Central Aus & SIMPson desert

A guided 4WD adventure tour through the Red Centre of Australia and the Simpson Desert.

Join us for an epic tagalong adventure exploring rugged terrain in the heart of our country. Visit iconic locations including Finke Gorge, Kings Canyon and Palm Valley. Experience desert tracks, sand dunes and star filled skies with a 5 day crossing of the Simpson Desert. Test yourself and your vehicle on Big Red. Get a feature packed guided tour to some of most spectacular 4WD locations in the country

Expert 4WD Guide Guy Drake will support you all the way and show you how to get the most from your 4WD and the locations visited.

$4950 per vehicle with up to two persons ($400 per extra person)

16th Aug to 2nd Sept 2024

Explore breath taking locations including:

Alice Springs
Simpson Desert
Birdsville
Plenty Highway
Kings Canyon
Finke Gorge & Boggy Hole
Charleville
Lamberts Centre of Australia
Palm Valley
Winton
Boulia
Peoppel Corner
Windorah
Mt Dare
Big Red
Longreach

Included:

Learn from Guy Drake, qualified Advanced 4WD Guide with 20 years’ experience in outback and remote area touring, on how to travel, and drive your vehicle in outback regions.
Remote First Aid trained Guide
Like minded people to share your adventure with
Support vehicle equipped with communications, GPS, first aid and recovery gear
Satellite phone and tracker (emergency use only)
Camping and national park fees included
Unique sightseeing
Remote camping
Diverse, rugged scenery
Challenging 4-wheel driving
Amazing photo opportunities
Information on sights, attractions and historical facts

I have been on 4WD trips with Guy Drake for 17 years now. In that time we have travelled in outback Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia and the Northern Territory. Some of the happiest memories have been of crossing red sand dunes under blue skies in the Simpson Desert. Just magic! Guy is knowledgeable about the areas we travel in and he has excellent leadership and organisational abilities. And he is a good bloke to share a beer and joke with, around a campfire under a million stars. I am certainly hoping to travel with him many more times in the future!

I have joined MadHat trips over many years. Guy is a great tour leader. He always has group safety at the forefront. His experience in outback travel is second to none. I have always left the Madhat trip with great memories.

I have been doing trips with Guy as leader for nearly 20 years.I throughly enjoyed all of our trips as Guy does alot of research into all aspects of the trips, he is also very aware of the safety aspects of the tours.They also represent very good value

Guy brings 30 years of off-road experience, a decade of MADHAT tours travelling all over Australia and an unbridled passion for the Outback. His easy going manner and natural leadership qualities make him one if the best tour guides going around. I urge you to accompany him on one of his unique tours and you’re guaranteed to experience the marvel and the beauty this country has to offer.

YOUR 4WD

Should be in good mechanical condition, with high and low range capability. High clearance heavy duty suspension is recommended along with front and rear recovery points and cargo barrier for safety. We also recommend having top level road side recovery insurance such as RACQ Ultimate.

Fuel

This tour takes you to some remote areas and fuel stops can be located many hundreds of kilometres apart. You will need to carry enough fuel for a range of up to 800 kilometres for this tour. More information on how to calculate fuel requirements for your vehicle is provided in the tour pack.

Spares and Equipment

A second spare rim with tyre, although not essential, is a good precaution. Basic tools and some spares for your vehicle are handy to have as well. If you have your own recovery gear you should bring it with you. More information on essential gear and setup is available in the tour info pack.

Driver Experience

Prior 4WD experience is not neccessary, we will assist you every step of the way.This is your opportunity to learn more about how to drive your 4WD in offroad and remote areas from someone who has been doing it for decades. Professional guidence on 4WD technique and vehicle recovery (within limits) is included

Food and water

All our tours are self catered so you will need to bring your own food and cooking gear, however there should be opportunities at a number of locations to dine at restaurants or purchase meals and supplies. In addition to your daily needs for food and water you will need to carry emergency supplies for 3 days including 20 litres of water per person.

Accomodation

Non-powered camping sites are included throughout this tour, however there may be opportunities to upgrade to a room subject to availability at certain locations. This tour is not suitable for trailers. Tents, swags and roof top tents are all suitable for use on this tour.

PAYMENT

A 20% non refundable deposit is needed to secure your booking. The full tour fee is payable 40 days prior to the tour. If you cannot make the tour for any reason, we will provide you with a credit to be used on another of our tours starting within 24 months of your original departure date. You should consider taking out Travel Insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances including illness, vehicle problems or family matters.

POLICY

Madhat 4WD Adventures reserves the right to cancel or alter any tour at any time. If we cancel the tour prior to commencement your tour fees will be refunded in full. Tour program may change at any time due to unforeseen circumstances. Our main priority is keeping all participants safe and ensuring they have a good time while delivering what is promised.

Get detailed information pack

04187 30 027

available from 9:00am – 5:00pm