Australia's Golden Outback

 

Vast clear skies and theatrical landscapes. True outback adventures, authentic Aboriginal encounters and visits to settlements built by goldrush pioneers.

Images of the vast clear skies and theatrical landscapes of the Golden Outback region will stamp themselves forever in your minds eye.

This is the place for true outback adventure. Driving becomes an activity in itself rather than a means to an end, and camping under the stars is a mystical experience.

Twilight Beach, Esperance

Esperance - natural beauty

At Lucky Bay in the Cape Le Grand National Park, even the kangaroos appreciate the sun, sand and water. They are regularly spotted lazing beachside and keeping visitors at the nearby camp ground entertained.

Bars of gold

The golden pipeline

The drive from Perth to Kalgoorlie is becoming a holiday in its own right with the recent launch of the Golden Pipeline Heritage Trail.

Sandboarding in Lancelin

Land based adventure

Seeking adventure this summer? You may be surprised to learn that there’s plenty to keep you active right in your own backyard.

Nugget of gold

Kalgoorlie Super Pit

With a reputation for producing a decent slice of Australia’s gold bullion, it’s not surprising that Kalgoorlie is home to one of the biggest open cut mines in the world.

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