10 day Adelaide to Alice Springs 4WD Expedition
Additional Information
$200 land contents fee is payable upon departure.
- Included in price:
- All meals. Swags. Park Entrances.
- Able to be purchased/hired:
- Sleeping bag $20 payable upon departure. Flynets (can be purchased for $8)
- What to bring:
- You need to bring the following: * broad brimmed hat * sunscreen * insect repellant * sleeping bag (can be hired for A$20.00) * flynets (can be purchased for $8) * small torch or flashlight * swimming clothes * personal belongings * water bottle * sturdy walking shoes In winter you will also need to bring the following: * warm woolly hat * warm woollen gloves * warm jacket
- Fitness level required:
- Medium
- Child policies:
- Not suitable for children under 12. All passengers must be able to help with cooking, camp set up etc.
- Departure points:
- Adelaide, South Australia
- Departure time:
-
6:30 AM Mon, Thu
- Pickup/departure instructions:
- Pick up at 6.30am from outside your Adelaide City accommodation.
- Duration:
- 10 days
- May/Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
The above prices include $200.00 per person, which is payable direct to the operator on the day of travel.
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- Operator
- Heading Bush Outback Adventures
- Destinations
- Ayers Rock (Uluru), Alice Springs, Flinders Ranges, Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Oodnadatta Track, Coober Pedy, West MacDonnell Ranges, Kings Canyon, Wilpena Pound and Simpson Desert, Dalhousie Hot Springs
- Departs From
- Adelaide
Tour Description
Days 1 & 2: Pick up 6.30am from your hostel then head north towards the magnificent Flinders Ranges. Enjoy a camel ride into your first camp where you will be joined by local Aboriginal Elders around the campfire. This is the beginning of your journey into understanding and respecting the Adnyamathanha and other Aboriginal people of our ancient land. You spend the next day in the spectacular Flinders Ranges allowing us time to bush walk and explore Wilpena Pound, Aboriginal art sites and many beautiful gorges. Explore the famous Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges known as the”Corridors through Time“.
Day 3: Travel the famous Oodnadatta track following the historic route of
the Cameleers and the Old Ghan Railway. Visit Marree and spend time with
Aboriginal elders. Cross the dingo fence and check out Lake Eyre. Have a dip in
thermal springs; enjoy a cold beer at William Creek, a real bush pub. Population 2.
Day 4: Coober Pedy tour, go underground on our mine tour. Fossick for opal.
Meet the locals who live in underground houses in the middle of the outback.
Days 5 & 6: Explore and experience some of the most remote areas on earth, including
the Painted and Simpson Deserts. Red sand hill country. Swim at night at Dalhousie
Hot Springs (winter only). Camp in Australia’s red Centre.
Days 7 & 8: Arrive at Uluru (Ayers Rock) in time to marvel at the magnificent
sunset. Spending 2 days in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park gives us time to fully
appreciate the Aboriginal culture and spiritual meaning this area has to the
traditional owners. Join our guided walk around the base of Uluru & visit the
Cultural Centre. Bushwalk through the Valley of the Winds in the Olgas.
Days 9 & 10: Kings Canyon. Enjoy a 3 – 4 hour guided walk around the
gorges and rugged valleys descending to the Garden of Eden waterhole. Last
day hike, swim and relax in the beautiful Western MacDonnell Ranges.
NOW YOU CAN TELL YOUR FRIENDS YOU HAVE SEEN THE REAL OUTBACK!
Prices & Availability
Prices for 24 May 2012.
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Tour
10 day Adelaide to Alice Springs 4WD Expedition
Rates
| HOT DEAL | Adult | Child | Family | Pensioner |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | $1,695.00 | $1,695.00 | – | $1,695.00 |
| Pay Now | $1,495.00 | $1,495.00 | – | $1,495.00 |
Pay Later  |
$200.00 | $200.00 | – | $200.00 |
Adult:
WAS: $1795 + $0.00
NOW: $1495.00 + $200.00
Child:
WAS: $1,795.00 + $200.00
NOW: $1,495.00 + $200.00
Family:
$0.00
Pensioner:
WAS: $1,795.00 + $200.00
NOW: $1495.00 + $200.00