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The Post Run Tour

By Outback Mail Run South Australia
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional

Features

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Overview

  • Embark on an outback adventure with South Australia’s Outback Post Man
  • Visit the famous Pink Roadhouse in Oodnadatta & William Creek Hotel
  • Travel along the world's longest man-made structure, the Dingo Fence
  • Visit remote cattle stations including the world’s largest

Activity location

    • Coober Pedy
    • Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Coober Pedy
    • Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Experienced guide and live commentary
  • Inclusions
    Stop in Oodnadatta, William Creek and 5 cattle stations to deliver post
  • Inclusions
    Lunch (main meal + drink) at either Oodnadatta or William Creek
  • Inclusions
    Snack pack on-board the vehicle during the day
  • Inclusions
    Light dinner pack on-board for early evening (e.g. dip, crackers, fruit, yoghurt, muffin/quiche)
  • Inclusions
    Water refills available on-board the vehicle during the day

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Children under 18 years, People over 70 years, People with back problems, People with heart problems, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Embark on an unparalleled outback adventure with South Australia’s Outback Post Man, traversing rugged landscapes in the comfort of an air-conditioned 4x4 vehicle.

    Limited to just 10 people per trip, this personalised tour begins its journey from the renowned Opal Mining town of Coober Pedy. You will be picked up and dropped off to your Coober Pedy hotel. Accompany the Outback Post Man as he delivers post to historic outback towns - Oodnadatta and William Creek – and five remote cattle stations including Anna Creek Station, the world’s largest.

    Meet the legendary Bruce Ross, your charismatic Outback Post Man, who weaves an entertaining and captivating storey about the country he holds dear to his heart. Bruce and his equally enthusiastic team of guides will treat you to a day filled with insights and entertainment.

    Following the footsteps of the early explorers, John McDouall Stuart and Ernest William Giles, this expedition unfolds across diverse terrains, encompassing gibber plains, red sand hills, and the once-was, ancient inland seabed. It traverses the world's longest man-made structure, the Dingo Fence, and delves into the rich history of the original Ghan Railway Line. Learn about Lake Eyre, the Great Artesian Basin, the arid land pastoral industry, Afghan camel drivers, outback fauna and flora, aboriginal heritage, and early pioneers of the region. And they say there’s nothing out here!

    In Oodnadatta, take a break at the famous Pink Roadhouse, allowing ample time for a meal and exploration of the town, including a visit to the Railway Museum. Discover the significance of William Creek over a beer at the bar of the unique outback-bush pub, including memorabilia from the railway days, or check out the collection of rocket bits & pieces from the Woomera rocket range housed across the road in the heritage park.

    Though there is a bit of a time frame to adhere to this tour offers flexibility and ensures stops for photos and short walks at points of interest.

Location

Activity location

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    • Coober Pedy
    • Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Coober Pedy
    • Coober Pedy, South Australia, Australia