Australia is a big country...
Across this massive land and all its 12,000 islands, thousands of possible journeys connect endless unique Australian experiences, destinations and products. Short or long, by horsepower or horseback – it is journeys that have always created the threads which continue to connect us to each other; that make our land seem small and immense at the same time.
From the very beginning, Aboriginal people knew it was only by travelling the land, letting nature and spirits shape the journey, that they could have a true understanding of Australia. Over 50,000 years of 'Dreamtime', they have called the traces of these journeys songlines.
Even today, travelling in Australia is not about getting from here to there, but discovering the diversity, the wonder, isolation and vibrant towns, the people and their unique way of life, on the journey in between.
You can take weeks weaving through rolling countryside, red desert, sparkling waterholes and spiritual heritage, or a few days exploring wine regions, wilderness coast, island clusters and reefs…the choices are endless.
Here’s a few more: go Outback to experience endless space and the roots of our culture in the vast Red Centre, or ‘out bush’ to country towns, to hinterlands and boutique regions. Or take a break from your usual world, meet a winemaker, go deep-sea fishing or spot a croc.
Travelling our ancient and lightly-travelled land is one of the most rewarding journeys you will experience whether you take the luxury option, decide to camp under the stars, hotel-hop or tow a caravan, you’ll create a songline of your own.*Article republished courtesy of © Tourism Australia 2013-2016
For further inspiration start with Hema's Great Desert Track map series or the Outback Travellers Track Guides