The Ultimate Outback Crusade

Our crew welcome you to our private lounge at Bankstown Airport (Sydney) before departing on this exciting Outback adventure.

Take in the aerial views from our Beechcraft Super King Air as we head west to the Outback town of Louth.

We take an Outback track to Trilby Station, a family owned 320,000 acre sheep station. This overnight stop focuses on offering the true Australian Outback station experience, gaining insight into life on a remote sheep property. Immerse yourself in the landscape, appreciating a bush sunset with drinks and canapés under the stars. Over a home cooked dinner you will hear about life on the station from seventh generation farmers, The Murray Family.

Accommodation: Trilby Station, Louth (the renovated Shearers’ Quarters or Station Cottages with shared bathroom facilities)

Our destination is the pioneering town of Longreach where Qantas commenced operations over 100 years ago. Enjoy lunch surrounded by aviation history before a guided tour of the Airpark.

Spend the evening amongst nature watching the sunset whilst gliding along the Thomson River. There are endless photo opportunities on this gentle cruise before heading ashore for a traditional Outback dinner and live show under the stars.

Experience luxury glamping in a deluxe canvas tent overlooking the Mitchell Grass Plains. Unwind in the freestanding bath and king-sized bed dressed in luxury linen with complimentary port and chocolates.

Accommodation: Mitchell Grass Retreat – Boutique Luxury Glamping Experience

Today we swap our wings for wheels as our private transport takes us towards Winton to the world class Age of Dinosaurs Experience, painting a picture of what this area looked like 90 million years ago.

The museum is home to the largest collection of Australian dinosaur fossils in the world. We explore the Fossil Preparation Laboratory,
Collection Room and Dinosaur Canyon. Witness the monumental March of the Titanosaurs exhibition.

This evening we enjoy the hospitality of Camden Park Station where the Walker family once hosted the Queen. Outback Dan will take us on a tour of this working sheep and cattle station before we enjoy sunset drinks on this pastoral oasis.

We return to the Qantas Museum in the evening for the spectacular light and sound experience, designed to delight and entertain.

Accommodation: Mitchell Grass Retreat, Boutique Luxury Glamping Experience

Begin the morning at the legendary Stockman’s Hall of Fame and experience the themed galleries to learn about our pioneering history. Hear first hand recollections from the extensive oral history collection and transcribed diary entries from those that cut a living from the harsh Outback environment.

Our aircraft then sweeps north west to where the Outback meets the tropics, Katherine in the Northern Territory. Take in the sights as we cruise past the Diamantina River – one of the river sources for Lake Eyre.  

Accommodation: Contour Hotel, Katherine

Visit an art gallery where Top End artist Manuel Pamkal will demonstrate his Indigenous painting style and pass on his traditions from tribal life. Learn how to light a fire from sticks and try your hand at throwing a boomerang and a spear. Animal lovers will be able to get up close to the local wildlife.

Surrounded by limestone escarpments we spend the evening cruising the famous gorges of Nitmiluk National Park, while enjoying a magical dining experience while the sun sets.

Accommodation: Contour Hotel, Katherine

Red dust and horses! Tom Curtain’s award-winning show is not to be missed. This Outback experience celebrates the Territory’s unique pastoral history and culture through real horse-starting and working dog demonstrations.

Back in the sky we fly to the world heritage-listed Kakadu National Park. Take in the sights and sounds of Kakadu as we cruise along The Yellow Water Billabong. Look out for giant crocs and the amazing bird life of the wetlands, including sea eagles, brolgas and kingfishers.

Accommodation: Cooinda Lodge, Kakadu

We immerse ourselves in this living cultural landscape, which has been inhabited continuously for over 40,000 years. The cave paintings and rock carvings we visit record the skills and way of life of the inhabitants. Enjoy the pristine wilderness as we cruise up stream on the East Alligator River and gain insight into the local aboriginal culture and mythology.

Accommodation: Cooinda Lodge, Kakadu

Enjoy the glorious views of Kakadu from a different perspective as we take to the sky to fly across the Northern Territory to “The Kimberley” and the town of Kununurra, in  Western Australia.

En route we land at El Questro Wilderness Park to swim at the glorious Zebedee Springs. Set in an oasis of Livistona palms, these thermal pools are the perfect place to relax.

This evening we are pleased to invite you to dine at the acclaimed PumpHouse Restaurant, overlooking the tranquil Lake Kununurra. Flavours and ingredients that reflect the rich diversity of Northern Western Australia are incorporated into the innovative menu that will delight the most discerning foodie.

Accommodation: Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments, Kununurra

Enjoy cruising the vast freshwater, Lake Argyle, known as paradise in the Outback. On the way we will stop to visit the Argyle Homestead Museum, built by the famous pioneering Durack family.

Enjoy drinks on our lake cruise experience with the opportunity for a swim.

Accommodation: Freshwater East Kimberley Apartments, Kununurra

Get your cameras ready for an amazing day of scenic flying. As our aircraft departs Kununurra, we have a chance to appreciate the magnificence of Lake Arygle from the air. We then make our way further south over the World Heritage-listed Purnululu National Park and Bungle Bungle Ranges. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the stunning natural landscape of sculptured rocks, often likened to giant beehives, thought to have been forged more than 350 million years ago.

The rocky landscapes transform as we fly west towards the turquoise horizons of Broome.

Accommodation: Moonlight Bay Suites, Broome

A morning of discovery awaits as we explore the heritage listed buildings, unique Broome architecture, art galleries, Town Beach and more.

Try the delicate pearl meat with a glass of bubbles. This walking tour is the perfect way to immerse ourselves in the rich cultural history of this pearling port.

This afternoon we enjoy a camel safari along the world famous Cable Beach, before experiencing the spectacular sunset over the brilliant turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.

Accommodation: Moonlight Bay Suites, Broome

We farewell Western Australia and head to the heart of the red centre – Uluru. Take in the incredible views from above as we take a scenic flight over Uluru and the Kata Tjuta (air traffic permitting).

Get set for an evening of delight at the breath-taking Sounds of Silence dinner. Admire the ever changing colour of the rock as the sun sets upon it. Indulging in canapés and sparkling wine overlooking spectacular Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, this evening will be one to remember.

Accommodation: Sails in the Desert, Uluru – 5-Star Luxury in the Desert

An early start to witness the natural splendour of an Uluru sunrise. Our guide will share their knowledge as we drive around the superstar rock, stopping at waterholes and rock art.

We fly to a little oasis in the desert for lunch, The Mt Dare Hotel.

Next stop is the iconic town of Birdsville, where our plane can taxi right up to the front door of the pub. Where else in the world can you do this? We will enjoy another amazing sunset at “Big Red” overlooking the Simpson Desert.

Accommodation: The Birdsville Hotel

This morning we will track south west through the Simpson Desert and take in the remarkable views of the glistening salt pan lake, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre on our way to the remote town of William Creek. Jump on board one of the Wrights Air planes to fly to the world’s largest cattle station, which is bigger than Belgium! Anna Creek Station is also home to the super model of the Outback, The Painted Hills. This flight gives us a unique and spectacular opportunity to view one of Australia’s hidden iconic landmarks with 30kms of sandstone formations, some curvy and soft, others tall and statuesque. The guided walk upon landing gives you the opportunity to truly appreciate the fragility of the landscape and perhaps even see some marine fossils.

 Enjoy true outback hospitality with drinks and dinner at the William Creek Hotel, on the famous Oodnadatta Track.

Accommodation: William Creek Hotel

Enjoy the view from overhead as we fly east towards Broken Hill and pass famous landmarks including Lake Frome, The Flinders Ranges and the ‘Marree Man,’ a remarkable 4.2 kilometre long, line drawing of an aboriginal hunter.

Experience a rich and historical private guided tour of Broken Hill and its local delights. Enjoy a visit to the interactive Royal Flying Doctors Museum- which displays how this important organisation provides a vital air service to remote Outback towns and communities.

As we board the plane for our final leg home sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery from the Beechcraft Super King Air.