Dig Tree Dinosaurs Cameron Corner Tour Intro video is here – check it out for this amazing tour from Sydney with a small group by GXL 4WD. Join us on this amazing 10 day tour, that includes Cameron’s Corner, the dinosaurs in Southern Queensland, and the Dig tree with Innamincka the Cooper Creek and, Outback New South Wales, including the Macquarie marshes. We’ve got the Warrumbungles, amazing plant life, Macquarie Marshes and the Brewarrinna fish traps.
We see the ancient fish traps and there’s the museum in Brewarrina, fantastic, background to Aboriginal life in the region and in Australia. I hope you can join us, tremendous experience over 10 days visiting extraordinary landscapes and, iconic features in this region. We see the Cunamulla fella.
Dig Tree Dinosaurs Cameron Corner Tour Map
There’s the dinosaurs in Eromanga in southern Queensland, not far from the Dig Tree. And, the Eromanga Sea you can see there, Cooper Creek. There we are at Cameron’s Corner. And, uh, checking in there with the Wild Deserts Program, and the Milparinka, the sculptures at Broken Hill. Um, desert sculptures and a bit of wildlife there.
Add a little bit of flavor to the to the adventure. And there’s the Cowra Mining Museum and some Silo art thrown in there. And of course the Dish, at Parkes as well. So I hope you can join us.
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Our Lake Eyre Tours and Flights 2022 from Broken Hill and Adelaide include 4WD access to the lake shore, latest bird viewing, and optional spectacular flight choices over Lake Eyre and surrounds viewing the Warburton Groove (major inflow) Elliot Price Conservation Park, (Donald) Campbell Point, Jackboot, Halligan & Belt Bays, Lake Eyre South, major islands & landmarks.
Longer flights extension options available to the northern extreme of the lake and the Warburton & Macumba Rivers and southern Simpson Desert region of Lake Eyre North.
The longer flights can view the Warburton River, Warburton Groove, Goyder Lagoon Marree Man giant sculpture, or a landing in Birdsville for lunch !!
<<< Latest Lake Eyre floods image February 2022 shows all rivers flooding to Lake Eyre – image courtesy of NASA
Travel in small group (2-4 people) luxury 4WD Landcruisers viewing amazing scenery enroute, and stopping at unique landmarks for a truely memorable experience. Wilpena Pound overnight options available. Travel the Oodnadatta Track and witness the iconic Birdsville Track.
Typical Lake Eyre tours and flights 2022 include …
4 days – Lake Eyre Tours Flights with Wilpena Pound from Broken Hill and / or Adelaide via Flinders Ranges, Bunyeroo & Brachina Gorges, Sacred Canyon, Coober Pedy, William Creek. Including 1.5, 2 or 5 hour Flight options over Lake Eyre and Warburton Groove, lake shore visits and walks, Birdwatching and Lake Shore drive by 4WD, Wetlands bird’s area walk, luxury 4WD transport. Follow the Overland Telegraph Line & Old Ghan Railway Track and visit historic Coward Springs & Curdimurka Railway Sidings and history plus much more. Includes all fees, flight, all meals, for ensuite accommodated at Wilpena Pound Resort and Marree . Consider also the Wilpena Pound Flinders Ranges flight option. Tour Code LBH4. Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill or Melbourne Book NOW
3 days Lake Eyre Tours and Flights – from Broken Hill and / or Adelaide via Lake Eyre – Including 1.5, 2 or 5 hour Flight options over Lake Eyre, lake shore by 4WD, birds areas, see the Old Ghan Railway, Tom Kruse Outback Mailman from “Back of Beyond” truck & history, Oodnadatta Track, Birdsville Track, Marree, Leigh Creek, Copley, Lake Eyre National Park, Flinders Ranges. Connection options to Sydney, Broken Hill or Melbourne LBH3 Book NOW
via Arkaroola, Wilpena Pound, Flinders Ranges, Birdsville & Lake Eyre – From Adelaide (or Broken Hill option) to Birdsville, via Strzelecki Track, Arkaroola, Wilpena Pound, Lake Eyre (flight included), Flinders Ranges to Adelaide or Broken Hill. Cooper Creek, Lake Eyre, Moomba, Innamincka, Birdsville, Burke & Wills Dig Tree, Flinders Ranges to Adelaide. Book & Details Here
Lake Eyre Tours and Flights 2022
Flight Options from Marree
MARREE MAN FLIGHT – 30 mins*
MARREE TOWNSHIP | THE MARREE MAN | WILLOURAN RANGES
Depart Marree over the township, head over the famous Marree Man and the Willouran Ranges.
A quick flight to see the famous Marree Man.
$199 pp min 2 ppl
LAKE EYRE FLIGHT – 1.5 hrs*
DINGO FENCE | MULOORINA STATION | LAKE EYRE | MADIGAN GULF | JACKBOOT BAY | BELT BAY | LAKE EYRE SOUTH | MARREE MAN |
See Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre North & South, Belt Bay, the lowest point on mainland Australia and the famous Marree Man.
A fantastic flight to get a good look at the spectacular kati Thanda-Lake Eyre and the Marree Man.
from $395 pp
LAKE EYRE + WARBURTON RIVER FLIGHT – 2 hrs*
DINGO FENCE | MULOORINA STATION | LAKE EYRE NORTH | MADIGAN GULF | WARBURTON RIVER | COOPER CREEK | NEALES RIVER | WARBURTON GROOVE |JACKBOOT BAY | BELT BAY | LAKE EYRE SOUTH | MARREE MAN AND SO MUCH MORE.
This flight is an excellent way to see the main river systems which feeds into Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre and all it has to offer. This flight goes to the top of Lake Eyre. from $495 pp
LAKE EYRE, MARREE MAN + PAINTED HILLS FLIGHT – 2 hrs 20 mins*
KATI THANDA-LAKE EYRE | PAINTED HILLS | MARREE MAN
Fantastic bang-for-buck! The classic outback experience, flying over the incredible Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre and the picturesque Painted Hills.
This flight has everything about the region, including the Dog Fence, the Marree Man, Oodnadatta Track and Australia’s largest pastoral property – Anna Creek Station.
from $595 pp
LAKE EYRE BIRDSVILLE + WARBURTON RIVER, GOYDER LAGOON, TIARI DESERT, BIRDSVILLE TRACK FLIGHT – 5 HOURS* $955
Embraces all the above (except Painted Hills an is the pinnacle flight taking in the whole 170 km of Lake Eyre
Aboriginal Art Buying Tour Alice Springs to Darwin via Utopia
Aboriginal Art Buying Tour Alice Springs to Darwin via Utopia Devils Marbles, Daly Waters, Katherine Gorge, 3 Utopia region Aboriginal art centres to Darwin
Details of Aboriginal Art Buying Tour Alice Springs to Darwin via Utopia
Day 1 – Depart Alice Springs at 8am and travel via remote Utopia region Aboriginal art centres of Ampilatwatja (pronounced um-blood-a-watch) and Ali Curung. Here you can meet the artists and view them at work, and purchase art directly from the source. Travel on via Wycliffe Wells (UFO centre of Australia), to overnight at Wauchope at theDevils Marbles Hotel.
Day 2 – An early start to arrive at the Devils Marbles for a walk in this mystical boulder formations, and great photo opportunities. Aboriginal legend refers to stones like the Devils Marbles as the “Eggs of the Rainbow Serpent”. Visit the Aboriginal cultural centre and art centre with more Utopia region artists working here. Later, connect with the history of Tennant Creek, including gold mining. We visit the historic Telegraph Station before overnight in Tennant Creek
Day 3 – Travel via Three Ways where the road from Mt Isa and Townsville join the Stuart Highway. Here we see the John Flynn memorial (father of the Royal Flying Doctor Service). We cross the Ashburton and Whittington Ranges as we travel via the famous outback town of Renner Springs, Lake Woods & Newcastle Waters. Overnight Daly Waters Pub famous outback rest stop.
Day 4 – Travel via Mataranka hot springs and connect with Elsie of “We of the Never Never”. Onward to Katherine, and take a 2 hour boat cruise on Katherine Gorge and view Aboriginal rock art in the gorge cruise. An optional helicopter flight to rock art higher in the gorge is also available. Katherine is the NT’s 3rd largest town, and more Aboriginal art galleries are here displaying and selling art from nearby communities.
Day 5 – Heading North, enjoy a swim and break at scenic Edith Falls. Travel via Pine Creek and check out the “Great Northern Railway” & gold mining history, then Alligator River to arrive in Darwin late afternoon for a celebration meal together.
Includes small group modern 4 wheel drive vehicles, FULLY ACCOMMODATED in motels, fees, side trips, Katherine Gorge cruise all meals.
5 Days/4 Nights – From Alice Springs to Darwin via Mataranka hot springs, Devils Marbles – Tour Code AGD5
Lake Eyre from Sydney to Alice Springs tour 5 days
Lake Eyre from Sydney to Alice Springs Tour 5 days
Lake Eyre from Sydney to Alice Springs Tour 5 days – Easter Tour Special via Broken Hill Coober Pedy and NSW Outback – Small group (max. 4 per 4WD) tour to explore the Far West of NSW with Broken Hill, Darling River from Wilcannia Menindee Lakes to Broken Hill, Flinders Ranges, Marree Lake Eyre Coober Pedy, Alice Springs
Easter Tour Special – LAKE EYRE via Broken Hill Coober Pedy and NSW Outback
Highlights of Lake Eyre from Sydney to Alice Springs Tour 5 days
Sydney to Alice Springs via Lake Eyre, Coober Pedy and Broken Hill
Parkes Radio Telescope – The Dish
Lake Cargellico
Menindee Lakes
Burke & Wills Campsite
Broken Hill – see the Desert Sculptures and dine at The Palace Hotel
Return optional tours or meets rail to Sydney or Adelaide
Flinders Ranges
Marree
Lake Eyre / Painted Hills flights options
Coober Pedy
The Breakaways
Alice Springs or Uluru option
Itinerary for Lake Eyre from Sydney to Alice Springs Tour 5 days
Day 1 – Depart Sydney for the Blue Mountains with morning tea at stunning views from Govetts Leap over the Grose Valley. Moving on via Lithgow to Bathurst and the fascinating history of the gold rush and Cobb & Co coaches. We travel via Orange to near Parkes to visit The Dish Exhibition Centre at the giant CSIRO operated radiotelescope that brought the 1st moon landing images to Earth. Back in Parkes, and less famous is the King’s Castle, Australia’s very own Elvis Presley museum created by the original yellow Wiggle Greg Page.
Heading west we travel beside the Indian Pacific railway route and visit Manildra, Bogan Gate and Condobolin, in extensive Murray Darling Basin wheat, grain, sheep, and cattle producing areas with a taste of the far west of NSW. Arrive for overnight at Lake Cargellico.
Day 2 – We depart for Hillston, once an important stop for the stagecoaches of Cobb and Co. then on via Ivanhoe on the Cobb Highway, part of the Kidman Way. Arriving in Menindee we visit Kinchega National Park, to view the birdlife of Menindee Lakes then to nearby Burke and Wills camp on the banks of the Darling River. It’s now a short hop to Broken Hill for dinner at the famous & delicious Mario’s Palace Hotel (full of the original murals from Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame) Overnight Broken Hill.
Explore Broken Hill highlights options include The Line of Lode Lookout, a mine tour, and Miners Memorial plus Desert Sculptures or Lake Mungo or Mutawintji National Parks (optional extra day tour) for exceptional rock art rich in Aboriginal history. Please ask if wanting this option.
Day 3 – From Broken Hill we cross the NSW / SA border travelling through saltbush country, via remote outback towns of Yunta, Oodla Wirra, Cradock, and Orrooroo, and the 3 gauge steam railway town of Peterborough. From Hawker, we skirt Wilpena Pound, and the awesome mountain scenery of the Heyson Range & Flinders Ranges. We cross the Goyder Line, view the Elder & Heyson Ranges, Wilpena Pound & Lake Torrens and visit the historic and award-winning Prairie Hotel at Parachilna with great outback art before arrival at our cosy overnight stop at Leigh Creek or Marree on some tours. L, D
Day 4 – At Marree we check out the ancient mosque, Old Ghan railway history and Lake Eyre Yacht Club. From Marree we follow the Old Ghan Railway Line and Oodnadatta Track to William Creek. From here we can take an optional 1 hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre. (Optional extensions
at extra cost). We visit the shores of Lake Eyre South and unique Mound Springs, which are permanent water flows from the Great Artesian Basin.
We connect with the wonder of the bird and plant life revitalized by recent flooding rains. We visit a favourite spot for birds (including brolgas) and birdwatchers. we traverse the moon plains to Coober Pedy for the night with a sleep underground option. Overnight Coober Pedy and a chance to buy opals or see some of the highlights of this unique place in Australian history and culture. . B L Dinner own purchase in local restaurant
Day 5 – From Coober Pedy we take a break at the spectacular colourful Breakaways – Desert Mesas where Mad Max movies were made. Then our onward journey via the SA / NT Border to Alice Springs (or Uluru option is available) to arrive at your accommodation around 5 pm.(B L ).
All tours require a minimum of 2 passengers for departure. If you require a booking for 1 person please call us direct to confirm minimum numbers have been met prior to booking online.
Inclusions –
4 nights Hotel Motel Accommodation – twin share or single supplement available – see booking link
Lake Eyre flights options
Genuine small group tour vehicle – usually max. 4 per 4WD Landcruisers
10 Top Tips for Outback Tour Travel from Spirit Safaris
This page and video introduces 10 Top Tips for Outback tour travel from Spirit Safaris. Your enjoyment and safety will benefit by checking this out. Spirit Safaris have been outback touring for near 30 years, and these unique helpful hints are intended to make your outback tour adventure more enjoyable.
For best photos bring a Black or Dark shirt to wear in light aircraft to minimise reflection on windows.
Kimberly early season from May catches greener grasses and fuller waterfalls but maybe some rain & road closures. Mid May / June to early September are optimum times for weather.
Bring old shoes (sneakers or crocs) for watery walks like through Tunnel Creek
Bring a good headlight torch, spare batteries & USB cable – You’ll be amazed how handy they are.
Pack up early for an early start – wildlife are out early to catch the early worms & avoid the days heat.
Mobile Phone coverage is slim. Telstra works best but virtually no coverage in the Kimberley, except public or our on board satellite phone.
Bring an extra plastic bag for wet swimmers or shoes.
A broad brimmed hat & long sleeved shirts are better sun protection than chemical & heavy metal sunscreens
Look away from passing vehicles to protect eyes and face, as stones often fly.
Take sensible strong shoes for some rocky dusty walks and sandals to relax.
Kimberley Tours for 2021 – Early Birds Save $500 – Booking Fast- Kimberley tours in 2021 are booking well, and big savings are available with prices at 2020 rates. – See https://www.spiritsafaris.com/kimberley_kakadu_tours
Canning Stock Route – From Alice Springs or Broome – See details – https://www.spiritsafaris.com/canning-stock-route-tours/
Tours from Broken Hill by Spirit Safaris are genuine small groups (2-4 people per luxury 4WD) and include Cameron Corner, the Dingo Fence, Milparinka, Tibooburra, Innaminka and the Burke & Wills Dig Tree, Lake Eyre, Arkaroola, Wilpena Pound and the Flinders Ranges. Also, tours from Broken Hill or Sydney include NSWCorner Country, Mungo, Mootwingee and Gundabooka National Park with unique Aboriginal Rock Art, Bourke, Darling River, Macquarie Marshes, Broken Hill and amazing icons on the way.
Broken Hill, which once had its own stock exchange, is an outback tourists delight. Guests can visit the original BHP mine site, the Line of Lode memorial, Pro Harts Gallery, the Living Outback Sculptures and marvel at the history and size of the birthplace of the “Big Australian”, BHP. Shorter tours are also available that meet the train service to Sydney, and tour to Camerons Corner, Innamincka, Lake Eyre, Flinders Ranges and Coongie Lakes.
Tours from Broken Hill include Silverton and the movie sets where Mad Max and other Aussie icons were made, is on the list, and guests can dine at Mario’s Palace Hotel, still with its incredible artworks as revealed in the movie Priscilla Queen of the Desert fame.
Travellers can now have an exciting adventure closer to home in New South Wales, reaching some of these unique places in our very capable and comfortable off-road 4WD vehicles. Tours really take in the best of Outback NSW
Travel in outback Australia is our speciality, and our new Covid ready tours in NSW, VIC and SA from Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane mean you don’t have to fly in a plane. When we commence we will ensure strict hygiene protocols are in place, including Covid clear health checks.
No Need to wait in airport queues to catch a flight – Tours depart Sydney or Broken Hill, and can often pick up guests enroute eg tours from Wagga, Canberra, Bathurst, Dubbo, Orange – please ask
People can travel as a couple or bring one or two of their friends and know that they are avoiding the crowds in buses or larger groups. As a small or private group, stops can be at the customers’ convenience or their places of special interest.
Tours explore the real Australian Outback including NSWCorner Country, Mungo and Gundabooka National Park with unique Aboriginal Rock Art, Bourke, Darling River, Macquarie Marshes, Broken Hill and amazing icons on the way from Sydney, Broken Hill or Adelaide and return over 3-14 days.
Broken Hill, which once had its own stock exchange, is a tour highlight. Guests visit the original BHP mine site, the Line of Lode memorial, Pro Harts Gallery, the Living Outback Sculptures and marvel at the history and size of the birthplace of the “Big Australian”, BHP. Shorter tours are also available that meet the train service to Sydney, and tour to Camerons Corner, Innamincka, Lake Eyre, Flinders Ranges and Coongie Lakes.
Our very small group (2-4 people per 4WD) tours from Broken Hill are connecting people to each other and unique nature and the extraordinary beauty and history in our own backyard.
The Silo Art Trail is part of the 12 day tour, and is a new phenomenon of massive and beautiful artworks on outback grain silos in remote country towns. The artworks are a photographers delight, with such uniquely Australian images.
The 12 day tour from Broken Hill and Sydney includes visiting such sites as the Siding Springs Observatory in the Warrumbungle Ranges near Coonabarabran, Mungo National Park, Broken Hill, and the Darling River Run, Burke and Wills camp on the banks of Menindee Lakes. People can take a cruise on the Jandra paddleboat from Bourke and revisit the ancient Aboriginal fish traps in Brewarrina that are more than 40,000 years old.
Tours from Broken Hill or via Broken Hill
You can reserve your interest in any of these tours with a $100 fully-refundable deposit in case Covid-19 limits travel
Silo Art Trail Tours – https://spiritsafaris.rezdy.com/catalog/397896/silo-art-trail-tours
Outback NSW, Mungo National Park, Broken Hill and Darling River Run – – see calendar below
Jenolan Caves Gold Country Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Back Roads Tour
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This 4 day tour lets you See the real backroads on the western side of the Blue Mountains in some of NSW most picturesque rural towns on this Jenolan Caves Gold Country Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Back Roads Tour. Explore the oldest caves in the world, and Journey through the original gold rush towns in the gold country of Bathurst, Sofala and Hill End. 4 Day Tour includes Wine Tasting, Jenolan Caves tour & National Parks walks + Beach & Bay walks
Jenolan Caves Gold Country Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Back Roads Tour Itinerary
4 Day Tours – Day 1 – Travel to the Blue Mountains visiting the Three Sisters, Echo Point and Jamison Valley, and Australia’s “Grand Canyon” exploring the Great Dividing Range including Govetts Leap to arrive at Jenolan Caves. Enjoy a tour in these best caves in Australia as we experience a caves tour and or take a walk in this fairyland area before we enjoy a delicious meal at the local restaurant, before overnight at Jenolan Caves House.
Day 2: We travel through to Oberon, Bathurst, Sofala and Hill End. We follow the prospectors gold trail and discover Australia’s pioneering history at Hill End.
Bathurst was home to New South Wales first big gold rush in the 1850s and became home to the Cobb & Co (stage) coach company, who ran the largest transport network in the world. In 1870 Cobb & Co coaches travelled around 28,000 miles (44,800 kilometres) each week and the company was harnessing 6,000 of their 30,000 horses every day. Enjoy a look at local history, and this truly pioneering country town before we “head for the hills” and back country via the quaint old gold mining town of Sofala. From here we wind our way along the bridle track following the Turon River, to Hill End.
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Next travel back country roads to Mudgee and enjoy the famous produce of this area for lunch at a premium winery. We then travel on to Gulgong, Ulan and The Goulburn River & Wollomi National Park. Travel to Hunter Valley and stay overnight at Sandy Hollow or nearby Denman.
Day 3: Travel through small rural town on the Golden Highway, via some of Australia’s most prestigious thoroughbred horse studs, and cattle country. We see the vast coal mines of the Hunter Valley before our stop at some local wineries for wine tasting a full range of wines from various vineyards, and a delicious lunch. If willing, we can also visit the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company, a Cheese factory for cheese tasting and a fudge factory … mmm. Wildlife are waiting for us at a nearby wildlife park (closed Wednesdays). Here we can take a close up look and see most of the famous Ozzie wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, wombats, echidnas and native birds. Overnight Port Stephens / Nelson Bay.
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Day 4 – With an extra night added to your 3 day tour with a night & day to relax & enjoy the sun, surf, and sailing (optional extra) in Port Stephens Resort on Nelson Bay north of Newcastle with optional swim / surf or whale or dolphin watch cruise (extra cost). Enjoy a scenic walk through the bushland to Nelson Bay Headland in Tomaree National Park. Return to Sydney late afternoon by 6pm.
Tour includes all accommodation, morning teas, lunches, breakfasts. All fees, professional guide, luxury 4WD transport (Toyota Landcruiser or similar). Two dinners at own expense in local restaurant of your choice. 4 day cost including GST, for twin share AUD $4990 per couple. Book Now
ALSO AVAILABLE – 3 Day Tour includes Wine Tasting, Jenolan Caves tour & National Parks walks – See here
Jenolan Caves Gold Country Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Back Roads Tour
Jenolan Caves TourKangaroos Vineyards TourThree Sisters Blue Mountains Australia
This 4 day tour lets you See the real backroads on the western side of the Blue Mountains in some of NSW most picturesque rural towns on this Jenolan Caves Gold Country Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Back Roads Tour. Explore the oldest caves in the world, and Journey through the original gold rush towns in the gold country of Bathurst, Sofala and Hill End. 4 Day Tour includes Wine Tasting, Jenolan Caves tour & National Parks walks + Beach & Bay walks
Jenolan Caves Gold Country Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Nelson Bay Back Roads Tour Itinerary
4 Day Tours – Day 1 – Travel to the Blue Mountains visiting the Three Sisters, Echo Point and Jamison Valley, and Australia’s “Grand Canyon” exploring the Great Dividing Range including Govetts Leap to arrive at Jenolan Caves. Enjoy a tour in these best caves in Australia as we experience a caves tour and or take a walk in this fairyland area before we enjoy a delicious meal at the local restaurant, before overnight at Jenolan Caves House.
Day 2: We travel through to Oberon, Bathurst, Sofala and Hill End. We follow the prospectors gold trail and discover Australia’s pioneering history at Hill End.
Bathurst was home to New South Wales first big gold rush in the 1850s and became home to the Cobb & Co (stage) coach company, who ran the largest transport network in the world. In 1870 Cobb & Co coaches travelled around 28,000 miles (44,800 kilometres) each week and the company was harnessing 6,000 of their 30,000 horses every day. Enjoy a look at local history, and this truly pioneering country town before we “head for the hills” and back country via the quaint old gold mining town of Sofala. From here we wind our way along the bridle track following the Turon River, to Hill End.
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Next travel back country roads to Mudgee and enjoy the famous produce of this area for lunch at a premium winery. We then travel on to Gulgong, Ulan and The Goulburn River & Wollomi National Park. Travel to Hunter Valley and stay overnight at Sandy Hollow or nearby Denman.
Day 3: Travel through small rural town on the Golden Highway, via some of Australia’s most prestigious thoroughbred horse studs, and cattle country. We see the vast coal mines of the Hunter Valley before our stop at some local wineries for wine tasting a full range of wines from various vineyards, and a delicious lunch. If willing, we can also visit the Hunter Valley Chocolate Company, a Cheese factory for cheese tasting and a fudge factory … mmm. Wildlife are waiting for us at a nearby wildlife park (closed Wednesdays). Here we can take a close up look and see most of the famous Ozzie wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, dingoes, wombats, echidnas and native birds. Overnight Port Stephens / Nelson Bay.
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Day 4 – With an extra night added to your 3 day tour with a night & day to relax & enjoy the sun, surf, and sailing (optional extra) in Port Stephens Resort on Nelson Bay north of Newcastle with optional swim / surf or whale or dolphin watch cruise (extra cost). Enjoy a scenic walk through the bushland to Nelson Bay Headland in Tomaree National Park. Return to Sydney late afternoon by 6pm.
Tour includes all accommodation, morning teas, lunches, breakfasts. All fees, professional guide, luxury 4WD transport (Toyota Landcruiser or similar). Two dinners at own expense in local restaurant of your choice. 4 day cost including GST, for twin share AUD $4990 per couple. Book Now
3 Day Tour includes Wine Tasting, Jenolan Caves tour & National Parks walks – See here
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.
3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour
Book Now – Call from mobile or at local rate 1300 763 188 or 02 8213 3225 or from overseas + 61 2 8213 3225
Hunter Valley Vineyards
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3 Sisters Blue Mountains National Park
3 day Lightning Ridge Blue Mountains Hunter Valley Outback NSW Tour
3 day tours include 2 nights accommodation (based on twin share), morning and afternoon teas, 3 lunches, 2 breakfasts. All fees, professional guide, luxury 4WD transport (Toyota Landcruiser or similar). Two dinners at own expense in local restaurant of your choice. Cost including GST, for twin share AUD $1495 per person. Single supplement add $135. Group of 3 sharing, same as twin share rate.
Departs on demand. Rate based on minimum of 2 people.
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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