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Get out back to the Red Centre and beyond.
See the Red Centre and the Top End on an Outback adventure through Australia’s heart, spending 15 days travelling from Adelaide to Darwin. From the orange-rock spires of Warren Gorge, the underground mining town of Coober Pedy, the towering domes of Kata Tjuta, the traditional rock art in Ubirr, the swimming holes of World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park to the towering rock walls of Katherine Gorge, you’ll get an insightful top-to-tail Australian adventure. Along the way, learn about Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander legends and customs during the Top Didj cultural experience and discover the history of the First Peoples of Australia at Anbangbang. This trip will leave you with a profound appreciation of Australia's First Nations significance and rugged natural beauty.
- Start
- Adelaide, Australia
- Finish
- Darwin, Australia
- Destinations
- South Australia, Outback, Northern Territory, Uluru, Kakadu
- Style
- Original
- Theme
- Explorer
- Code
- POAAD
- Physical rating
- Ages
- Min 18
- Group size
- Min 6, Max 24
Why you'll love this trip
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See the best of Australia’s iconic Red Centre on guided walks around Uluru, Kings Canyon and the ancient red domes of Kata Tjuta.
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Journey into the heart of the stunning Flinders Ranges and take an easy hike around Wilpena Pound, a natural amphitheatre of rocky mountains.
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'Noodle' for opals, hang out with some rescued joeys and spend the night in a subterranean bunker in the Outback town of Coober Pedy.
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Discover the wonders of Kakadu National Park. See ancient traditional rock art and consider taking an optional flight over the astounding landscapes.
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The Mary River Wetlands feature myriad wildlife, including the highest concentration of saltwater crocodiles in the southern hemisphere. Get up close to the snappy beasts on a river cruise.
Is this trip right for you?
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Don’t let the heat keep you from exploring the world! Temperatures in the Red Centre can be extreme. During the day the weather can be very hot (and the Australian sun is very strong) so please bring appropriate clothing, use sun protection and drink plenty of water. In the evenings temperatures really drop, so bring base layers and warm clothing.
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This is a basic trip, covering the highlights of Australia's Flinders Ranges, Red Centre, and Top End. This trip involves a partial camping experience, giving you access to more remote destinations at close proximity, and the joy of experiencing the elements. This is a participatory trip – a fancy way of saying you’re not just along for the ride, but you are part of a team! Be prepared to roll up your sleeves and help out with camp activities like food prep and washing up. It’s all about giving your new travel mates a hand, and everyone knows there’s nothing worse than trying to put up a tent on your own! While conditions can be basic and facilities are minimal, it’s all part of the adventure.
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On most days of the trip, you’ll spend several hours driving through very sparse areas of desert. Crank up the tunes and sit back to enjoy landscapes that you would miss in any other form of travel.
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Please note that when you stay underground in Coober Pedy, the accommodation may be mixed gender multi-share, depending on room configurations. As such, the minimum age for the trip is 18 years old because minors cannot sleep in mixed gender rooms.
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The Top End & Kakadu portion of this trip has a strict luggage limit of 10kg. Excess luggage can not be carried however, it can be stored at Darwin accommodation.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves a lot of walking, allowing you to truly enjoy the surrounding nature. Some hikes are longer and more challenging than others. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes and comfortable clothing.
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Itinerary
Included Activities
- Wilpena Pound
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is approximately 6 hours. You’ll be picked up from the YHA Adelaide at 8.30 am, so please arrive at least ten minutes before.Warren Gorge provides stunning ochre rock faces that complement the blue skies. Keep your eyes peeled for the very well camouflaged local rock wallabies. Tonight, you’ll stay in the quintessential South Australian town of Quorn.
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
The total driving time today is approximately 3.5 hours.Accommodation
- Underground Multishare (1 night)
Included Activities
- Anna Creek Station
- Coober Pedy Mine tour
- Josephine’s Gallery and Kangaroo Orphanage
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time today is approximately 6 hours.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Dingo Fence
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Today driving time will be about 8 hours.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Uluru & Kata Tjuta National Park Entrance
- Uluru Base Walk
- Uluru Cultural Centre
- Kata Tjuta
- Maruku Arts cultural experience
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
There isn't much driving today, about an hour in total between destinations. You will walk approximately 5 km.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Watarrka National Park Entry Fees
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Driving time is about 6 hours today, and you will walk approximately 2 km.Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Kings Canyon Rim Walk
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special Information
Driving time today is approximately 5 hours back to Alice Springs, and the Rim Walk is approximately 6km.For the Kings Canyon Rim Walk it is a requirement that you have a minimum of 3 litres of water with you. Please consider bringing your own refillable water bottles.
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Litchfield National Park
- Pudakul Cultural Experience
Meals Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time: approximately 5.5 hours (approximately 400 km)Total walking time: approximately 45 minutes
Please note that all tents are twin-share and come with a proper bed.
Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Ubirr Rock
- Kakadu National Park Fee
- Mary River cruise
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time: approximately 6.5 hours (approximately 550 km)Total walking time: approximately 2 hours
Accommodation
- Permanent tented camp (with shared facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
- Bowali Visitor Centre
- Pine Creek Gold-Mining Centre
- Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
Optional Activities
- Flight (Fixed Wing Aircraft) over - Kakadu - from - AUD150
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Special Information
Total driving time: approximately 5.5 hours (approximately 400 km)Total walking time: approximately 1 hour
Included Activities
- Edith Falls
Optional Activities
- Katherine Gorge Scenic Cruise - AUD95
Meals Included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Special Information
Total driving time: approximately 5 hours (approximately 400 km)Total walking time: approximately 1 hour
Meals
9 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 9 dinnersTransport
All Terrain vehicleAccommodation
Hotel (5 nights), Underground shared bunkhouse (1 night), Permanent furnished tented camp (7 nights)Included activities
- Wilpena Pound
- Anna Creek Station
- Coober Pedy Mine tour
- Josephine’s Gallery and Kangaroo Orphanage
- Dingo Fence
- Uluru & Kata Tjuta National Park Entrance
- Uluru Base Walk
- Uluru Cultural Centre
- Kata Tjuta
- Maruku Arts cultural experience
- Watarrka National Park Entry Fees
- Kings Canyon Rim Walk
- Litchfield National Park
- Pudakul Cultural Experience
- Ubirr Rock
- Kakadu National Park Fee
- Mary River cruise
- Bowali Visitor Centre
- Pine Creek Gold-Mining Centre
- Maguk (Barramundi Gorge)
- Edith Falls
Dates & availability
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Important notes
1. Tour commences in Adelaide on Day 1 at 8:30 am and finishes in Darwin Day 14 at approximately 6 pm
2. For the Kings Canyon Rim Walk it is a requirement that you have a minimum of three litres of water with you. Please consider bringing your own refillable water bottles.
3. The Top End & Kakadu portion of this trip has a strict luggage limit of 10kg. Excess luggage can not be carried however, it can be stored at Darwin accommodation.
4. This trip requires a sleeping bag
5. This is a combination trip, made up of two of our most popular trips.

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