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Desert Diversity Lake Eyre Tour

Lake Eyre lies in the very heart of Australia's Outback. We invite you to lunch 15 metres below sea level on the shore of this mystical lake that is impressive, whether covered by a dry salt crust or filled with water.

Lake Eyre is a giant basin where the great inland rivers of the outback converge. It can lay dry for many years on end, with nothing but white salt as far as the eye can see, then when the wild inland rivers flood, the lake comes alive as a gigantic wetland system, boiling with newly breeding aquatic life that attracts water birds for thousands of kilometres, renewing life into the desert.

To get there, Desert Diversity Tours leaves the world famous Opal mining town of Coober Pedy, and passing the last of the underground homes, heads through the Dingo Fence. We enter and travel over Anna Creek, the world's largest cattle station, stopping at Lake Cadibarrawirracanna. Then, crossing the red sand hill country before arriving at one of Australia's unique towns and pub, William Creek.

After morning tea at William Creek, we head for the wilderness area of Lake Eyre National Park, stopping at cattle yards along the way both old and new. Travelling on to Halligan Bay for a relaxing lunch below sea level, with enough time to stretch the legs and explore the along the edge of the lake.

Once lunch is over and returning over the vast gibber stone plains, we investigate unusual rock formations that have been sculpted by Mother Nature. We arrive back in William creek for afternoon tea or to buy a beer in the famous Outback Pub.

After an enjoyable, educational and fun filled day, travelling back in a westerly direction we welcome the site of the Stuart Range on the horizon, and finish our adventure as we drive leisurely back into Coober Pedy.

For safety all of our vehicles carry Satellite Phones, UHF Radio's and First Aid Kits

WHAT WE TALK ABOUT

How this ancient land was formed over 190 million years.
How the "Inland Sea" was formed
Lake Eyre and the Lake Eyre Basin.
Formation of the Great Artesian Basin.
The early explorers.
The arid land pastoral industry.
The Flora & Fauna
What it's like to live in this arid and diverse desert environment
and plenty of bush yarns of the outback characters
by guides who have lived and worked in the area for most of their lives.

WHAT TO BRING

Shady hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, a smile and happy disposition and don't forget the camera with plenty of film.

WHAT YOU GET

This is a fully inclusive tour. We supply lunch, morning and afternoon tea.
You will travel in smaller groups for a more personal, casual and relaxing atmosphere in comfortable air-conditioned 4WD vehicles.
Free pick up and return to your place of accommodation in Coober Pedy, with all fees paid.