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Simpson Desert Tours

Simpson desert tours from alice springs, adelaide, birdsville via dalhousie springs and more.

The Simpson Desert tours now are available in 7, 9 or 13 days tours and cross the desert via the French Line, WAA Line & QAA Line.

Our 9 day Simpson Desert tours travel a route that combines all three tracks, plus Coulsen Track, Rig Road & Knolls Track and via Munga-Thirri–Simpson Desert National Park.

Our extended 13 day tour includes these tracks plus the K1 Line, Madigan’s Line, Birdsville Track and Hay River Tracks and via Munga-Thirri–Simpson Desert National Park.

The Simpson Desert is the name given to the desert sand hills area between Birdsville in the South West Corner of Queensland to Dalhousie Springs in the far north of South Australia near the Northern Territory border. It lies across the corners of 3 States – South Australia, Queensland and the Northern Territory. The route we take is a Combined Route – a tailored route that enables us to see as much as possible of the area in the one trip, taking in a little of each track, plus different travel directions ie both across and parallel with the sand hills – very different experiences.

Our tours pass through three Australian states – NT, SA and QLD, and Aboriginal lands. Munga-Thirri National Park is the Simpson Desert Region in Queensland. Simpson Desert Regional Reserve and Witjira National Park are in South Australia.

Chambers Pillar overnight is included in many of our Simpson Desert tours and all include Mount Dare and Dalhousie Springs (for a swim).

Dates available for Simpson Desert Tours are shown at the booking link and can also be on demand – please advise your interest, numbers & date range available, and whether passenger or tag along.

3 Simpson Desert Tours Options –

• Alice Springs to Birdsville – via Dalhousie Springs, French Line, WAA & QAA Lines – 7 days 
• Alice Springs to Alice Springs via Dalhousie Springs, French Line, WAA & QAA Lines, Boulia & Plenty Highway – 9 days –
• Alice Springs to Alice Springs via Dalhousie Springs, French Line, WAA & QAA Lines, Hay River Track – 13 days –
• Adelaide departures – Coober Pedy, Oodnadatta, Dalhousie Springs, French Line, WAA & QAA Lines ,  and Birdsville
• Adelaide returns on some tours – See details
• Map below shows 3 options – click +/- to enlarge

LIMITED PLACES – Please BOOK NOW – with an email or phone call 1300 763 188 or 0417 244 600

All comfy camping gear supplied (bedding, stretchers, full height tents, real toilet) all safety & recovery gear including satellite phones & UHF radios between vehicles.

Itinerary for 13 day Simpson Desert Tour from Alice Springs

OR See Adelaide departures – May 31 to June 8 Adelaide to Adelaide – Coober Pedy, Oodnadatta,  Dalhousie Springs, French Line, WAA & QAA Lines ,  and Birdsville

The 13 day Simpson Desert Tours from Alice Springs return to Alice Springs or you may choose to fly out of Birdsville day 7. Flights with Rex are available to Mt Isa and Brisbane. Other options are available) – Please ASK.

• Simpson Desert Tour 13 days from Alice Springs to Birdsville, return to Alice Springs or Adelaide option. Simpson Desert crossing includes Chambers Pillar (great sunset & sunrise photo opportunities) Old Ghan Railway stop at Finke, overnight Mt Dare, then Dalhousie Springs (swim in thermals pool), 4 days, 3 nights in desert crossing via French Line, Coulson Track, QAA & WAA Lines, then Birdsville Hotel accommodation, return to Alice Springs or fly out options. Includes all park entries & permits, sleeping gear and meals. Optional scenic flights over Goyder Lagoon, Lake Eyre, Simpson Desert, Coongie Lakes .  View the Goyder Lagoon region at the Warburton River Crossing and join the K1 line through the Simpson Desert sand dune swales and salt lakes to our overnight camp, then before 3 more nights on the Hay River Track, Lake Caroline & Madigan Line.  At Batton Hill we join the My Country and Bush Tucker t with local Aboriginal custodians, visit Goyders Pillar, before Jervois, and return via Plenty Highway, and the Harts Range Aboriginal Atitjere community and Gem Tree in the regions gemfields. Complete after overnight and celebration dinner in Alice Springs. Full itinerary below.

Itinerary for 9 day Simpson Desert Tour from Alice Springs

Dates for 9 day tour –

• from Adelaide to Adelaide – see details
• from Alice Springs to Adelaide – Note Birdsville Races tour on August 26 follows same itinerary as below except extra day in Birdsville for races and highway travel to Kulgera so no Finke/Old Ghan.

The 9 day Simpson Desert Tours from Alice Springs return to Alice Springs or you may choose to fly out of Birdsville day 7. Flights with Rex are available to Mt Isa and Brisbane. Other options are available) – Please ASK.

• Simpson Desert Tour 9 days – from ADELAIDE with Coober Pedy, Dalhousie Springs, to Birdsville, return to Alice Springs or Adelaide option –  Includes Painted Desert, Ooodnattta, Old Ghan, details then as from Alice Springs here …
• Simpson Desert Tour 9 days – from Alice Springs – crossing includes Chambers Pillar overnight (great sunset & sunrise photo opportunities) Old Ghan Railway stop at Finke, overnight Mt Dare then Dalhousie Springs (swim in thermals pool), 4 days, 3 nights in desert crossing via French Line, Coulson Track, QAA & WAA Lines, then Birdsville Hotel accommodation, return to Alice Springs or fly out options. Includes all park entries & permits, sleeping gear and meals. Optional scenic flights over Goyder Lagoon, Lake Eyre, Simpson Desert, Coongie Lakes . Two days return travel to Alice Springs with Min Min Lights encounter option, Boulia & Bedourie in Channel Country, Plenty Highway, Tobermoury, Jervois, Gemtree . 9 days or fly out day 8 option.  Detailed Itinerary shown below.
• Simpson Desert & Birdsville Races Tour – 9 days from Alice Springs to Birdsville, return to Alice Springs or Adelaide option. Simpson Desert crossing includes Old Ghan Railway stops, Mt Dare, Dalhousie Springs (for warm swimming in thermals pools), 3 nights in desert crossing via French Line & WAA Line, then Birdsville Races, and 2 days return travel to Alice Springs or Adelaide option. Excludes Chambers Pillar. Completes September 9 in Adelaide or Alice Springs option – 9 days.

Day 3 – We enter Witjira National Park and visit Bloods Creek Bore preserved cattle yards from bygone days and Oppossum Waterhole. Arrive at Dalhousie Springs, a vast area of natural springs outpouring from the Great Artesian Basin – Dalhousie Springs is  a series of 60 natural artesian springs from the Great Artesian Basin. Swim option at Dalhousie Springs in 38-43 Deg C water. Enter the Simpson Desert Regional Reserve – Overnight camp on the edge of the Simpson Desert. BLD

Day 4 – Heading into the Simpson Desert we cross the floodplains of Spring Creek Delta then moving into numerous salt lakes and higher sand dunes. Spectacular views from the top and great feeling of nurturing by nature within the dunes. We travel over and between the sandhills. Great photo opportunities, maybe a dingo or two to see, sunsets and sunrises and wildflowers . Enjoy the campfire at our remote desert camp BLD

Day 5 – We cross more salt lakes, and plenty of sand dunes, but also travel parallel to the dunes for a different perspective of the landscape. We visit the Approdinna Attora Knolls, high gypsum hills with a great lookout over the desert. Take a break at Poeppels Corner marking the meeting of QLD, NT & SA borders. Overnight under the stars in our remote camp.

Day 6 – We cross Eyre Creek , and traverse the largest sandhill, Big Red originally known as Nappanerica Dune, on the western edge of Lake Nappanerica , and eastern edge of The Simpson Desert. Overnight accommodation in Birdsville Hotel. BLD

Day 7 – Time to check out Birdsville and an optional morning Lake Eyre, Goyder Lagoon & Simpson Desert flights (book early). We head off for Bedourie visiting one of the rare stands of Gidgee trees on our way to Bedourie, the heart of the Channel Country and Diamantina Shire . Check out the fascinating history and display here and learn about the Bedourie Camp Oven – an Australian or Queensland icon. Head on to Boulia , via vast and remote cattle stations Boulia is the capital of the Channel Country – the great river system that feed Lake Eyre. The Min Min lights exhibition and show is a town highlight. We cross the NT/Queensland border to arrive at Tobermory Station with their grassy campground for overnight. BLD

Day 9 – After breakfast tour completes by 10am. We will transfer you to your flights or extended accommodation.

Itinerary for 13 days Simpson Desert Tour Alice Springs return to Alice Springs – or 7 days

Itinerary as above to Birdsville then 2 options –  fly out Day 7 from Birdsvillle (Rex airlines) to Brisbane or other options.

Day 1 – Alice Springs to Chambers Pillar – Depart 8am for a special and rare opportunity to visit the Ewaninga Aboriginal rock art site, then Maryvale Cattle Station and Titjikala Aboriginal Artists in community. We leave Titjikala and cross the Hugh River, travelling through Maryvale cattle station, then from a high vantage point view Chambers Pillar and the sandhills rolling into the Simpson Desert. We arrive at Chambers Pillar and enjoy an afternoon walk around this special place (which has more than 1 pillar). We make camp here for the night under the stars. LD

Day 2 – Departing Chambers Pillar we travel the Old Ghan Railway route and visit Rodinga Siding , one of the last built and most Northern fettlers cottages on the Old Ghan Line. We visit the historic Bundooma Railway Siding after crossing the Finke River , site of a few famous Old Ghan bridges and river washouts, to arrive in the active Aboriginal community and ex Ghan stop of Finke. Its then on to Lambert’s Centre of Australia , Charlotte Waters (an old OTL Telegraph Station), NT/SA border crossing, then Mt Dare Hotel for overnight camp or accommodation upgrade option. BLD

Day 6 – We cross the Eyre Creek , and traverse the largest sandhill, Big Red – originally known as Nappanerica Dune, on the western edge of Lake Nappanerica , and eastern edge of The Simpson Desert. Overnight accommodation in Birdsville Hotel. BLD

Day 7 – Optional morning Lake Eyre, Goyder Lagoon & Simpson Desert flights (book early). Enjoy the iconic outback town of Birdsville, once a custom post for cattle heading south to Adelaide markets, now centre of an organic beef export industry, full of fascinating outback experiences. Have a cuppa at the Hard Road Café, check out the airport adjacent the pub, and the historic sights of town including the marked tree at Camp LXXVI of the Burke and Wills expedition of 1860. View the thermal power station running on hot water from the Great Artesian Basin, or take a joy flight over the Simpson and Goyder Lagoon area. 7 Day tour ends here with flights from Birdsville to Brisbane or elsewhere – or After lunch we head off down the Birdsville inside track (or outside depending on conditions) viewing the Goyder lagoon region to the Warburton River Crossing and join the K1 line through the Simpson Desert sand dune swales and salt lakes to our overnight camp.

Days 8 – 9 – 10 –  Hay River Track, Lake Caroline & Madigan Line – We see abandoned oil wells, and remote Aboriginal sites and tool remains from a past population that lived in this region. Travelling mostly in the swales and following the Hay River we visit a number of Madigan’s camps, and see impressive stands of River Red Gums . (Cecil Thomas Madigan was an early explorer and geologist who lead a party of nine men on an epic crossing of the North Simpson Desert by camels in 1939). We visit Lake Caroline , a usually dry claypan that attracts unique vegetation supported by local ground water. Traversing some dunes gives great views of this remote landscapes, and good sunset photo opportunities too. We check out Vantage Point with views to Mt Winnecke

Day 11 – Arrive at Batton Hill camp which is well serviced by traditional owners with showers and flushing toilets, where we join them on The My Country and Bush Tucker Tour. Also we visit Goyders Pillar, an impressive pillar of rock.

Day 12 – Next day we head for Jervois, and travel the Plenty Highway, then visit the Harts Range Aboriginal Atitjere community and Gem Tree in the regions gemfields. Arrive Alice Springs for a welcome hotel bed and celebration dinner.

Day 13 – Tour completes 10am after breakfast in Alice Springs – with plenty to do here – or delivery to your flight, Ghan or other connections.

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Mystery of the Min Min Lights

Numerous stories surround the phenomenon of the Min Min lights of outback Queensland. One bush legend suggests the lights first appeared near the ruins of the old Min Min Hotel, a rough and ready drinking hole on the Boulia—Winton Road, notorious for fleecing its patrons. Built in the 1880’s the infamous pub burned to the ground about 40 years later, leaving nothing but a nearby cemetery. The eerie lights dancing across the plains at night were said to be the dead souls from this desolate graveyard. Although there appears to be no satisfactory scientific explanation for the source of the lights, it is suggested they are luminous balls of gas that seep up from below ground and drift with the wind across the open plains. A range of other theories on the light source includes static electricity, swarms of luminous insects, refracted light and, birds such as barn owls which, like glow worms, are said to be bio-luminescent (producing light from their own bodies).

Min Min Encounter At the visitor information centre in Boulia there is an interesting light show, the Min Min Encounter, which showcases numerous theories about the source of the Min Min Lights.

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9 & 11 Day Western Simpson Desert Treks

The classic Simpson Desert Experience

Maximum group size: 10 trekkers

Western Simpson Desert Trek

Departure Dates: 

9 Day Trek - June 9 > June 17,  Private Charter - Fully Booked

9 Day Trek - June 19  > June 27 ,  Private Charter - Fully Booked

9 Day Trek - Frame By Frame June 26 > July 4, 1 day 4WD/7days trekking /1 day 4WD $5850 

11 Day Trek - July 6 > July 16 , 1 day 4WD/9 days trekking/1 day 4WD $6050 

 11 Day Trek - August 16 > August 26 , 1 day 4WD/9 days trekking/1 day 4WD $6050 

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Trek Grade:

We have been conducting the Western Simpson Desert Trek for over 40 years and it's rightly become our classic Simpson Desert trekking experience, and the favourite of many return trekkers.

Being a longer duration than the Simpson Desert Explorer Treks, the WSD Trek really enables you to be absorbed by the landscape and settle into the magical rhythmic walking of the camels. 

You will walk alongside our team of packcamels accompanied by 4 cameleers who are your crew for the duration of the trek. Our cameleers are not 'tour guides', they are experienced and seasoned stockmen/women who are specialists in handling and working with camels, and have a wealth of experience in walking the desert and knowledge of its flora & fauna, and are respectful of our First Nations people who call the desert home.

We will be walking in the dune fields of the western Simpson Desert. The landscape consists of towering red-crimson dunes, wide inter-dune corridors, small (usually dry!) creeks, large Breakaway ridges and scattered timber of Coolabah, Bloodwood and Mulga. Spinifex is the dominant plant species, however much of this hardy plant was destroyed in the widespread and destructive 2011/12 bushfires, and many of the dunes and swales are now spinifex-free, which does make for easier walking.

Walking in this landscape is on firm sand and occasional claypans and gibber flats. If the western Simpson receives good soaking rain in late March, there may be a profusion of yellow flowers such as poached-egg daisy & 'Yellowtop' covering the landscape, and supplying our camels with fresh feed.... however it's not until we actually get out there in April 2022 that we will know the extent of any rainfall.

May, June and July is ideal walking weather in Central Australia and over the course of a 5 to 6 hour walking day you would walk approximately between 8 to 10 kilometres.  Our pace of travel is determined by the camels and their ability to negotiate the dunes or other landforms in the landscape. They carry all your personal gear, and all you have to carry is your day pack. 

This is a very real, very Australian desert experience. Camels are the perfect cross-country vehicle and so we don't follow roads or tracks, and there is no vehicle back-up. Camps are chosen for the availability of camel feed, and we never camp in the same place twice. And in addition, as we are Australia's only trekking company that specialise in remote desert travel, you won't 'bump into' any other groups of trekkers. 

All of our treks are active participation-based experiences and the cameleers will involve you with loading and unloading the camels as much as you wish to be involved. Similarly, your assistance is always greatly welcomed with the numerous camp chores to be done at the end of the day such as collecting firewood or helping to shepherd the camels as they feed.

What's included

4WD transfers to/from Alice Springs to the western Simpson Desert

All camping equipment - swags, stools, tents. You bring your own sleeping bag and eating utensils

All meals, though we do not provide snacks

Space...Solitude...Silence...

Trek RFDS Medical Chest, First Aid and emergency communications equipment

Crew of 4 to 5 cameleers

Trekking with an environmentally aware responsible business 

(A detailed Trek Information Guide is sent to you when you book)

What's not included

Pre and post airfares and accommodation. We can organise this for you

What other things are required?

Travel Insurance. We can advise on which policy is suitable

You must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 to travel with us. All our cameleers and support crew are fully vaccinated

Where are we trekking?

In the shaded area of the map in the Simpson Desert, the world's largest parallel sand ridge desert

AUSTRALIAN 4X4 TREKS Guided Self-Drive 4WD Adventures in Australia & New Zealand 

Our tag along tours are carefully planned to allow you to safely experience scenic and remote 4WD destinations. See the most amazing sights. Connect with nature. Test yourself and your vehicle. Take away the risk and hassle by using the knowledge of a professional tour arranger and guide. Tour Guide Tony Davys is your dedicated full-time professional tour guide with a host of qualifications. His business is endorsed by the most well respected tour guide associations in the country, ensuring an exceptional touring experience. Together with a team of like-minded companions, we will make this your next great adventure. 10% Discount applies for your second and subsequent tours within Australia . See our upcoming tours below. To receive a pre-booking "Info Pack" please email Tony on [email protected] and request one for the relevant tour. 

 Tour Guide Tony

A tour guide can make or break your travel experience. you will spend about 2 to 4  weeks with a guide on these kinds of tours, so you want to make sure that the guide ticks all the boxes. the easiest way to figure this out is to get on the phone and give them a call. tony is more than happy to have a chat about his tours, but more than this, you will get a feeling for who he is and the way he operates. in australia, individual tag along tour guides are not required to be accredited, which we think is crazy. ensure your safety in remote environments by opting for a reputable guide with the necessary qualifications. tony is an accredited savannah guide, ecoguides australia, and tour guides australia certified professional guide, with a cert iv trainer & assessor qualification in 4wd instruction. he also has a degree in tourism and a masters degree in science specialising in wildlife management (and he's a self-confessed "wildlife fanatic"). in addition to this, our business is the only tag along tour operator in australia approved under the savannah guides enterprise accreditation scheme. see what savannah guides is all about at  this link . "𝐴𝑚𝑎𝑧𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡𝑟𝑖𝑝 𝑇𝑜𝑛𝑦 𝑖𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑏𝑒𝑠𝑡 𝑔𝑢𝑖𝑑𝑒. 𝑆𝑎𝑓𝑒𝑡𝑦 𝑖𝑠 𝑎𝑙𝑤𝑎𝑦𝑠 ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑝𝑟𝑖𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑡𝑦. 𝐻𝑖𝑠 𝑘𝑛𝑜𝑤𝑙𝑒𝑑𝑔𝑒 𝑜𝑓 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟𝑦 𝑎𝑠𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑑𝑒𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑡 𝑖𝑠 𝑎𝑚𝑎𝑧𝑖𝑛𝑔. 𝐹𝑢𝑛 𝑡𝑜 𝑏𝑒 𝑎𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑛𝑑 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑗𝑢𝑠𝑡 𝑎 𝑔𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑡 𝑏𝑙𝑜𝑘𝑒. 𝐴𝑤𝑒𝑠𝑜𝑚𝑒 𝑎𝑑𝑣𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒" - jɪʟʟ mᴀᴡ, sɪᴍᴘsᴏɴ dᴏᴜʙʟᴇ cʀᴏssɪɴɢ tᴏᴜʀ 2022 to learn more about tony's experience and history, please follow  this link.

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4X4 Treks in 2024/25

Simpson Desert Double Crossing. Windorah to Birdsville. 15 Nights

$5912 per vehicle incl. 2 people • 1 - 15 may 2024 (1 spot left) • 18 may - 1 june 2024 (1 spot left) no trailers. 8 vehicles max.  2025 tours - bookings now open. from $6207 • 2 aug - 16 aug; and • 20 aug - 3 sept (add the birdsville races 6-7 sept)  .

Join us for an in-depth and un-hurried 15-night tour of the Simpson Desert, featuring a full 10 days in the desert itself. This tour is scheduled to avoid the busy times surrounding the Finke Desert Race in June and the Big Red Bash in July. This tour is designed to fully immerse you in the remote beauty of the desert, including the lesser-travelled Southern tracks like the WAA Line and Rig Rd, as well as well-known spots like Poeppel Corner and the QAA and French Lines.  After a relaxing two nights at Mt Dare to rest and resupply, we'll head to the remote Madigan Line in the north for another five days in the desert before returning to Birdsville for a final celebratory night. Three meals are included on this tour, as well as cabin accommodation at the start, and dinner, bed and breakfast in the Birdsville Hotel at the end of the tour. No off-road driving experience is required, just a sense of adventure (though some camping experience and a good shake-down run of your gear is recommended). Full 4WD instruction will be provided along the way. If you want to truly experience the Simpson Desert, this is the tour for you. Hire a fully equipped 4WD for this tour in Brisbane from Overlander 4WD Hire and receive our exclusive discount. FIND OUT MORE HERE

Rather be a Passenger? Contact Andrew Dwyer from our trusted affiliate business  Diamantina Touring Company for information about in-vehicle, catered Simpson Desert Tours. This is their final year running these tours after 37 years, so get in quick!

"Since 1988, family business Diamantina Touring Company have been operating award winning expeditions to remote parts of outback Australia. Fabulous Australian Cuisine, fine wines, expert guides, all vehicles in fleet under 2 years old, luxury swags and a great crew. Trips to the Canning Stock Route, Simpson Desert, Great Victoria Desert and Nullarbor, Western Deserts and Pilbara and Aboriginal cultural experiences."

Canning Stock Route Experience, North to South. Alice to Uluru. 24 Nights 

$7104 per vehicle incl. 2 people • 8 june - 1 july 2024  (2 spots left) • 8 july - 31 july 2024 (3 spots left) no trailers. 8 vehicles max. 2025 tour - bookings now open. one tour only. from $7822 • 3 may - 26 may .

"This tour is not a holiday, it's an experience" The Canning is the longest continuous 4WD track in the World, and a bucket list item for many adventurous travellers. In addition to pitting yourself and your vehicle against the harshness of the track and the environment, the historic component, both European and Indigenous, is fascinating. During this tour, you'll spend a total of 17 days on the actual Canning Stock Route, plenty of time to really enjoy being in the desert. You'll camp among the sand dunes, near historic wells, and under the shade of desert oaks and bloodwood trees. In addition to the stunning desert landscape, you'll also have the opportunity to see unique desert wildlife and plants and learn that there's much more to the desert than just sand. This tour starts at the Crowne Plaza Lasseters Hotel in Alice Springs with an included hotel room and dinner at the restaurant, and ends in Uluru/Ayres Rock with a complimentary Uluru 3 day pass and a final breakfast.  Some remote off-road experience is desirable as the track is VERY ROUGH. If you're considering this tour for your first desert experience, we suggest you should have a crack at the Simpson Desert Double Crossing Tour first. Hire a fully equipped 4WD for this tour in Broome or Darwin from Allstar 4WD Hire Highly recommended product - Protect your Paintwork with  Bush Barrier . FIND OUT MORE HERE

Rather be a Passenger? Contact Andrew Dwyer from our trusted affiliate business  Diamantina Touring Company for information about in-vehicle, catered Canning Stock Route Tours. This is their final year running these tours after 37 years, so get in quick!

"Embarking on a journey along the Canning Stock Route is an experience beyond your wildest imagination... Since 1988, family business Diamantina Touring Company have been operating award winning expeditions to remote parts of outback Australia. Fabulous Australian Cuisine, fine wines, expert guides, all vehicles in fleet under 2 years old, luxury swags and a great crew. Trips to the Canning Stock Route, Simpson Desert, Great Victoria Desert and Nullarbor, Western Deserts and Pilbara and Aboriginal cultural experiences."

Cape York Tag Along Adventure. Cooktown to Atherton. 16 Nights. 

$7385 per vehicle incl. 2 people. 8 vehicles max. off-road caravan friendly -  9 august - 24 august 2024   more info here based on "the feel good family" tour (1 spot left) 4wd tour - camper trailer & slide-on friendly - 28 august - 12 september 2024  more info here (3 spots left) 2025 tour - bookings now open. one tour only. from $7802 • 10 july - 25 july.

Join us for an unforgettable adventure to the Tip of Cape York and beyond. Way more than just a camping trip to the Tip, your experienced guide will not only show you the best spots on the Cape, but also the rare birds and animals that most people overlook. Fantastic inclusions make this the premier tag along tour of the Cape. You'll have the opportunity to get your iconic photo at the Tip, take the included day trip to Thursday Island, plus 2 included half day tours in Weipa, drive on the Old Tele Track, conquer challenging water crossings, swim in crystal clear streams, go fishing in remote locations, camp in wilderness settings, and encounter unique wildlife that can't be found anywhere else. There are also 3 dinners and a lunch provided, as well as a motel room in Atherton on our last night. No off-road driving experience is necessary for this tour - just bring a sense of adventure and a well set up vehicle (or hire one). Full instruction will be provided throughout the journey. Hire a fully equipped 4WD for this tour in Cairns from Overlander 4WD Hire and receive our exclusive discount. FIND OUT MORE HERE

New Tour for 2025! Central Australian Desert Loop. Uluru/Ayers Rock to Alice Springs. 8 Nights. 

$3843 per vehicle incl. 2 people. 8 vehicles max. off-road camper trailers ok. • 1 june - 8 june 2025 - bookings now open. .

If you're pushed for time but still want to experience the remoteness and scenic beauty of the desert, then this is the tour for you. Starting with a complimentary 3 day pass to Uluru NP, our first night's accommodation in a cabin at the caravan park, and a welcome dinner in Yulara/Uluru, we then head past the iconic Uluru and Kata Tjuta on our way West along the Great Central Road. Passing into WA, we visit the Giles Meteorological Station before making our way up the seldom travelled and very scenic Sandy Blight Road. Our route takes us through Aboriginal Communities where we can refuel, and through very remote desert country. We will loop back towards Alice Springs, stopping at some of the amazing gorges in the West MacDonald Ranges along the way. Our included final night and dinner is at Lasseters Crowne Plaza Hotel in Alice Springs.  No off-road driving experience is necessary for this tour - just bring a sense of adventure and a well set up vehicle (or hire one). Full instruction will be provided throughout the journey. Hire a fully equipped 4WD for this tour in Darwin  from Overlander 4WD Hire and receive our exclusive discount. FIND OUT MORE HERE Email Tony for more information and bookings: [email protected]  

New Tour for 2025! Beadell Highways Trek. Alice Springs to Coober Pedy. 15 Nights (incl. Surveyor General's Cnr)

$5775 per vehicle incl. 2 people. 8 vehicles max. off-road camper trailers ok. • 14 june - 28 june 2025 - bookings now open. .

Starting with our included first night's accommodation and dinner at Lasseters Crowne Plaza Hotel in Alice Springs, we take on several of the legendary Len Beadell's Central Australian "Highways" on this giant "C-shaped" trek. From Alice, we find the start of the Gary Highway , following this deep into the desert through some remote Aboriginal Communities all the way into WA, before heading abruptly South on the very scenic and seldom travelled Sandy Blight Road . Emerging onto the Great Central Road, we visit the Giles Meteorological Station near Warakurna, and then onto Surveyor General's Corner , on the tri-state border of SA, NT and WA.  Popping back out onto the Great Central once more, we refuel at Warburton before tackling the remote Connie Sue Highway Southwards into the Great Victoria Desert . From Neale Junction, it's a 900 km run East on the Anne Beadell Highway through incredibly remote desert country. Along the way, there are several points of interest, including the most remote fuel stop in Australia, Ilkurlka Roadhouse, and the Emu Field Nuclear Test Area . We emerge back out into "civilisation" on the Stuart Highway at Coober Pedy, where we will have a night in the underground hotel, and our final dinner together.  Some off-road driving experience is preferred for this tour - it is very remote and the corrugations can be quite rough. FIND OUT MORE HERE Email Tony for more information and bookings : [email protected] 

Hire an adventure ready 4WD Camper  from our trusted supplier, Overlander 4WD Hire , and receive our exclusive * 10% discount off the hire price.   Click here for more information about the 4WD Camper.

*Discount is on hires of 14 days duration or longer. Applies to Toyota vehicles for Simpson Desert, Cape York, Kimberley and Arnhem Land Tours only. Check vehicle specifications against our requirements. 

 South Island 4X4 Treks Accommodated Tour

New Zealand South Island High Country - Accommodated & Fully Catered 4WD Tour. Christchurch to Queenstown. 11 Nights

Includes 12 day 4wd hire. 5 vehicles maximum 2025 tours - bookings now open from $13,830 per couple/twin share 25 jan - 5 feb; and 11 - 22 feb 2026 tours - bookings now open from $15,508 per couple/twin share starting 11th feb, 1st march, & 19th march. .

Embark on the premier High Country Tag Along Tour in New Zealand with our unparalleled offering. No other operator offers such excellent accommodation, meals and experiences, making this the tour for adventurers wanting to "rough it in style". Our tour includes spectacular off-road driving during the day, picnic lunches "on the hill", and very comfortable farm stay, lodge, motel and hotel accommodation at night, along with delicious meals. You will be accompanied at all times by your qualified guide, Tony. He's a Kiwi with an intimate knowledge and experience of the South Island High Country, so you will get to see the countryside through his eyes. It's not all about four wheel driving though, with the itinerary including an informative tram tour of Christchurch City, a 50 min scenic flight over and around the highest mountains in NZ, a 2 hour jetboat tour up an incredible mountain valley, and our final dinner overlooking Queenstown and Lake Wakatipu at the Stratosfare Restaurant up the gondola! The 4WD tracks have been selected for their scenery over technical difficulty, however, some of the driving will definitely get your heart racing! The tour includes vehicle hire for 12 days, but you can extend your rental if you want to do some extra exploring while you're there. It's also fully catered, so you don't have to worry about how to keep your food cold during the day. Flights to and from Christchurch are not included in the tour cost. LIVE IN NEW ZEALAND AND/OR HAVE YOUR OWN VEHICLE?  If you have your own vehicle in NZ, you are welcome to come along. We will amend the tour price accordingly. HOW ABOUT A PRIVATE TOUR OPTION?  If you get a group of 10 - 12 people together, we can arrange a tour with all manner of optional extras and varied itineraries depending on what you would like to do (prices vary).  FIND OUT MORE HERE

*Arnhem Land & Kakadu 4WD Discovery Tour 21 Days

• 4 - 24 august 2024 • 11 - 31 august 2025 from $11,500 per vehicle including 2 people off-road camper trailers ok.

*This tour is operated by our trusted affiliate business " See Around Corners 4WD Tours " Throughout 21 days we venture across Kakadu National Park, Garig Gunak Barlu National Park and North East Arnhem. Experiencing the iconic scenery of places like Ubirr and Corroboree Billabong, as well as taking a dive into the culture and art work of the Bininj-Kunwok, North West and Yolgnu of North East Arnhem Land. Be amazed by incredible scenery and spotting wildlife such as estuarine (saltwater) crocodile, buffalo, dolphins, dugongs in their own environment. This is a true adventure, exploring the best Arnhem Land and Kakadu have to offer. Hire a fully equipped 4WD for this tour in Darwin from Overlander 4WD Hire and receive our exclusive discount. FIND OUT MORE HERE

*Kimberley Wanderer 4WD Adventure Tour 26 Days

• 30 may - 24 june 2024 • 1 - 26 july 2024 • 2 - 27 june 2025 • 7 july - 1 august 2025 from $7800 per vehicle including 2 people off-road camper trailers ok.

*This tour is operated by our trusted affiliate business " See Around Corners 4WD Tours " Over 26 days we explore the Kimberley. Experiencing the iconic scenery of places like Purnululu, Lake Argyle, Cockburn Ranges, Michell Plateau, Kalumburu, Windjana Gorge, Tunnel Creek and Dampier Peninsula to name a few. Not to mention the Gibb !! Described as one of the last frontiers, be amazed by incredible indigenous culture, history, scenery and wildlife. There will be plenty of time to fish for Barra, enjoy scenic flights as well as a number of included cruises. This trip ticks off the best the Kimberley has to offer as well as some little known, hand picked gems. Hire a fully equipped 4WD for this tour in Darwin from Overlander 4WD Hire and receive our exclusive discount. FIND OUT MORE HERE

*Nepal - Himalayan Mountains 4WD Tour  15 Days

The only 4wd tag along tour in nepal where you can actually drive yourself in the mountains tours run march - may & october - december  from $ 10,800 per person twin share [single suppl. +$1500] including  nepal internal flights.

*This tour is run by our trusted affiliate business, " Off-Road Lands ". Stan Gemlitski has a wealth of experience in this part of the World, and his team of guides are all Government licensed, English speaking Nepalese locals.  15 days of adventure exploring the mountain regions of Nepal including Kathmandu, Besishahar, Chame, Manang, Khansar, and Pokhara. Join us on this tour with its mix of self-drive and professional driver/guide 4WD adrenalin adventure.  Guided by locals who are the region's most passionate guides, our range of exclusive self-drive Off-Road Lands 4WD tours depart from Kathmandu in Nepal.​ Since 2016 , we have been allowing travellers to escape and reconnect with nature. We take the stress out of planning with our range of our heavily-inclusive tours, including flights, accommodation, activities, and most meals. So sit back, relax and let our expert guides do the hard work, showing you some of the most mesmerising lands in Nepal. To find out more information about this incredible tour, click here to be taken to Off-Road Land's website

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At Australian 4X4 Treks, we are committed to sustainability in every aspect of our operations. From the rugged outback tracks we traverse to the communities we encounter, we prioritise responsible practices that minimise our environmental impact and respect cultural heritage. The information we provide to our customers before and during a tour, showcases our sustainability commitment, emphasising our efforts towards sustainable operations, environmental stewardship, and cultural responsibility. We strive to provide clear details on how we contribute to conservation, support local communities, and take action on climate change. From reducing emissions through efficient vehicle maintenance to practicing “Leave No Trace” principles in the wilderness areas we visit, we are dedicated to minimising our footprint while maximising the enjoyment of our guests. Additionally, we actively seek out opportunities to reduce energy consumption wherever possible. At Australian 4X4 Treks, sustainability isn't just a buzzword – it's a way of life. We invite you to join us on our journey towards a greener, more responsible future as we explore the beauty of Australia's natural landscapes while preserving them for generations to come. 

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Along with our Madigan line tour , we offer an alternative, a 13 day Simpson Desert Loop including Hay River track adventure — one of Adam’s favourite trips. During this trip, you will visit the geographical centre of Australia and visit the marker post of the early explorers … more on this when you book the tour!

The Simpson Desert contains the world’s longest parallel sand dunes. These north-south-oriented dunes are static, held in position by vegetation and varying in height from 3 to more than 30 metres. The most famous dune, Nappanerica or Big Red, is 40 metres in height.

Over the years we have had a lot of guests who have requested a Simpson Desert tour that starts and finishes in the same location, a loop, so we came up with this tour. And as we said earlier, a favourite of Adams! We meet up the night prior to departure in the iconic Birdsville hotel, where a delicious meal can be purchased. It’s a great place to meet your fellow travellers and a good night will be had by all. Most guests will stay at the Caravan park tonight, but if you want, why not book a room at the historic hotel?

The first morning of the tour for many is the most exciting, this is what you have been planning and dreaming about…your first sand dune! Air down in the tyres and we are into it, only a thousand or so more to navigate before Alice Springs! Tonight you will experience those magnificent desert stars, sitting around the fire and taking in natures light show.

We spend the next couple of days navigating the desert before popping out at a little tin shed oasis called Mount Dare, hot showers, hot food and a shed full of other travellers who you are able to yarn with over a beer at the bar.

Today we drive some great outback tracks , stopping in at the Geographical centre of Australia before heading to one of our favourite camp spots at a remote marker post, watching the sun set and rise, giving Uluru a run for its money any day of the week!

From here, the next day is an easy run to Alice Springs, driving past the airport, and if Covid is still impacting the worlds airlines and you love planes the sight here will amaze you, with planes parked nose to tail everywhere! There is so much to see and do in Alice Springs…enjoy your time, stock up and visit the old Telegraph station, one of the museums or the botanical gardens.

After the refresh of Alice we head out to the East Macdonnell ranges and here we will go as far as we can and stay the night a Ruby Gap, always stunning and a great drive into.

From here we join the Binns track for a while, winding our way to our last fuel stop before the beginning of the Hay River track. More wonderful night skies and exciting tracks before returning to our start point of Birdsville.

What a trip you have just travelled, through two states and a territory and returning back to our start point. On the way you have collected new friends and memories that will live with you forever.

For any more information on this tour or any of the other tours Tracks 4×4 Tagalong offer please give Adam a call on 0408780072

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• 10-22/8 '24

• Experienced trip leader with first aid skills and all communication equipment
• Desert Parks pass
• Hay River Track permit
• All National Park and indigenous lands permits
• Camping fees
• Price is for 2 people in 1 vehicle, additional adult $350 child u/14 $200
• This is a self-catered tour so no meals are provided
• Tours you undertake on rest day at Alice Springs

• Call us on 021 924 427

Simpson Desert Safari

Nz 4×4 treks goes to the  simpson desert .

The mighty Simpson Desert in the “dead” centre of Australia. 1100 Sand Dunes to cross, the longest Dunes in the World (up to 200km). Join our Australian Guide on this epic adventure.

11 Day Aussie Icons Trek

Explore the Outback Icons of Birdsville, the Simpson Desert, William Creek, Oodnadatta Track, Maree, Birdsville Track, Innamincka and The Dig Tree (among others) on this fantastic 11 day trek.

We’ve taken away the hassle and uncertainty of organising a trip like this and the risk of doing it alone. Your guide is experienced in leading remote tours and a qualified four wheel driving instructor, so even if you’re not experienced in Outback travel, you will be coached along the way. You will come away from a trip like this with 4WD skills to last you a lifetime.

Starting in Windorah at the edge of the sealed roads, we take you to the most iconic Outback town, Birdsville, and the most notorious sand dune in the country, Big Red for a “ Sand Driving Master Class “. After two nights in Birdsville, we travel South along the Birdsville Track and then take some of the lesser travelled Desert tracks, spending 4 nights crossing the Simpson.

Emerging from the Simpson at Dalhousie Springs, we follow the Oodnadatta and Birdsville Tracks to encircle Lake Eyre. (There’s an option of a scenic flight over Lake Eyre from William Creek). After a night in Innamincka and a visit to The Dig Tree, we head East through Noccundra and end the tour back on the sealed road at Cunnamulla.

This is a trip of a lifetime brought to within reach of the family 4WD in the safe company of experienced guides. Call Steve ( 021924427 ) for a detailed itinerary. Tariff includes dinner at the famous Birdsville hotel and all camping fees.

As above, however, we can customise a group tour for our clients. Please call Steve on 021924427 or Contact us here .

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SIMPSON DESERT & OUTBACK

Put this one on your bucket list!! Think 4WD traversing of 1100 sand dunes including conquering the famous Big Red, perfect star lit nights and an end of day campfire with a glass of red.

Tag-along with us on this iconic outback tour, crossing the Simpson Desert in the heart of Australia. We travel through the QLD outback, checking out historic sites of the explorers Burke & Wills along the way, before arriving in Birdsville.

The real 4WD adventure begins as we leave Birdsville QLD and travel west into the Simpson Desert where you we will be totally self-sufficient and "off the grid" for the next 4 to 5 days travelling over some of the 1100 parallel sand dunes, camping at the end of each day in totally secluded locations with plenty of time to stop for sightseeing and photos along the way. We will visit Dalhousie Springs for a swim & chance to wash off some dust in the natural hot springs.

Visiting the ruins of Dalhousie Homestead established in 1872 will allow you to witness and imagine a life in this harsh outback climate before heading into Mt Dare for a chance to restock and refuel along with hot showers and a pub style meal.

From here you can choose to say good-bye & travel on to Alice Springs or south towards Adelaide and home or better still stay with us as we head back to Birdsville via the Madigan Line in the Northern Territory. This part of the adventure travels via the outback station of Old Andado with the original homestead and outbuildings able to be inspected to gain an insight into outback life in the early 1900's.

For the next 4 to 5 days, we then follow the route taken by Dr Cecil Madigan in 1939 with his party of nine, supported by camels, as he crossed the desert as part of a scientific expedition of the area.  You will be amazed at the incredible outback scenery as you travel along one of Australia's most remote desert tracks.

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Simpson Desert Ultimate Guide

A trip to the simpson desert is the ultimate outback adventure. .

From my very first visit to the Simpson Desert back in 2002, I have been captivated by this deeply beautiful and moving place.

The feeling of hundreds of kilometres of dunes stretching out before you beneath an immense blue sky, where few people dare to venture is something you’ll never forget.

So on this page, we’ve put together an overview of this iconic desert, packed with information and links that you’ll need if you’re planning a trip into the Simpson.

The Simpson is made up of 1100 parallel sand dunes that run north-north-west to south-south-east.

Some of these dunes are 200 kilometres long, and tracks like the Old Andado, Colson or Hay River tracks have been made in the swales (the dips) of the dunes and run for tens of kilometres.

Far from being desolate, the Simpson is home to an incredible array of birds, animals and plants. In certain places like Purnie Bore , underground water bubbles to the surface and turns the desert into an oasis where life thrives.

The Simpson Desert is both beautiful AND challenging. If you’re thinking about exploring this magic place, you’ll need to be VERY well prepared.

Which is why we’ve created the Simpson Desert Ultimate Guide to help you start planning your adventure.

Quick Facts

Here are some BIG Simpson Facts:

• Area: 170,000 sq kilometres
• Fourth largest desert in Australia
• The Simpson has the longest parallel dunes in the world
• Some dunes are 200km long
• Estimated number of parallel sand dunes: 1100+
• The tallest dune is Nappanerica or Big Red. It’s 40 metres high!
• Annual rainfall ranges from 150-200mm
• Temperatures ranging from -2 Celsius to 50 degrees Celsius have been recorded

Where is it?

The Simpson is situated in the far north of South Australia near Lake Eyre, and extends north into the Northern Territory for almost 300km all the way to the Plenty Highway, and east into Queensland to Birdsville.

The Simpson Desert is BIG!

It takes up 170,000 square kilometres. It straddles three states: the Northern Territory, South Australia and Queensland.

There are no towns or cities in the desert ; only a hand full of Aboriginal Outstations in the north and north-west, and a few pastoral stations.

Click here to download a free location map

Want maps you can buy that show you all the Great Desert Tracks? You can find them here .

There are hundreds of kilometres between fuel, food and water stops on most of the crossings.

If you’re planning a crossing, you’ll absolutely need a well-prepared 4WD and previous 4WDing experience.

However, there’s also ways to experience the Simpson Desert WITHOUT needing to weeks to see it or advanced 4WDing skills (we’ll show you how below).

Getting there

Via the Northern Territory:

• Leave the Stuart Highway at Kulgera, and head to Finke, then drive to New Crown Station.
• Cross into South Australia near Charlotte Waters and head on to Mt Dare Homestead (located in Witjira National Park)
• Then, travel via Dalhousie Springs and Spring Creek to Purnie Bore.

Via Oodnadatta:

• Travel from Hamilton Station to Mt Dare or via the Pedirka Desert to Dalhousie Springs.
• From Dalhousie Springs, travel via Spring Creek then Purnie Bore.

Via Birdsville:

• Route 1: Travel from Birdsville along the QAA line to Poeppel Corner. This is a spectacular part of the desert where you’ll be travelling over some massive dunes! Going can be slow, so take your time and enjoy the trip!
• Route 2: Head along the Shire road which leaves the inside Birdsville Track southwest of Birdsville. Turn onto the QAA Line at the Big Red sand dune 33km from Birdsville and head west into the desert.

National Parks

Much of the Simpson is protected within four national parks (or conservation reserves), protecting a total of 54,338 square kilometres of land.

This sounds like a lot, but when you remember that the Simpson covers almost 200,000 square kilometres, this means that only a quarter of the desert is protected.

These national parks are:

• Witjira National Park
• Simpson Desert Regional Reserve
• Simpson Desert Conservation Reserve
• Simpson Desert National Park

Click on the links above to learn more about each park, how to get there, facilities, what to see and do.

The largest portion of the desert, which lies in the Northern Territory, is now Aboriginal Land, and you’ll need various permits to enter it.

One very popular track which travels through Aboriginal Land is the Hay River Track.

Permits for the Hay River Track are relatively easy to get are available via the Central Land Council. You can apply online here.

If you’re planning on crossing the Simpson Desert via any of the tracks which travel through South Australia, such as the French Line, the QAA Line or the WAA Line, you’ll need to purchase a Desert Parks Pass from the South Australian Parks and Wildlife Service.

Click here to download and purchase a Desert Parks Pass (link takes you to a SA government website). At the time of writing, the cost of the pass was $171.

Be aware that all national parks in the Simpson Desert are closed in summer, from 1 December-15 March.

That’s not a typo, either. Remember: in outback Australia, summer goes from December through March.

This is just a glimpse the Simpson’s history:

• The Lower Southern Arrernte, Wangkangarru and sometimes, Jeljendi Aboriginal peoples have lived in the Simpson Desert for at least 5000 years
• The Wangkangurru people maintained a series of wells in the east of the desert which allowed them to live permanently in the Simpson
• One of the first European (white) people to traverse the Simpson from south to north was David Lindsay in 1886
• Pastoralist ,Ted Colson, and Aboriginal man, Peter Ains, made a crossing of the desert from west to east and back again in 1936
• Cecil Madigan named the desert ‘the Simpson’ in 1929
• Madigan made his famous Simpson Desert Crossing in 1939
• In early 1960s, the French Petroleum Company made a series of exploration tracks which have now become magnets for 4WD enthusiasts
• The Simpson Desert Conservation Park in South Australia was the first reserve in the desert, declared in 1967
• The Simpson Desert Land Claim, heard in 2009, handed back 18,000km of land to the Aboriginal Traditional Owners of part of the Simpson Desert in the Northern Territory

The Simpson Desert climate can be described as ‘arid’.

Its rainfall is low, averaging only 150mm per year. Weather is very hot in summer, but temperate in winter. Winter nights often fall below freezing.

In other words, the climate is one of extremes.

Temperatures average 36-39C in summer and 18-24C in winter. However, summer temperatures of 50C have been recorded!

Ranger colleagues have experienced temperatures of 50C during summer whilst camping at the Mac Clarke Conservation Reserve on the Simpson’s eastern edge, and have, unfortunately, had to sleep in them! We don’t recommend this!

January and February are the hottest months of the year.

July is generally the coolest month in the Simpson. The temperature can drop below freezing, and frosts occur on 50% of mornings.

This table shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures for each month.

Rainfall varies widely in the Outback, and the Simpson’s rainfall is one of the lowest in Australia.

The main influence upon rainfall is tropical lows and cyclones.

That’s right. If there’s a cyclone (a hurricane) in the Kimberly region of Western Australia, it might travel all the way down through the Red Centre to the Simpson Desert.

The Simpson Desert is at the absolute maximum extent of these tropical rain events. It’s also a long way inland, away from the ocean and there are no large mountain ranges to attract clouds.

Therefore, the Simpson Desert climate relies on the tail-end of tropical rainfall events.

Cyclones and other tropical weather patterns lose their puff as they travel south over the Tanami and Alice Springs, so predictably, the Simpson Desert’s rainfall is one of the lowest in Australia.

However, rain can fall at anytime in the Simpson Desert. Some years, no rain falls at all, whilst in other years (like 2010 -2011), there is widespread flooding!

It can also get quite windy at certain times of the year. Dust storms are infrequent, but do occur about 4 -5 times per year.

During October to March when it’s warmer, most of the winds come from the southeast.

In autumn (fall) and winter, it tends to be less windy.

However, like many parts of Australia, the period from October- December can be quite windy, although gales are rare.

Aboriginal people around Alice Springs often call this the ‘sickness’ season, as many people get eye, ear, nose and throat infections at this time of the year, which are thought to be caused by the wind.

When to Visit

May, June and July are the ideal times to visit.

In June and July, you can expect clear days with perfect blue skies, and temperatures of around 20C. The nights often fall below 0C (30F), so make sure you take plenty of warm clothes and a warm sleeping bag.

However, we have to say that there is nothing like a July night in the Simpson Desert, spent sleeping under the stars.

The best views on Earth of the Milky Way are to be found here! You won’t believe the number of stars you’ll see.

Maps and Guidebooks

In this section, we’ll recommend the resources we’ve found most helpful in our explorations of the Simpson Desert.

If you’d like to learn more about the history, exploration, flora and fauna of the desert, then The Simpson Desert by Mark Shephard is the ultimate book to read.

Unfortunately, Shephard’s very enjoyable book (it’s a must for all Simpson Desert fans!) is long out of print. Copies sell occasionally on Ebay and through book collectors at around $130 AUD.

However, if you live in Australia, you might be able to find it at a local library, or have your local library order it in.

Desert Tracks Atlas

Hema’s Great Desert Tracks Map Pack   is the ultimate outback track guide. As well as the Simpson Desert, it covers every desert track right across Australia.

However, its coverage of the Simpson is excellent. You’ll find lots of information on all of the tracks which cross the desert, what to take, how to prepare your vehicle, and an overview of the flora, fauna and cultural history of this fascinating place.

This is a large format, r4 map pack printed on specially coated paper to make it hard wearing. In other words, it’s especially suited to bumping along in the back of a 4WD across the desert.

If you are planning a trip to the desert, DO NOT leave home without this map pack.

In fact, we’d advise that you buy this book before you go to do all of your trip planning.

Whether you’re a ‘desert lover’ (AKA seriphile) or just someone looking for a serious 4WD journey, this informative guide with its easy-to-follow maps, is an indispensable companion.

Another of our favourites is Hema’s Simpson Desert Map .

Just like the Hema Desert Tracks Guide, Hema’s Simpson Desert Map is packed with must-know details.

You’ll find information on road distances, fuel stops, supplies and accommodation, GPS coordinates, info about track conditions, tips for driving, points of interest, notes about history, wildlife and Aboriginal culture.

The Simpson Desert really is a place that captures the heart. Make sure you visit some of the other pages in this section of the website for more Simpson Desert Facts.

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• Small group size - 19
• All meals including all breakfasts, lunches and dinners while on tour
• 4 nights of hotel and resort accommodation
• 9 nights of deluxe camping with full facilities. All equipment is provided and is the most modern, comfortable and user friendly available
• Services of 5 professional Driver Guides
• Travel aboard specialised tour vehicles - the Mercedes Benz 'G' Wagon
• Outback Spirit Explorer Pack (for first-time travellers only)

Moments of  Magic

Starry nights.

In the desert, the Milky Way seems so close that you can almost reach out and touch it. Gaze in awe as the night sky comes alive with millions of stars, a truly incredible experience.

Endless dunes

The Simpson Desert is the world’s largest parallel sand dune desert, with dunes stretching as far as the eye can see. Venture into this awe-inspiring landscape and admire the stunning views at sunset.

Dalhousie Springs

Take a dip in the hot springs of this beautiful oasis, surrounded by lush vegetation and an abundance of wildlife. Part of the Great Artesian Basin, it sits on the edge of the Simpson Desert.

Chambers Pillar

The spectacular Chamber’s Pillar rises majestically from the desert plain and stands nearly 200 feet tall. Camp nearby and enjoy stunning sunset views from its viewing platform.

Itinerary & Accommodation Snapshot

Please check your required arrival time with the office before booking your flights.

Today you will be greeted by our friendly and professional Tour Directors. After checking in to the Mercure Alice Springs Resort, the remainder of the day can be spent at your leisure. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner and tour briefing at the hotel restaurant. Meal (D)

Today the adventure begins as we depart Alice Springs and follow the Old Ghan Railway south. Stop to view the Ewaninga Rock Carvings, a highly-concentrated series of petroglyphs which provide a valuable link to the activities of early Arrernte Aboriginal people. Sandstone outcrops form natural galleries which contain a great variety of symbols and motifs.

Later this morning we continue heading south to Titjikala and visit the Tapatjatjaka Art and Craft Centre. Browse through the gallery and chat to some of the artists before heading west towards the Chambers Pillar Historical Reserve. Here we'll set up camp and your crew will help you get familiarised with the equipment. Late this afternoon, enjoy a walk to Chambers Pillar for a magnificent desert sunset.  Meals (B.L.D)

This morning we depart Chambers Pillar and once again follow the Old Ghan Railway south. Your knowledgeable guides will tell you all about this fascinating part of Australian history as you head towards Finke.

At Finke we will top up with fuel before heading through Old Crown station. Here the landscape opens up and we start to cross our first large dunes on our way to Old Andado.

At Old Andado we will learn about the stations somewhat tragic history. The homestead is frozen in time and very little has changed since its last inhabitant Molly Clarke left.

After some time exploring the station buildings, we will move on to visit some of Australia’s rarest trees at the Mac Clark Acacia Peuce Conservation Reserve. These trees once covered large areas of land that surrounds the Simpson Desert. Today they only survive at two other sites near Birdsville and Boulia.

Tonight, we will camp among the sand dunes at Madigan Camp 1A. Meals   (B.L.D)

Today we begin crossing one of the least travelled tracks across the Simpson Desert. We follow the path of Cecil Madigan and his scientific expedition across the here in 1939. Although he was not the first white man to cross the desert, he became known as one of the last classic explorers of Australia.

The dunes here are frequent and the terrain slow going. With detailed planning and preparation Madigan’s expedition took 25 days to travel 570 kilometres from Old Andado to Birdsville.

He did it on foot and with camels. With our G-Wagons we will take just 4 days averaging not much more than 20kph. Travelling slowly though the desert will give us plenty of opportunity to view the desert flora and fauna. On a good season the wildflowers will be abundant, and if we are really lucky, we may get a glimpse of the elusive Eyrean grasswren. Meals   (B.L.D)

As Day 4. Meals   (B.L.D)

Continuing along the Madigan Line we will travel on part of the Hay River Track. The Hay River was an ancient travelling route for Aboriginal people moving across the desert from north to south.

Evidence of their stone tool making sites still exist here. Although usually dry there are numerous Coolabah trees marking the path of the river. As we travel towards Queensland border and the Munga-Thirri National Park the vegetation will begin to change.

Large stands of Gidgee trees appear between the sand dunes. Camels often frequent these areas so keep a sharp eye out as we crest each dune.

Tonight, we will camp among the fragrant Gidgee Trees. Meals   (B.L.D)

Today we will swing south along the Madigan Line through Adria Downs Station. Adria Downs is private property and Outback Spirit has received special permission to traverse through the station.

We will visit the Annandale Station ruins; the first QLD station purchased by Sir Sidney Kidman in 1896. Continuing south along Eyre Creek we will meet up with the QAA Line for the final leg to Birdsville.

The sand dunes here are much larger than what we have seen so far with spectacular views. Depending on previous traffic and how dry it is these dunes can become quite a challenge.

Our final dune for the day will be Napperanica (Big Red). For the adventurous and if conditions are right, we may have a go at the ‘hard way’. We will take a little time to enjoy the late afternoon views on the dune before hitting the bitumen and onto Birdsville.

We will have two nights at the Birdsville Hotel where we can enjoy a pub meal and a cold beer. The former founder of Outback Spirit, Courtney Ellis now owns and operates this iconic property. Meals   (B.L.D)

Today is a day of rest in Birdsville for passengers and crew alike. Catch up on washing, visit some of the sights around town or wander down to the edge of the Diamantina River. Our meals for the day will be at the hotel.  Meals   (B.L.D)

Leaving Birdsville, we will return to Big Red and spend a little time soaking up the view in the morning light. We will continue back to Eyre Creek and tackle the same QAA Line dunes in reverse.

Due to the prevailing winds the dunes are steeper when travelling from East to West and after re-stocking in Birdsville even more challenging.

The QAA Line is one of hundreds of mostly straight tracks made in the desert by oil exploration expeditions as early as the 1960’s.

The ‘shot lines’ were usually made with bulldozers, cleared and smoothed to allow access to seismic equipment. Sensors would be laid and explosive shots detonated to listen to echoes of possible resources under the ground.

Fortunately for us no viable quantities of resources were found. Today comparatively few of these exploratory tracks remain and are kept open simply by the tourist traffic. The QAA was originally kept open for access to Poeppel Corner from Birdsville.

Towards the end of the day, we will come across the some of the larger, and sometimes muddy salt lakes of the Simpson Desert. If necessary, we will pick our way through the drier tracks and skirt around the edges of the lakes before camping on higher ground near Poeppel Corner. Meals   (B.L.D)

Beginning the day, we visit three states at once and learn about why the surveyor Poeppel placed the original post in the wrong spot. Continuing on we will travel along the French Line visiting the geological anomaly of the Approdinna Attora Knolls. Standing out amongst the red sand, these two flat topped hills of white gypseous rock were once dunes formed of flour gypsum that later hardened to their present form. Today they offer some of the best views in the Simpson.

From here we have a few options of tracks to make our way across the deeper part of the desert. Depending on conditions we may take the more southern and difficult WAA Line.

Our camp sites for the next two nights will be among the Simpson’s big sand dunes. A climb to the top of the nearest dune at sunset is well worth the effort; the breathtaking view and change in colours a true feast for the eyes.

In the evening, enjoy sitting around the campfire as your crew prepare dinner and explain the fascinating landscape. On clear nights, star gazing is truly an incredible experience. Meals   (B.L.D)

As Day 10. Meals   (B.L.D)

The sand dunes will begin to get smaller as we reach the end of the French Line and visit Purnee Bore. At 1.9km deep and was made by the French Petroleum Company when exploring for oil in 1963. Artesian Basin water still flows out of the bore and creates a rare oasis in the desert.

Leaving the sand dunes, we will move on towards Dalhousie Springs for a well-earned soak in the naturally heated artesian water that rises naturally to the surface through underground fault lines.

This popular spot has a campground, ranger station and change room. The springs themselves have easy access via stairs so you can relax in the water with minimal effort.

After drying off and some lunch we will continue on through the ever-changing landscape towards Mt Dare where we will camp for the night and have a meal at the infamous Mt Dare Hotel.

No doubt there will be other travellers here celebrating their crossing of the Simpson. Meals   (B.L.D)

Returning to civilisation, we pack up camp for the final time and exit the Witjira National Park saying goodbye to South Australia and head to the ruins of Charlotte Waters. This was the site of an old Telegraph Repeater station built in 1872.

Continuing north we will meet up with the road to Finke and make our way back along the Old Ghan Railway, before re-joining the main track and set our sights for Alice Springs.

Arriving mid-afternoon, we check in the Mercure Alice Springs for the final night of our adventure. Enjoy a celebratory dinner together and relive the expedition with your fellow travellers. Meals   (B.L.D)

After breakfast this morning you’ll be transferred to the airport or your accommodation if staying on.  (B)

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Simpson Desert – Hema Maps 8 Day 4wd Tag Along Tour

• 4 May to 12 May, 2024
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• Central Australia
• Driver/Vehicle – $1,699
• Passenger – $499
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Specification, upcoming simpson desert tag along tour dates:.

• 4 May to 12 May, 2024 – Tour Full –   Your Tour Guides are Ben & Hayley
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• 4 May to 12 May, 2025 

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Experience the ultimate Australian adventure by joining our 8 day tag along tour of the Simpson Desert & beyond. This carefully crafted itinerary offers an unforgettable journey through iconic landscapes, historic landmarks, and captivating natural wonders that few have had the privilege to witness.

Your journey will take you deep into the heart of one of the most remote and rugged areas of the country. You’ll explore ancient landscapes, vast desert dunes, and rugged outback terrain.

This adventure will take you into the outback of Australia starting near Peterborough, South Australia and head through the Flinders Ranges, up the historic Oodnadatta Track and across the Simpson Desert for 3 days of sand travelling. You will cross the largest parallel sand dune system in the world, crossing around 1,100 sand dunes and ending in Birdsville to watch the sunset over Big Red and finish the tour off with a hearty meal at Birdsville Hotel, on us!

You’ll travel in a convoy of 4WD vehicles, with each participant driving their own vehicle with guidance and support from our experienced guides. Each night we sets up camp in a new location under the stars while swapping stories with fellow adventurers.

• Flinders Ranges – Immerse yourself in the breath-taking beauty of the Flinders Ranges, with its rugged gorges, ancient rock formations, and abundant wildlife.
• Oodnadatta Track and Sidings – Follow in the footsteps of early pioneers along the historic Oodnadatta Track, exploring its intriguing sites and soaking up its rich heritage.
• The Old Ghan train line history – Explore the fascinating history of the Old Ghan Railway, which played a vital role in shaping the outback.
• Mount Dare Hotel – Experience true outback hospitality and accommodation at the iconic Mount Dare Hotel.
• Dalhousie Hot Springs – Soak in the warm waters of Dalhousie Springs, a natural oasis in the heart of the Simpson Desert.
• Simpson Desert – Traverse the legendary Simpson Desert and conquer the massive 1,100 dunes that line the horizon and immerse yourself in the raw beauty of this outback wonderland.
• Poeppel’s Corner – see where Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory meet at this remote part of Australia.
• Big Red – tackle the deserts biggest dune and stand atop the awe-inspiring sand dune and witness a mesmerising outback sunset.
• Birdsville Hotel – Raise a glass at the world-renowned Birdsville Pub, an outback pub rich in history and character.
• Campfire set up for you
• Remote camping and tracks
• Travelling with likeminded travellers
• And so much more!

What’s Included

• Accommodation and Camp Fees
• Dinner on First and last night of tour
• Desert Parks Pass & National Park Fees
• Qualified 4wd Driver Trainer Lead Guide with over 20 years’ experience with outback and remote area travel
• Remote First Aid trained guides and extensive First Aid kit with AED
• Support Vehicle with emergency satellite communication & GPS
• Mechanical support
• Photography and videography package of your vehicle tackling the tracks
• FREE Vehicle inspections in one of our 4wd Shops near you

What’s Not Included

• Meals, with the exception of first and last night on tour.

What to bring

• Sand Flag, these can be purchased from our shop
• Basic Recovery Gear (Snatch strap, shackles etc)
• UHF Radio 80 Channel (Car mounted or portable)
• Camping gear (Tent, Swag etc)
• Camp Chairs
• Changes of clothes for the time we’re away, suitable to the weather conditions
• Food and drinks and cooking gear
• Enough water and drinks for you and your passengers for the duration of the trip
• Hat, sunscreen, sun glasses, toiletries, medication
• Cash, for times EFT may be down in outback petrol station and pubs

Vehicle/driver suitability

• Front and rear recovery points are required for this trip.
• This an easy to moderate trip in terms of difficulty, participating drivers do not need to have previous 4WD experience before joining this trip.
• A sand flag must be used when crossing the desert.
• All drivers must be licensed
• Vehicles must be registered and in roadworthy condition
• Comprehensive Vehicle Insurance is required

FREE pre and post trip inspections in our workshop for each vehicle registered for the trip. Inspections must be booked with the Narellan store.

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL ON THIS TRIP

• Only booked customers will be permitted to join us on the trip.
• This trip will be strictly limited to 10 vehicles.
• A $500 non-refundable deposit is taken upon booking
• Final payment is payable 4 weeks prior to tour start date

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After conquering the infamous "Big Red" and having dinner in the famous Birdsville Pub we cross the Stony Desert to Cordillo Downs and Innamincka. On the way we camp on a real outback Station and visit Burke and Wills' famous Dig Tree. Two nights camped on Cooper Creek allows us to soak in the atmosphere of this beautiful spot. Then we travel down the Strezlecki Track to Cameron Corner, Fort Grey, Sturt National Park and Tibooburra, then to Broken Hill.

This is a trip of a lifetime brought to within reach of the family 4WD in the safe company of experienced guides. Call Vic for a detailed itinerary. Tariff includes dinner, bed & breakfast at the famous Birdsville Hotel, dinner, bed & breakfast at Tibooburra and all camping fees.

Basic Requirements For This Tour

Fuel You will need to carry V6 petrols = 160 litres, Straight 6 and V8 = 200 litres, Diesel = 140 litres (this includes your fuel tank)

Spares/equipment A UHF radio – we can hire you a radio Carry a snatch strap and rated shackles (see our shop if you need recovery equipment) Spare Fan belts, fuel filter, oil and brake fluid, 1 extra spare tyre

Driver experience Prior experience not necessary as we will assist you as we go or you might consider attending our driver training course. - Do you require Driver Training?

Food This is a self catered tour, bring your own food and drink requirements, we supply a gas BBQ for your use in camp.

Camping gear You need to supply your own camping gear, this is a camping tour there is no accommodation option. Carry warm clothing at all times.

Facilities There are pit toilets and showers at some of our camp sites.

More Info – will be sent to you once you register with your deposit

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Great Divide Tours reserves the right to cancel or alter any tour or course at any time. Great Divide Tours will determine if any refund is due if this action occurs.

In the event of you canceling a booking the following refund policy applies. Deposits are non refundable. If your booking can be reallocated to another participant then the deposit can be transferred to another tour of your choice which must be taken within 18 months of the original booked tour. The full tour fee is payable 4 weeks prior to the tour and is not refundable after this time. You should consider taking out Travel Insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances including illness, vehicle problems or family matters.

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$4,900 per vehicle/per couple extra persons $500 under 12 years $300

Deposit $1,500

Tour fee includes 2 adults, camping & national parks fees, dinner bed & breakfast at Birdsville Hotel, entry to the Dig Tree & dinner bed & breakfast in Tibooburra

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