A WEEKEND IN THE OUTBACK BY PRIVATE PLANE
By Private Plane
A Weekend in the Outback by Private Plane
OVERVIEW
What better way to embrace Australia’s vast Outback than by taking to the skies by private plane. On a weekend like no other, we take in views of the Marree Man and Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, bypassing boundaries with our fellow guests and carefully considered crew.
Melbourne return 18 October 2025 — Selling Fast
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2 Days
By Economy Class Private Plane
THE EASE OF PRIVATE CHARTER WITH NO MORE THAN 48 GUESTS
Our private Economy Class plane proves ideal for outback sightseeing. Only 48 Captain's Choice guests will fly between far-flung destinations, taking advantage of direct routes not offered on commercial airline schedules.
MARREE MAN AND KATI THANDA-LAKE EYRE FLYOVERS
We fly over the mysterious Marree Man, viewed best from the air, and the vast beauty of Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre. Nature will dictate whether the latter will be in flood, though the views of Australia’s largest river basin impress regardless.
Photos: Grant Hunt Photography & South Australian Tourism Commission
BREEZE INTO BROKEN HILL
Our brief foray in this frontier mining town includes a visit to the Royal Flying Doctor Service, before we visit the Line of Lode Lookout and Miners Memorial, dedicated to those who lost their lives in Broken Hill’s mines.
Photo: Destination NSW
UNEARTH THE GEMS OF COOBER PEDY
In the opal mining capital of the world, our party dines underground while staying at the Desert Cave Hotel. Perhaps choose to sleep underground in a dug-out-style room.
FLY IN FOR LUNCH AT THE BIRDSVILLE HOTEL
The Birdsville Hotel is renowned the world over as the quintessential Australian outback pub. Our private plane touches down nearby, allowing us to celebrate our outback adventure with a barbecue lunch – and to enjoy a beer at the bar, of course.
Photo: Tourism & Events Qld
OUTBACK EXPRESS
Read a review from journalist Christine Middap that appeared in The Weekend Australian Magazine.
ACCOMMODATION
This journey touches remote parts of Australia. While we always select the best available accommodation, some properties may not be to the same standard as city accommodation.
DESERT CAVE HOTEL, COOBER PEDY
For over 30 years, the Desert Cave Hotel has been a magnet for miners and outback travellers alike, offering the chance to spend a night underground, in Coober Pedy style. Note there is a limited number of underground rooms, and you may spend the night above ground.
Pictured: Underground Room
DESERT CAVE HOTEL, COOBER PEDY
For over 30 years, the Desert Cave Hotel has been a magnet for miners and outback travellers alike, offering the chance to spend a night underground, in Coober Pedy style. Note there is a limited number of underground rooms, and you may spend the night above ground.
Pictured: Above Ground Room
ITINERARY
2025 Tour Host Team
Tour Manager Greg Fitzgerald
Tour Doctor Victoria Hayes