We run two genuine outback 4WD adventures through the Simpson Desert region, each bookable on its own — or combined back-to-back for the full double crossing. Trip One runs from Birdsville to Alice Springs, tackling Big Red and the QAA, French and WAA Lines on the way to Poeppel Corner and the warm artesian waters of Dalhousie Springs. Trip Two runs from Alice Springs to Betoota, heading south past Chambers Pillar and Old Andado Station before crossing the desert again along the historic Madigan Line, first surveyed by geologist Cecil Madigan and his camel team in 1939. Book either trip individually, or do both for a full loop out of Birdsville — 15 days and around 2,600km of the very best of Australia's red centre and outback desert country.
With time to explore remote towns, ruins, restored buildings and a dip in the water holes this tour has so much to offer.
All main meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) - Inc.3-4 Meals in local Pub/Bistro's/Bakery/Café to be confirmed on tour
All camping, Caravan Park and Accommodation fees/cost 2 nights in a cabin in Alice Springs and final night at the lodge in Birdsville
National Parks, Private Property and Guided Tour fees/charges
1 x Offroad Tradies Merch pack (valued at over $150), with 1 x tour shirt per paying adult.
Fully equipped escort vehicles (all recovery, safety equipment), total number of guides and escort vehicles will depend on group numbers
Bush toilet
Bush Shower (where water is available)
Tips and assistance with 4x4 driving
Satellite communication, Emergency Beacon and Emergency First Aid Kit (First aid trained tour leaders)
Services and Knowledge of our experience and licensed tour leaders.
All of our extended Adventure Tours offer 1 or more itinerary free days were you are able to explore at your own free will.
Due to the length of the tour non-catered options available by request.
This tour is suited to families, singles & couples.
The Simpson Desert is suitable for swags, tents, Roof Top Tent's and small full off-road camper trailers for experienced drivers. - Swags and other camping gear are available for hire.
Please allow a couple of extra days in the case of break downs etc.
***All prices include GST.
More than 30 days prior to departure date - No penalty
30 - 15 days prior to departure date – Refund 75% of all monies paid**
14 – 7 days prior to departure date – refund of 50 % of monies paid**
7 days or less prior to departure - No refund
Failure to depart on tour - No refund
Leaving during tour - No refund Liability
Refund for COVID 19 – refer to Pg1. Terms and Conditions.
1-2 nights accommodation at a caravan park in Alice Springs
Our last night at Birdsville accommodation at the lodge
All associated permits for traversing the related tracks
Dinner at the Betoota Hotel
This isn't a tour bus holiday, it's a real offroad adventure. Breathe taking sunsets and native wildlife to creek crossings, lakes, dusty tracks, wide open spaces and brilliant starry nights. This is offroad travel done right, with the safety of travelling together.