As we are camping you will need to be prepared for this. You'll need to bring a flashlight (torch), hat (wide brimmed best), sunscreen, insect repellant, a fly net (summer), any required medication, water bottle (at least 1.5 litres), walking shoes/boots (we do a lot of walking/climbing), warm clothing (winter), sleeping bag, toiletries, swim wear, towel, camera, extra film and a great sense of humour; Travel Voucher/Ticket, BYO wine or beer. Space is limited, please bring only one small bag per person. Ask at reception of your accommodation for excess baggage storage.

Oak Valley Aboriginal Community, Hugh River Stock Route. Owen Springs Reserve. Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen, View Gosse Bluff (Comet Crater), Hermannsburg, Finke River, Palm Valley, Alice Springs

Day 1 (Lunch, Dinner)

(Lunch, Dinner)

The day starts early as we pick you up from your accommodation at about 5.45am to finalise ticketing and then get on the road to begin our journey.

From here we head off to Oak Valley Aboriginal Community. We now spend the morning checking out the sights of Oak Valley including Rock Paintings and carvings with your Aboriginal Host. From here we head along the Hugh River stock route on and into Owen Springs Reserve 4 wheel driving along bush tracks through this old cattle station emerging at the west MacDonnell Ranges. The MacDonnell Ranges stretch for over 200km in length enabling us to explore some stunning gorges, refreshing waterholes and walks through a landscape unique to this part of the world. The day will be packed with information, swimming, short walks and time out to enjoy your surrounds.

Highlights included are Oak Valley Aboriginal Community, Hugh River Stock Route, Owen Springs Reserve, Ormiston Gorge and Glen Helen. Be on the watch for Rock Wallabies and other fauna that use the retreat of the rugged ranges as a safe haven. At the day’s end we set up our bush camp for a night under the stars situated on the Finke River, here we will cook dinner over the campfire and share a few tales and an ale around the fire in true outback style.

• Oak Valley Aboriginal Community
• Hugh River Stock Route
• Owen Springs Reserve
• Ormiston Gorge
• Glen Helen

Day 2.

Breakfast, Lunch)

Morning is at its best just as the sun starts to rise followed with a hearty breakfast and a fresh pot of coffee. After breaking camp we head off around Namatjira Drive stopping at Tyler’s Pass to view Gosse Bluff (comet crater) along the way. From this point it’s on towards Hermannsburg, an Historic Lutheran Mission established in 1877. On arrival at Hermannsburg we’ll visit the heritage precinct+ where we can explore the historic buildings and grounds whilst enjoying a cup of tea or coffee.

Departing Hermannsburg we lock in the hubs and 4wd into Palm Valley. After lunch we’ll go for a hike through this picturesque valley discovering some of its hidden treasures. After our hike it’s back into the vehicle and off home to Alice Springs. We will have you back at your accommodation around 6pm.

• View Gosse Bluff (Comet Crater)
• Hermannsberg
• Finke River
• Palm Valley
• Alice Springs

+ Cost additional to Wayoutback fare. If visiting Standley Chasm or the Precinct at Hermannsburg, entry fee not included in fare.

Itinerary may change due to seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility.

Important Notes:
* Aboriginal Host may frequent tour whilst training
* Tour Itinerary may change due to seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility.
* Itinerary maybe reversed due to shorter daylight hours in winter months. Also Itinerary may change due to seasonal changes, operational logistics and accessibility.
* Some activities within Australia's National parks are dependant on the weather and observance of cultural traditions, therefore itineraries are subject to change.
* Tours are to remote areas and there is quite a lot of hiking involved over uneven ground. Passengers should be of reasonable health and fitness and be carrying all required medication.
* Full payment is required for this tour at the time of booking.

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As one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari, sightseeing, charter, tour and selfdrive specialists "Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals a Darwin Travel Agent License Number NT 094. Incorporating www.australia4tours.com, www.kakaduayersrocktours.com and www.australia4wheeldriverentals.com. We seek out tours from only experienced tour companies to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park.

From the tropical Top End to the spiritual heart of the Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife - then onto Adelaide and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia. Our experienced staff have collectively over 30 years in the travel industry will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers.

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As one of the Northern Territory's leading small group safari specialists "Australia 4 Wheel Drive Rentals"
(incorporating www.australia4tours.com), we seek out tours to some of Australia's most famous landmarks including Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kakadu National Park. From the sunny tropical Top End in it's dry and spectacular wet season's to the spiritual heart of the sandy Red Centre, from Aboriginal Culture to abundant wildlife and incredable flora - then onto Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane, Sydney and Cairns we have sourced an excellent range of tours for your next vacation in Australia.

Our experienced staff will help you discover the best of these unique and special tours offers across Australia with camping safaris to one day sight seeing coach trips, ecotourisim adventure camping safaris in Kakadu National Park and Uluru (Ayers Rock) from Alice Springs and Ayers Rock Resort (Uluru) in Northern Territory including learning about Aboriginal culture.