Explorer's Way

The Explorer's Way bisects the Australian continent from Adelaide in the south to Darwin in the north.

It covers over 3,000 kms and follows the corridor blazed in the 1860s by explorer John McDouall Stuart for the 'Overland Telegraph' that eventually linked Melbourne to London.

On this drive, you'll pass through the Central Australian desert, fertile dark soil plains of the Barkly Tablelands, Savannah woodlands and lush tropical forests surrounding Darwin.

The township of Alice Springs is nestled among the MacDonnell Ranges. There is plenty to do including camel rides, balloon flights and Aboriginal art and culture. A detour to World Heritage-listed Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, 5 hours drive south west of Alice is a must.