This 3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour from Sydney gives you the real outback and country NSW experience plus the Blue Mountains with Katoomba, Echo Point and Govetts Leap, wine tasting in Hunter Valley, and Mudgee wine and gold country.

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Lightning Ridge Opals Tours

Sydney to Outback New South Wales ( NSW ) safari 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

Black Opals from Lightning Ridge New South Wales,  Outback NSW Tour

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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. See wild kangaroos and emus as we travel through Warrumbungle National Park. 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 travel through the Pilliga Scrub region on Backcountry roads. 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. Enjoy a swim in the healing waters of the hot Artesian spring baths. Overnight Lightning Ridge motel.

Day 3: Depart Lightning Ridge for the 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. Visit Mt Kaputar foothills and see an ancient and massive organ pipe lava flow (time permitting). 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 –

• Wine tastings
• Wild wildlife!!
• Discount opal buying
• Aboriginal art and real Aussie county folk
• National Parks entry fees.
• Visit to Aboriginal Art communities for “direct from artist” purchases.
• Proportion of tour price supports Outback Kids Fund & Nature Care projects.

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3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour

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Hunter Valley Vineyards	Biamme Aboriginal rock art in HunterValley	3 Sisters Blue Mountains National Park

 

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Sydney via Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley & Lightning Ridge Tour

Lightning Ridge Attractions …

The Lightning Ridge attractions are as varied and as unique as the colourful stone the miner’s search for. You are able to soak in the FREE hot and therapeutic gift of artesian water, experience mining or visit one of the unique collections and homes of the characters of the Ridge. Take a step back in time, or kill time fossicking – whatever you like, there is something to tickle everyone’s fancy.

Artesian Bore Baths
A trip to the Ridge would not be complete without a visit to the FREE Artesian Bore Baths. At the end of a hard day fossicking and exploring, there is nothing quite as therapeutic as a long soak in the naturally heated thermal baths. Allow the water to soothe your aches while you gaze at the starry night sky and enjoy the serenity. Bliss!
Opening Hours: 24 hours/all year round
Cost: FREE
Features: One large bathing pool and one small pool, Toilets/Showers
Location: Pandora Street, Lightning Ridge

Astronomer’s Monument
Take the time to browse this incredible feat of engineering and truly experience the eccentric mind of one of the Ridge’s late characters. The walls of this ‘concrete folly’ have been carefully and lovingly inscribed and you can journey through the mind of its creator and wonder…
Not open to the public – but stop and have a look and read about the builder on the front gate. (On the red car door tour).

Bevan’s Black Opal and Cactus Nursery
Said to be the largest display of old and rare cactus in southern hemisphere, this garden is a labor of love and well worth a look! Meet the only black opal mining cactus farmers in the world!
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm 7 days
Cost: $5 adults $2 children
Features: Hundreds of Cactus… Lightning Ridge Souvenirs and of course Black Opals

Black Queen
The Black Queen: Outstanding Outback Theatre… with a twist
Completely surprising. The Award Winning Black Queen is an inspiring collection of intertwining stories weaved together and told in a wonderfully mysterious way. Expect the unexpected.
Open daily March – Nov. Performances 9am, 1pm & 5pm or by appointment.
www.blackqueen.com.au

Bird of Paradise Art Gallery
Local artist, Paul Bird, established the Bird of Paradise Art Gallery in 1977. Paul enjoys the challenge of painting the unique Lightning Ridge landscape, reflecting the beautiful colours of opal Built by Paul, his large gallery/studio is situated on the deep 3-mile opal field, where visitors cannot only view paintings, but also fossick for opal on the nearby diggings.
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm daily
Features: Artworks, mining information, fossicking
Location: Deep 3-mile opal field 3kms from P.O.

Bottle House
A unique structure and an intriguing example of innovative architecture. Originally a miner’s camp, the Bottle House now houses an astonishing collection of artefacts and other items of interest.
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm 7 days
Cost: $5 adults, Children free
Features: Friendly Service and souvenirs
Location: 60 Opal Street, Lightning Ridge

Down to Earth Opals
Down to Earth Opals houses one of the best collections of solid Lightning Ridge opal anywhere in Australia. Their contemporary showroom is brimming with exquisite Opal jewellery hand made by a Master Goldsmith, original Aboriginal Art and stunning fashion jewellery.
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm seven days
Features: Spectacular Opal Display, Hand Made Jewellery, Aboriginal Art and Fashion Jewellery

Everything Opal
Located conveniently in the main street, this shop has something for everyone.
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm (Mon- Fri) 9am – 1pm (Saturday)
Features: Fine Jewellery, Opal Inlay, Unset Opals, sterling silver jewellery, body jewellery, souvenirs, diamond and gemstone jewellery, gold and silver chains and gifts
Location: 39 Morilla Street, Lightning Ridge

Fossicking Heap
Whether you are old hat or it is your first time – there is nothing more exciting than that first bit of colour appearing beneath your fingertips as you scratch through the seemingly endless piles of white opal dirt. Good Luck!
Opening Hours: Daylight to Dusk
Features: The lure of the big find!
Location: Lightning Ridge Visitor Information Centre

Garrawal Aboriginal Artifacts Shop
A fine collection of aboriginal art showcasing many works by local artists living in the region. Various other aboriginal artifacts also for sale.
Opening Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm (Mon – Fri)
Features: Aboriginal art, paintings, pottery, furniture and carved emu eggs.
Location: 29 Nobby Rd, Lightning Ridge

Graeme Anderson’s Gemopal Pottery
Opening Hours: By appointment only
Features: This mad hatter likes experimenting with local clays and materials and the results are truly fantastic.
Location: Cnr of Potch and Pandora Sts (on the Bore Baths road next to the Goondee.)

GGS Opals
Gerd is the local Master Goldsmith and is an outstanding craftsman. Call in and see his personal collection of work – or have him set your newly fossicked (or purchased) opal.
Opening Hours: 9am – 12.30 and 2pm – 5pm (Mon- Fri) 9am – 12.30pm (Saturday)
Features: Hand made and designed jewellery customised to your taste
Location: Morilla Street, Lightning Ridge

You can experience Aboriginal culture first hand at the Goondee Aboriginal Keeping Place. The centre showcases a collection of ancient Aboriginal tools and weapons used by tribes along the local inland rivers.

John Murray’s Art Gallery
You will be intrigued at the talent of local John Murray. His unique sense of humor and outback palette combines beautifully into some stunning and colourful masterpieces.
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm (Mon-Fri) 9am – 1pm (Sat-Sun)
Features: Original Artwork by John Murray
Location: Opal Street, Lightning Ridge

Kangaroo Hill
A life of collection has led to this quirky Lightning ridge icon. A fabulous display of rocks, minerals, shells, bottles and antiques will have you captivated for hours as will the FREE fossicking heap outside.
Opening Hours: 9.30am – 5pm except Sundays (Closed Christmas Day)
Cost: $4 adults 50c children (group prices available)
Features: 1 hour FREE fossicking, Rocks and Mineral Display, Shells, Bottles and Antique Display, Souvenirs for Sale
Location: top of Opal Street, Lightning Ridge

Lightning Ridge Arts and Crafts Association
Displaying and selling a wide range of locally-made arts and crafts.
Opening Hours: (volunteer hours) 10am – 2pm 7 days
Features: Local Art, Craft and Pottery – exhibition of local art
Location: Pandora Street, Lightning Ridge (on the road to the Bore Baths)

Lightning Ridge Historical Society and Heritage Cottage
1932 Miners’ cottage and 1915 Cottage Hospital Gallery. Historical displays books and crafts.
Opening Hours: open 3 days a week, or by appointment, Telone for details.
Cost: Donations accepted
Features: Local history, books and souvenirs
Location: 9 Morilla Street, Lightning Ridge

Lightning Ridge Opal and Fossil Centre
Meet face to face with a life like dinosaur or examine the unique opalised fossils on display at this significant centre. Show your support for Lightning Ridge’ s journey to develop a world class Opal and Fossil Centre on the Three Mile Opal Field.
Opening Hours: 10am – 4pm (Mon-Fri) or by appointment
Features: Lifelike dinosaur display and opalised fossil collection
Location: Morilla Street, Lightning Ridge

Lost Sea Opals
Feast your eyes on Lightning Ridge’s largest on display collection of opalised fossils – bones and plant material from an ancient inland sea. Also featuring stunning solid and inlay opal jewellery from the Lightning Ridge and the Boulder Opal Fields, this is a light and beautiful store.
Opening Hours: 8.30am – 6pm 7 days
Features: Display of opalised fossils, Stunning opal inlay jewellery, Silver jewellery, Boulder Opal jewellery, Solid Opal jewellery, Books
Location: Morilla Street, Lightning Ridge

Opal Cave
Lightning Ridge’s largest showroom. In the middle of town, opposite the Post Office. Created to look like an underground mine. We have the largest range of opal, jewellery, souvenirs, gifts, art and pottery.
Opening Hours: 8.30am – 5pm 7 days
Features: Rub and polish your own opal here! Also…Free Tour Guide for Coaches, Free Opal explanation. Opal Waterfall, Mineshaft with Underground miner. Booking Agent for Countrylink and Coach Companies
Location: Centre of town, Opposite Post Office, Morilla Street, Lightning Ridge

The 5 Star Olympic Pool and Water Theme Park operates during the summer months. The Olympic Pool is handy for keeping fit and the Water Theme park for keeping the kids entertained.

Walk in Mine
If you want an authentic underground experience, then the Walk in Mine is just the place. Here you can feel first hand what it’s like to go below the earth and dig for opal. Originally a working mine, the Walk in Mine is a myriad of shafts and ballrooms that have been restored so visitors can glimpse the life of an opal miner.
Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm seven days
Cost: starts from $5 adults $3 children (group packages available)
Features: Underground mining, Opal and Mining Information Talk video and opal and jewellery showroom
Location: Bald Hill Road, Lightning Ridge

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KIMBERLEY TOURS Broome Darwin Broome LAST MINUTE SPECIAL OFFERS

These KIMBERLEY TOURS Broome Darwin Broome LAST MINUTE SPECIAL OFFERS are available now for Gibb River Road travel – limited plcaes – email or call for details and special discount price

• June 23 – July 3 2018 – Kimberley Mitchell Falls Bungle Bungles & Rock Art Tour –  Broome to Broome  – 11 days with exceptional Rock Art, Bungle Bungles, El Questro plus Fitzroy Crossing with Geikie Gorge cruise on Fitzroy River, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Imitji, King Leopold Ranges, Galvans Gorge, Manning Gorge, Mt Barnett, Mt Elizabeth Station, Drysdale Station, Mitchell Falls, King Edward River rock art, El Questro, Zebedee Hot Springs, Bungle Bungles walks & optional flight.  Book Broome to Broome – accommodated or camping

• July 5 – 12 – Kimberley Broome to Darwin Tour 8 days / 7 nights via Gibb River Road from Broome via Fitzroy Crossing (Geike Gorge Cruise), Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Bell Gorge, Galvans Gorge, Barnett River, Mt Barnett, Mitchell Falls & west coast flight, Drysdale River Station, El Questro Wilderness Station, Home Valley Station, Zebedee Hot Springs, Bungle Bungles walk and flight, Kununurra, Katherine to Darwin (or Kununurra day prior) – Fully Accommodated or camping options. Tour Code KBD8

• July 12 – 23 – Kimberley Darwin to Broome – 12 days with Lake Argyle, Mitchell Falls, Bungle Bungles and the key places –  Darwin to Broome – please ask – accommodated or camping  – see https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley-broome-to-broome-mitchell-falls-11-day-tour/

KIMBERLEY TOURS Broome Darwin Broome LAST MINUTE SPECIAL OFFERS are available now for Gibb River Road travel – limited placaes – email or call for details and special discount price

These tours are still available – call us or email for latest details ….

Call me or email to Book Now and SAVE $180 per person – limited places that will not last

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Nullarbor Plains Whale Watching – Adelaide to Perth Tour

WILDFLOWERS, WAVE ROCK & WHALE WATCHING – Nullarbor Plains Whale Watching – Adelaide to Perth Tour + Head of Bight via Ceduna, Head of Great Australian Bight, Nullarbor Plain, Norseman, Hyden, Wave Rock, great wildflowers to Perth. Kalgoorlie & Broome options – please ask. Fully accommodated 4 day tour

Small group tours by luxury Landscruisers includes –

• Head of Bight SA whale watching
• Blowholes and Murrawijinie limestone Caves visits
• Overnight Nullarbor Roadhouse, plus Ceduna,
  Visit also – Pildappa Rock, Whyalla, Iron Knob ore mine
  Includes all meals and accommodation

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KIMBERLEY OUTBACK TOUR SPECIALS AND MORE 2018

Kimberley Outback Tour Specials and More 2018 shown below are still available and include these amazing tours below. Jump in now to secure your place- they wont last long –

You can Call us NOW for Details or to Book on 1300 763 188 or 0417 244 600

SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE $300 when you BOOK NOW before May 3

• May 2 – 8 or 12 – Gibson Great Sandy Desert Tours from Alice Springs to Newman or on to Broome – Gibson Great Sandy Desert Tours are remote area tours in the Western Deserts from Alice Springs via remote Aboriginal communities and art centres – Haasts Bluff, Papunya, Kintore, Kiwirrkurra, Kunawarritji to Marble Bar or Newman …then optional Karijini National Park and Karratha, Port Hedland to Broome – Details here – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/gibson-great-sandy-desert-tours

• May 14 – 25 – KIMBERLEY Broome to Broome or Broome to Kununurra then Darwin – 12 day rock art with Lake Argyle  – BOOKED OUT – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley-broome-to-broome-mitchell-falls-lake-argyle-12-day-tour/

• May 27 – June 2 – Broome to Kununurra with Darwin connection option. – includes 2 hour flight over Mitchell Falls and west coast – FULL

• June 3-10 – KIMBERLEY – DARWIN OR KUNUNURRA TO BROOME – does not travel full Gibb River rd. See https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley-kununurra-to-broome-lake-argyle-mitchell-falls-8-day-tour/

• Jun 11-21 – Kimberley Broome to Broome Mitchell Falls 11 Day Tour – 8 places – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley-broome-to-broome-mitchell-falls-11-day-tour/

• Jun 11-22 – Kimberley Broome to Broome Mitchell Falls 12 Day Tour – 
• https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley-broome-to-broome-mitchell-falls-lake-argyle-12-day-tour/

• June 11- 6 or 7 days 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 accommodated. Newman departure options

 

• June 16  + June 11 – Broome to Broome – ASK RE LATEST DATES – 6 days excludes Exmouth includes overnights at Port Hedland 1 Night, Karratha 1 N, Karijini Eco Retreat 2N, Marble Bar 1 Night  – Details Click here

• June 11 – 17 – South Bound – Broome to Exmouth – 7 Days – starts 8 am, completes 10 am morning of last day and includes overnights at Port Hedland 1 Night, Karratha 1 N, Karijini Eco Retreat 2N,  Exmouth 2 Nights

• June 15-21 – Northbound – Exmouth to Broome – 7 days – check in from 3, starts 4 pm completes 6 pm last day includes Exmouth 2 Nights, Karratha 1N, Karijini Eco Retreat 2N, Marble Bar 1N

• July 5 – 11 – Kimberley Broome to Darwin or Kununurra – 8 days https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley_broome_darwin_tours8/

• July 12-22 – Kimberley Darwin to Broome – Mitchell Falls 11 Day Tour – 8 places https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley-darwin-broome-mitchell-falls-tours-11-days

• July 12 – 23 – Kimberley Darwin to Broome Mitchell Falls Lake Argyle 12 Day Tour – This Kimberley Darwin to Broome Mitchell Falls Lake Argyle 12 Day Tour via Mitchell Plateau, Mitchell Falls, Bungle Bungles, El Questro plus Fitzroy Crossing with Geikie Gorge cruise on Fitzroy River, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek, Imitji, King Leopold Ranges, Galvans Gorge, Manning Gorge, Mt Barnett, Mt Elizabeth Station, Drysdale Station, Mitchell Falls, King Edward River rock art, El Questro, Zebedee Hot Springs, Bungle Bungles walks & optional heli flight. Opportunity to meet Aboriginal elders and artists, visit Wandjina and Bradshaw rock art sites, swim in pristine waterholes on this Gibb River Road tour. Fully accommodated or camping options. Tour Code KDB12 (Darwin to Broome). https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley-darwin-to-broome-mitchell-falls-lake-argyle-12-day-tour/

Canning Stock Route Tours from Broome, Darwin, Kununurra, Halls Creek, Perth, Alice Springs

• July 23 – August 6 – Canning Stock Route Tours – From Broome to Newman or Broome or Gunbarrel extension to Alice Springs (arrive Alice Springs August 9 or Uluru for flights home)

• July 23 – August 9 – Canning Stock Route Tours + Gunbarrel Highway – From Alice Springs to Newman or Broome or Alice Springs return via Gunbarrel Highway, Giles, Warburton, Uluru)

• July 30 – August 4 –  Karijini National Park in the Pilbara with Karratha & Marble Bar Tours from Broome, Port Hedland & Karratha – 6 & 7 days – 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 accommodated. Newman departure options – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/pilbara-karratha-karijini-tours/

• September 19-26 – Corner Country Tours via Birdsville Strzelecki Oodnadatta Track Tour with Innamincka – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/corner-country-tours-via-birdsville-strzelecki-track-innamincka/

SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE $300 when you BOOK NOW before May 3

You can Call us Now on 1300 763 188 or 0417 244 600

Or see more details of Kimberley Outback Tour Specials and More 2018 at the links above

Looking forward to showing you these amazing places

Richard O’Neill

Managing Director

 

Easter Escape Tasmanian Wilderness Tours

Easter Escape Tasmanian Wilderness Tours – 4, 8 and 12 day tours – 4 days Launceston to Hobart via Tamar Valley, St Columba Falls, East Coast, St Helens, Binalong Bay, Bay of Fires, Bicheno, Wineglass Bay, Honeymoon Bay & Freycinet National Park or extend for extra days for Mona Art Gallery or more – 4 days 3 nights – $2950

4, 8 & 12 Day Tours – SEE all TASMANIAN WILDERNESS TOURS

Explore the Wild Side of Tasmania –  Join a small private group tour on the best of Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours including Huon Valley, Tarkine Forests, Styx Valley, Cradle Mountain, Freycinet National Park, Port Arthur (or other options – see below), Hobart, Macquarie Harbour, Gordon River and wild western Tasmanian Tarkine forest country tour 

Tasmanian Wilderness is Calling You ! and you know a wild and wonderful adventure is there for you.

Dates – 2018 – February, March, April

• 4 Day tour – Easter Escape Tasmanian Wilderness Tours – March 30 – April 2 – Launceston to Hobart via Tamar Valley, St Columba Falls, Pyengana, East Coast, St Helens, Binalong Bay, Bay of Fires, Bicheno, Honeymoon Bay & Freycinet National Park or extend for extra days for Mona Art Gallery or more – 4 days 3 nights – $2950
• 8 Day tour – March 24-31 and March 31 – April 7
• 12 Day tour – March 31- April 11

Dates – 2018 – Spring – October, November

• 8 Day tour – October 24-31 and November 4-11,  2018
• 12 Day tour – October 24 – November 4 and November 1 – 11, 2018

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 Easter Escape Tasmanian Wilderness Tours – 4 days tour shown below

For details of 8 and 12 day tours see – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/tasmanian-wilderness-explorer-4wd-tours/

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.   See map
• Optional time for Mona Art Gallery and more

4, 8 & 12 Day Tour – DAY 1: Tamar Valley – Liffey Falls – Launceston

 

• 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)

4 Day tour completes 5pm this afternoon (Monday 2 April) in Hobart for flights home, or extend for more wilderness adventures

4, 8 and 12 day Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours

Please Book Early as departure fast approaches Book Here 

or Ask Now: 1300 763 188

For details of 4, 8 and 12 day tours see – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/tasmanian-wilderness-explorer-4wd-tours/

Tasmania Wilderness Easter Escape Tours

Tasmania Wilderness Easter Escape Tours – 4, 8 and 12 day tours – 4 days Launceston to Hobart via Tamar Valley, St Columba Falls, East Coast, St Helens, Binalong Bay, Bay of Fires, Bicheno, Honeymoon Bay & Freycinet National Park or extend for extra days for Mona Art Gallery or more – 4 days 3 nights – $2950

4, 8 & 12 Day Tours – see all TASMANIA TOURS

Explore the Wild Side of Tasmania –  Join a small private group tour on the best of Tasmanian Wilderness Explorer 4WD Tours including Huon Valley, Tarkine Forests, Styx Valley, Cradle Mountain, Freycinet National Park, Port Arthur (or other options – see below), Hobart, Macquarie Harbour, Gordon River and wild western Tasmanian Tarkine forest country tour 

Tasmanian Wilderness is Calling You ! and you know a wild and wonderful adventure is there for you.

Dates – 2018 – February, March, April

• 4 Day tour – Tasmania Wilderness Easter Escape Tours – March 30 – April 2 – Launceston to Hobart via Tamar Valley, St Columba Falls, Pyengana, East Coast, St Helens, Binalong Bay, Bay of Fires, Bicheno, Honeymoon Bay & Freycinet National Park or extend for extra days for Mona Art Gallery or more – 4 days 3 nights – $2950
• 8 Day tour – February 18-25 and March 3-10, March 14-21, March 24-31 and March 31 – April 7
• 12 Day tour – February 18 – March 2, March 3-14, March 14-25, March 20-31, and March 31- April 11

Dates – 2018 – Spring – October, November

• 8 Day tour – October 24-31 and November 4-11,  2018
• 12 Day tour – October 24 – November 4 and November 1 – 11, 2018

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 Tasmania Wilderness Easter Escape Tours – 4 days tour shown below

For details of 8 and 12 day tours see – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/tasmanian-wilderness-explorer-4wd-tours/

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.   See map
• Optional time for Mona Art Gallery and more

4, 8 & 12 Day Tour – DAY 1: Tamar Valley – Liffey Falls – Launceston

 

• 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)

4 Day tour completes 5pm this afternoon (Monday 2 April) in Hobart for flights home, or extend for more wilderness adventures

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Qantas – East Coast Flight Schedule for Broome & Kimberley Tours

Qantas have announced the schedule of flights from the East Coast to Broome for 2018. Broome-Melbourne Day Commences Terminates Wednesday May 2 2018 October 3 2018 Friday June 1 2018 August 31 2018 Saturday June 15 2018 July 14 2018 Sunday March 18 2018 December 16 2018 Broome-Sydney Day Commences Terminates Saturday April 7 2018 October 13 2018 Tuesday May 1 2018 October 9 2018 Broome-Brisbane Day Commences Terminates Sunday June 3 2018 August 26 2018

 

Aboriginal Art Tours March 2018

Exploring and meeting remote art communities in Central  Australia on Aboriginal Art Tours March 2018

Article Used with permission from Aboriginal Art Directory

Discover the outback in a 4×4 guided tour and go beyond the beaten track, as well as visit some of Central Australia’s most recognised Aboriginal art centres – Ikuntji, Warlukurlangu, Papunya, Haasts Bluff and Amata, Fregon, and Iwantja.

You’re sure to make some great friends on this remote outback experience on these Aboriginal Art Tours March 2018 as you get to enjoy the stunning scenery, the vast stillness of the outback and its great pleasures with fellow Aboriginal art enthusiasts.

Your guides, who have worked with Australian Aboriginal Elders and communities for more than 20 years, will share their knowledge of Aboriginal Culture and spirituality of the land.

You will visit the Devils Marbles, a beautiful Australian place, rich in history. Then onto the area of Utopia, known for its famous artists, in particular, the Petyarre sisters. Further along, and up the famous Tanami Track, you will stop at Tillmouth Well, known as the ‘Oasis of the Tanami’. All this and more on these Aboriginal Art Tours March 2018.

You’ll visit several renowned Aboriginal art centres on this tour

Right at the heart of Australia’s Red Centre is the spectacular Kings Canyon. Here you’ll walk among layers of sandstone and shale soaring 270 metres above sea level, and at its base is a lush flora, fed from the natural rock pools, known as the ‘Garden of Eden’.

At Cooper Pedy you’ll have the chance to view more Aboriginal artworks as well as the town’s underground museums and displays, which include opalized marine life and plesiosaurs – a reminder that the Central Australian region was once at the bottom of an ocean

Lake Eyre, a salt lake so vast it’s catchment area crosses over three state borders, is at the lowest point in Australia (49ft below sea level). It’s on the cards, if the Lake’s flooding, that you’ll also have the chance of taking a flight to view the wonder of it coming to life. (So remember to bring a black shirt with you to wear to reduce any reflection on aircraft windows for better photos.)

Then experience the famous Oodnadatta Track and the beginning of the 517km Birdsville Track as you arrive in Marree, a small town home to the Dieri Aboriginal people, which lies at the junction.

Down the Stuart Highway, alongside the path of the famous Ghan, you will drive through Port Augusta to end this most memorable trip in Adelaide.

 

Described as “well organised from booking to return”, participants say what they remember most is, “the good food, good company, lots of local information about places and peoples, a spirit of co-operation and fun, seeing amazing scenery, experiencing the vivid light, the night sky and changing colours of the country, plus the beautiful art at Aboriginal communities and on the ancient rocks.” Oh, and “opening our eyes to the beauty, depth of history of Central Australia.”

Spirit Safaris invite you to join them March 18 for the next amazing optional 5 or 8 day 4WD Aboriginal Art Tours March 2018 tour from Alice Springs Places are limited so be quick.

 

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