South Australia's Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre is a beautiful outback enigma, Australia's largest salt lake and the 13th largest lake in the world. Outback Spirit has announced its 2025 schedule of tours to witness this phenomenon in flood.

When Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre floods, channels, streams and floodplains open up and converge in Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre National Park, bringing a spectacular display of birdlife and colours as stunning as an Albert Namatjira artwork.

After record breaking rains are flowing fast towards South Australia, this year's floods set to surpass previous levels.

Alicia Triggs, Executive General Manager, Sales and Partnerships at Journey Beyond says, “Now is the time to see this natural spectacle, with the choice of two all-inclusive itineraries with premium small-group tour operator, Outback Spirit. Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre is best appreciated from a birds-eye perspective. Guests will have the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in this natural phenomenon”.

“With a limited season and dates available, we encourage you to act to secure your clients on this trip of a lifetime.  Previous special seasons have sold out quickly”. Triggs added.

 “Words can't describe how beautiful Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre really is during flood years. We're excited to be able to once again share this breathtaking spectacle this year,” says Jacquie Burnside, Executive General Manager for Outback Spirit. “Typically, flooding only happens once every three years, it is unusual coming surprisingly close on the heels of the previous season to see water levels higher than significant flood years. Now is the time to take the opportunity to experience this water-filled wonderland in flood in 2025.”

New to 2025 is Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre and Flinders Ranges Spectacular, 5 day small group all-inclusive tour traveling onboard a 5-star all-terrain Mercedes Benz Coach. Spend your days soaring over nature's incredible spectacle, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre with two scenic flights, and exploring the iconic Wilpena Pound, nestled in South Australia's ancient Flinders Ranges. Conclude your journey with a night at the new Monarto Safari Resort, complete with an exciting Dawn Wildlife Safari adventure.

The 5 day Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre and Flinders Ranges Spectacular all-inclusive tour is priced from $4,595pp* twin share with departures on 1, 16, 18 and 23 June, 21 July, and 11 Aug *Terms & Conditions apply.

For those able to linger longer Outback Spirit also offers Kati Thanda–Lake Eyre Spectacular, a 6 day tour. Departing from and returning to Adelaide, the tour features the following highlights and inclusions:

• Two mesmerising scenic flights over Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre
• Visit the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens
• Marvel at the Maree Man, Goyder Lagoon and the Simpson Desert from the air
• Travel the infamous Oodnadatta Track to Maree
• Visit the Simpson Desert and enjoy dinner at the iconic William Creek hotel.
• Follow the Old Ghan Rail Line and visit the historic Coward Springs siding
• Conclude the trip with an overnight stay at new Monarto Safari Resort, complete with an exciting Dawn Wildlife Safari adventure.

The 6-day Lake Eyre & Wilpena Pound tour is priced from $5,159pp* twin share with departures on 8, 23, 28 June, 6,14 & 27 July, 4, 17, 24 & 31 August.* Terms & Conditions apply.

Don't miss out on this rare once in a lifetime opportunity. To learn more about Outback Spirit and Lake Eyre packages, or to book your experience, visit www.outbackspirittours.com

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Media contact | Cheree McEwin - Group Manager, PR & Communications

| cheree.mcewin@journeybeyond.com

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About Outback Spirit 

Outback Spirit takes guests on immersive tours to Arnhem Land, the Kimberley, Cape York and the Gulf, Pilbara, Central Australia, South Australia, and Tasmania. Outback Spirit offers multi-day adventure tours and luxury short stays, traversing remote and spectacular lands across the country. For more than 20 years, its experienced and expert team has transported guests in comfortable, all-terrain 4WD Mercedes-Benz touring coaches to Australia's most luxurious safari camps and wilderness lodges in some of the most breathtaking locations.  

Working closely with Traditional Landowners and Indigenous communities — employing Aboriginal guides to ensure guests learn from those who know it best — Outback Spirit takes great pride in supporting Indigenous businesses and community initiatives. Honoured to be showcasing areas of pristine wilderness, Outback Spirit takes its commitment to the environment seriously, maintaining eco-certification and providing support to the Australian Wildlife Conservancy. Visit outbackspirittours.com to learn more. 

About Journey Beyond 

Australia's leading experiential tourism group, Journey Beyond, is privileged to operate 17 brands spanning the country, connecting guests to the land, and to each other. Headquartered in Adelaide, Journey Beyond formed in 2016 and now comprises tourism brands including: iconic trains The Ghan, Indian Pacific, Great Southern, The Overland; premium small-group outback operator Outback Spirit; eco-luxury lodge Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef; aquatic adventures Cruise Whitsundays, Rottnest Express, The Paspaley Pearl Farm Tour, Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventures, Darwin Harbour Cruises and Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney; our tallest members, Melbourne Skydeck and Eureka 89; the historic Vintage Rail Journeys: The Telegraph Station in Alice Springs and Monarto Safari Resort.
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