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UNFORGETTABLE EYRE WILDERNESS ADVENTURES

7-day Small Group 4WD Adventure March to April 2016

SAVE $600* PER COUPLE

BRAND NEW TOUR JUST RELEASED! DEPARTING MARCH TO APRIL 2016.

Over recent weeks heavy rainfall in Northern Territory, Queensland and South has led to an influx of water into Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, an extremely rare occurrence. The lake takes on a pink hue, while vast array of bird life, including white pelicans and finches, begin to thrive. See this natural masterpiece spring to life with Poached-egg Daisies and Sturt Desert Peas in full bloom. One of the most spectacular views are the floodplains running between the sand dunes. Enjoy scenic flights over Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, traverse the iconic Track and immerse yourself in the incredible scenery of the Flinders Ranges.

Due to the timing of the rain, we have developed a touring BEST DOMESTIC BEST DOMESTIC BEST DOMESTIC BEST DOMESTIC program that will run from March to April. The water level TOUR OPERATOR TOUR OPERATOR TOUR OPERATOR TOUR OPERATOR 2012 2013 2014 2015 is expected to reach a depth of two metres in Belt Bay and should last through until the beginning of May*. Lake Eyre & Flinders Ranges 7 Day Small Group 4WD Adventure NT

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Explore the Flinders Ranges in your custom designed 4WD vehicle

Day 1. , Port Wakefield, Fly over the Warburton Creek which opens Wadlata Centre, Port Augusta. up to a plain that resembles a birdlife ignature Invitations After arriving into Adelaide, journey north playground when the area has seen recent APT’s SignatureVIC Invtiations are the to the coastal town of Port Wakefield flooding. From here you will follow The difference between just visiting the Outback in the Adelaide Plains. Warburton Creek for a few miles and then and immersing yourself in each destination, Stay: Port Augusta, Standpipe Motel. LD head for Poeppels Corner and the ‘Big Red’ and they are all included in the price. sand dune prior to landing at Birdsville. Day 2. Port Augusta, Marree. Stay: Birdsville Hotel. BLD After breakfast, depart Port Augusta and INCLUSIVE HIGHLIGHTS traverse the Pichi Richi Pass. Continue to the Day 4. Birdsville, Wilpena Pound. YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES stunning Aroona Dam and see the ghost town This morning take the time to visit the Birdsville of Farina before arriving at Marree. Bakery famous for its Curried Camel Pies, 99Sightseeing, park and excursion fees Stay: The Marree Hotel. BLD before departing to fly back over Lake Eyre 99Transfers to and from the airport to Marree. The flight will take you over the lush 99Small groups – maximum 20 travellers Day 3. Marree, Kati Thanda–Lake green Goyder Lagoon area before seeing 99Services of a dedicated Driver-Guide Eyre, Birdsville. Today presents the rare , the Eastern side of Lake Eyre 99Travel in a custom-designed 4WD opportunity to see the amazing spectacle of North, and Lake Eyre South. FINEST DINING Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre in flood. Covering Upon landing, drive south through the Flinders – INCLUDES ALL MEALS thousands of hectares, the Kati Thanda-Lake Ranges to Wilpena Pound. Eyre water basin is an intriguing place to visit Two Night Stay: Wilpena Pound Resort. BLD 99Enjoy 6 Breakfasts (B), 6 Lunches (L) at any time of year, housing such unusual and 6 Dinners (D) creatures as the Lake Eyre dragon, as well as a Day 5. Wilpena Pound. Venture into variety of birdlife including galahs, corellas and Flinders Ranges National Park and spend the wild emerald budgerigars. Journey along the morning in the geological site of Brachina 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) per person Oodnadatta Track towards Lake Eyre South, Gorge, an important refuge for the endangered 7 DAY 4WD ADVENTURE (GOLE7) where you’ll walk on the dazzling salt flats Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby. The afternoon is (subject to weather conditions). Continue along at your leisure to explore. Perhaps embark on March – 6, 8, 13, 15, 17, 21, 23, 25, 31. the Oodnadatta Track, where we will make a a guided walk or scenic flight (own expense) April – 2, 8, 10, 16, 18, 23, 25. stop at William Creek for lunch. Afterwards of Wilpena Pound. BLD Tour Code Twin Share Solo Trav. board an included scenic flight over the 7 Day GOLE7 $4,495 $4,990 southern part of the Lake where the majority of Day 6. Wilpena Pound, Clare Valley, Adelaide. After breakfast, drive to the Activity Level the water usually lies, fly over Belt Bay which is Moderate – contains mainly easy world-renowned Clare Valley and enjoy lunch the lowest point below sea level in Australia, with some moderate walks Silcrete Island and Dulhunty Island and some and a winery tour. Return to Adelaide, where of the eroded peninsulas that jut out into the you will enjoy a Farewell Dinner at your hotel. Stay: The Sebel Playford Adelaide Hotel. BLD SAVE UP TO salt bed. You will visit Jackboot Bay and the PER Madigan Gulf where Sir Donald Campbell set $600* COUPLE Day 7. Depart Adelaide. After breakfast, be his land-speed record in 1964 before heading BOOK BY 29 FEBRUARY 2016 transferred to the airport for your onward flight. B North to discover where the water comes from.

*Conditions apply. Prices are per person, twin share (pp). Correct as at 18 January 2016 but may fluctuate if surcharge, fees, taxes or currency change. Book by 29 February 2016 to receive advertised savings, unless sold out prior. Offers are not combinable with other offers and are available on new bookings only. A limited number of offers are available and may be withdrawn at any time. Offer is subject to availability and valid until sold out. Deposit cancellation Peace of Mind is an additional cost of $75 pp. A deposit of 10% is due within 7 days of booking. Final payment is due 21 days prior to departure. Tour notes: Tour includes mainly easy walks and some more moderate. Weather events may cause disruptions to itinerary, especially in remote locations. References to lake water levels cannot be guaranteed and are intended as a guide only. APT highly recommends travel insurance. For full terms and conditions, please see our 2016 Outback Wilderness Adventures brochure. Australian Pacific Touring Pty Ltd ABN 44 004 684 619. ATAS accreditation #A10825. APT3804