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The Magic Rock of the Outback

"You simply can't imagine Uluru's size until you see it. If it was possible to heave it up and drop it down in Sydney, it would flatten the area from the Opera House to Central Station". Read More...
Coober Pedy

A curious isolated underground outback opal-mining town. Read More...

Outback Experiences

Adventures along the Red Centre Way

Visiting Uluru is indeed essential. But it was my journey from Ayers Rock to Alice Springs that was the authentic walkabout.
Top Ten Outback Attractions

A huge intriguing expanse of desert and wilderness, the outback is uniquely Australian and tourists flock there to encounter the true Australian spirit. The outback is a vast attraction in itself, but what are the must see attractions hiding within...
Going Walkabout

If you've wanted an authentic holiday in the Aussie outback, you have to join the locals.
Five unsual ways to see the Australian Outback

From snaking your way across the continent on the Indian Pacific train to discovering the Red Centre from the back of a camel, we've rounded up five of the most unusual ways of seeing and experiencing the Australian Outback.
The Magic Rock of the Outback

I was confused. Aussies have one of the world's wonders practically on their doorstep and yet they come up with all these excuses for not visiting.

Bourke

Bourke is located in North West NSW on the banks of the Darling River. Approximately...
Broken Hill

Sometimes referred to as the Silver City, Broken Hill is smack bang in the middle of...
Kalgoorlie & Goldfields

Discover the historic mining towns of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Coolgardie and Kambalda in...
Longreach

Longreach; a legendary Outback town situated 30km west of Ilfracombe; is perhaps best...
Bourke

Bourke is located in North West NSW on the banks of the Darling River. Approximately...
Mount Isa

Mount Isa is Queensland's largest provincial city west of the Great Dividing Range....

Ayers Rock Resort - Desert Gardens Hotel
Yulara Accommodation - Hotels
A comfortable 41/2 star hotel at Ayers Rock Resort, Desert Gardens Hotel is set amongst magnificent ghost gums and flowering native shrubs....
From $380
Ayers Rock Resort - The Lost Camel Hotel
Yulara Accommodation - Hotels
The Lost Camel provides contemporary, 3 star studio-style accommodation which is ideal for couples. Featuring 99 guest rooms, the complex is built...
From $322
Ayers Rock Resort - Outback Pioneer Hotel & Lodge
Yulara Accommodation - Hotels
If you are looking for traditional Aussie hospitality, you will find it at the Outback Pioneer Hotel. You can choose between 4 star hotel or 3 ...
From $35
Ayers Rock Resort - Sails in the Desert Hotel
Yulara Accommodation - Hotels
Named after the soaring white sails that crown its roof, Sails in the Desert Hotel offers guests 5 star comfort at Ayers Rock Resort. Immerse...
From $468
Ayers Rock Resort - Emu Walk Apartments
Yulara Accommodation - Apartments
These are comfortable 4 star, fully-serviced apartments at Ayers Rock Resort. Sheltered behind gardens of native trees and forming a walkway...
From $380

Alice on Todd
Alice Springs Accommodation - Apartments
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Situated overlooking the banks of the Todd River, the Alice on Todd provides a unique accommodation option for the Alice Springs visitor - yet it...
From $117
Desert Oaks Resort
Erldunda Accommodation - Motels
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2 reviews
Booked out for 19-20-21 August... Desert Oaks Resort offers fantastic accommodation options at Erldunda, in Central Australia. Desert Oaks...
From $98
Ayers Rock Resort - Desert Gardens Hotel
Yulara Accommodation - Hotels
A comfortable 41/2 star hotel at Ayers Rock Resort, Desert Gardens Hotel is set amongst magnificent ghost gums and flowering native shrubs....
From $380
Ayers Rock Resort - The Lost Camel Hotel
Yulara Accommodation - Hotels
The Lost Camel provides contemporary, 3 star studio-style accommodation which is ideal for couples. Featuring 99 guest rooms, the complex is built...
From $322
Alice Springs YHA
Alice Springs Accommodation - Backpackers Lodges
Alice Springs YHA provides affordable and comfortable budget accommodation in the Australian Red Centre. Located in the centre of Alice Springs, a...
From $21

Matilda Country Tourist Park
Winton Accommodation - Caravan Camping
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2 reviews
Matilda Country Tourist Park provides a range of affordable accommodation, located on the Landsborough Highway in the outback town of Winton....
From $19
Longreach Tourist Park
Longreach Accommodation - Caravan Camping
Soak up the history and heritage of the legendary township of Longreach at the Longreach Tourist Park. As well as the variety of clean and...
From $25
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Longreach Motel
Longreach Accommodation - Motels
The Longreach Motel provides affordable, comfortable holiday accommodation in the heart of outback Queensland.
The motel features 14...
From $102
Barcaldine Tourist Park
Barcaldine Accommodation - Caravan Camping
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2 reviews
Barcaldine Tourist Park is a friendly, attractive holiday park offering tranquil accommodation situated on the southern edge of Barcaldine, QLD....
From $20
Cobbold Camping Village
Forsayth Accommodation - Caravan Camping
Cobbold Camping Village offers the best accommodation in an open bush setting giving it a feeling of warm hospitality while staying in the idyllic...
From $7