Day 1 (Lunch / Dinner)
After picking you up from your accommodation in Alice Springs bright and early, we hit the road for five fantastic days of Outback adventure travel. (For those commencing at Uluru, we will collect you from the Outback Pioneer Hotel or the airport)
Travel to Uluru - Kata Tjuta National Park with a few stops along the way for refreshments, a camel ride (own expense) and a chance to purchase Aboriginal paintings. Spend the afternoon at Uluru, which includes a visit to the Cultural Centre to learn about the Tjukurpa (Aboriginal law/religion), a full, guided base walk or a chance to climb (weather permitting) should you choose. Note: Uluru is a sacred site and Anangu, the indigenous custodians, respectfully ask visitors not to climb it.
View a magnificent Uluru sunset accompanied with a glass or two of sparkling wine before travelling to our remote campsite complete with safari tents. Enjoy a delicious meal, a couple of drinks and time to sit back to reflect on what you’ve seen on the first day of this Outback tour.
- Outback Camel Farm
- Mt Ebenezer Roadhouse
- Mt Connor (Atila)
- Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Day 2 (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Witness an impressive Uluru sunrise from a lookout close to our campsite. Enjoy breakfast, then travel to Kata Tjuta for a 7km hike through the magnificent "Valley of the Winds". After a leisurely lunch we travel to Curtin Springs Cattle Station where there’s plenty of time to get a close look at a typical working cattle station before we travel to Kings Creek Station for our second night at a remote outback campsite. Our private campsite at Kings Creek is miles from the crowds, which is where the feeling of ‘wayoutback’ really starts to take hold. After a campfire dinner it's time to kick back and be mesmerised by the millions of stars on display. Star gazing in Central Australia is what Outback travel is about.
- Uluru (Ayers Rock)
- Kata Tjuta (the Olgas)
- Curtin Springs
- Kings Creek Station
Day 3 (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
This morning take a guided walk to see the towering walls, crevices and plateaus of Watarrka (Kings Canyon). Visit the Amphitheatre, Lost City and the tranquil ‘Garden of Eden’. After Watarrka we 4WD along the famous Mereenie Loop Road where you will be shaken and not stirred! Spot wildlife along the way before arriving at our permanent camp at Glen Helen, near the stunning waterhole that the traditional owners of this land believe is home to an ancient and powerful Rainbow Serpent.
- Watarrka (Kings Canyon)
- Mereenie Loop Road
- Glen Helen
Day 4 (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Spend today exploring the mighty West MacDonnell Ranges. Travel off road to Ormiston Gorge, keep your eyes peeled for Perentie Lizards lazing along the banks and take a swim in the rock holes. Hike the “Ghost Gum Walk” before four wheel driving through the Owen Springs Reserve following the footsteps of the first European explorers. Tonight we rest at Owen Springs, spending a night 'Wayoutback' under the southern stars, complete with campfire and a hearty meal. Imagine what it was like for our first explorers discovering this raw and remote part of Central Australia – that’s Outback travel at its most adventurous!
- Ormiston Gorge
- Owen Springs Reserve
- Ghost Gum Walk
- Outback Bush Camp
Day 5 (Breakfast / Lunch)
After a hearty breakfast we cross the famous Hugh River Stock to travel to the inspirational Oak Valley Aboriginal Community. Spend time with the traditional owners exploring the land where you can try your hand at boomerang throwing, see ancient rock art paintings, and learn about the profound understanding the owners have of this pristine, remote place.
Travelling back to Alice Springs via the Old South Road, stop in at the Erwinga Art site before returning to your accommodation at approximately 5.30pm. After returning to civilisation, a hot shower awaits before joining the rest of the tour group for a farewell meal and few cold ales. You’ve just completed a rugged, Outback travel experience, so enjoy a night of fun, rest and reflection.
- Oak Valley Aboriginal Community
- Erwinga Art site
- Alice Springs
CLOTHING
- Comfortable hiking/walking shoes ( no flip flops! ). Sandles are OK.
- Warm jacket and long pants. Night times temperatures can drop down 5 degrees celcius
- Long Sleeve shirt for protection from the Sun and Mosquitoes
- Shorts and T Shirts for daytime hikes and walks
- Swimwear
- Hat and sunglasses
Passengers need to take caution during December/January period where temperaturs in Central Australia can get quite high. Its advised to prepare accordingly.
EQUIPMENT / OTHER
- Sunscreen
- Towel & toiletries
- Pillow
- Insect repellent
- Refillable water bottle
- Sleeping bag are needed, if you dont want to bring your own they can be included free of charge.
- Mp3 Player / iPod
- Rechargers
- Torch
- Camera
- Bincolars
TRANSPORT
- 4WD - Custom-prepared canter
ACCOMMODATION
- 4 nights camping
- Outback campfire
- Shower and toilet facilities
Sleeping Arrangements
Safaris offer permanent safari tents with twin beds and swags under the stars with guests choosing their preferred option whilst on location. Linen including sheet, pillow, pillowcase, towel and sleeping bag are included on Classic Safaris.During the tropical summer swags are not available on all Top End Safaris with tents or budget accommodation being offered in their place.
Adventure Safaris offer swags with portable tents on request. Sleeping bags can be hired for $20.
Comfort Safaris utilise 4.5 Star hotel rooms and Experience Safaris offer dormitory, twin or single rooms with all linen supplied.
MEALS
- 4 breakfasts
- 5 lunches
- 4 dinners
EQUIPMENT
- Camping equipment and utensils
- Tents and/or Swags
- Sleeping Bags - please let us know if you want to hire one or bring your own
- Sleeping Mattress
- Pillows
- Laundered bed sheet ($5 hire fee)
- Reference books
OTHER
- Plenty of drinking water and snacks
Personal travel insurance is not included but visitors are advised to have it. This can be organised through your travel agent.
Where can I get more information about this trip?
If you find that this tour page doesn't answer all your questions, then please get in contact with us! Our passionate team are always available to answer any queries you may have.
What should I pack?
Depending on where in Australia or New Zealand you decide to visit, your luggage will vary. For exact information please visit the "What to bring" section of each tour page.
What immunisations do I need?
For the latest information on immunisations, we strongly recommend you or contact the Travellers Medical and Vaccination Centre (www.traveldoctor.com.au) to discuss health requirements for your trip. They will advise you about appropriate inoculations.
Do I need to take any medical supplies?
It is not necessary to bring any medical supplies other than any personal items you may require. Each tour will carry an first aid box and our guides are all certified in First Aid.
How fit do I need to be?
Our tours are made to be fun, informative and active and can be enjoyed by anyone with a moderate degree of fitness and agility. Travellers should be comfortable with hiking/walking up to 5km each day.
Do I need travel insurance?
Insurance is important in protecting visitors from loss or damange of goods, medical problems, cancelation by passengers or other casualties. Its highly recommended. Some tours on this website require you to have travel insurance. If you are Australian then it is not necessary.
Will I be able to use my mobile whilst on tour?
You can use your mobile while touring in Australia or New Zealand, but coverage may be limited in remote areas. For best connectivity, consider purchasing a local SIM card or an international roaming plan.
Is it possible to travel in a private group?
If your looking for a private tour based of one of our trips please contact us directly and we may be able to help. Over the years we have worked with families, groups of friends, schools, clubs and charities to put together the perfect trip.
Do I have to book this tour online?
Definitely not. Our website is designed to make is easy and convenient for you to schedule your tour. However we understand sometimes its nice to talk to someone directly. So by all means give us a call and we can organise your trip over the phone.
If I book more than one tour can I get a discount?
Absolutely! If you are booking multiple tours then we may be able to offer you a discount. Send us an email at info@lostinaustralia.org and let us know what you thinking of doing and we can put together a price for you.
Also, be sure to look out for monthly specials on tours. We often have some great bargains.
How do I know when a tour is available?
You can check the departure dates of tours by using our calendar on the top right hand corner of the tour page. This will tell you what days the tour departs. For availability of seats please contact us directly at info@lostinaustralia.org or call us.
Does the tour price include flights?
No. Tour prices do not include any travel arrangements other than for the duration of the tour itself. If you need assistance with booking flights or buses our travel team and certainly help - Just ask!
How far in advance do I need to book my tour?
As a rule of thumb we generally say AT LEAST 2 weeks prior to departure, this will usually get you a seat on the date you want. That being said, we cannot guarantee that spaces will be available at the time of your booking so, if you can, book as soon as possible. Bookings can still be made right up until the departure date of the tour if seats are available. If you know when you'd like to travel, please contact us and we will let you know if you need to book soon or if you have time.
Is this tour for me?
Our tours are made up of small groups with a range of different ages, nationalities and backgrounds. Generally people who travel with us are between 20 and 49, though we also get alot passengers much older onboard - everyone is welcome! On tour we get equally as many males as females and everyone shares an enthusiasm for the out doors, nature, adventure and culture. Our tours are for those wanting to really explore and share the experience with likeminded travellers. Whether we are camping by a billabong in Kakadu National Park or sharing a cabin in Tasmania, our travellers want more than just a site seeing tour. They are chasing a hands on group experience. The trips are packed with many highlights and the pace can be fast. There may be some long drives and passengers should expect to help out when setting up camp or cooking food - this is a group adventure. However, there’s always time to chill out, have a cold beer ( or wine! ) and soak up your surroundings. As always, if in doubt then contact us directly with your concerns.
What type of groups go on these tours?
Onboard our tours there are usually around 5 - 24 people ( depending on the tour and destination ). Lost In Australia's travellers want to explore the country and develop a real sense for the land, nature and its people. We travel in small groups which allows us to get from destination to destination quickly and effortlessly whilst being flexible and free!
Is it ok to travel alone on one of these tours?
We have many travellers jumping onboard our tours by themselves. Those travelling by themselves are very much welcomed and encouraged. During your outback adventure you'll meet new and interesting people and forge relationships that will last a life time.
Those who do travel by themselves will probably be sharing a room with a travelling companion of the same sex, but even if you do get your own room, you won't be charged extra. For camping tours, generally there are enough tents available that you can have your own if you choose to.
For more information please contact us directly.
Is there an age limit?
We get a large range of travellers from all over the world and from a very large age range. We get people of all ages joining these trips; generally our travellers vary between 21 - 45 though we also get many happy travellers in their 60s and 70s. Some tours however have a restriction on children under the age of 16 - 18. This will depend on the destination so please email us for more info.
Will I need additional money?
Visitors are advised to bring some cash as ATMs and banks can be few and far between depending on where we are during the trip. Its handy to have some extra cash as we do stop by local shops and cafe.
Do I need to tip our guide?
If you had an amazing time on tour and wish to tip the guide, then that is completely up to you. However, tipping is not customary and is not at all expected.
Are there any hidden fees I need to know about?
Our tour prices are completely transparent. There are no additional fees involved that are not included in the overall tour price shown. If you wish to do optional activities such as helicopter rides or wildlife safaris, then an extra cost may be needed. However, this will always be made clear at the time of your booking.
Can I book extra accommodation for the start and end of the tour?
We know our country inside and out and would be happy to give you good recommodations. Please contact us for recommendations.
What will the weather be like?
Between the months of April and August Central Australia is quite cold so be sure to bring warm clothing. Temperatures range from about 20c during the day right down to 2c at night.
Between October and March temperature are warm, so light clothing during the day is ok. However, night times can still be quite cool so its wise to bring light winter clothing for extra warm.
Where do I meet the tour?
For pick up times and locations, please check out the "Start/Finish" section directly under the itinerary. Here we list everywhere we can pick up from and their respective times.
There is a lot of information here to help you plan your flights and arrival.
Please review careful as these can vary from tour to tour.
Wayoutback Kangaroo Dreaming 24 to 28-08-14
I recently did a 5 day tour to the Red Centre. The tour guide was the fabulous
5 day kangaroo dreaming tour - excellent
I really enjoyed this tour of the Red Centre with Wayoutback
Fantastic outback tour!!
We did the 5 day kangaroo dreaming safari in the outback, departing
Wayoutback Kangaroo Dreaming
We thoroughly enjoyed our 5 day trip with a fabulous guide
What a tour!
We just completed our 5 day private tour from Uluru to
Red Centre Experience
We did the 5 day tour from Alice Springs, touring
Amazing 5 day tour - mature single traveller
Our tour guide, Fillipo was very thorough in his itinerary
Amazing 5 day tour - mature single traveller
Our tour guide, Fillipo was very thorough in his itinerary
Out in the bush
OK, I wasn't at all sure to be ready to deal with it: five days & four nights
Great experience with our excellent tour guide Ralph
We just came back from our 5 day outback trip with wayoutback
Wonderful experience, great tour guide.
I did the 5 day Kangaroo Dreaming safari starting on Feb 13th
Great tour
We went on the five-day "Kangaroo Dreaming Tour"
5 Day 4 Night 4WD Red Centre Safarir
It was an amazing and exceptional experience. I would like to mention
Excellent experience in the outback!
I recently completed a 5 day hiking and camping tour of the Outback
Good morning beautiful people
I have just come back for the kangaroo dreaming safari and loved every second of it.
An adventurous 5 days in the sand
We took part in the 5 day/4 night desert safari over christmas and we loved it!
Awesome - highly recommend 5 Day Kangaroo Dreaming Tour
Went on the 5 day Kangaroo Dreaming Tour over xmas around the red centre
Definitely one of our highlights during our time here
We had one of the best trips we've had in Australia.
magnificent trip
I had the most amazing time on my 5 day red centre tour. My guide Steveo was fantastic - a great organiser, very knowledgable and a fab cook. A few things though: No one on tour knew that one night there'd be no toilet facilities, until our guide told us. I've read through the itinerary and it is not made clear. It wasn't a problem, but lots of us though Steveo was joking and didn't believe him until we were there. There was no debriefing about what to do if there was a medical emergency etc, which would have been nice seeing as there was no phone reception. It was difficult not being able to charge cameras etc. Overall, however, I have to say that I had a magnificent trip. We have such an amazingly beautiful country and the walking treks around the Olgas, Kings Canyon, Uluru and the gorges were out of this world! Steveo was so passionate and had loads of info to share and that was a real bonus! Thanks for a great experience!
We had the trip of our life!!
We had the trip of our life!! Thanks to tour guide Kiwi, driver Katy and cook Kate who in one person make this trip unforgettable!!! We give the greatest recommends!!
A wonderful experience.
I have to say that the tour was fantastic – I loved all the places we went to, where we camped and our guide Ralph was knowledgeable and respectful and engaging throughout. We also had an accident on tour that he dealt with very well and our group just coped without any issues. People places and locations were brilliant. The only real critique for me was around the food provision. I indicated that I was vegetarian (fish eater) and so while I know it can be hard to cater for a couple of different sorts of meals I was disappointed in that provision. On two of the nights the meals looked pretty substantial for the meat eaters (Bolognese with kangaroo meat or a 'thai' option with chicken strips) and the vegetarians (there were 3 of us on the trip) was simply the meal without meat. I don't think that's acceptable to just have the 'sauce' essentially. Breakfast was great each day and thankfully we had tuna for lunch otherwise there would have been no protein for us. On the third night we had veggie burgers which were great but while we had one burger each, meat eaters had a choices of burgers, sausages etc and it just felt a bit of a poor effort. The next night we were given tofu to cook but we had to have this with vegetables and cheese sauce – so again the extras that went with steak – and it was a bit of a mess. I know it can be hard if you're not vegetarian yourself to think about what is ok to cook and I would suggest using more protein based foods like Quorn (that has mince, pieces, filets and burgers) as an option other foods by sanitairum also have good options – even things like mince in a can! Its available at most supermarkets now and could be used as the meat substitute when meat is used elsewhere rather than simply going with out. I would have been happy to cook my own meals to accommodate this as well. Its a criticism just to help really because I thought the trip was a wonderful experience and I'd recommend it to anyone.
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Experiencing Uluru
Uluru Interview
Camp under the stars, learn to throw a Boomerang, eat real bush tucker, explore aboriginal culture, and experience an amazing and authentic outback adventure.
We'll visit Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), Watarrka (Kings Canyon), Palm Valley and the West MacDonnell Ranges. Be sure to bring your adventurous spirit and pack a camera; over the course of the tour we’ll be setting up camp in private bush locations, visiting a remote Aboriginal community, and driving on a bush track through an old cattle station which offers spectacular views of the West MacDonnell Ranges.
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