Across Oz East to West Tour (30 days)
Great Divide Tours has been leading 4WD tagalong tours since 1990, longer than any other business of this type. In 2001 and 2006 we conducted a double crossing of Australia, they were epic tours for sure. Now it is time to at least offer a complete crossing of Australia from its most easterly point at Byron Bay to its most westerly point at Steep Point in Western Australia.
This tour will take you through the centre of Australia, from the rainforests of the east coast to the edge of the Simpson Desert and then from Alice Springs through very remote tracks west to near Marble Bar. At this point we will guide you into Karijini National Park often described as the most beautiful national park in Australia. Then to the coast at Onslow, Exmouth and Coral Bay where you can swim with dolphins and manta rays if you wish, then we head to Shark Bay and our final destination, Steep Point with its towering cliffs and the pounding waves of the Indian Ocean. But before that ultimate climax we have allowed time for a day visit to Dirk Hartog Island if you are keen. We will conclude our trip in Kalbarri where the amazing Skywalk will take your breath away.
This is an epic 30-day 4wd tagalong extravaganza led by respected tour guide Scott Broadhead from Great Divide Tours.
Tour Fee Includes
All the planning, permits and bookings throughout the 30 days, also includes all national park fees, camping fees, access to the Dig Tree and various station stays, dinner at the Birdsville Hotel, and of course the services of your full time tour guide from Great Divide Tours.
Optional tours that you may choose to undertake include the on water activities at Coral Bay and the day trip to Dirk Hartog Island.
Basic Requirements for this Tour
The 4WD
Suitable to 4WDrives with high and low range.
All vehicles and trailers must be fitted with Light Truck All Terrain tyres. Low profile tyres are definitely not suitable for this tour, your tyre profile should be 60 or greater.
Your 4WD should have recovery points located at the front and rear
We recommend heavy duty springs and shock absorbers and a cargo barrier
A vehicle pre-trip check prior to departure is recommended
Fuel
V8 and Straight 6 petrol engines 200 litres
V6 petrol engines 160 litres
4 cylinder petrol and some diesel engines 120 litres
V8 and V6 diesel engines 180 litres
Add 20 litres to the above figures if you are towing a trailer.
Spares/equipment
A UHF radio – we can hire you a radio
An extra spare tyre in LT construction, same size and tread pattern as on the vehicle (does not need to be on a rim)
Carry a snatch strap and rated shackles (see our shop if you need recovery equipment)
Spare fan belts, fuel filter, oil and brake fluid, 1 extra spare tyre
Assorted fuses of 10amp, 15 amp and 20 amp to suit the vehicle plus spare fuses for UHF radio and fridge
Driver experience
Prior experience not necessary as we will assist you as we go or you might consider attending our driver training course. - Do you require Driver Training?
Food
This is a self catered tour, bring your own food and drink requirements, we supply a gas BBQ for your use in camp. Carry 5 extra days of emergency food supplies
It is recommended that you carry at least 50 litres of water
Camping gear
This tour is suitable for swags, tents, slide on campers and heavy duty off road camper trailers, please check with us if you are towing a trailer.
You need to supply your own camping gear, this is a camping tour there is no accommodation option. Carry warm clothing at all times.
More Info – will be sent to you once you register with your deposit
No 4WD?
We may be able to help with the Hire of a 4WD
Refund Policy
Great Divide Tours reserves the right to cancel or alter any tour or course at any time. Great Divide Tours will determine if any refund is due if this action occurs.
In the event of you canceling a booking the following refund policy applies. Deposits are non refundable. If your booking can be reallocated to another participant then the deposit can be transferred to another tour of your choice which must be taken within 18 months of the original booked tour. The full tour fee is payable 4 weeks prior to the tour and is not refundable after this time. You should consider taking out Travel Insurance to cover any unforeseen circumstances including illness, vehicle problems or family matters.
