2013 - APT Cape York & OWA

Beaten Track Off the Travel the iconic roads of the Australian Outback with APT – the experts in 4WD adventures. See the Real Australia Leave the bitumen behind and see the real Australian Outback, accessible only by 4WD. Embrace your spirit of adventure and go off-road along Australia's most famous Outback trails. On an APT Outback Wilderness Adventure, you'll see, hear and experience this magnificent region in a way you otherwise couldn't. Our experience handling the conditions of the Outback, combined with a deep knowledge of these regions means you'll enjoy the journey of a lifetime. APT – the 4WD Experts Our expert Driver-Guides know the Outback like the back of their hand. They know the back roads and the hidden highlights. As you travel along corrugated roads and ford major rivers, your experienced Driver-Guide will make the task at hand look easy, all the while ensuring your comfort and safety in vehicles that are well-equipped for the Outback. Our specially engineered 4WDs set a global benchmark for this type of vehicle and APT enjoys an impeccable reliability record across some of the roughest terrain in the world. In the Outback, road conditions can quickly alter – but you can rest assured our APT Operations team provides round-the-clock support ensuring we can always keep the tour on the road. State-of-the-Art Vehicles Our 4WDs feature comfortable coach-style reclining seats with ample leg room. Large tinted windows provide unimpeded views of the passing scenery while our state-of-the-art PA system ensures you don't miss a thing. Each air-conditioned vehicle carries a satellite phone, a first aid kit, drinking water, and fridges. APT's purpose-built vehicles handle any terrain www.aptouring.com.au 11 Bloomfield Track Starting at Cape Tribulation, undertake one of Australia's most awe-inspiring 4WD adventures on the Bloomfield Track. Journey through World Heritage-listed rainforest on a 4WD-only dirt track. Old Telegraph Track, Cape York A must-do on every Australian's list is the epic journey to the country's northernmost tip. Travel along nearly 600 kilometres of unsealed road on the Peninsula Development Road and a section of the original Old Telegraph Track. Birdsville and Strezlecki Tracks Experience the striking starkness of the Outback along the Birdsville Track and follow in the footsteps of explorer Charles Sturt as you head to Camerons Corner via the Strezlecki Track. Gibb River Road No visit to the Kimberley would be complete without taking a trip down the iconic Gibb River Road. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature here, surrounded by age-old rock formations, incredible wildlife and enchanting gorges, including stunning Windjana Gorge. The Great Central Road Discover the Great Central Road and travel a section of the original Gunbarrel Highway on Australia's longest shortcut. Special permits are required here, to cross Aboriginal reserves. Savannah Way See stunning tropical Australia as you take the Savannah Way from Cairns to Leichhardt Falls.

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