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NULLARBOR ADVENTURE
Adelaide to Perth (10 Days/9 Nights) or Perth to Adelaide (9 Days/8 Nights)
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These trips for free spirited travellers give the opportunity to explore the vast landscape of the Nullarbor Plain, rather than whizzing across it by train, plane or express bus.  The route remains close to the coast for most of the way with opportunities to explore wonderful coastal scenery and beaches.  It is a part of Australia that should not be missed!  The camping is a mixture of national parks, camp grounds (with showers and toilets), bush camps (no facilities) and a farm retreat.  There are usually two or three departures during the winter months when the tours are entirely accommodated, using mainly backpacker hostels and cabins in camping grounds.
The maximum group number is 19, travelling on a 21 seater bus, and the trip is a mixture of camping and accommodated nights.  On the accommodated nights you will stay in country pubs in basic tourist  class accommodation.  This is not a luxury trip but if you have the time and the right attitude, it beats conventional transport!

Summary of Nullarbor Adventure Tour Options
Adelaide to Perth (10 Day) Nullarbor Adventure                      Perth to Adelaide (9 Day) Nullarbor Adventure
Departure Date
ADELAIDE-PERTH 
2008
April 9, 30
May 21
Sept 3, 24
October l5, 29
November 12, 26
December 10, l7, 24, 31

2009
January 7, l4, 21, 28
February 4, 11, 18, 25
March 4, 11, 18, 25
  

 PERTH-ADELAIDE
2008
April 6, 20
May 11
June 1
 September 14
October 5, 26
November 9, 23
December 7, 21, 28

2009
January 4, 11, 18, 25
February 1, 8, 15, 22
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Nullarbor Adelaide to Perth Adventure - 10 Day Itinerary
Departs  Adelaide Bus Station at 7.00 am

DAY 1  Your adventure begins north from Adelaide as we venture into the Southern Flinders Ranges.
The tour jumps on board a Pichi Richi Camel Trek to explore South Australia's premier national park. This is followed by a bush tucker lunch in this pristine environment.
Stop off along the way to in typical rural towns. At the end of the first day’s journey we climb Mount Wudinna - second in size only to Ayers Rock for a magical sunset.
Tonight you will experience your first bush camp near some grantite outcrops on the edge of the Gawler Ranges National Park.
DAY 2
After a short drive you board the MV Investigator for a 4-5 hr cruise (own cost at $120 Inc GST). It's a relaxing day viewing and swimming with dolphins and Australian sea lions. Then visit the famous Murphy's Haystacks - the weird and wonderful - 100,000 year old granite inselbergs* shaped by the sands of time.
Continue on to Venus Bay - a beautiful sheltered beautiful bay.  On a coastal walk you may catch sight of dolphins as they frolic in and out of the waves.
Tonight you stay at Coodlie Park Farm Retreat.  Your hosts will take you on a unique nocturnal spotlighting tour looking for kangaroos, wombats and emus.
* An inselberg is an isolated hill, knob, ridge, or small mountain that rises abruptly from a level or gently sloping surrounding plain.
DAY 3
If you wish, there is the chance of a scenic flight today between Coodlie Park and Ceduna (own expense approx A$140 per person). Then travel further along the West coast of South Australia and after a short stop at Ceduna, check out the surf at one of Australia's best surf beaches, Cactus Beach.  You can do a coastal walk along some rugged coastline or relax with a book on a remote beach. Later in the afternoon head for the tiny pioneering settlement of Fowlers Bay, adjacent to massive sand dunes.  Finish off the day with some extreme fun sand boarding.   Overnight Fowlers Bay.
DAY 4
Leaving Fowlers Bay behind, cross the dingo fence and travel through Yalata Aboriginal lands and on to the Nullarbor Plain. In season [June – October] the Southern Right Whales migrate to the Head of the Bight. Up to 100 of these amazing mammals can be viewed from scenic lookouts. Outside of the whale season you will not be disappointed with the spectacular coastline and viewing platforms that showcase the majestic Nullarbor Cliffs. Stop stop at the locally famous wombat/camel/kangaroo road sign and call into Eucla, a former overland telegraph town now largely buried by sand dunes!
DAY 5
The Nullarbor Plain is the largest single piece of rock in the world. Beneath this lanscape is a honey comb type underground cave and lake system and as we travel through some real outback country and it will certainly give you a sense of the size of the vast and ancient land.
DAY 6
Arrive in Esperence (your first bit of civilization for some time) and while supplies are restocked you can look around this beautiful seaside port.
Later you set up camp for the next two nights only metres away from a picture postcard beach in the Cape le Grand National Park - the park is renowned for sandy beaches and crystal clear water.
A late afternoon hike up the granite formation known as “Frenchman Peak’ rewards you with fantastic views of the bays and islands of the Recherche Archipelago.
DAY 7
Another full day to enjoy this beautiful spot and it iss totally up to you how you want to spend your day.  There are some stunning coastal walks, you may like to swim, boogie board, snorkel, fish or just relax while lying on a pure white sandy beach - you might have to share the beach with a local kangaroo or two!
DAY 8
Leaving beautiful Cape Le Grande and Lucky Bay behind, you head for the Stirling Range or Fitzgerald River National Park, where you will do one of the many walks on offer.
Today is kept as flexible as possible as there are so many great spots to visit.  Your guide will decide the best route on the day - but it could involve a 4 hour trek [weather permitting].
Overnight destination is Porongurup.
DAY 9
The landscape changes dramatically as you head into the heart of the southern Eucalypt forests of W.A.  Take a walk on the tree top walk at the 'Valley of the Giants', a unique structure that takes you up into the canopy of ancient eucalypts called Red Tingle trees.
In the afternoon head to Wardan Aboriginal Centre for a dream time tour and to experience, learn, understand and appreciate more of the aboriginal culture of the area.
DAY 10
Highlights to day on your journey to Perth include calling at Ngilgi Cave (previously Yallingup Cave) named after a good spirit (Ngilgi) from a rich Aboriginal legend, and a visit to see Busselton Jetty, the longest wooden jetty (pier) in the southern hemisphere.

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Nullarbor Perth to Adelaide Adventure - 9 Day Itinerary
Departs  Perth city centre
DAY 1
Your adventure begins as you travel East over the Darling Ranges.  After a morning break in the attractive pioneering town of York, continue your journey South. The lunch stop will be at Wave Rock, where there is the opportunity to have a look at this amazing formation. After lunch, drive further south to a bush camp near the coast in the Fitzgerald River National Park, an internationally recognized world biosphere reserve with plenty of beautiful beaches, rugged coastline and the opportunity for a short walk or swim before dinner.
DAY 2
After a morning drive along the coast you arrive in Esperance with time to have a look around. A short drive brings you to the Cape Le Grand National Park where you set up camp only metres from a picture postcard beach. The afternoon is free to explore this stunning coastal Park with its white sandy beaches and crystal clear water. A late afternoon hike up the granite formation known as Frenchman Peak rewards you with fantastic views of the bays and islands of the Recherche Archipelago.
DAY 3
It is totally up to you how you would like to spend the morning enjoying this beautiful area. You may like to do one of the stunning coastal walks or go for a swim, boogie board, snorkel, fish or just relax and read a good book while lying on a pure white sandy beach. (You might have to share the beach with a local kangaroo or two!).  Mid afternoon head back north to the Eyre Highway to start your  eastbound journey.  Tonight stop at a bush camping site.

DAY 4
Today will certainly give you a sense of the size of this vast and ancient land. The Nullarbor Plain is the largest solid piece of rock in the world and is internationally recognized for its hidden treasures beneath the ground with an amazing subterranean cave and lake system. A great day travelling through some diverse Australian country 
DAY 5
Besides visiting old Eucla, an overland telegraph station town buried by sand dunes, see the majestic Nullarbor cliffs and stop at the famous wombat/camel/kangaroo road sign.  During the Southern Right Whales season (Jun-Oct), you will call into the Head of the Bight to view these amazing mammals. Continue on to the Nullarbor Plain and cross the Dingo Fence while travelling through Yalata Aboriginal lands. 
Later in the afternoon, head for the tiny old settlement of Fowlers Bay, adjacent to massive sand dunes, where you finish the day with some extreme fun sand boarding.
DAY 6
Leave Fowlers Bay behind and head further east into South Australia. After a short stop at Ceduna,  drive on to Streaky Bay to pick up lunch provisions, then on to Baird Bay to board the MV Investigator for a 4 - 5 hr cruise (own cost $100).  It’s a relaxing day on the boat, viewing and swimming with dolphins and Australian sea lions. A short drive brings you to Murphy’s Haystacks, incredible granite rock formations sculptured into wondrous and weird shapes over millions of years. Finally drive on to your night’s camp spot – Coodlie Park a unique farm retreat. 
DAY 7
Travel down to Talia Caves and explore the Wool Shed and The Tub before heading off to Elliston’s Great Ocean Tourist Drive with stunning sculptures contrasting with the Investigator group of Islands in the background.  Travel to Locks Well and admire the view and the man made 291 steps down to the Locks Well beach.  Next a short visit to Sheringa beach before travelling on through an old settlement called Nowhere Else, after which you settle into your overnight camp.
Day 8
Travel on to Adelaide passing Cowell, Whyalla and Pt Augusta.  Then through the eastern side of the Flinders Ranges and Horrick's Pass before enjoying a last awesome bush walk at Alligator Gorge. 
Finally travel through the picturesque Clare Valley and reflect on the experiences of the last eight action packed days as you head for South Australia’s capital city, Adelaide. 
A REVISED ITINERARY FOR THE NEW 9 DAY PERTH TO ADELAIDE WILL BE PUBLISHED SHORTLY.  As from April 2008, this tour will also swim with Tuna and have an optional caged swim with Great White Sharks in Port Lincoln! 

General Information
MEALS: Plenty of variety is offered with fresh produce whenever possible. Please advise of any special dietary requirements when you book.
CAMPING: The tours are camping adventures and participation and involvement is required from passengers.  All camping equipment necessary for your tour will be provided and sleeping bags can be hired for A$15. Please request sleeping bags at the time of booking. Tents are 3 person dome style shared by a maximum of 2 people.  Please note that 'bush camps' may not have any facilities.
WHAT TO BRING: personal belongings, sleeping bag , torch, walking shoes, swimmers, water bottle, insect repellent, hat, sunscreen. 
International travellers please note:
Bags are restricted to 1 backpack/soft travel bag up to 15kg per person, plus one small piece of hand luggage.  However, it is possible to send the rest of your luggage via Greyhound Bus to Perth/Adelaide.
 
Included
 ~Travel in air-conditioned mini coach with maximum 21 passengers
~  1 night farmstay in shearers' quarters with shared facilities and 2 nights bush camping (no facilities).  The remaining nights are spent in camping grounds with showers and toilets.  If the weather is extremely inclement, the guide may suggest stopping in accommodation at no extra charge.
 ~All meals from day 1 to lunch on day 9, except lunch on day  6 in the Adelaide to Perth direction and on day 2 in the Perth to Adelaide direction
 ~All camping fees and equipment (hire of sleeping bag possible for A$15 - please pre-book if required)
 ~All national park entry fees
Not included:
 ~Boat cruise/swim with sea lions and dolphins (approx. A$100)
 ~Scenic flight (approx. A$140)
 ~Entrance to the tree top walk (approx. A$6)

Fuel Surcharge:  As a consequence of the recent exceptional rise in Australian fuel prices, and the fact that fuel is a major cost in these tours, a fuel surcharge of A$5 per person per day will be payable on all departures from October 2005 until further notice.  The surcharge will be payable on arrival, at the departure point.
 

  
PRICES: Nullarbor Adventure Until 31 March '09   1 April'09 - 31 March'10 Truly
Ref
Prices are per person, per tour Share Twin Single Share Twin Single
Adelaide- Perth 9* day: camping with 1 night accommodated  A$1406 NA Request NA 1170
Perth- Adelaide 8* day: camping with 1 night accommodated  A$1256 NA Request NA 1172
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* From 1 April 2008, an extra day is added to each trip.  Adelaide-Perth becomes 10 days and Perth-Adelaide 9 days
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