AND WILDERNESS EXPERIENCES

Visitors seeking amazing outback and wilderness experiences can discover unspoilt bushland, explore World Heritage-listed National Parks, see native wildlife, view spectacular sunsets and tour desert landscapes in .

Around New South Wales

Australian Eco Adventures, Diamond Series Luxury Charters

Australian Eco Adventures’ Diamond Series Luxury Charters provide the opportunity for participants to explore the World Heritage-listed wilderness of the Blue Mountains, the rugged beauty of the Outback or “The Man from Snowy River” high country on a multi-day private luxury charter tour from with experienced local guides. Includes unique accommodation and opportunities to meet the locals. Tours depart from Sydney. Tel: +61 2 9971 2402 www.ozeco.com.au

Australian Wilderness Tours Australian Wilderness Tours operate a series of one-day and extended touring luxury adventure experiences for small groups and private charter. Itineraries include Sydney, Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley, Snowy Mountains and the NSW North Coast. Tel: +61 2 6587 7188 www.awtours.com.au

Auswalk Walking holiday specialist with guided itineraries of varying length for the novice through to experienced walkers available in Sydney, Blue Mountains, Lord Howe Island, Snowy Mountains and the North Coast of New South Wales. Self-guided itineraries are also available. Tel: +61 3 5356 4971 www.auswalk.com.au

Sydney North

Calabash Bay Lodge, Berowra Waters A four-bedroom private waterside sanctuary offering luxury self-contained accommodation, Calabash Bay Lodge is accessible only by water or seaplane. Private chef and gourmet catering packages are available. Represented by Hemisphere Hospitality Solutions. Tel: +61 2 9365 1248 www.calabashbaylodge.com.au

Current as at 1st March 2013 Blue Mountains

Life’s an Adventure - Six Foot Track hiking tour Life’s an Adventure offer a range of active day tours and overnight adventures including kayaking, hiking and mountain biking in Sydney and its surrounds. A three-day guided walk along the Six Foot Track from Katoomba to the Jenolan Caves provides visitors with the opportunity to explore the deep wilderness areas of the Blue Mountains National Park. All camping equipment is provided and transported for participants.

Tel: +61 2 9913 8939 www.lifesanadventure.com.au

Emirates Wolgan Valley Resort& Spa, Wolgan Valley

Located amid the stunning scenery of the rugged Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area and bordered by two national parks, this unique spa resort is built around a fully restored homestead and nestles within its own private conservation and nature reserve. Accommodation consists of 40 freestanding suites, each with its own outside terrace and private swimming pool. The luxurious spa is the perfect place to indulge in a range of treatments developed from natural ingredients. A fully equipped gym, tennis courts and outdoor swimming pool feature alongside the more rugged organised pursuits such as Aboriginal interpretive tours, nature walks, wildlife spotting and horse-riding trips. A range of dining options offers outstanding local and international cuisine in casual and more intimate, formal settings to complement an extensive wine cellar.

Tel: +61 2 9290 9733 www.wolganvalley.com

Upper Hunter

Eaglereach Wilderness Resort, Barrington Tops Approximately two hours north of Sydney, this wilderness resort is set on more than 405 hectares of natural bushland featuring an amazing variety of flora and fauna. Individual self-catering lodges dotted along the ridge of a mountain overlooking the Hunter, offer comfort and privacy. Tel: +61 2 4938 8233 www.eaglereach.com.au

North Coast

Adventure Tag Tours, Coffs Harbour Adventure Tag Tours provide day tours, two night camping trips and ‘choose your own adventure’ tours along with bush and survival programs in the Coffs Harbour region. Tour guides have extensive local knowledge and the tours are both fun and educational, equipping visitors with bush skills such as star navigation, telling time by the sun and damper making. The tours also incorporate aboriginal culture, bushwalking and waterfalls.

Tel: +61 2 6652 2558 www.adventuretagtours.com.au

Current as at 1st March 2013 Country NSW

Burrawang West Station, Parkes Set against the picturesque backdrop of rural Australia, Burrawang West Station stretches across 5660 hectares of Lachlan River country 435km west of Sydney in Central NSW. Burrawang West Station's unique retreat offers guests an opportunity to experience outback Australia in complete style and luxury. With its quintessential Australian homestead, luxurious individual lodges and fine dining, the property offers guests a blend of adventure and relaxation. Access is by air to Parkes or self-drive. Courtesy transfers are available from Parkes Airport. Burrawang West Station is available only to exclusive charter groups of up to 29 guests (twin share). Tel: +61 2 6897 5277 www.burrawangwest.com.au

Outback

Australian Opal Centre, Lightning Ridge An impressive collection of opals and opalised fossils from the dinosaur age is available at the underground Australian Opal Centre in the outback opal mining town of Lightning Ridge. Tel: +61 2 6829 1667 www.australianopalcentre.com

Back O' Bourke Exhibition Centre, Bourke An interactive exhibition bringing stories of the outback to life. Informative and inspirational tales of hardship and legends of the outback are told through the eyes of the early explorers, poets, bushrangers and graziers. Tel: +61 2 6872 1321 www.backobourke.com.au

Corner Country Adventure Tours, Corner Country Adventure Tours’ interactive small group tours explore White Cliffs, , Broken Hill, Birdsville and other remote areas with accredited and experienced local driver-guides with vast knowledge of outback flora and fauna. Tel: +61 8 8087 6956 www.cornercountryadventure.com.au

Eldee Station, Mundi Mundi Plain Stay on an authentic and with the Schmidt family who have been operating Eldee Station for more than 80 years. Accommodation is in self-catering 4.5-star suites or family units in the old shearer’s quarters. Packages can also include meals. Eldee Station offers a range of outback tours and activities, and can be accessed by road or by airstrip. Tel: +61 8 8091 2578 www.eldeestation.com

Current as at 1st March 2013 Harry Nanya Tours, Wentworth contains the longest continuous record of Aboriginal life in Australia, dating back 40,000 to 60,000 years. Hear the stories of this remarkable landscape and culture from the traditional caretakers of this land with guided day tours departing from Wentworth or Mildura. Tel: +61 3 5027 2076 www.harrynanyatours.com.au

Mungo Lodge, Buronga Located 105km north east of Mildura, Mungo Lodge is surrounded by World Heritage-listed sites of natural and cultural significance. This four- star outback property has a commitment to eco-sensitive management and caters for a limited number of guests. See an array of native wildlife, view spectacular sunsets and marvel at the archaeological treasures and sand dunes in Mungo National Park. The lodge also features a licensed restaurant and bar. Tel: +61 3 5029 7297 www.mungolodge.com.au

Outback Beds, various locations Outback Beds is a network of accommodation providers in Outback NSW ranging from working sheep and cattle stations, bush pubs and bed and breakfasts, to five-star outback hotels. www.outbackbeds.com.au

Silver City Tours, Broken Hill A collection of small group itineraries including half-day sightseeing tours to six-day outback adventure touring, from a Broken Hill base. Silverton, , , Tibooburra and Bourke also feature on Silver City Tours’ itineraries.

Tel: + 61 8 8087 6956 www.silvercitytours.com.au

Tri State Safaris, Broken Hill Tri State Safaris offers a collection of small group adventure tours in Outback NSW from its Broken Hill base. The safaris range from half-day local tours to 18-day adventures and visit destinations such as: Broken Hill, Menindee Lakes, Kinchega National Park, White Cliffs and Mutawintji National Park.

Tel: +61 8 8088 2389 www.tristate.com.au

Trilby Station, Louth via Bourke Staying with the Murray family on their historic fifth generation, 80,900- hectare on the banks of the is a great way to experience Outback NSW. Accommodation is in air-conditioned two- bedroom cottages and guests can choose to self-cater or enjoy a home cooked meal delivered to their cottage. Activities also include bird watching and bushwalking, fishing or yabbying, and canoeing on the majestic Darling River. Tel: +61 2 6874 7420 www.trilbystation.com.au

Current as at 1st March 2013 Turlee Station Stay, Wentworth Turlee Station Stay is a working sheep, cattle and wheat station located next to Mungo National Park in Outback NSW. The family-owned and operated 58,600 hectare station is situated within the Willandra Lakes World Heritage Area. Stay in the newly built self-contained four-star bush cabins and join in the activities of the station. Tel: +61 3 5029 7208 www.turleestationstay.com.au

White Cliffs Underground Motel, White Cliffs The White Cliffs Underground Motel is a huge underground complex with 30 underground rooms and two above-ground rooms. The rooms are known as ‘dugouts’ and are naturally insulated from the outside heat. Rooms can accommodate one to five people, with adjoining rooms for larger groups or families. Tel: + 61 8 8091 6677 www.undergroundmotel.com.au

Snowy Mountains

Alpine Habitats, Crackenback Nestled in the Thredbo Valley, at the gateway to , this nature-based ecotourism property is set on 16 hectares surrounded by Snow Gum Woodlands. The 18 luxurious self-contained suites provide 4.5 star facilities and a unique alpine experience. Tel: +61 2 6457 2228 www.alpinehabitats.com

Boggy Creek Show, Tumbarumba A two-hour live show combining the skills of horsemanship, whip-cracking and mustering with humour and knowledge learned over four generations of mountain farming. Visitors will learn how to “cooee” like a local and enjoy a cup of real “billy tea”. Tel: +61 2 6948 8273 www.boggycreekshow.com.au

K7 Adventures, Jindabyne K7 Adventures operates guided adventure walks in the Snowy Mountains. Climbing and abseiling, snow shoe and cross country ski tours, ecology and cultural walks depart from Jindabyne. Tel: +61 421 862 354 www.k7adventures.com

Kosciuszko Alpine Guided Walks, Thredbo Single and multi-day guided walks from Thredbo into the Kosciuszko National Park climb to Australia’s highest peak and discover pristine glacial lakes, navigate stepping stones across the icy Snowy River and enjoy stunning views from remote alpine ridges. Overnight camps are fully catered and all equipment is provided. Tel: +61 2 6451 3000 www.lakecrackenback.com.au/alpine-guided-walks.html

Current as at 1st March 2013 Reynella Rides, Adaminaby A remote high country sheep and cattle station, Reynella is the base for multi-day alpine horseback safaris through the Kosciuszko National Park. Experienced guides tailor the rides to guests’ interests and capabilities. All equipment and camping gear for the five-day trek is provided and transported. Tel: + 61 2 6454 2386 www.reynellarides.com.au

Snowy River Horseback Adventure, near Jindabyne Experienced guides lead riders along old stock routes and brumby trails through majestic snow gums and stunning alpine scenery. From October to May, two to five-day homestead-based horseback treks combine adventure and comfort. Tel: + 61 2 6457 8393 www.snowyriverhorsebackadventure.com.au

Snowy Wilderness, Ingebyra via Jindabyne Follow the wild brumbies, go horse-riding, quad biking, 4WD touring and fly fishing on 2900 hectares of pristine mountain country, adjoining the Kosciuszko National Park. Stay in self catering eco sensitive lodges, lakeside apartments, a secluded high country cottage or a permanent wilderness camp under the stars. Tel: + 61 414 544 503 www.snowywilderness.com.au

South Coast

Paperbark Camp, Jervis Bay Luxury tented accommodation located near the pristine white sand beaches of Jervis Bay. Paperbark Camp can now cater to families and small groups travelling together in the recently completed king deluxe safari tent. The spacious interior can accommodate up to six people and includes a sunken bath as well as separate toilet, shower en-suites and a fully screened outdoor lounge area. Canoes and bikes are provided for guests’ enjoyment. Tel: +61 2 4441 6066 www.paperbarkcamp.com.au

Current as at 1st March 2013