5 Day Central Australian Bird Watchers Paradise
This 5 Day Bird Watchers Safari takes in dynamic ecosystems from open Gibber flats and Spinifex Sandhills to rock escarpments, River Red Gum country and remote permanent waterholes, all in pursuit of our winged friends.
Wayoutback Desert Safaris offer a truly authentic opportunity for the avid Bird watcher to lose themselves from the outside world whilst exploring some of the most beautiful and remote locations in Central Australia. During this time we visit two fantastic areas that are a beacon for some of the 160 species of birds that inhabit the region.
Newhaven Wildlife Sanctuary
One of Central Australia’s best kept secrets is the Newhaven Wildlife Sanctuary. Wholly owned by the Australian Wildlife Conservancy, Newhaven is situated 360km’s north-west of Alice Springs. Measuring some 647,000 acres and containing 10 differing vegetation communities and landforms unique to any other reserve in Northern Australia.
Newhaven supports over 160 species of birds including the last reported sighting of the critically endangered Night Parrot.
Should our summer be generous with rain, Newhaven will flourish with species usually only seen on the Coastal Wetlands of this great country. Without generous rainfalls the arid land species are abundant as this is one of those rarely visited or interfered locations.
Finke River System and Boggy Hole
Central Australia contains only 8 permanent water hole systems of which Boggy Hole on the Finke River is the largest and most spectacular, albeit with the most difficult access. The rewards to those that visit this location with its rich early settler history are often indescribable.
Apart from its gob-smacking beauty, it is a veritable bird lovers feast, an “Ornithologists’ heaven”. Pack plenty of film or charge those batteries for this trip of a lifetime!
Your Chance to Really Experience the Outback as it Should Be
This is a true outback experience in a 4-wheel drive vehicle, small groups (max 9 persons), camping (tents can be provided), open fires at night, sensational camp fire meals with quality food, all equipment provided and fully catered. Camping and sleeping under the sensational star-filled southern night sky will be a memory of a life time. You, the wild and no other! On this tour you will be spending 4 nights bush camping at beautiful and remote camp sites.
There is an old adage – “the best locations are the hardest to get to” and this is where Wayoutback’s name and tradition come from. People expect the best and we leave no stone unturned in achieving that.
Special Features
- Newhaven Wildlife Sanctuary
- Mount Wedge
- West McDonnell Range country
- Finke River / Ellery Creek system (the world’s oldest watercourse)
- Boggy Hole water system
Inclusions
All camping equipment including swags, pillows, sheets and sleeping bags. All park entry fees and admissions costs. Pick up from Alice Springs accommodation and return to Alice Springs accommodation. All meals and snacks and hot/cold non alcoholic beverages whilst touring. Meals included are indicated on itinerary. Fresh drinking water, reference books, chilled face cloths in summer. All sightseeing as per itinerary. For those arriving prior to 1.30pm on commencement day, a tour of the Alice Springs Desert Park with your guide is included.
What to bring
Torch, wide brimmed hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, fly net, water bottle, walking shoes/boots, warm clothing in winter, personal items such as toiletries and medications and towel. Alcoholic beverages are BYO and cold storage is provided. Purchase of alcohol can be arranged with your guide on the day prior to departure. Please note some areas of Central Australia are governed by alcohol restrictions.
Conditions
- Outback track access dependent upon weather conditions at time of travel
- Special tours outside the dates above can be arranged in consultation with Wayoutback Desert Safaris
- See below for full Terms and Conditions
- A 25% deposit is required within 72 hours of confirmation to secure your reservation
- Please note you are travelling in a rough and remote environment, we strongly suggest that all passengers have adequate Travel Insurance.
Children
Please note this is a specialist tour and children are not especially catered for. Should you wish to bring children please note the minimum age is 8 years. No discount applies for children.
Please see Important Information for details on booking your Safari.
Please read our Terms and Conditions before booking your safari with us.