State: Northern Territory
Operator: Ossies Outback 4WD Tours
Minimum Price: AUD $ 645

Ossie’s has been offering Outback Experiences to travellers since 1993, initially on Horseback now by custom built 4WDs. Our aim is to offer Travellers to Central Australia the opportunity to experience the more remote outback areas surrounding Alice Springs. A genuine 4WD experience in a small group, nature & historically based format. Ideal for specific interest groups – photographers; artists; writers; bird watchers; field naturalists. Also well suited to anyone with a sense of adventure; love of nature and a desire to experience the essence of the remote outback areas surrounding Alice Springs & Central Australia. Experience the Red Sand Dunes, Mirages & Thermal Pools of the Simpson Desert away from the crowds. Marvel at the splendour of the icons Uluru, Kata Tjuta & Kings Canyon. Off road on the Tanami to Newhaven Bird Reserve with its diverse ecosystems & spectacular scenery. Meet Territorian Outback characters. Enjoy unique Aboriginal Bush Tucker and Cultural opportunities. For those short of time Spend an afternoon Four wheel Driving along Owen Springs station tracks & in the Hugh River where the Explorer John Stuart rode in 1860. Complete the day with Chicken & Champagne at Rainbow Valley for Sunset. Whether accommodated or camping we travel in comfort and cater accordingly as we travel on “Tracks less Traversed”.

Day 1 (L) 7.30am departure from Alice Springs. west along the MacDonnell Ranges to historic Hermannsburg ,to explore the 'old world' village that was once the home to Albert Namatjira and the Lutheran Missionaries. Morning Tea in the Tea Rooms will be a delight after you’ve taken in the incredible culture and history of this preserved precinct. Off the beaten Track as we engage 4WD and head into the Finke Gorge National Park. A great ‘hideaway’ called Boggy Hole provides some awesome scenery, unique bird watching and a place to swim at lunchtime. The rugged and beautiful river-scape of the Finke will carry us through to our connecting tracks to the days destination, Kings Canyon. Time to reflect over a cold drink on the days activities. Day 2 (L) You’ll need to charge your energy cells with a good breakfast to prepare yourself for the awesome Rim walk at Kings Canyon or the less strenuous Valley walk among Cycads. We continue Ossies’ format of 'Tracks less Traversed' on our way to Uluru (Ayers Rock). Ancient Desert Oaks (up to 800 years old) amongst beautiful Red Sand Hills along a track not known by modern travellers. Appreciate the solitude and quietness over our Lunch stop then continue to Uluru. At sunset you’ll enjoy chicken and sparkling wine as the desert sky says ‘goodnight’ to the ever photogenic and colour changing ‘Rock’. Day 3 (B, L) View Sunrise at Uluru, base walks or climb. Next stop Kata Tjuta (the Olgas) for walks and sight seeing. before departure to Alice Springs.

Notes:

Tour Code: 3D4J
Special Departure Dates: On application
Trip Duration: 3 days
Departs from: Alice Springs
Tour Ends: Alice Springs
Departure Time: 7.30 a.m
Return Time: 2.00 p.m
All Prices: 3D4J Budget Room at Kings Canyon x 1, Cabin Accommodation Yulara x 1. $645 plus National Park entry fee. 3D4J - 3.5 star plus Kings Canyon Rangeview x 1, The Lost Camel x 1. $1010 Twin share, $1380 Sole use plus National Park entry fee. 3D4J - 4.5 star Kings Canyon Deluxe room x 1, Desert Gardens Hotel Deluxe room x 1. $1110 Twin share, $1575 Sole use plus National Park entry fee.