• 10 day 4WD camping expedition from Adelaide to Alice Springs with all meals, all accommodation and all touring (Please note, not included are National Park fees and service levy)
• Accommodation for 3 nights in hostel style rooms, in Alice Springs, breakfast, dinner and transfer to airport for return flight (other meals own expense)
• Flight back from Alice Springs to Adelaide or alternatively a two day express tour back to Adelaide with same vehicle

Flinders Ranges, Southern and Central

• We will pick you up from your accommodation in Adelaide at around 7.30am and head north to one of the oldest mountain ranges on earth, the magnificent Flinders Ranges. Start the afternoon with lunch at beautiful Alligator Gorge National Park, followed by a great 2-hour walk through the Gorge itself. Breathe the mountain air and relax with nature. After winding our way in the 4WD through the southern Flinders Ranges, it is off to an early camp in Warren Gorge. This spectacular conservation park is surrounded by towering mountain peaks. A peaceful evening is spent exploring the gorge which is home to the endangered Yellow Footed Rock Wallabies, and an abundance of bird life. Everybody helps to set up camp, roll out the swags and enjoy a wholesome meal, cooked on the camp fire. Fall asleep happy and be contented under millions of stars.
  Welcome to the outback of Australia.

• Awake to the friendly call of a kookaburra and marvel at the Australian bush. After breakfast, follow the mountain tracks north to an Aboriginal art site at Yourambulla Caves, and let our guide introduce you to the Aboriginal culture and history of the Flinders Ranges. The stories of the Andyamantha people of the Flinders are the beginning of your journey into learning and respecting the Aboriginal people of our ancient land. Spend the afternoon bush walking and photographing Wilpena Pound, one of the unique wonders of the world. Steer our way up and around the Pound on the dirt tracks, winding through this ancient and awe-inspiring mountain scenery. Set up camp in the huge Parachilna Gorge for the night. A sunset walk for views over the plains is a must before dinner.

• Leave the splendor of the rugged mountain scenery and head further north into the outback. A morning stop at the Bush Bakery at Copley for a fresh coffee and maybe a kangaroo or emu pie. Bush tucker made easy! Now it is time to hit the famous Oodnadatta track and follow the historic cameleer route and the old Ghan Railway, a constant reminder of our pioneering history. Further north to Marree for lunch and visit the Arabunna Aboriginal Centre, where we see aboriginal art and weapons, culture and local history. Next into the desert, crossing the dingo fence, onto Lake Eyre South, and cool off in a thermal waterhole at Coward Springs. Collect firewood. Old Ghan Railway sleepers make excellent cooking coals. Enjoy a nice cool beer at a real outback pub at William Creek, population 3. Set up camp in the red sand dunes on the world's largest cattle station.

• Sunrise in the dunes heralds a new day of wonder. Head into Coober Pedy, the famous opal capital of the world. Take a well-earned hot shower before touring this amazing place. We take you underground, and learn the techniques of mining and production. Stock up on provisions in Coober Pedy, ready for the Painted and Simpson Deserts. This afternoon, head northeast back to the Oodnadatta Track across dry river beds lined with Coolabah trees and onto the Painted Desert. Set up camp after a walk of a million views, and talk over the day and watch the sun go down as the huge desert red kangaroos bounce by.

• Morning at the Pink Roadhouse at Oodnadatta is an interesting coffee spot in the middle of nowhere. Wander through this old railway town and visit an outback school, and a hospital which is serviced by the Flying Doctor Service. Have a yarn with some local aboriginal people. Push north into the Simpson Desert and perhaps deliver mail and provisions to the remote cattle stations of Mt Sarah and Hamilton. 4WD over the red sand dunes of one of the most spectacular deserts in the world. Watch out for wild camels, horses, dingoes and wedge tail eagles. A swim and lunch at Eringa Waters. The waterholes are great spots for wildlife. At the end of the day we are at Dalhousie hot springs (winter only), where we swim by moonlight in this desert oasis, soak in the 30 degree thermal springs. Big fire, big dinner and into the swags.

Finke/Uluru

• Today we hit the track early and head to Finke, a traditional aboriginal community, restock with water, maybe get to meet some of the central desert aboriginal people who live in this remote settlement. Our journey then takes us past Lamberts Centre which is the geographical centre of Australia. Then it is the big one; Uluru (Ayres Rock). We will arrive in time for sunset over this spiritual monolith. This is the home of the Anungu, the traditional custodians and protectors of this sacred land.

Uluru

• This morning you are rewarded with a life long memory of watching sunrise over Uluru. We take you on a guided walk around the rock explaining to you the spiritual importance Uluru has to the aboriginal people. After the 9km hike we make our way to the Cultural Centre for lunch. Relax and learn the ways and listen to stories of Anungu through the displays and educational information.

Kata Tjuta – The Olgas

• This morning we head out to another sacred area for the Anungu and hike through the spectacular canyons and ancient rock formations of Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) Learn about some of the bush tucker that grows in this area and photograph some of the most beautiful scenery the desert has to offer. After lunch we travel on towards Watarrka National Park and set up camp in the red sand hills protected by the majestic desert oak trees.

Kings Canyon

• Regarded as one of the most rewarding walks of the tour, we spend approximately 5 hours exploring Kings Canyon. Trek to places like The Amphitheatre, and the Lost City. If it is hot enjoy a swim in the Garden of Eden water hole. You will be fascinated by the amazing colours and spectacular scenery. Spend the afternoon exploring the huge comet crater at Gosses Bluff, and perhaps search for the elusive Thorny Devil. If time permits we will visit such places as Hermannsburg and Palm Valley. At days end, we settle down for our last night together, camped in the centre of Australia. Roll out your swag in front of the fire and fall asleep under the desert sky.

Western MacDonnell Ranges/Alice Springs

• A well-earned sleep in today is the reward for our hardy outback explorers. We travel along the Western MacDonnell Ranges stopping at Glen Helen Gorge then Ormiston Gorge. Have a swim at Ellery Creek Big Hole or Simpson Gap before entering Alice Springs at around 5.00pm. Tonight it is time to get cleaned up, let your hair down and hit the town. The last ten days together, sharing this unique experience will leave you with an enormous sense of achievement. Our trips are led by experienced driver/guides who have a genuine interest in aboriginal history and culture.

• Arrival after the above Outback Expedition at your hostel in Alice Springs.
  Included: Accommodation in hostel-style rooms in Alice Springs and dinner. (Other meals own expense).

• Day at your own leisure and own expense in Alice Springs.
  Included: Accommodation in hostel-style rooms, breakfast and dinner. (Other meals own expense).

• Included: Return flight from Alice Springs to Adelaide, breakfast and transfer to airport for return flight.

• Alternatively two day express tour back to Adelaide with the same vehicle.
  Please note, this tour departs on Saturdays.

• One extra day at your own leisure and own expense in Alice Springs.
  Included: Accommodation in hostel-style rooms, breakfast and dinner. (Other meals own expense).

• You take the Stuart Highway back from Alice Springs to Adelaide. Overnight is in Coober Pedy, where you sleep underground.

• Included: Breakfast and accommodation in Coober Pedy
  Not included: Other meals and Linen (can be hired in Coober Pedy)

• Student price for above tour incl. return by plane from $1710.00 (AUD)
  Plus fuel levy and service levy of $120.00 (AUD) need to be paid to our driver on departure.

• Student price for above tour incl. return by vehicle from $1510.00 (AUD)
  Plus fuel levy and service levy of $140.00 (AUD) need to be paid to our driver on departure.