Now: 1300 763 188
Canning Stock Route from Alice Springs return 19 days includes Tanami Billilluna Aboriginal Community Stretch Lagoon — bird watching near Paraku IPA Durba Springs Onegunyah Rockhole Wiluna Mt Beadell Warburton Giles Uluru Gunbarrel Highway
Tour includes travel by luxury Toyota Landcruiser GXL vehicles (Maximum 3 – 4 persons per vehicle), 4 nights motel accommodation (Broome, Halls Creek, Wiluna and Kunawaratji), all meals, fees, permits, professional 4WD driver guides, delicious healthy meals, deluxe & modern camping gear supplied including full height tents, stretchers if required, hot showers & real toilet.
Note Alice Springs departures meet Broome departures near Balgo / Lake Gregory after travelling from Alice Springs via Tanami Track, Tillmouth Well and Rabbit Flat. Both tours overnight at Canning SR end at Wiluna and visit Well 2. Alice Springs tour returns on Gunbarrel Highway (built by Len Beddell) via Carnegie, Everard Junction, Warburton (great Aboriginal art work), Giles Weather Station, Schwerin Mural Crescent, Docker River, Uluru, Alice Springs
Our Canning Stock Route Tours travel the original Canning Stock Route created by Albert Canning in 1908 for Kimberley cattlemen to take their stock to the southern markets. The CSR includes 51 wells and stretches 2,013 kilometres from Halls Creek to Wiluna in Western Australia. The Canning Stock Route now forms one of the most remote and challenging four wheel drive tracks in the world…. Our route takes us via awesome desert landscapes as we travel via the Great Sandy Desert, Tanami and Gibson Deserts through gibbers, sandhills, ancient ranges and salt lakesAlice Springs or Broome departures are same departure dates, with return options – please ask.
Broome to Newman or Broome. 16 days from Broome to Newman WA (to fly to Perth) or return to Broome via Marble Bar – 17 days. Our journey includes Fitzroy Crossing, Halls Creek, Billilluna Aboriginal Community, Lake Gregory (bird watchers paradise), Paraku Indigenous Protected Area, Kunawarritji Aboriginal Community, Wardabunni Rockhole, Durba Springs, Diebel Springs, Onegunyah Rockhole, Lake Disappointment, Helen Hill, Slate Range, Ural Native Title Well, Glen Ayle Station, then the rich mineral & Gold rush areas around Wiluna and Newman.
OR Depart from Alice Springs and return to Alice Springs — 19 days
Canning Stock Route Tours – see note at the end re from Alice Springs
Day 1 – Alice Springs depart 7 am for Tanami Track with stops at Tillmouth Well and Yuendumu. Visit the World renowned Warlu Aboriginal Art centre here. Remote desert travel via Renner Springs, and Tanami Gold Mine to camp that evening under the stars near Rabbit Flat. BLD
Day 2 — After breakfast, we depart to see more remote old mines, and cross the WA border. We arrive Halls Creek Hotel for overnight. B, L, D
Day 3 – Leaving Halls Creek we take the Tanami Track road south toward Alice Springs and Wolf Creek Crater. We travel via Ruby Plains, and vast cattle station still owned and operated by S. Kidman & Co the pioneering pastoralist who ruled the cattle country of the late 18 & 1900s. We travel by and see Wolfe Creek Crater, the world 2nd largest meteorite crater, before arrival at the Aboriginal community and owned cattle station of Billilluna, the start of the Canning Stock Route. From here we pass by waterholes of Lake Gregory (bird watchers paradise) by the Paraku Indigenous Protected Area and check out the birds and wildlife.Paruku is the Walmajarri name for Lake Gregory. Paruku/Lake Gregory is the only lake in the region with a reliable source of fresh water for large numbers of birds and other animals, supporting over 70 species of waterbirds and 175 aquatic species. Surrounded by hundreds of kilometres of arid desert lands, these wetland oases are fed from a catchment in the south-east Kimberley region. More than 100,000 birds visit the wetlands regularly, with up to 60,000 estimated at Mulan Lake at any one time.
Paruku IPA encompasses a variety of desert and semi-desert landscapes undulating red sand plains, salt pans and occasional dunes with stunted eucalyptus. It is dotted with acacias and spinifex, flood plains with swathes of short grasses and low shrubs, and alluvial plains and sand rises.We visit Bloodwood Bore and Wells 51 and 50, before stopping for our overnight camp at the restored Well 49, the Crystal Well.
Day 4 – On the track again we explore Breaden Pool and Godfrey’s tank – named in 1896 after members of David Carnegie’s expedition. We stop at Wells 48 and 47 then it’s into the sand dunes with their unique vegetation and wildlife to arrive at Well 46 for overnight.
Day 5 — We are now in the Great Sandy Desert and check out Wells 45 & 44, and take a break at Gravity Lakes. From Well 43 we head over the Guli Lake System and past Well 42 to stop for overnight amongst the trees near Helena Springs track.
Day 6 — Enjoy the remote early morning nature of this area before arrival at Well 41, known by the locals as ‘Tiru’. This was a popular resting spot for the drovers due to good feed here for their cattle. We head south to cross Lake Tobin then to Well 39, where lots of water here attracts abundant bird life including budgerigars. Wardabunni Rockhole & Well 38 is reached today, where we enjoy another night under the stars.
Day 7 — After another great breakfast we arrive at Well 37, where lay the graves of 3 early drovers who died under mysterious circumstances. We learn more of the mystery and their fate at the site, and numerous other stories of early pioneers before Well 36. Travelling on we visit Well 33 then overnight in comfortable and modern style rooms at the Kunawarritji Aboriginal Community. Here we have abundant water and a chance to catch up on personal laundry.
Day 8 – At Kunawarritji Aboriginal Community and store we can do personal shopping and restock some essential supplies & fuel. These remote communities are always fascinating insights into remote desert life. Onwards we visit Wells 32, 31 and 30 (known as Duna Jinnda). After lunch we travel to Thring Rock, a sandstone outcrop with a lookout we climb for a great view of the landscape, before our overnight camp nearby.
Day 9 — More sand dunes today before Well 27, then the rebuilt Well 26 with good drinking water. We take a break here and stock up with water, then travel to shady Well 25 for lunch under the Desert Oaks before arrival at Well 24 for overnight camp.Day 10 – We are now also on part of the Talawana Track, which is a direct route to Newman. We see the Capricorn Roadhouse Fuel dump where many Canning trekkers still arrange fuel drops from Newman. Travel on to Georgia Bore, which was sunk in the 1970’s by CRA survey crews. Lake Disappointment is a large salt lake and our goal today. Named by explorer Frank Hann after he was expecting to find a freshwater lake. Overnight and sunset by the lake shore at Lake Disappointment.
Day 11 – We travel several kilometres by the shores of Lake Disappointment to Savory Creek crossing (or diversion crossing depending on water levels) and Well 19. After lunch we visit Onegunyah Rock Hole before majestic Durba Springs where we spend 2 nights in this restful shaded and well watered area.
Day 12 — Durba Springs is known as ‘Jilikuru’ by the local Martu people, who made this area their home. Elaborate Aboriginal rock art sites are here, and we walk through the Durba Hills area viewing these rock art galleries. Enjoy lunch back at camp and a relaxing easy afternoon as the drovers and cattle did in the good old days.
Day 13 – We leave this little haven and head for Well 16 with its challenging history then the lookout at Well 15 enables a wider view of this incredible landscape. Wells 14 and 13 are visited, then the restored Well 12 with good drinking water. Then on to wells 11 & 10 and MacConkey Hill for our camp under a starry sky.
Day 14 – Today takes us to Weld Springs (Well 9) and the edge of Glen-Ayle Station, where WA’s first premier John Forrest built a fort in 1874 to defend against Aborigines. We travel off the CSR here to Glen-Ayle Station and then to Wiluna for refuelling, before overnight camp at the southern end of Canning Stock Route.
Day 15 — From our last camp here we travel to the BHP mining town of Newman and check into our welcome hotel after lunch. You can explore Newman or just catch up with all those photos at your leisure. Group dinner this evening in Newman.Days — 15 – 19 — Alice Springs tour returns on Gunbarrel Highway & Great Central Road (surveyed by Len Beddell) via Carnegie Station, Everard Junction, Warburton (great Aboriginal art work), Giles Weather Station, Schwerin Mural Crescent, Docker River, Uluru, Alice Springs overnight) completes 10 am Day 19
If returning to Newman / Broome
- Day 16 – Today you have time for an optional morning tour of the monster BHP Mt Whaleback mine. Our CSR Tour ends at 10 am after breakfast and for those flying we will transfer you to Newman airport for your flight to Perth.
- Alternatively if travelling back to Broome with us we depart after the mine tour and lunch. We travel through spectacular mineral rich Pilbara country, via Roy Hill, the new Gina Reinhart Iron Ore mine, visit the famous and impressive rock formation that is the Marble Bar then overnight in accommodation in Marble Bar township.
- Optional Day 17 – Visit the old Comet Mine before we travel mineral rich mining and Mesa areas of Shay Gap, before we cross the mighty De Grey River. Enjoy lunch at spectacular 80 Mile Beach, then a stop at Sandfire to arrive Broome late afternoon. BL
• Genuine small group travel – Maximum 12 in convoy Toyota Landcruiser vehicles
• All delicious meals on tour, including breakfasts, lunches and dinners
• Special diets catered
• 5 nights hotel / motel accommodation
• 12 nights camping with comfortable, modern, user friendly equipment including full height Easy Up tents (no centre pole), stretchers if required, self-inflating mattresses, linen and pillow case.
• Hot showers and real toilet
• Professional Driver / Guides
• Satellite phone connection to the world, Emergency services / Flying Doctor if required
• 2 way radio allows communication and sharing between vehicles
• Personal refrigeration for limited supplies of alcohol and medications
• Aboriginal Art purchase opportunities direct from source
• 240 Volt and 6 Volt USB charging for cameras and phones
Excludes -
• Flights to and from departure points
• Alcohol
Call Now to book or for latest tour dates and availability – Call 1300 763 188
Cape Leveque Tours from Broome — 1 day tour
Join our special small group 4WD Cape Leveque Tours on this exciting and fascinating Cape Leveque 1 day tour
Cape Leveque 1 Day Tours includes options for the following
Included
- Dampier Peninsula
- Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm visit included and morning tea
- Cape Leveque ( known as Kooljaman) — enjoy lunch then a free afternoon and time to relax on the pristine beaches. Swimming,
snorkelling, sunbathing, photography, painting, coffee at the café or walks along the beach.
- Buccaneer Archipelago — Giant Tides tour — huge tidal flows of the Kimberley. — optional Sea Safari boat cruise
- Aboriginal guided beach and culture walk
- Lombadina Aboriginal Community — Enjoy the gardens and bush timber church
- Beagle Bay Aboriginal Community Beagle Bay Church — pearl shell altar, for morning tea.
- One Arm Point Community
- Ardyaloon AquacultureHatchery at One Arm point with reef fish and trochus shell.
- Return to Broome approx 500pm
1 day includes lunch, morning tea, fees, luxury small group (2−4 people) 4WD transport, professional driver/guide.
Please ask for details & available dates for Cape Leveque Tours
Note that Cape Leveque is Aboriginal managed land and access has been limited. If so at the time of your visit alternative destinations will be explored iin more details.
Add on before or after a Karjini or Kimberley tour
Call 0417244600 for details
Cape York Thursday Island Tours, with Horn Island, Weipa, Daintree, Quinkan Rock Art, Cairns to Cairns Tour — 8 day tour Cairns returning to Cairns overland, including Laura Rock Art, Weipa, & Billys Landing, Thursday & Horn Island ferries & day tours, including Twin & Fruit Bat Falls (on Old Telegraph Track) and last night accommodated in Cairns. Includes Cooktown, Lakefield National Park, Daintree Rainforest. Join us to travel by luxury 4WD to the northern most tip of Australia at Cape York & Thursday Island & Horn Island cruise and island tours. Explore Quinkan Rock Art, then Cooktown, Weipa, Lakefield National Park & the Daintree Rainforests, Mossman Gorge, Bloomfield Falls.
Cape York Thursday Island Daintree Rock Art Cairns Tour details
Day 1 – Cape York Thursday Island Tours – Depart Cairns 730 am and travel through the rainforests and the Atherton Tablelands via picturesque Kuranda and Mareeba via the Palmer River area famous in the gold rush days, to the Laura Dance Festival site (time at festival available if dates match – biannual event). You can choose to spend the day here, or travel the short distance to the Quinkan Rock Art Reserve, and an afternoon tour of this amazing rock art site. Overnight Lotus Bird Lodge, Lakefield National Park BLD
Rock Art Walks – Explore some of the Quinkan Aboriginal Rock Art at the Split Rock art site or the Quinkan rock art at Jowalbinna in Queensland’s premier rock art site The area includes –
- Giant Wallaroo – “The Cycle of Birth and Death”: Spectacular landscapes and paintings on a walk into Pine Tree Creek valley and up to the opposite escarpment wall.
- The Brady Creek Escarpment – “Many Clans, Many Totems”: Includes Death Adder, Honeymoon Cave, Red Lady, Garfish Sorcery and Tent Shelter rock art sites, near refreshing Brady Creek.
- Emu Dreaming – “The Emu Ancestor enters the Land”: An accessible site featuring ancient abstract engravings and occupation evidence.
- Yam Dreaming – “The Archaeologists’ Choice”: A fascinating archaeological dig site on fertility ceremonial grounds, involving a challenging walk and climb into the site (available for exclusive touring only).
Day 2 – Depart up the Peninsular Development Road for the Old Telegraph Track (OTT) heading for Cape York. We travel via the Hann River Roadhouse, and check out the Musgrave Telegraph Station. Musgrave was first built as an overland telegraph station in 1887, along with Palmerville, Fairview, Coen, Mein, Moreton, McDonnell and Paterson. It was named after Sir Anthony Musgrave (1828 – 1888) who was Governor of Queensland from 1883 to 1888. These stations were repeater stations, with great banks of batteries and a generator to boost the power in the telegraph line. Beyond the township of Coen we pass the old Quarantine Station, and begin to pass a number of exciting creek crossings. We pass through the Mungkan Kandju National Park, a large wilderness park that stretches from the McIlwraith Range foothills, between the Archer and Coen rivers, and consists of open eucalypt woodlands, melaleuca swamps and various rainforest types. The Wik Mungkan, Kaanju and Ayapathu Aboriginal peoples, the Traditional Owners of the park, welcome you to their land and ask that you respect their culture and country during your visit. We take a break at the Archer River Roadhouse, and cross the Piccaninny Plains and Savannah country to arrive in Weipa for a tour of the massive bauxite mine operated by Rio Tinto. Weipa is the largest town on Cape York Peninsula, and has approx 3000 people supporting the mining and export of bauxite and cattle. Nearby is Duyfken Point, where Dutch explorer Willem Janszoon recorded the Australian coast in 1606, 164 years prior to James Cook. BLD Overnight Weipa
Day 3 – Depart Weipa to the OTT, crossing the Wenlock River. After a stop at the Moreton Telegraph Station, we turn off the OTT to the Bamaga Rd and enter the Jardine National Park and the Heathlands. Be entranced by the unusual change in the landscape. The Heathlands is a vast area of 2 metre high wet anddry heath vegetation which live side by side and is home to an abundanceof wildlife. Enjoy a break at Eliot Falls before we cross the notorious Jardine River. We pass through the administrative centre for the region, Bamaga to Siesia, the “Gateway to the Torres Strait”. Today we also travel on to the farthest northern point of Australia to stand on Australia’s northern most tip at Cape York , view the numerous islands of the Torres Strait, and the meeting place of the Arafura and Coral Seas. Overnight Punsand Bay Resort, Barmaga, Cape York BLD
Day 4 – At 8 am depart by fast cat ferry for the 1 hour 10 min ride to Thursday Island, passing Friday and seeing Wednesday Islands enroute. Thursday Island is known as Waiben, meaning ‘no water or place of no water’. In 1877, TI was an administrative centre for the Torres Strait Islands established by the Queensland Government. In the early days over 1000 Japanese pearl divers were operating here. In 1880, Thursday Island acted as a defence post for Australia and old canons remain on the Island. On TI, a 1 hour island tour is included, highlighting local history and landmarks, then free time to enjoy the Torres Strait Islander cultural centre, and pearl, souvenir or window shopping. After lunch, (own cost) the return ferry departs at 2:30 from Engineers Wharf, arriving approximately 3:40. Enjoy free time this afternoon till dinner. Optionally, from Thursday Island your can join the Horn Island tour which visits WWII sites including a WWII museum. This tour also meets the last & only return ferry, and does not give time to look around Thursday Island. If you choose, you can overnight here and join us early next morning (additional cost) BD Overnight Punsand Bay Resort, Barmaga, Cape York
Day 5 – Heading south we visit the WWII aircraft wrecks of Bamaga, and skirt the Jardine River National Park, take the Jardine River crossing then a rest stop at Fruit Bat Falls. We visit the beach at Captain Billy’s Landing located on the east coast, and arrive Moreton Telegraph Station for a few yarns, a great meal and overnight. BLD
Day 6 – Today we explore Lakefield National Park. The park is home to threatened species including the red goshawk, Lakeland Downs mouse and spectacled hare-wallaby. Hann and Kalpowar crossings are two of the many significant Aboriginal cultural sites found in the area. Barramundi abound here if you are feeling adventurous, and many waterbirds inhabit Low Lake. Enjoy this rich nature and great waterholes for swimming. Arrive Cooktown late afternoon for overnight. BLDDay 7 – Cooktown to Cairns via the Bloomfield Track & Daintree Rainforests. The Daintree Rainforest encompasses an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometres, from the Daintree River north to Cooktown and west to the Great Divide, representing the single largest block of tropical rainforest in Australia. The area protected under World Heritage listing covers an area of approximately 12,000 square kilometres, stretching from Townsville to Cooktown 75 per cent of which is tropical rainforest, an area equivalent to about the size of Sydney. We explore and discover the magic of rainforests on our Daintree Rainforest Discovery centre walk.
Cooktown was first established for the goldfields on the Palmer River in 1872, although its also famous for when Captain Cook repaired his ship, The Endeavour, after hitting coral on the Great Barrier Reef. We check out some key local landmarks, including the Vera Scarth-Johnson Gallery, whose artwork consists of illustrations of the flowering plants from the region, the Grassy Hill Lighthouse which is home to the Cooktown lighthouse, built in England and shipped to Cooktown in 1885, the sun dial which is actually a ‘Global Positioning Monument’ and Captain Cook’s Grassy Hill Monument. Also, the James Cook Museum, including canon and the anchor from from Cooks ship, the HM Barque Endeavour and Chinese, Pastoral, Mining, and Indigenous artefacts.
We depart Cooktown via the coastal road (4WD only) and witness Black Mountain National Park, home to mysterious Aboriginal legends. We visit the heritage-listed Lions Den Hotel built in 1875, then spectacular Bloomfield Falls at the Bloomfield River crossing. This track was the site of many protests and the Daintree Blockade in 1983. The Bloomfield track takes us to Cape Tribulation and on to the ferry to cross the Daintree River. Time permitting, we travel through Mossman and visit Mossman Gorge, and a side trip via Port Douglas. Overnight Cairns. BLD
Day 8 – Tour ends in Cairns after breakfast for flights home or join us to travel from Cairns to Darwin via the Lost City, Undara Lava Tubes and Savannah Way Tour
Undara Lava Tubes – Volcano Valley – Volcanic lava over 300,000 years, has created a remarkable tunnel system that lies beneath the rich grasslands of Undara. See them on the Lost City, Undara Lava Tubes and Savannah Way Tour If travelling to Cairns join Spirit Safaris to meet this tour from Alice Springs, explore the Plenty Highway on the edge of the Simpson Desert, the Min Min experience in Boulia, the mighty Diamantina River and the Dinosaur Trail as we travel on to Cloncurry (Qantas birthplace) Undara Lava Tubes & Cairns. If travelling from or to Darwin, explore the Lost City, Lawn Hill, Adel’s Grove, Cobbold Gorge, Dally Waters, Mataranka Hot Springs ( and “We of the Never Never” homestead) & Katherine. Optionally Kakadu via Cooinda (with Yellow Waters Cruise) to Darwin. (meets Darwin to Broome tour departure) Cape York, Thursday Island, Weipa, Daintree Rainforest, Quinkan Rock Art from Cairns 4WD Tour
8 Day Cape York Thursday Island Daintree Rock Art Cairns Tour from Cairns to Cairns 8 day tour Cairns returning to Cairns overland, including Laura Rock Art, Weipa, & Billys Landing, Thursday & Horn Island ferries & day tours, including Twin & Fruit Bat Falls (on Old Telegraph Track) and last night accommodation in Cairns. Includes all meals, entry & park fees, professional guide, ferry to & from Thursday Island, luxury 4WD transport. Prices are for comfy camping OR for 7 nights accommodation upgrade add $995 per person (couple or twin share)
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“Creation Journeys” … The Book
Image shows New Star Creation …Witnessed by Hubble Telescope
Empower Your Personal or Organizations “Life Journey”…with these amazing books of tips and techniques …. from Richard O’Neill
“Creation Journeys” …. Includes ….
- Your Energy, Earth Energy and Your Brain Wave Frequencies
- Energy Flows Connecting “Heaven” and Earth … Creating Matter
- Thriving Success .…. from Nature’s Principles
- Key Forces of the Universe
- Keys to Future Creation .…. Evolution in Action
- Creativity Techniques from .… Leonardo de Vinci .. as interpreted by Deepak Chopra
- Sacred Places and Songlines
- Creation Key … The Power of Three …
- Energy in Motion (Emotion ) Creates the Material World … every moment
- Power from Grounding our Bodies Electricity to the Earth
- Your Identity Defined by Values
- Your Totem – An Indicator of Your Unique Gifts to the World
- Mining, Stone Circles, Songlines and Earth Energy
- 8 Action Steps to a Creative, Vital You, Your Business & Planet
- Wisdom from the Elders
- Integrity Checklist
- Adventure Learning Programs and Tours
- Australian Visions Project
- Contacts to help you connect with your nature
- Australian Visions
“Amazing … I love it … contains many inspiring ideas” — Mark Balfour author of “Sign of the Serpent .. The Key to Creative Physics”
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“Creation Journeys” .… Introduction to the Book
This book is a creation … and is intended as a resource for people to adventure, discover, connect and create extra-ordinary outcomes for their lives.
It is a collection of ideas and techniques compiled from years of experiences on the journey of personal empowerment, free expression and inner peace. My journey has encompassed many workshops, global travel and experiences with many cultures, and individuals, including indigenous shamans, religious leaders, business leaders, healers and visionary global leaders.
Their contributions to my journey have been varied, and often subtle and at the time unrecognised Some have not been subtle — like being buried in the earth up to my neck for hours, or fire walking with 1 ‚500 people to the beat of African drums
My journey has taken me to all continents of the world, and enabled me to witness the creative energy in everything. When this creativity is blocked, as it so often is through win/lose power games we all loose out — and when it is freed, extra-ordinary and unexpected value is released.
This book can help create that freedom of creative expression, and extra-ordinary value creation.
Richard Thomas O’Neill
In the beginning of Creation is … the “word” …
Images show …Om (Aum) … a resonating harmony or vibration, here expressed by the ancient Irish (where the word is Ogham), and in Indian Sanskrit from 5500 years ago.
Creation is occurring every moment …. NOW … Your thoughts create our future
Cairns to Darwin via Lost City & Gulf Savannah Way Tours — Walk in the stunning Undara Lava Tubes, swim at Lawn Hill NP (2 nights), tour Riversleigh Fossils site, Burke & Wills last camp, Normanton, Karumba (sunset cruise), Hells Gate, Borroloola, Lost City
8 days Accommodated or Camping or a combination available- select when booking
Gulf Savannah Tours include Lost City, Lawn Hill, Riversleigh Fossils / Dinosaurs tour, Undara Lava Tubes
Cairns to Darwin (Westbound) itinerary shown below. This tour has 2 nights at Lawn Hill / Adel’s Grove and includes Riversleigh Dinosaurs / Fossils sites tour.
Day 1 – Gulf Savannah Way Tours – Depart Cairns for the picturesque drive to the Atherton tablelands to tour through the Undara Lava Tubes. The Undara Lava Tubes were formed some 190,000 years ago when a major volcano erupted, its molten lava flowing down a dry river bed. As the top layer quickly cooled and crusted, the fiery magma below continued to flow through the tubes taking it further and further from the volcano. The Undara tubes are the world’s longest lava flow. The word Undara means ‘a long way’ in Aboriginal language. One of the lava flows from Undara extends over 160 kilometres (or 100 miles). This makes it one of the longest lava flows from a single volcano on our planet in modern geological time. The original tube formed by the flow extended for approximately 100 kilometres, and several sections are accessible. After our 2 hour tour and tasty lunch, we pass by Mt Surprise (where Savannahlander train overnights) to Georgetown for overnight LD
Day 2 – Travel via Georgetown and the multi award winning, Terrestrial – the Ted Elliott Mineral Collection, the largest minerals collection in the world. We follow the Gulflander Railway line via the Gulf Development Road through Croydon which in goldrush days had 7000 people and 122 pubs. On to Normanton, and view the old Burns Philp store, and the 1870 railway history from the goldrush days, plus the hot artesian bore. Arriving Karumba on the edge of the Gulf of Carpentaria, we enjoy a sunset river cruise. Karumba is the base of the gulf Barramundi and prawning industry and home to many salt water crocodiles. Overnight Karumba BL – Dinner at own expense in local restaurant – great fresh fish and prawns here and very reasonable price !
Days 3 & 4 – Today we surely see flocks of Brolgas on our way to Burke and Wills last camp 119 near Burketown. Travelling westward and parallel to the coastline of the Gulf of Carpentaria in this spectacular savannah country, we cross numerous rivers including the Leichardt River, named after Ludwig Leichardt who walked this country in 1845. We check out the Leichardt Falls before travelling across the “Plains of Promise” named when H M Brig Beagle (the famous ship which had carried Charles Darwin on his voyage) visited here in 1841. Enjoy a break in the frontier town of Burketown, named after Burke of the Burke and Wills Expedition of 1860 who reached the gulf near here in February 1861. Burketown was established in 1865 to service new pastoral holdings established in the region.We arrive at Lawn Hill National Park, (now Boodjamulla National Park) Adel’s Grove (2 nights), and walk, canoe or swim in the beautiful lagoon with waterfalls. Visit the amazing Riversleigh Dinosaur Fossil Field. Overnight Adels Grove BLD
Day 5. We travel by the large Aboriginal community of Doomadgee, then Hells gate where police were stationed to provide escorts for settlers to the escarpments of Hell’s Gate, beyond which the Aboriginals were considered fierce. Hells Gate is the routes most western settlement in Queensland and now is a popular stopover with a grassy oasis and refreshments, nearby Aboriginal rock art and caves. We travel via Westmoreland (uranium deposits) and enter the Northern Territory, passing the Redbank (copper) Mine and arrive at Borroloola for overnight. BLD
Day 6. Borroloola is now a popular fishing destination. Population is around 800 (about 200 whitefellas and 600 Aboriginal), with Aborigines living in camps around the town. Borroloola has some very different Aboriginal cultures ie the Yanyuwa and Mara are ‘saltwater people’ from the nearby islands while the Kurdanji and Karawa people are ‘mainland people’. We visit Caranbirini Nature Reserve to walk amongst the Lost City through sandstone towers overlooking a billabong and across the escarpment country of the Gulf Region. Optional helicopter flight over the Lost City. The Lost City can this morning be explored by helicopter from base at the Heartbreak Hotel at Cape Crawford, with an amazing 15 or optional 30 minute flight over these ancient sandstone pillars, formed when all this area was underwater Arrive Daly Waters famous pub for overnight. BLD
Day 7 – We take a short tour of the WWII airbase and aircraft hanger at Daly Waters – with a fascinating historic display of WWII equipment, aircraft images and life here at that time. Onwards for a swim at Mataranka Hot Springs and connect with the famous classic outback Australian story of “We of the Never Never” and Elsey’s homestead from the film. Onward via Katherine then Darwin for overnight BLD
Day 8 – A free day to celebrate your journey. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and the many sights or activities Darwin has to offer. Options include a trip to Kakadu or Litchfield National Parks, or simply shop or relax in Darwin’s balmy climate. Tour ends after breakfast. Home Flights depart from Darwin or consider travelling with us to Alice Springswith options including Kakadu, Katherine Gorge (optional), Lost City & Devils Marbles. B
Day 8 — Optionally tour by Kakadu National Park for 1 or 2 nights from Katherine, or do Kakadu in a day or more from Darwin. Ask for details.
8 days Accommodated or Camping or a combination available- select when booking
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You can join a small private group in on a luxury 4WD tour and explore the Hunter Valley, Watagan Forests, Wollombi, Broke, Aboriginal and pioneer history of the region. Your tour includes Wine tasting, Spectacular Scenic Circle route, Wildlife, Convict and Pioneer Village and History, Cheese, Chocolate and Champagne tasting.
Travel in your private group or a small group of like minded explorers and visit major and boutique wineries in historic Wollombi village and the famous Hunter Valley. Travel the land pioneered by the O’Neill family, early wine and tobacco growers from the 1860s.
- Travel the Aboriginal trading route and song line via scenic bush and the convict built Old Northern Road.
- Learn of Aboriginal tribes of the region and there way of life
- Visit historic villages of the 1830’s and savour the life of the early settlers and convicts.
- Includes wine tastings at 3 – 4 (or more) wineries
- Enjoy tea/coffee in the beautiful Wollombi Valley … and share the history of the “locals”.
- Fine Australian wines and delicious lunch
- Lunch in the vineyards – Add a 2 course gourmet lunch ($40 ), purchase own from café $5 – 30 or bring a picnic.
- Hunter Valley Gardens as an option from wine tasting
- Cheese and Chocolate tastings included – Champagne tasting option.
1⁄2 day tour – (4 hours or 2 or more days available — Please ask
Hotel pick-up and return.
Overnight options available … a great escape in this beautiful and rich river country by Wollomi / Yengo National Parks
Tour Code: HVW1 – Depart Sydney city approximately 8:00 am return approx 6:00pm. Lunch own purchase (many options) includes morning tea and wine tasting stops
4 Day Sydney to Outback NSW via Jenolan Caves Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Tours with Hill End & Mudgee NSW Tours
Jenolan Caves Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Tours Includes Jenolan Caves underground tour, 3 nights’ accommodation (based on double or twin share), morning teas, 4 lunches, 3 breakfasts. All fees, professional guide, luxury 4WD transport (Toyota Landcruiser or similar). Add an extra night to your 3 day tour above with a night in the Hunter Valley to relax & enjoy the history and wines or overnight in Port Stephens on Nelson Bay near Newcastle (with optional swim / surf or whale or dolphin watching cruise)
Day 1 – Jenolan Caves Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Tours Depart your Sydney hotel or accommodation at 730 am and enjoy the fresh early light and air of the spectacular Blue Mountains. Visit Katoomba, Leura, Echo Point, Three Sisters, Jamieson Valley (Grand Canyon) and Cliff Drive over Megalong Valley. Enjoy the spectacular view from Govett’s Leap near Blackheath, overlooking the Grosse Valley and spectacular Blue Gum Forest. Descent the 1500 metres of the Great Dividing Range to the western slopes, then down the scenic Jenolan Caves road for a cave tour or nature walk.
Jenolan Caves are the world’s oldest dated caves – over 340 million years old! They contain some of the world’s most spectacular calcite crystal formations, which since 1838 have entranced visitors. Regarded as Australia’s most outstanding cave system – with 11 spectacular show caves, multi-lingual self-guided tour, pure underground rivers and amazing formations – Jenolan Caves is among the finest and oldest cave systems in the world.
Jenolan Caves is in a huge nature reserve which forms part of the Blue Mountains World Heritage area. You can stroll along a choice of scenic bush tracks (from easy to strenuous), picnic at the Blue Lake, and in the quiet of the early morning or at dusk, see native animals and birds. On almost any day you can spot a platypus, and if overnighting, you are sure to see kangaroos. After a caves tour and nature walk, we enjoy a delicious meal at the local restaurant, before overnight at Caves House.
Day 2: After a healthy breakfast journey through the mountain region to the timber town of Oberon, then the scenic drive into Bathurst. Bathurst was home to New South Wales first big gold rush in the 1850s and became home to the Cobb & Co (stage) coach company, who ran the largest transport network in the world with 6,000 horses running daily. Enjoy a look at local history, and this truly pioneering country town before we “head for the hills” and back country via the quaint old gold mining town of Sofala. From here we wind our way along the bridle track following the Turon River, to Hill End.
Some history – In 1851, gold was discovered at Hill End, and by 1872, at the height of the great gold rush, the town was the largest inland settlement in NSW. With its museum displays and many preserved buildings, Hill End offers a fascinating insight into the 19th-century gold rush. This well-preserved, former Bathurst gold-mining town is set in an isolated valley surrounded by rugged mountains and gorges. The rugged scenery has inspired many renowned Australian painters, including Donald Friend and Russell Drysdale, who painted some of the finest Australian landscapes of the 20th century. In its heyday in the 1870s, Hill End had a population of 10,000 and boasted a kilometre of colourful shopfronts, including 28 pubs, an opium den and an oyster bar. Today you can take a self-guided tour of the gold-rush streetscape, go underground at the Bald Hill Mine or join a ‘fossicking’ tour and search for gold among mounds of old mine tailings.
Eastern Grey Kangaroos Hunter Valley TourTime here to enjoy the local history, before travelling back country trails, to arrive at Mudgee, and prosperous volcanic soil wine growing area. Enjoy a tasty lunch at a Winery in Mudgee and enjoy wine tasting at a premium local winery. We see wild kangaroos as we travel through dense forests and spectacular rock and mountain scenery to descend into the Upper HunterValley. Overnight Sandy Hollow or Denman.
Day 3: Travel through small rural towns on the Golden Highway, via some of Australia’s most prestigious thoroughbred horse studs, and cattle country. We visit the sacred Aboriginal “Biamme Cave” with a massive Aboriginal cave painting depicting the supreme Aboriginal creator spirit Biamme, with outstretched arms caring over his people. (Known as the “rope man” in the Pacific Islands. Learn of local Aboriginal history, and landmarks before we enjoy lunch at a scenic vineyard picnic area. We travel through Broke and the historic village of Wollombi (more wine tasting options) before arriving in the heart of the Lower Hunter Valley, Pokolbin. Lots of treats here including many boutique wineries, the Hunter Valley Gardens, Hunter Valley Chocolate Company, Cheese tasting and more. A local Wildlife park visit option is also available to ensure close encounters of the furry kind with koalas, kangaroos, wombats, Tasmanian Devils, crocodiles and more.
We see the vast coal mines of the Hunter Valley before our stop at some local wineries for wine tasting a full range of wines from various vineyards, and a delicious lunch. If willing, we can also visit the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company, a Cheese factory for cheese tasting and a fudge factory … mmm. Wildlife are waiting for us at a nearby wildlife park (closed Wednesdays). Here we can take a close up look and see most of the famous Ozzie wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, wombats, echidnas and native birds. Overnight Port Stephens / Nelson Bay.Nelson Bay
Day 4 – With an extra night added to your 3 day tour with a night & day to relax & enjoy the sun, surf, and sailing (optional extra) in Port Stephens Resort on Nelson Bay north of Newcastle with optional swim/surf or whale or dolphin watch cruise (extra cost). Enjoy a scenic walk through the bushland to Nelson Bay Headland in Tomaree National Park. After a full day we travel back to Sydney crossing the mighty & scenic Hawkesbury River, travelling back into the city via the leafy north shore suburbs, arriving approximately 6pm..
Tour includes all accommodation, morning teas, lunches, breakfasts. All fees, professional guide, luxury 4WD transport (Toyota Landcruiser or similar). Two dinners at own expense in local restaurant of your choice..Pilbara, Karijini National Park, Karratha & Marble Bar Tours from Broome or pickup in Port Hedland or Karratha (2nd day).
6 days Pilbara Karratha Karijini Tours from Broome including Karijini National Park in the Pilbara with Karratha & Marble Bar Tours from Broome, Port Hedland & Karratha – includes 3 days in Karijini National Park to explore amazing gorges, walks & waterholes & optional Tom Price or Newman mine tour, 1 night Port Hedland, Karratha, & Marble Bar, 3 days / 2 nights in Karijini National Parks. 6 days/5 nights from Broome return to Broome or exit Port Hedland – Fully catered, comfy camping or motel & Karijini Eco Retreat accommodated. Newman departure options – Please ask.
TAILORED TOURS AVAILABLE – If you prefer a different itinerary PLEASE ASK –
Email info@spiritsafaris.com or Call 1300 763 188
6 day Itinerary Highlights for Pilbara Karratha Karijini Tours from Broome include –
- 80 Mile Beach – drive on the beach, meet the locals and enjoy the many varied shells & corals Historic Cossack and famous Art Centre – West Australi’s first northern port & pearling area Burrup Rock Art – on Dampier Peninsula – complex figures and art around 30,000 years old
- Millstream – Chichester National Park – incl Python Pool and the paperbark springs walk at old Millstream Station by the Fortescue River
- 2 nights at Karijini Eco Retreat to explore Karijini National Park amazing wildflowers, gorges, walks & water holes & Hammersley Gorge, Oxer, Joffre, Fortescue, Hancock, Dales gorges, Fern & Circular Pools.
- Tom Price Mine Tour option or more time at Karijini
- Port Hedland docks – watch BHPs iron ore exports leave this massive port (southbound tour) or Marble Bar, Shay Gap & De Grey River crossing on Northbound tour
- Hammersley Iron / Rio Tinto Railway Road to Tom Price.
- Karratha / Dampier Rio Tinto port and LNG Plant visitors centre
- Hamersley Ranges
- Red Dog Memorial at Dampier
Details of Pilbara, Karijini, Karratha & Marble Bar Tours – 6 Days
Pilbara, Karijini National Park, Karratha & Marble Bar Tours from Broome or pickup in Port Hedland or Karratha (2nd day). Tour includes 3 days in Karijini National Park to explore amazing gorges, walks & waterholes & Tom Price or Whaleback Newman mine tour, nights in Port Hedland, Karratha, Marble Bar & Karijini Eco Retreat. Optionally arrive Broome the day before to enjoy Broome, a Cable Beach swim and dinosaur footprints at Gantheaume Point – needs low tide.
Day 1 - Tour commences from Broome Monday 8 am. We travel the Northern Highway through extensive cattle country to Port Hedland. Enroute enjoy a (short) walk on 80 Mile Beach. Visit the Port Hedland docks, exporting the worlds largest shipments of iron ore from BHPs railhead & storage facility. BLD
Day 2 – Travel over the De Grey River, and through this unique Pilbara landscape via Roebourne with its famous art exhibition and historic buildings, to Burrup rock art on the Dampier Archipelago to see unique rock art which is the World’s largest collection of petroglyphs, Visit the Red Dog memorial (the film star) and view the Rio Tinto / Hammersley Iron Railway & port facilities and Karratha beach before overnight in Karratha. BLD
Day 3 – We travel and picnic in Millstream National Park, on the banks of the Forteque River, and enjoy the paperbark springs walk at old Millstream Station. Travel through the Hamersley Ranges, via the special access Hamersley Iron / Rio Tinto Railway Road to Tom Price (lookout viewing and mine tour option) and overnight at Karijini Eco Retreat for 2 nights. BLD
Days 3, 4, 5 – Experience awesome gorges of Karijini National Park views, walks, waterfalls & swim options including at Oxer lookout, and Fortescue, Hancock, Dales, Red, Joffre and Knox Gorges, and Fern & Circular Pools. Optional Tom Price Rio Tinto Iron Ore mine tour available BLD
Day 5 – Depart Karijini late morning and travel the Great Northern Highway and 4WD back roads to Marble Bar & the Comet Gold Mine with gems and minerals displays. Overnight Marble Bar. Dinner at the geologists favourite Iron Clad Hotel BLD
Day 6 – Vist the Chinamans Pool and Marble Bar a rock formation across the Coongan River. The rock is actually Jasper (not marble) and creates a stunning backdrop. Geology enthusiasts will enjoy the spectacular outcrops and appreciate the chance to see some of the oldest Archaean Rocks in the world. We check out the highlights of this fascinating and once thriving town of Marble Bar, with the world record for the hottest town on the planet. Depart via Shay Gap with old mining history, with a tea stop at the mighty De Grey River, then on via Pardoo & Sandfire. Arrive Broome early evening or exit tour at Port Hedland (approx.11am) for flights or coach etc. Tour may run in reverse BL
The Tom Price Rio Tinto Mine – The Mount Tom price mine is owned by RioTinto / Hamersley Iron and operated by Pilbara iron. The mine was developed in 1966, and is a massive ore body eight kilometres long and more than one kilometre wide. In 2004 the mine moved over 45Mt of material and produced over 18Mt of iron ore.
Join us on this tour in the Pilbara to better understand Australia’s & your future !!! – Please ASK or Book Tour
The team at Spirit Safaris will get you there safely and swiftly, with plenty of time for fun and exploring these amazing places.Our modern Toyota Landcruiser 4WD vehicles means you travel in small private groups in comfort to access areas others can’t reach.
Pilbara, Karijini National Park, Karratha & Marble Bar Tours from Broome or pickup in Port Hedland or Karratha
6 days Pilbara Karratha Karijini Tours from Broome including Karijini National Park in the Pilbara with Karratha & Marble Bar Tours from Broome, Port Hedland & Karratha – includes 3 days in Karijini National Park to explore amazing gorges, walks & waterholes & optional Tom Price or Newman mine tour, 1 night Port Hedland, Karratha, & Marble Bar, 3 days / 2 nights in Karijini National Parks. 6 days/5 nights from Broome return to Broome or exit Port Hedland – Fully catered, and motel accommodated & Karijini Eco Retreat. Newman departure options – Please ask.
TAILORED TOURS AVAILABLE – If you prefer a different itinerary PLEASE ASK –
6 day Itinerary Highlights for Pilbara Karratha Karijini Tours from Broome include –
- 80 Mile Beach – drive on the beach, meet the locals and enjoy the many varied shells & corals Historic Cossack and famous Art Centre – West Australi’s first northern port & pearling area Burrup Rock Art – on Dampier Peninsula – complex figures and art around 30,000 years old
- Millstream – Chichester National Park – incl Python Pool and the paperbark springs walk at old Millstream Station by the Fortescue River
- 2 nights at Karijini Eco Retreat to explore Karijini National Park amazing wildflowers, gorges, walks & water holes & Hammersley Gorge, Oxer, Joffre, Fortescue, Hancock, Dales gorges, Fern & Circular Pools.
- Tom Price Mine Tour option or more time at Karijini
- Port Hedland docks – watch BHPs iron ore exports leave this massive port (southbound tour) or Marble Bar, Shay Gap & De Grey River crossing on Northbound tour
- Hammersley Iron / Rio Tinto Railway Road to Tom Price.
- Karratha / Dampier Rio Tinto port and LNG Plant visitors centre
- Hamersley Ranges
- Red Dog Memorial at Dampier
Details of Pilbara, Karijini, Karratha & Marble Bar Tours – 6 Days
Day 1 - Tour commences from Broome Monday 8 am. We travel the Northern Highway through extensive cattle country to Port Hedland. Enroute enjoy a (short) walk on 80 Mile Beach. Visit the Port Hedland docks, exporting the worlds largest shipments of iron ore from BHPs railhead & storage facility. BLD
Day 2 – Travel over the De Grey River, and through this unique Pilbara landscape via Roebourne with its famous art exhibition and historic buildings, to Burrup rock art on the Dampier Archipelago to see unique rock art which is the World’s largest collection of petroglyphs, Visit the Red Dog memorial (the film star) and view the Rio Tinto / Hammersley Iron Railway & port facilities and Karratha beach before overnight in Karratha. BLD
Day 3 – We travel and picnic in Millstream National Park, on the banks of the Forteque River, and enjoy the paperbark springs walk at old Millstream Station. Travel through the Hamersley Ranges, via the special access Hamersley Iron / Rio Tinto Railway Road to Tom Price (lookout viewing and mine tour option) and overnight at Karijini Eco Retreat (or alternative campground if unavailable) for 2 nights. BLD
Days 3, 4, 5 – Experience awesome gorges of Karijini National Park views, walks, waterfalls & swim options including at Oxer lookout, and Fortescue, Hancock, Dales, Red, Joffre and Knox Gorges, and Fern & Circular Pools. Optional Tom Price Rio Tinto Iron Ore mine tour available BLD
Day 5 – Depart Karijini late morning and travel the Great Northern Highway and 4WD back roads to Marble Bar & the Comet Gold Mine with gems and minerals displays. Overnight Marble Bar. Dinner at the geologists favourite Iron Clad Hotel BLD
Day 6 – Vist the Chinamans Pool and Marble Bar a rock formation across the Coongan River. The rock is actually Jasper (not marble) and creates a stunning backdrop. Geology enthusiasts will enjoy the spectacular outcrops and appreciate the chance to see some of the oldest Archaean Rocks in the world. We check out the highlights of this fascinating and once-thriving town of Marble Bar, with the world record for the hottest town on the planet. Depart via Shay Gap with old mining history, with a tea stop at the mighty De Grey River, then on via Pardoo & Sandfire. Arrive Broome early evening or exit tour at Port Hedland (approx.11am) for flights or coach etc. Tour may run in reverse BL
The Tom Price Rio Tinto Mine – The Mount Tom price mine is owned by RioTinto / Hamersley Iron and operated by Pilbara iron. The mine was developed in 1966, and is a massive ore body eight kilometres long and more than one kilometre wide. In 2004 the mine moved over 45Mt of material and produced over 18Mt of iron ore.
Join us on this tour in the Pilbara to better understand Australia’s & your future !!! – Please ASK or Book Tour
The team at Spirit Safaris will get you there safely and swiftly, with plenty of time for fun and exploring these amazing places. Our modern Toyota Landcruiser 4WD vehicles mean you travel in small private groups in comfort to access areas others can’t reach.
Accommodation at Karijini Eco Lodge and motels is included
Lake Eyre Tours Flights with Wilpena Pound Coober Pedy 4 DAYS via Flinders Ranges, Bunyeroo & Brachina Gorges, Sacred Canyon, Coober Pedy, William Creek. Including 1 Hour Flight over Lake Eyre and viewing Warburton Groove, lake shore visit and walk, Birdwatching and Lake Shore drive by 4WD, luxury 4WD transport.
Follow the Overland Telegraph Line & Old Ghan Railway Track and visit historic Coward Springs & Curdimurka Railway Sidings and history plus much more. Includes all fees, flight, meals, ensuite accommodated at Wilpena Pound, Marree (or William Creek) & Coober Pedy. Consider also the Wilpena Pound Flinders Ranges flight option. Tour Code LCP4. Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill or Melbourne
Our tours aim to show you the best this unique region has to offer, including the amazing mound springs, iconic landmarks and Ghan and pioneer history. Lately our travellers have been impressed with their Lake Eyre flight also incorporating the Painted Hills, a nearby desert region with awesome multi coloured ochre hills. This opportunity will be offered to your group on the tour and availability depends on a consensus to spend approximately half the flight time on Lake Eyre, and half on the Painted Hills.Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns
4 Day Lake Eyre Tours Flights — itinerary
Day 1 — From Adelaide city or airport we depart via spectacular mountain scenery adjacent the Southern Flinders Ranges. Travel via the rich wine producing region of the Clare Valley (wine tasting optional) and through the rich countryside of rural South Australia. Enjoy picturesque scenery, and rural town stops with lunch and morning tea. We have a picnic lunch in scenic Melrose at the base of Mt Remarkable and cross the Goyder Line before Quorn and Hawker, gateway to the Flinders Ranges. Enjoy Scenic views of the Elder, Druid & Heyson Ranges, and visit an ancient Aboriginal Rock art site at Arkaroo Rock (with artwork similar to recently discovered Warrantyi Rock Shelter). Here enjoy an easy short walk amongst the Cypress Pines into the gorge to view pecked rock art tens of thousands of years old. Returning to Wilpena Pound, we check in for the night for a cosy dinner with open fire place L,D
Day 2 — Enjoy an optional scenic flight before a scenic walk with the kangaroos and spectacular River Red Gums into Wilpena Pound, viewing unique flora, Old Hills Homestead. Then an optional hike up to Wangarra Hill lookout offering panoramic views of Wilpena Pound. Depart Wilpena Pound Resort and travel the fascinating Geological Trail through 800 million years of time via Brachina Gorge and Bunyeroo Gorge in the Flinders Ranges, viewing fossils including ancient stromatolites. Arrive at the old Ghan railway town of Parachilna and the famous Prairie Hotel, with tasty treats and exceptional Aboriginal art and jewellery for sale. We travel north here following the Heyson Range via Leigh Creek (viewing the massive open cut mine ow closed) via Copley and Lindhurst past the Strzelecki Track and into the desert. Stop for a look at the large and colourful ochre pits famous for trading ochre widely throughout Australia. Farina Arrive Marree for overnight. B,L,D
Day 3 – At Marree check out the ancient mosque and Old Ghan Railway history. Also the Lake Eyre Yacht Club and Birdsville Track. We follow the Oodnadatta Track Overland Telegraph Line & Old Ghan Railway Track and visit historic Coward Springs & Curdimurka Railway Sidings and the lookout at Lake Eyre South then the Mound Springs, natural springs bubbling up from the Artesian Basin. Visit the shores of Lake Eyre and connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalised by flooding rains. We visit creeks and water holes along the route which are favourite spots for birds (including brolgas, egrets, swans, ducks, waders, Herons and many more) and birdwatchers. Arrive historic William Creek on Anna Creek Station (Sidney Kidman’s largest cattle station) for a 1+ hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre. After our flight, we head back through the moon plains for Coober Pedy for overnight. This is a special sleep underground opportunity. B,L,D
Day 4 – Today we are heading south on the Stuart Highway via desert travel & salt lakes that let you appreciate the remote and vast outback. Witness modern “oasis” outback stations and transport roadhouses of this great Stuart Highway connecting Australia’s north and south. Visit Woomera and the “rocket park” collection of missiles launched from this unique location, the extensive Rocket Range Museum and view the infamous Detention Centre. Travel via Port Augusta, the powerhouse of Spencers Gulf and a cuppa by the water front, then on via rich rural lands of the Gulf of St Vincent to arrive, Adelaide this evening. Tour ends approx 7 pm. B,L
Lake Eyre Tours Flights with Wilpena Pound Coober Pedy Tour Inclusions -
- Fully accommodated (ensuites) and all meals included
- Small group luxury 4WD travel (usually 2 – 4 per 4WD vehicle) with professional and experienced driver / guide
- Scenic Flight over Lake Eyre — 1 hour flight with add on options as above and selectable in booking process
- All delicious meals, including vegetarian options
- Comfortable hotel / motel style ensuite accommodation
- All National Park entry and accommodation fees, airport or hotel pickup & return
- Contributions of tour price supports Outback Kids and Australian Wildlife Conservancy nature care programs.
Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour
This 3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour from Sydney gives you the real outback and country NSW experience plus Blue Mountains with Katoomba, Echo Point and Govetts Leap, wine tasting in Hunter Valley, and Mudgee wine and gold country.
Lightning Ridge Opals Tours
Sydney to Outback New South Wales ( NSW ) tour via Blue Mountains, Mudgee wines, Wollomi National Park, Warrumbungle Mountains, Lightning Ridge opals, hot springs, Mt Kaputar, Hunter Valley
- Wildlife in the wild. See koalas, emus, kangaroos, reptiles, wallabies, stunning native birds and much more
- Buy opal at traders prices from the source at Lightning Ridge
- Meet real Australian’s and local Aboriginal people in communities
- Other tour options include Broken Hill, Lake Mungo NP, Gundabooka National Park, Bourke
3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour
– itinerary
Day 1 – Depart your Sydney hotel or accommodation at 730 am and enjoy the fresh early light and air of the spectacular Blue Mountains. Visit Katoomba, Leura, Echo Point, Three Sisters, Jamieson Valley (Grand Canyon) and Cliff Drive over Megalong Valley before a morning tea at Govett’s Leap near Blackheath, overlooking the Grosse Valley and spectacular Blue Gum Forest in the Blue Mountains.
Descent the 1500 metres of the Great Dividing Range and from Pearson’s Lookout view the Blue Mountains region and Wollomi National Park in this World Heritage area. Enjoy a tasty lunch at a Winery in Mudgee and enjoy wine tasting. Travel on through old gold mining towns, and historic Gulgong – the town on the $10 note. Travel via Dunedoo to Coonabarabran for overnight.. Dine at own expense in town (numerous options) and consider a visit to the Sky Watch Observatory to view the night sky through their giant telescope. This area experiences some of the clearest skies in the world, hence the nearby Siding Springs Observatory. Enjoy motel style accommodation this evening.
Day 2: After a healthy breakfast see wild kangaroos and emus as we travel through Warrumbungle National Park. We take a short bushwalk to see the spectacular view of the Breadknife and surrounding mountains in this unique volcanic region. Consider a close-up visit to the large 3.9‑metre diameter optical telescope at the Anglo-Australian Telescope facility at Siding Springs in the Warrumbungles. Siding Spring Observatory houses over 60 telescopes from institutions across the world including, Korea, America, the UK, Poland, Hungary, Germany and Russia. Travel through rural grain producing towns, and see the innovative and large water tower and silo artworks Arrive Lightning Ridge, home to Australia’s beautiful black opal. Visit an underground mine and see how the mining community lives. Buy your opals direct from the Opal Cutters and Wholesalers at huge discounts to City prices.
Day 3: Depart Lightning Ridge for the 800 km return journey to Sydney via huge sheep stations and some of the largest fields of wheat and cotton in the world. Witness the majestic 1520 m high Mt Kaputar dominating this ancient volcanic landscape. Lunch in a “Country Pub”. Travel on through the Liverpool Ranges, and Scone, the heart of horse breeding country in Australia. Time permitting enjoy some wine tasting in the Hunter Valley before arrival in Sydney approximately 7:00 pm
Inclusions –
- Motel style en-suite accommodation
- All meals except 2 dinners own cost in restaurants
- Wine tastings
- Wild wildlife!!
- Discount opal buying
- Aboriginal art and real Aussie county folk
- National Parks entry fees.
- Tour price supports Outback Kids Fund & Nature Care projects.
BOOK HERE Or Call 0417 244 600 or 1300 763 188
1⁄2 day Sydney Northern Beaches, Bays and Rivers Tour by private luxury 4WD – includes scenic beaches and waterways, Wildlife, Aboriginal rock art sites, Kuringai Chase National Park.
Experience the Magic and Mystery of the Sydney bush and waterways, the wildlife, song lines and powerful Aboriginal rock art sites. Enjoy a real tea or coffee in the bush and the wonder and beauty of the northern beaches, scenic headlands, vast ocean views, and hideaway bays. Expand your awareness and nature connection. Fun, empowering and relaxing – includes luxury 4WD travel, afternoon tea/coffee and free souvenir.
Departs from your Northern Beaches accommodation or Manly, Sydney city hotel, or Milson’s Point/North Sydney, returns to your accommodation, city or Manly (or as arranged) to enable you to return to the city by Manly Ferry (40 minutes or 20 minutes by Jetcat) or stay a while in Manly.
Departs from your CBD hotel, OR Manly OR Northern Beaches: MORNING 8am ‑12 noon or AFTERNOON 1pm‑6:00pm
Call 1300 763 188 or 0417 244 600
- 4WD transport in small group (2−7) luxury air conditioned vehicles
- Delicious morning / afternoon tea.
- Experienced and professional local guide
All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. Should you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.
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Silo Art Trail Mungo NSW Outback Tours Sydney to Broken Hill 6 days
Our Silo Art Trail Mungo NSW Outback Tours Sydney to Broken Hill 6 days are small group adventures for people who love to connect with regional Australia and particularly regional and outback New South Wales. Our small group tours travel in Land Cruiser vehicles or we do have a comfortable minibus for up to 10 people
The Silo At Trail is transforming Australian regional towns. Join us on an adventure through rural Australia to witness these great masterpieces and the local hospitality.
Possible to Meet Lake Eyre to Alice Springs tour from Adelaide or Broken Hill OR Meet Cameron Corner Country tours
Options a day tour Mutawintji National Park for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.
Here is our 6 day tour Sydney to Broken Hill (or reverse option please ask)
Highlights – NSW Silo Art Trail Tours
- Portland Silo Art
- Parkes Radio Telescope – The Dish
- Canowindra – Age of Fishes Fossil Museum
- Grenfell Silo Art
- Weethalle Silo Art
- Hay – Shear Outback Centre
- Wentworth – Junction of the Darling & Murray Rivers + Megafauna Museum
- Mungo National Park & China Walls tour
- Menindee – Lakes & Burke & Wills Camp
- Broken Hill & Silverton
- Return optional tours or meets rail to Sydney or Adelaide
Following is our 6 day Silo Art Trail Mungo NSW Outback Tours Sydney to Broken Hill in outback regional New South Wales Sydney to Broken Hill – (reverse available) supporting regional communities and those that have been suffering through recent droughts and the bushfires – hope you can join us.
NOTE This tour also available as 12 days Sydney Broken Hill Sydney return via Tibooburra Bourke, Brewarinna Gundabooka, Macquarie Marshes — see https://spiritsafaris.rezdy.com/391372/nsw-outback-explorer-silo-art-corner-country-mungo-broken-hill-darling-river-bourke-sydney-return-12-days
Silo Art Trail Mungo NSW Outback Tours Sydney to Broken Hill 6 daysDay 1 – NSW Silo Art Trail tours take us through some lovely country towns and regional areas, and our 6 day tour from Sydney to Broken Hill includes the Portland silos at the old Cement Factory – beautiful artwork there on the cement works and symbolic of the restoration of the community in Portland exemplified by their site work and the wonderful annual art exhibition.
Moving on beyond Bathurst and the fascinating history of the gold rush and Cobb & Co coaches, then The Dish Exhibition centre at the giant CSIRO operated radiotelescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Overnight Parkes
Day 2 – We visit Canowindra and the Museum of Fishes – ancient fish fossils from this area that was once an inland sea. Then Cowra (and railway roundhouse for the keen). Onwards to the popular Grenfell Wheat silos completed in 2019 and then moving to the well-known Weetalle Silos. Driving West via Rankin Springs the country spreads and
the sky seems to get bigger as the sun sets over
the Hay Plains. Overnight Goolgowi LD
Day 3 – Shear Outback, Wine Tasting, Murray Darling Junction, Wentworth
Today we travel to Hay, one of Australia’s major wool growing areas, and a visit to the Shear Outback centre takes
to you into the rich life in the wool industry in early NSW. We’ll take
the backroad through saltbush plains, that are home to over 50 farming
families. Tiny villages are the social hub for many of the large outback
stations, where life can often be lonely. . Follow the Murray River to Trentham Estate,
a family-owned winery on the banks of the Murray River. Enjoy an
afternoon wine tasting by the river before we head to Wentworth. In the
late 1800’s Wentworth was the largest river port in Australia with over
400 boats plying the Murray and the Darling Rivers, which meet here.
Overnight Wentworth Meals: BLD
Day 4 – From Wentworth visit the junction of the Murray and Darling Rivers, Australia’s biggest river system and also visit Wentworth Pioneer Museum with life-size megafauna replicas from the local area including the cuddly 2‑metre high Diprotodons. Into the desert and Mungo National Park to explore this ancient lakebed environment. Here the stories of the regions from a local guide, and learn of the oldest known ritual burial in the world. Discover the Walls of China and megafauna history of the area, explore the ancient Willandra Lakes and the historic sheep station and large and impressive shearing shed that served the area for around 100 years. Overnight Mungo Lodge, Mungo National Park.
Day 5 – Travel the Darling River via Pooncarie, Menindee and Kinchega National Park. Explore the memorial to Burke & Wills camp on the lakeshore, and a haven for wetland birds. Into Broken Hill and dinner at famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.
Day 6 – Tour completes at 10 am after breakfast. You are free to explore many of the rich history and fascinating Broken Hill highlights (your choice) including Pro Hart Gallery, The Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Mutawintji National Park (extra optional cost) for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history.
Day 7 options – Explore Broken Hill in the morning then travel to Adelaide via Peterborough (railway history) Burra (old Copper mine tour) and tour completion
Silo Art Trail Mungo NSW Outback Tours Sydney to Broken Hill 6 days
All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. Should you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.
Inclusions –
- 6 days with 5 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation – twin share or single supplement available – see booking link
- Genuine small group tour vehicle – usually 4WD Landcruisers
- Professional Driver Guide
- All meals
- Wild wildlife!!
- National Parks entry fees.
- Tour price supports Outback Kids & AWC Nature Care projects.
Call 1300 763 188 or BOOK Here
Simpson Desert Tours from Adelaide return to Adelaide — 10 days
OPTION fly out Day 8
from Birdsville (Rex airlines) to Brisbane or other options.
Itinerary Details
Day 2 – You can check out the opals and fascinating Umoona underground museum before we head off into the desert to The Painted Hills including Mount Arckaringa — these Ochre coloured hills are a unique feature of this area. We arrrive Oodnadatta and have a cuppa at the famous Pink Roadhouse before visiting the Old Ghan Railway Museum full of wonderfull history of the establishment and operation of Oodnadatta and the railway. Oodnadatta was established on the Neales River in 1889 it was South Australia’s most northern railway town. It was a starting point for pioneering travellers heading north and a major railhead for cattle being walked down the northern stock routes. By 1893, Oodnadatta boasted a diverse population which included Afghans, Chinese & Europeans. We travel north from Oodnadatta following sections of the old Ghan Track and visit Pedirka Siding Ruins and the Old Dalhousie Springs Homestead.
We enter Witjira National Park and arrive at Dalhousie Springs, a vast area of natural springs outpouring from the Great Artesian Basin – Dalhousie Springs is a series of 60 natural artesian springs from the Great Artesian Basin. Swim option at Dalhousie Springs in 38 – 43 Deg C water. Enter the Simpson Desert Regional Reserve – Overnight camp here on the edge of the Simpson Desert. BLD
Day 3 – Heading into the Simpson Desert Regional Reserve we cross the floodplains of Spring Creek Delta moving into numerous salt lakes and higher sand dunes. We take a break at Purnie Bore before more of the French Line with spectacular views from the top and great feeling of humility and nurturing by nature within the dunes. We travel over and longitudinally between the sandhills. Great photo opportunities, maybe a dingo or two to see, sunsets and sunrises and wildflowers. Enjoy and evening campfire at our remote desert camp BLD
Day 4 – 6 – We cross more salt lakes and sand dunes, but also travel parallel to the dunes for a different perspective of the landscape. We visit the Approdinna Attora Knolls, high gypsum hills with a great lookout over the desert. We see remnants of other travellers and oil searches in the desert. Take a break at Poeppels Corner marking the meeting of QLD, NT & SA borders. Overnight under the stars in our remote camp.
Day 7 – We cross Eyre Creek and traverse the largest sandhill, Big Red is also known as Nappanerica Dune, on the western edge of Lake Nappanerica, and the eastern edge of The Simpson Desert. Overnight ensuite accommodation in Birdsville. BLD
Day 8– This morning, time to check out Birdsville and unquie features of this once bussling town which was a customs post for cattle heading down the track. Consider an optional flight over Lake Eyre, Goyder Lagoon & Simpson Desert. (book early). We visit the historic Burke and Wills camp tree by the Diamantina River After lunch we head past the famous Birdsville Race Track and down the Birdsville Track to Mungerannie for overnight. BLD
Day 9 – This morning we cross the Cooper Creek, and flood plain, visit old station ruins including Lake Harry. Arriving in Marree, explore this once thriving railway town that helped save Darwin during WWII with 56 trains per week ! Marree is at the junction of the Birdsville and Oodnadatta Tracks, and the path of the Great Northern Railway / Old Ghan for over 100 years, so lots of history here including Aboriginal museum and history, Tom Kruse (Outback Mailman from “Back of Beyond”) and Donald Campbells Bluebird story. Take an optional 1 or 2 hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre to see the Warburton Groove, the main inflow channel to Lake Eyre, Elliot Price Conservation Park, Halligan Bay, Lake Eyre South and the Marree Man (a 4 km long, giant engraving in the landscape). On return to base, we see some of the sights of Marree, this once thriving Ghan Railway town. Marree is caretaker for some interesting railway relics, plus the old mail truck used by legendary outback mailman Tom Kruse on the run from Marree to Birdsville. We visit the shores of Lake Eyre and Lake Eyre National Park and connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalised by recent flooding rains in a permanent waterhole. Overnight in Marree with a few yarns around the campfire or at the local pub. BLD
Day 10 – Today we visit the restored ruins of the old Ghan railway town of Farina, which once supported 300 people. We view the giant Leigh Creek coal mine (now closed), enjoy a break at the Quandong café at Copley and travel via old Ghan railway towns to Parachilna, and in the foothills of the Flinders Ranges to Hawker and picturesque mountain landscapes via the Pitchi Ritchi Pass to arrive in Adelaide around 6pm. BL
Simpson Desert Tours from Adelaide return to Adelaide — 10 days
OPTION fly out Day 8
from Birdsville (Rex airlines) to Brisbane or other options.
Itinerary Details
Day 2 – You can check out the opals and fascinating Umoona underground museum before we head off into the desert to The Painted Hills including Mount Arckaringa — these Ochre coloured hills are a unique feature of this area. We arrrive Oodnadatta and have a cuppa at the famous Pink Roadhouse before visiting the Old Ghan Railway Museum full of wonderfull history of the establishment and operation of Oodnadatta and the railway. Oodnadatta was established on the Neales River in 1889 it was South Australia’s most northern railway town. It was a starting point for pioneering travellers heading north and a major railhead for cattle being walked down the northern stock routes. By 1893, Oodnadatta boasted a diverse population which included Afghans, Chinese & Europeans. We travel north from Oodnadatta following sections of the old Ghan Track and visit Pedirka Siding Ruins and the Old Dalhousie Springs Homestead.
We enter Witjira National Park and arrive at Dalhousie Springs, a vast area of natural springs outpouring from the Great Artesian Basin – Dalhousie Springs is a series of 60 natural artesian springs from the Great Artesian Basin. Swim option at Dalhousie Springs in 38 – 43 Deg C water. Enter the Simpson Desert Regional Reserve – Overnight camp here on the edge of the Simpson Desert. BLD
Day 3 – Heading into the Simpson Desert Regional Reserve we cross the floodplains of Spring Creek Delta moving into numerous salt lakes and higher sand dunes. We take a break at Purnie Bore before more of the French Line with spectacular views from the top and great feeling of humility and nurturing by nature within the dunes. We travel over and longitudinally between the sandhills. Great photo opportunities, maybe a dingo or two to see, sunsets and sunrises and wildflowers. Enjoy and evening campfire at our remote desert camp BLD
Day 4 – 6 – We cross more salt lakes and sand dunes, but also travel parallel to the dunes for a different perspective of the landscape. We visit the Approdinna Attora Knolls, high gypsum hills with a great lookout over the desert. We see remnants of other travellers and oil searches in the desert. Take a break at Poeppels Corner marking the meeting of QLD, NT & SA borders. Overnight under the stars in our remote camp.
Day 7 – We cross Eyre Creek and traverse the largest sandhill, Big Red is also known as Nappanerica Dune, on the western edge of Lake Nappanerica, and the eastern edge of The Simpson Desert. Overnight ensuite accommodation in Birdsville. BLD
Day 8– This morning, time to check out Birdsville and unquie features of this once bussling town which was a customs post for cattle heading down the track. Consider an optional flight over Lake Eyre, Goyder Lagoon & Simpson Desert. (book early). We visit the historic Burke and Wills camp tree by the Diamantina River After lunch we head past the famous Birdsville Race Track and down the Birdsville Track to Mungerannie for overnight. BLD
Day 9 – This morning we cross the Cooper Creek, and flood plain, visit old station ruins including Lake Harry. Arriving in Marree, explore this once thriving railway town that helped save Darwin during WWII with 56 trains per week ! Marree is at the junction of the Birdsville and Oodnadatta Tracks, and the path of the Great Northern Railway / Old Ghan for over 100 years, so lots of history here including Aboriginal museum and history, Tom Kruse (Outback Mailman from “Back of Beyond”) and Donald Campbells Bluebird story. Take an optional 1 or 2 hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre to see the Warburton Groove, the main inflow channel to Lake Eyre, Elliot Price Conservation Park, Halligan Bay, Lake Eyre South and the Marree Man (a 4 km long, giant engraving in the landscape). On return to base, we see some of the sights of Marree, this once thriving Ghan Railway town. Marree is caretaker for some interesting railway relics, plus the old mail truck used by legendary outback mailman Tom Kruse on the run from Marree to Birdsville. We visit the shores of Lake Eyre and Lake Eyre National Park and connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalised by recent flooding rains in a permanent waterhole. Overnight in Marree with a few yarns around the campfire or at the local pub. BLD
Day 10 – Today we visit the restored ruins of the old Ghan railway town of Farina, which once supported 300 people. We view the giant Leigh Creek coal mine (now closed), enjoy a break at the Quandong café at Copley and travel via old Ghan railway towns to Parachilna, and in the foothills of the Flinders Ranges to Hawker and picturesque mountain landscapes via the Pitchi Ritchi Pass to arrive in Adelaide around 6pm. BL
Explore Tasmania’s West Coast Wilderness Tracks when you join this small private group Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours seeing the best of Tasmanian wilderness including Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Huon Valley, Tarkine Forest, Styx River Valley walk, Cradle Mountain (walks), Port Arthur, Hobart, Macquarie Harbour, Gordon, Franklin & King Rivers, West Coast Wilderness Railway, Burnie, Stanley & “The Nut”
Tours from Launceston (or Sydney / Melbourne other cities options)
Itinerary for 8 days tour shown below.
12 day Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours includes the 8 days PLUS 4 extra nights for –
- Tour through Central Plateau & Great Lake Conservation Areas, via Western Tiers
- Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise exploring the rugged coastline of Bruny Island in southern Tasmania.
- Strathgordon tour via Lake Pedder and Lake Gordon & Admansfield Conservation Area
- Fly to the Southwest World Heritage Area via South East Cape, to Melaleuca for a boat trip to Bathurst Harbour, Port Davey. See map
- Optional time for Mona Art Gallery and more
8 & 12 Day Tour – DAY 1: Tamar Valley – Liffey Falls – Launceston Liffey Falls
Arrive in Launceston (airport links from major cities) by 12:30 pm for an afternoon exploring Launceston, and the scenic Cataract Gorge Reserve plus Liffey Falls in the shadow of the Western Tiers mountain range. All meet at 6:00 pm in our Launceston hotel for Welcome Dinner this evening
DAY 2: Launceston – St Helens – Bicheno
Depart Launceston and head towards the north east coast via Scottsdale, call into Pyengana and visit St Columba Falls and the Pyengana Cheese Factory
Visit the coastal town of St Helens, then Binalong Bay and World Heritage Listed Bay of Fires for beach walk and stunning red rock photography
Explore the fishing village of Bicheno and the sea bird life at the fishing port of The Gulch
Meet the Little Penguins on a penguin parade from the local penguin colony
Overnight at Bicheno (B,L,D)
DAY 3: Bicheno- Swansea – Freycinet National Park – Hobart
• Explore the Freycinet National Park and the spectacular scenery and natural wonders of the World Heritage Listed area including Friendly Beaches, the Hazards and Wineglass Bay. Visit Cape Tourville Lighthouse and spot the Sea Lions on the nearby Nuggets Islands. Meet the cute little local Bennetts Wallaby, usually happy to greet visitors. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the beach at Honeymoon Bay with a wide view over Coles Bay and the Hazards
• On the scenic drive to Hobart call in for some tasty homemade ice-cream and fruit at Kate’s Berry Farm
• Visit Constitution Dock (Hobart waterfront) then check in to your 2 nights accommodation near the waterfront in Hobart (B,L,D)
DAY 4: Hobart – Port Arthur (or Mona, Bruny Island options) – Hobart
Begin the morning visiting Mount Wellington, towering 1271 metres over Hobart
Options available today include Mona Art Gallery (by boat up the Derwent River), Huon Valley & Southern tip drive, South West Cape with forests flight, Bruny Island cruise – please ask
For Bruny Island cruise we depart Hobart 745am for 45 mins to Kettering ferry at 9 am ferry then 35 min on Bruny for 11am cruise
OR we drive down the Tasman Peninsular, and see the Peninsula’s natural wonders – the Tessellated Pavement, Blow Hole, Devil’s Kitchen and Tasman Arch (all at Eaglehawk Neck) before arriving into Port Arthur. Here experience a guided tour, harbour cruise and access to the historic site and buildings
Return to Hobart for 2nd night in Hobart hotel (B – Lunch and dinner own costs)
DAY 5: Hobart – Styx Valley – Lake St Clair – Mt Field NP – Strahan
• If your tour has you in Hobart on a Saturday, enjoy a morning enjoy a stroll through Salamanca Markets area and experience some of Tasmania’s local produce, arts and crafts.
• Travel to New Norfolk and up the Derwent River Valley to head west to the Styx Valley Forest walk
• Marvel at these ancient and giant trees – some over 80 metres tall – the tallest in the world with the highest carbon density – recently threatened by logging
• Visit Mt Field National Park and the spectacular waterfall walks to famous and nearby Russell Falls then only 300 metres beyond the top of Russell Falls the beautiful Horseshoe Falls.
• Heading towards the west coast wilderness, we take a break and walk at scenic Lake St Clair. We visit the outstanding artistic creation and depiction of Tasmanian history in the wooden carved The Wall- in the Wilderness at Derwent Bridge
The Wall in the Wilderness — Artist Greg Duncan is creating a stunning sculpture at Derwent Bridge in the heart of Tasmania. The Wall in the Wilderness is a commemoration of those who helped shape the past and present of Tasmania’s central highlands. A work in progress, The Wall is being carved from three-metre high wooden panels. The carved panels will tell the history of the harsh Central Highlands region – beginning with the indigenous people, then to the pioneering timber harvesters, pastoralists, miners and Hydro workers.
We cross the Franklin River and check the wilderness lookout before driving through the bare hills of Queenstown and arriving into Strahan late afternoon on the scenic shores of Macquarie Harbour
• Buffet Dinner with delicious local seafood
Overnight Strahan Village, Strahan (B,L,D)
DAY 6: Strahan – Gordon River – Tarkine – Cradle Mountain
• Today you have the choice between a Gordon River Cruise or the West Coast Wilderness Railway. Both take you deep into Tasmania’s most stunning wilderness telling stories of the areas colourful history.
• OR from Strahan, take an optional extra cost helicopter flight and fly over the King and Franklin Gordon Wild Rivers, World Heritage Area, landing on the Gordon for a short walk amongst the Huon Pines near the river junctions where the Gordon River dam was going to be, but was stopped by environmental protests. On return explore and relax on the waterfront in Strahan.
• OR from Strahan there’s time to ride the steam train of the West Coast Wilderness Railway, (SEE VIDEO BELOW) a beautifully scenic and history filled journey through the forests, as we cross high bridges and climb steep grades through a narrow gorge and follow the route built by pioneers more than a century ago.
• We explore Strahan and surrounds including Henty Dunes and Ocean Beach to experience the Great Southern Ocean with no land mass west of here until Argentina. We depart the area via the historic mining town of a Zeehan. We take the ferry over the Pieman River then the dirt road from Corinna through the unique Tarkine Forest region to Savage River. We stop at the Heritage Mining town of Waratah to admire the waterfall in the middle of town and the old miner’s Stamper Mill, before arriving into Cradle Mountain.
• Tonight will include an optional tour ‘Devils@Cradle’, where you can watch Tasmanian Devils feed at night
• Dinner at Cradle Mountain
Overnight Cradle Mountain (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Cradle Mountain
This ancient glacial area is one of Tasmania’s highlights. Enjoy the unique climate and spectacular scenery with numerous walks, or just relax with our 2 nights in the Cradle Mountain Lodge.
Optional walks include …
• Crater Lake Walk – An excellent walk which takes you to the Crater Falls and a magical forest with pandini and sassafras trees. Discover the hidden glacial lake surrounded by 200 meter cliffs covered with fagus. Great views of Marion’s Lookout and Crater Lakes. Duration – 3 Hours Grade – Medium
• Marions Lookout Walk – This is a moderate grade walk with some steep sections, so a reasonable degree of fitness is desirable. On a clear day, this walk offers spectacular views of Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake. Duration – 3 Hours Grade – Medium to Hard
Overnight Cradle Mountain Château, Cradle Mountain (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Cradle Mountain – Arthur River – Stanley – The Nut – Burnie – Launceston
• After a tasty breakfast, we drive back into the Tarkine Forest region for quiet walks time in this amazing forest. Then travel via the west coast road to Arthur River with time at Couta Rocks and The Edge of the World at Gardiners Point. The ocean west of Tasmania is the longest uninterrupted expanse of ocean on the globe. From Argentina the currents sweep unimpeded more than halfway around the planet until they hit this point. Enjoy the quaint Tasmanian village of Arthur River Ocean then north to Stanley and the famous Nut, visiting Rocky Cape National Park & lighthouse. Returning along the northern coast road via Burnie and Penguin to Launceston.
• Return to Launceston for flights home approx 1900 hrs
• Optionally extend your stay in Tasmania for flights or ferry next day. (B, L)
Inclusions for Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours – 12 Days Tour :
- 11 nights 3 ½ – 5 star accommodation including breakfast daily
- All Dinners except 1 (including Welcome Dinner in Launceston)
- 8 lunches – 2 are own purchase in local markets, villages
- Entry to Port Arthur Historic site
- Gordon River Cruise included or West Coast Wilderness Railway (add $249)
- Airport, ferry or hotel pickup & return in Launceston or Devonport return to Hobart airport
- Small group travel in luxury 4WD
- National Park entry fees
- Professional guide/drivers
EXTRA in the 12 day tour
- Tour through Central Plateau & Great Lake Conservation Areas, via Western Tiers
- Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise exploring the rugged coastline of Bruny Island in southern Tasmania.
- Strathgordon tour via Lake Pedder and Lake Gordon & Admansfield Conservation Area
- Fly to the Southwest World Heritage Area via South East Cape, to Melaleuca for a boat trip to Bathurst Harbour, Port Davey. See map
- Optional time for Mona Art Gallery and more
Exclusions –
- 2 lunches (Port Arthur/Hobart, Strahan), alcohol,
- Fares to & from Launceston, Tasmania.
- Travel from Melbourne or Sydney available – Please ask.
Itinerary for 8 days tour shown 12 day tour includes the 8 days PLUS 4 extra nights and activities as above
Explore Tasmania’s Wilderness Tracks when you join this small private group Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours seeing the best of Tasmanian wilderness including Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Huon Valley, Cradle Mountain (walks), Port Arthur (or other options), Hobart, Macquarie Harbour, Gordon, Franklin & King Rivers, West Coast Wilderness Railway option, Burnie, Stanley & “The Nut”
Tours from Launceston (or Sydney / Melbourne other cities options)Explore Tasmania’s West Coast Wilderness Tracks when you join this small private group Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours seeing the best of Tasmanian wilderness including Freycinet National Park, Wineglass Bay, Huon Valley, Tarkine Forest, Styx River Valley walk, Cradle Mountain (walks), Port Arthur, Hobart, Macquarie Harbour, Gordon, Franklin & King Rivers, West Coast Wilderness Railway, Burnie, Stanley & “The Nut”Itinerary for 8 days tour shown below.Our 12 day Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours include the 8 days PLUS 4 extra nights for –
- Tour through Central Plateau & Great Lake Conservation Areas, via Western Tiers
- Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise exploring the rugged coastline of Bruny Island in southern Tasmania.
- Strathgordon tour via Lake Pedder and Lake Gordon & Admansfield Conservation Area
- Fly to the Southwest World Heritage Area via South East Cape, to Melaleuca for a boat trip to Bathurst Harbour, Port Davey.
- Optional time for Mona Art Gallery and more
8 & 12 Day Tour – DAY 1: Tamar Valley – Liffey Falls – Launceston Liffey Falls Arrive in Launceston (airport links from major cities) by 12:30 pm for an afternoon exploring Launceston, and the scenic Cataract Gorge Reserve plus Liffey Falls in the shadow of the Western Tiers mountain range. All meet at 6:00 pm in our Launceston hotel for Welcome Dinner this evening
DAY 2: Launceston – St Helens – BichenoDepart Launceston and head towards the north east coast via Scottsdale, call into Pyengana and visit St Columba Falls and the Pyengana Cheese FactoryVisit the coastal town of St Helens, then Binalong Bay and World Heritage Listed Bay of Fires for beach walk and stunning red rock photography
- Explore the fishing village of Bicheno and the sea bird life at the fishing port of The Gulch
- Meet the Little Penguins on a penguin parade from the local penguin colony
- Overnight at Bicheno (B,L,D)
DAY 3: Bicheno- Swansea – Freycinet National Park – Hobart• Explore the Freycinet National Park and the spectacular scenery and natural wonders of the World Heritage Listed area including Friendly Beaches, the Hazards and Wineglass Bay. Visit Cape Tourville Lighthouse and spot the Sea Lions on the nearby Nuggets Islands. Meet the cute little local Bennetts Wallaby, usually happy to greet visitors. Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch on the beach at Honeymoon Bay with a wide view over Coles Bay and the Hazards• On the scenic drive to Hobart call in for some tasty homemade ice-cream and fruit at Kate’s Berry Farm• Visit Constitution Dock (Hobart waterfront) then check in to your 2 nights accommodation near the waterfront in Hobart (B,L,D)
DAY 4: Hobart – Port Arthur (or Mona, Bruny Island options) – HobartBegin the morning visiting Mount Wellington, towering 1271 metres over HobartOptions available today include Mona Art Gallery (by boat up the Derwent River), Huon Valley & Southern tip drive, South West Cape with forests flight, Bruny Island cruise – please askFor Bruny Island cruise we depart Hobart 745am for 45 mins to Kettering ferry at 9 am ferry then 35 min on Bruny for 11am cruiseOR we drive down the Tasman Peninsular, and see the Peninsula’s natural wonders – the Tessellated Pavement, Blow Hole, Devil’s Kitchen and Tasman Arch (all at Eaglehawk Neck) before arriving into Port Arthur. Here experience a guided tour, harbour cruise and access to the historic site and buildingsReturn to Hobart for 2nd night in Hobart hotel (B – Lunch and dinner own costs)
DAY 5: Hobart – Styx Valley – Lake St Clair – Mt Field NP – Strahan• If your tour has you in Hobart on a Saturday, enjoy a morning enjoy a stroll through Salamanca Markets area and experience some of Tasmania’s local produce, arts and crafts.• Travel to New Norfolk and up the Derwent River Valley to head west to the Styx Valley Forest walk• Marvel at these ancient and giant trees – some over 80 metres tall – the tallest in the world with the highest carbon density – recently threatened by logging• Visit Mt Field National Park and the spectacular waterfall walks to famous and nearby Russell Falls then only 300 metres beyond the top of Russell Falls the beautiful Horseshoe Falls.• Heading towards the west coast wilderness, we take a break and walk at scenic Lake St Clair. Heading towards the west coast wilderness, we take a break and walk at scenic Lake St Clair. We visit the outstanding artistic creation and depiction of Tasmanian history in the wooden carved The Wall- in the Wilderness at Derwent Bridge
The Wall in the Wilderness — Artist Greg Duncan is creating a stunning sculpture at Derwent Bridge in the heart of Tasmania. The Wall in the Wilderness is a commemoration of those who helped shape the past and present of Tasmania’s central highlands. A work in progress, The Wall is being carved from three-metre high wooden panels. The carved panels will tell the history of the harsh Central Highlands region – beginning with the indigenous people, then to the pioneering timber harvesters, pastoralists, miners and Hydro workers.
We cross the Franklin River and check the wilderness lookout before driving through the bare hills of Queenstown and arriving into Strahan late afternoon on the scenic shores of Macquarie Harbour
• Buffet Dinner with delicious local seafoodOvernight Strahan Village, Strahan (B,L,D)
DAY 6: Strahan – Gordon River – Tarkine – Cradle Mountain• Today you have the choice between a Gordon River Cruise or the West Coast Wilderness Railway. Both take you deep into Tasmania’s most stunning wilderness telling stories of the areas colourful history.• OR from Strahan, take an optional extra cost helicopter flight and fly over the King and Franklin Gordon Wild Rivers, World Heritage Area, landing on the Gordon for a short walk amongst the Huon Pines near the river junctions where the Gordon River dam was going to be, but was stopped by environmental protests. On return explore and relax on the waterfront in Strahan.• OR from Strahan there’s time to ride the steam train of the West Coast Wilderness Railway, (SEE VIDEO BELOW) a beautifully scenic and history filled journey through the forests, as we cross high bridges and climb steep grades through a narrow gorge and follow the route built by pioneers more than a century ago.• We explore Strahan and surrounds including Henty Dunes and Ocean Beach to experience the Great Southern Ocean with no land mass west of here until Argentina. We depart the area via the historic mining town of a Zeehan. We take the ferry over the Pieman River then the dirt road from Corinna through the unique Tarkine Forest region to Savage River. We stop at the Heritage Mining town of Waratah to admire the waterfall in the middle of town and the old miner’s Stamper Mill, before arriving into Cradle Mountain.• Tonight will include an optional tour ‘Devils@Cradle’, where you can watch Tasmanian Devils feed at night• Dinner at Cradle MountainOvernight Cradle Mountain (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Cradle MountainThis ancient glacial area is one of Tasmania’s highlights. Enjoy the unique climate and spectacular scenery with numerous walks, or just relax with our 2 nights in the Cradle Mountain Lodge.• Dove Lake Circuit Walk – A fairly easy grade makes this walk suitable for all ages and fitness levels, focusing on Cradle Mountain, temperate rainforests and sub alpine plant communities.
See Cradle Mountain in all its glory and learn about the action of past glaciers on the landscape.
Optional walks include …
Duration – 3 Hours Grade – Easy• Crater Lake Walk – An excellent walk which takes you to the Crater Falls and a magical forest with pandini and sassafras trees. Discover the hidden glacial lake surrounded by 200 meter cliffs covered with fagus. Great views of Marion’s Lookout and Crater Lakes.
Duration – 3 Hours Grade – Medium• Marions Lookout Walk – This is a moderate grade walk with some steep sections, so a reasonable degree of fitness is desirable. On a clear day, this walk offers spectacular views of Cradle Mountain and Dove Lake. Duration – 3 Hours Grade – Medium to Hard Overnight Cradle Mountain Château, Cradle Mountain (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Cradle Mountain – Arthur River – Stanley – The Nut – Burnie – Launceston• After a tasty breakfast, we drive back into the Tarkine Forest region for quiet walks time in this amazing forest. Then travel via the west coast road to Arthur River with time at Couta Rocks and The Edge of the World at Gardiners Point. The ocean west of Tasmania is the longest uninterrupted expanse of ocean on the globe. From Argentina the currents sweep unimpeded more than halfway around the planet until they hit this point. Enjoy the quaint Tasmanian village of Arthur River Ocean then north to Stanley and the famous Nut, visiting Rocky Cape National Park & lighthouse. Returning along the northern coast road via Burnie and Penguin to Launceston.• Return to Launceston for flights home approx 1900 hrs• Optionally extend your stay in Tasmania for flights or ferry next day. (B, L)
Inclusions for Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours – 8 Days Tour :
- 7 nights 3 ½ – 5 star accommodation including breakfast daily
- All Dinners except 1
- 5 lunches – 2 are own purchase in local markets, villages
- Entry to Port Arthur Historic site
- Gordon River Cruise included or West Coast Wilderness Railway (add $230)
- Airport, ferry or hotel pickup & return in Launceston
- Small group travel in luxury 4WD
- National Park entry fees
- Professional guide/drivers
12 day Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours includes the 8 days PLUS 4 extra nights for –
- Tour through Central Plateau & Great Lake Conservation Areas, via Western Tiers
- Bruny Island Wilderness Cruise exploring the rugged coastline of Bruny Island in southern Tasmania.
- Strathgordon tour via Lake Pedder and Lake Gordon & Admansfield Conservation Area
- Fly to the Southwest World Heritage Area via South East Cape, to Melaleuca for a boat trip to Bathurst Harbour, Port Davey.
- Optional time for Mona Art Gallery and more
Exclusions – 2 lunches (Port Arthur/Hobart, Strahan), alcohol, fares to & from Launceston, Tasmania.Travel from Melbourne or Sydney available – Please ask.Itinerary for 8 days tour show below. 12 day tour includes the 8 days PLUS 4 extra nights for tours listed8 days Departs and Returns to/from Launceston
One Day Vision Vitality Quest
This program gives you expanded awareness and vitality from connecting deeply with your nature, your self, and your networks.
“To Succeed in the New Economy We Must Operate by the Principles of the Rainforest” … says Mr Tachi Kiuchi – Former CEO of Mitsubishi Electric & Future 500 USA
Guided by Richard T. O’Neill BE, FAIM a business professional with over 33 years international experience in corporates, SMEs and government, as business owner, business planner, consultant, coach and mentor, you will see how you and your business can add so much more value in this 1⁄2 day outdoor journey in nature, with powerful processes for Vision & Values clarity.
Here’s What People say …
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- “I saw the importance of my role in my company & how I can add so much more value” – Manager
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Imagine …. Fun, Energy, Empowerment, Adventure & Learning experiencing the creative environment of Nature, at high energy places, in powerful forests …..
Connect & Create with new levels of Your & Your team’s Identity, Creativity & Power with new awareness & understandings from the Nature of this ancient land ….
Join a small group and treat yourself to this special Vision Vitality Quest for Business – half day experience, including –- Connect & Communicate with Expanded Awareness – Auditory, Visual, Kinesthetic… and connecting via songlines.
- Power & Energy from Centring & Grounding of your body’s electrical systems – Implementing 8 Action Steps
- Nature’s Principles for Thriving Success … Practical tools for easy implementation
- New Understandings of – Vision, Values, Power, Purpose, Passion & Path, Identity, Clarity, Focus, Intention, Cycles
- A short bush walk to relax & personal tools for expanding awareness and self & team mastery
- Adding Higher Value with Balance in the market – Conscious conversation
- Evolution Insights, Ancient Wisdom & tools to empower Your Relationships & Business !
- Includes Vision Results follow up, Network Group, and Mastermind & Personal Coaching opportunities
- Tasty snacks, WorkSheets & Transport to the learning site.
You will learn and experience these principles and more. Presented by Richard T. O’Neill BE, FAIM …… Richard delivers an engineers practicality, scientific logic, ancient wisdom and creative synergy to produce extra-ordinary outcomes.
Join a mixed group, or form your own. Vision Vitality Quest is available in Sydney and other areas on request. Part and full day or tailored programs also available.
Departs North Sydney 10:00 am — return approx. 5:30 — 6 pm. Details provided when booked. Ask about departures from other locations or cities.
Join a mixed group, or form your own. Vision Vitality Quest for Business is available in Sydney and other areas on request and includes light snacks, workbook and transport. Part and full day or tailored programs at other locations also available. Also extended programs – Please ask
Call for Vision Vitality Quest for Business – 1 day experience details or to tailor a program to your needs, or register your interest for next date – 0417 244 600 email info at spiritsafaris.comGeneral Terms & Conditions
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