Cattle Drive



Cattle Drive
 

The Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive 2007

The Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive is on the move again. Five hundred head of cattle. Three hundred and ninety kilometres of desert track. And a swag of adventure stories along one of the most evocative desert trails in Australia, the Oodnadatta Track.

You'll be riding with some of Australia's finest horsemen to re-live a very real part of Australian history, the droving of cattle through the Outback. And whether you're an experienced rider, a happy hacker or someone who has never been in a saddle, you'll be matched with a horse to suit your abilities.

As well as keeping the herd moving, you'll soon find yourself part of a very remarkable landscape. From Oodnadatta to Marree, you'll cross haunting plains of stone and sand, passing ancient uplifts, bubbling springs and dazzling salt lakes. But you'll also encounter the peoples of the Oodnadatta Track, past and present - the indigenous Arabunna peoples, the pioneers and the men and women who still make their living in this extraordinary environment.

Each evening you'll return to a village of superior tent accommodation. Excellent facilities will include a bar, a library, hot showers and flushing toilets, superb catering and most importantly the roaring campfire beneath a canopy of desert stars - the place to retell your adventures of the day.

You can join the Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive 2007 on one (or more) of four tours. Each lasts four nights and five days and each has its own distinct highlights.

To follow are each of these tours for your consideration. We very much look forward to your riding with us on the Oodnadatta Track. Saddle up for 2007 - and be part of one of the world's greatest travel experiences.

For each stage of the The Great Australian Outback Cattle Drive 2007 you'll do as much or as little of this cattle drive as you wish; optional coach tours on Days 3 and 4 are available to show you further regional highlights and histories. Experience the Outback from a unique vantage point and join a scenic flight at an additional cost.

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Duration
21 May to 10 June 2007

Droving Blocks
Cattle Kings
CD 04 21 May - 25 May 2007
Dunes, Springs and Salt Pans
CD 05 26 May - 30 May 2007
Lake Eyre Encounter
CD 06 1 June - 5 June 2007
Cattle Drive Round Up
CD 07 6 June - 10 June 2007
Costs Per Person
CD 04 AUD$2250.00
CD 05 AUD$2250.00
CD 06 AUD$2250.00
CD 07 AUD$2250.00

WHAT IS INCLUDED
  • Superior carpeted tent accommodation at the official campsite with camp bed, sheets, quilt (duvet), pillow and towel.
  • A fully maintained camp site including hot showers and flushing toilet facilities.
  • Breakfast, lunch, and evening meal (dinner) are provided on all full days.
  • Lunch and dinner provided on the day of arrival.
  • Breakfast, morning tea and lunch provided on the day of departure.
  • Dinner meals include two courses. They may be served buffet style in the on site marquee, or cooked on the campfire. Australian cuisine will be featured. The selection will vary. Vegetarian options and special dietary requests are catered for, however please confirm this at time of booking.
  • Non-alcoholic drinks, including soft drinks, juice and unlimited water.
  • Horse, saddle and safety equipment, including helmets.
  • Exposure to Australian bush poetry, music and stories of Aboriginal culture.
  • Experienced staff including professional drovers, farriers, horse tailers, vets, medicos and event management staff.

WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
  • Transfers to and from the tours are not included, however in most joining point cities your travel agent can book pre and post accommodation as well as transport to and from your tour start and finish locations.
  • Optional activities, if available, such as scenic light aircraft flights are at additional cost.
  • Alcohol is not included in the cost of the package however a fully licensed cash bar is available at your campsite. Please note: it is not possible to bring your own alcoholic beverages.
  • Phone calls from any official event satellite phones in case of emergency will be charged at cost.
  • Additional items not included in the cost of the tour are: travel insurance, passport and visa fees (where required), excess baggage charges, airport departure taxes, extra meals, drinks (outside of evening meal), optional activities or tours, and any items of a personal nature.

Please Note:
Bookings are Subject to Availability.



 
 



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