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AUSTRALIAN AIR SAFARIS
Coast&Co Air Safaris are for those who want to get off the tourist trail. ItÕs about moving away from the well- worn, heading off into the uncharted and experiencing the most exclusive luxury adventure safari of Australia with your own private plane and tour guide.
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DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
1 : MELBOURNE TO BROKEN HILL TO ULURU 10 : PERTH TO MARGARET RIVER
2 : ULURU 11 : MARGARET RIVER
3 : ULURU TO KUNUNURRA TO EL QUESTRO HOMESTEAD 12 : MARGARET RIVER TO ESPERANCE TO ADELAIDE
4 : EL QUESTRO 13 : ULTIMATE BAROSSA TOUR
5 : EL QUESTRO TO BROOME 14 : SECRET GEMS OF SOUTH AUSTRALIAN WINE
6 : BROOME TO HORIZONTAL FALLS 15 : ADELAIDE TO KINGSCOTE, KANGAROO ISLAND
7 : BROOME TO NINGALOO 16 : KANGAROO ISLAND
8 : NINGALOO 17 : KANGAROO ISLAND TO MELBOURNE
9 : NINGALOO TO PERTH ADD ON ; SAPPHIRE FREYCINET THEN BACK TO MELBOURNE
KUNUNURRA
BROOME EL QUESTRO
HOMESTEAD
NINGALOO
ULURU
BROKEN HILL
PERTH ESPERANCE
MARGARET
RIVER ADELAIDE
KANGAROO ISLAND
MELBOURNE
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Melbourne to Broken Hill to Uluru
Departing Melbourne in the morning, weÕll fly to Broken Hill for a quick tour around this famous outback town.
After lunch weÕll fly direct to Uluru, where youÕll check in to Longitude 131 and get your first view at AustraliaÕs
most famous outback destination. Dinner is a unique lifetime experience where you dine in the desert on
sumptuous outback fare and discover the wonders of the night sky.Ê Later, LongitudeÕs resident astronomer
regales your group with tales of the Southerly constellations.
1
Uluru
Take a guidedÊUluru Base Walk around the rim of Ayers Rock to see the rock in its majestic dawn light. After an
outback lunch, return to the resort for their famed spa services. Spa Kinara is a cool sanctuary in AustraliaÕs rich
red desert, sitting low in the sand dunes at Longitude 131, connecting the sky to the earth and offering travellers
a welcome retreat. That evening dinner will be catered to your room.
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Uluru to Kununurra to El Questro Homestead
Departing in the morning, weÕll fly to Kununurra for lunch at the Pumphouse overlooking the tranquil setting of Lake
Kununurra, then fly onto El Questro Homestead, one of AustraliaÕs most famous outback stations with its sprawling
cattle empire. With almost 700,000 acres to explore, the HomesteadÕs surrounding landscape is dramatic and expansive.
In the afternoon youÕll boat out onto the Chamberlain River and take a cruise through sun-lit gorges, stopping only
to feed the local fish. Dinner is hosted under the stars, at the communal table, with menus inspired by the produce
of the Ord River Valley.
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El Questro Homestead
Wake up and enjoy breakfast at the wide, sweeping veranda with uninterrupted views to the Chamberlain Gorge,
youÕll watch the morning sun warm the adorning ranges with a soft pink glow. The Big Day Out is the signature
day out at El Questro, and allows plenty of opportunities to spot the Kimberley Big 5: brolgas, jabirus, saltwater
crocodiles, bullocks and wallaroos. A full day experiencing the vastness, beauty and signature wildlife of the
station. That night dine privately at one of the three cliff side locations overlooking the Gorge.
4
El Questro to Broome
Lie in at El Questro and take a leisurely breakfast, or wake up early to take a guided walk to the famed Emma
Gorge, to see this famous watering hole and its towering walls. Late morning, weÕll fly to remote outpost Broome,
to see its red soil, lunar landscapes and pearl lugging history. Check in to Cable Beach Club, with its resort and
spa, Indian Ocean sunsets, gently swaying palm trees and Kimberley charm. Take the famous sunset camel ride,
before dining at MatsoÕs Brewery, with its creative grub including crocodile, emu and much, much more!
5Broome to Horizontal Falls
Take a Horizontal Falls Seaplane Adventure to the very far north of Western Australia, for an exhilarating fast
boat ride through the narrow gorges of the famous Horizontal Falls. Strap inÊto their powerful 900hp boat, the
fastest in the Kimberley. In the afternoon enjoy a relaxing cruise through spectacular untouched bays and creeks
of North Kimberley, with lunch featuring Barramundi on the barbeque. FinishÊin the clear blue waters of Talbot
Bay in their huge swimming cage, with a protected view of crocodiles and sharks.
6Broome to Ningaloo Reef
Lie in at Cable Beach and take a leisurely breakfast, or wake up early to take a guided tour of Willie Creek Pearl
Farm. Early afternoon weÕll fly to the Ningaloo Reef, where youÕll check in to Sal Sallis. Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef
is an exclusive beach safari camp nestled in the dunes of the Cape Range National Park near Exmouth in Western
Australia. Your eco-luxe wilderness tent offers views of the surrounding bush and the fringing Ningaloo Reef,
youÕll sleep to the sound of the waves on the beach and under a blanket of a thousand stars. Before dinner take
a kayak to some of the secret spots on the reef to see huge schools of fish, reef sharks and coral formations..
7Ningaloo
Enjoy a whale shark swim experience (April to July) or a megafauna experience (August to October) on Ningaloo
Reef. In 1987 the reef and surrounding waters were designated as the Ningaloo Marine Park, and while the waters
of the park are known for the seasonal feeding concentrations of the whale shark, the area is also visited by a
range of whale and dolphin species. Humpback whales migrate through the Marine Park from August to October
each year, plus Ningaloo is also visited by dwarf minke whales, orcas, pygmy blue whales, BrydeÕs whales, Australian
humpback dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, spinner dolphins and southern right whales.
8Ningaloo to Perth
Lie in at your luxury tent and enjoy a sumptuous breakfast or wake up early to take a walk into Mandu Mandu.
This spectacular Gorge is located 2km behind camp and is a step back in geological history with fossil bearing
limestone formations and spectacular views back to the coast. The history of 30,000 years of human habitation
in this area is slowly unfolding. Records have been found of two, possibly three Aboriginal groups occupying
the Ningaloo Coast. Evidence of the historical Aboriginal occupation is found throughout the Cape Range, with
over 100 sites being identified. Walking through the gorge provides an opportunity to spot the black-footed
rock wallaby and majestic views back over Ningaloo Reef. Late morning weÕll fly from Exmouth Airport to Perth.
At Perth transfer to the most celebrated new hotel in Australia, The ComoTreasury.
9Perth to Margaret River
Lie in at the Como and take a leisurely breakfast, or enjoy a private walking tour of PerthÕs new entertainment
precincts by renowned operator Two Feet & a Heart Beat. Late afternoon weÕll fly down to Margaret River, check
in to Cape Lodge. Positioned in the heart of the great wine region of Margaret River, and surrounded by its own
vineyards,ÊCape LodgeÊattracts those with a yearning to discover outstanding food and wine, plus some of the
most majestic coast & surfing destinations in the world. Also regarded as one of the dining destinations in
Western Australia, youÕll savour Cape LodgeÕs famous ChefÕs Harvest Dinner.
10Margaret River
Wake up to a leisurely breakfast at Cape Lodge, then enjoy a private tour with local legend, Sean Blocksidge
from the Margert River Discovery Company. Sean will tailor an itinerary to include Lake Cave, Boranup Forest,
Cape to Cape Trail, the Leeuwin Lighthouse plus secluded beaches and famous wineries along the way. Includes
a touch of adventure by canoeing along Margaret River, where youÕll head upstream to view the spectacular
limestone cliffs that illuminate with the afternoon light. Finish with a BBQ dinner on a famous beach, to see
the extraordinary coast of the Margaret River region.
11Margaret River to Esperance to Adelaide
After a hearty breakfast at Cape Lodge, this is a day of scenic flying interspersed with a stop-over in Esperance.
Tour Cape Le Grand National park with a BBQ lunch at Lucky Bay. Lucky Bay is regarded as one of the whitest,
purest and most beautiful beaches in Australia, and kangaroos are regularly seen hanging out right on the beach.
Situated in Cape Le Grand, this is a secret gem of AustraliaÕs national park scene with its majestic rock formations,
white beaches and southern ocean views. After the awesome surprise of Cape Le Grand, youÕll enjoy a scenic
flight over the Great Australian Bight to Adelaide. Arrive Adelaide and transfer to Sequoia Lodge for a dinner
that is catered for you on the balcony of your lodge suite, overlooking the Adelaide Hills wine region.
12Ultimate Barossa Tour
A day tour that explores the finest wine brands in the country. Start with a visit to Torbreck Vintners, which has the
incredible accolade of achieving a perfect 100 point score from Robert ParkerÕs Wine Advocate no less than five
times in its history. Then a short drive to Elderton Wines, awarded the worldÕs best Shiraz in 2000. Enjoy a personal
tour of the Elderton Homestead with the Ashmead family. In the afternoon visit Henschke, the most famous small
winemaker in the country. Enter this icon and take a private, VIP tour of Australian winemaking history.
YouÔll enjoy exclusive access to one of AustraliaÕs most celebrated vineyards, Hill of Grace, including an hour in the
vineyard driving and walking next to the oldest ÒGrandfatherÓ vines dating back to the 1860Õs, followed by a tour of
the historical working winery. WeÕll finish the day with a panoramic 4WD trip into Steingarten Vineyard, atop the
beautiful Barossa Ranges. Arriving back at Sequoia Lodge, enjoy dinner at HardyÕs Verandah.
13Secret Gems of SA Wine
A journey of discovery into geology, ancient soils and two of the finest boutique winemakers in South Australia.
Start your wine journey with a 4WD tour into ancient Onkaparinga Gorge to see native animals and geology
that dates back 600 million years.Visit Bekkers Fine Wine and take in boutique, world class wines with finesse
and texture, made by husband & wife team Toby & Emmanuelle Bekkers. Visit Salopian Inn for lunch, to meet
one of South AustraliaÕs most iconic Chefs, Karen Armstrong. Enjoy lunch in this majestic stone homestead
with its expansive vineyard views, followed by a 4WD tour down Silver Sands Beach. Finish the day at HickinbothamÕs
Clarendon Vineyard and their private Chateau, which for over 40 years has supplied fruit to produce many of
AustraliaÕs greatest wines, including Penfolds Grange. Return to Sequoia Lodge for an evening campfire and
marshmallow roasting on the valley rim, and enjoy a delicious dinner cooked right in front of you.
14Adelaide to Kingscote, Kangaroo Island
First stop on your journey from Melbourne is Kangaroo Island, a wildlife hotspot and one of the most sought after destinations
in Australia, with its 30 Conservation parks and huge range of wildlife species. On arrival youÕll step completely off the grid
into a fully-hosted eco luxury experience at Oceanview Eco Villas, where youÕll be welcomed by your island hosts, Tim and
Tamsin Wendt. Allow yourself to relax, unwind and rejuvenate in luxury accommodation whilst enjoying the stunning 500-
acre coastal property. Enjoy an afternoon tour with Exceptional Kangaroo Island including a BBQ lunch at a spectacular beach
location and a tour with Kangaroo Island Marine Adventures to experience their dolphin watch program, learning about the
visual recognition system that helps track dolphin movement between pods,. Return for dinner with Tim & Tamsin.
15Kangaroo Island
Start with a trip to Seal Bay to see an Australian Sea Lion Colony, looking out for pups that nurse their mothers
and big bulls staking out their territory. We then head along pristine coastline to enjoy lunch at an iconic picnic
spot. In the afternoon savour a tour of the iconic Flinders Chase National Park. After lunch, travel into Flinders
Chase National Park and explore the massive shapes of Remarkable Rocks, a natural sculpture perched impossibly
on top of a dome of granite emerging from the ocean. Late afternoon we'll marvel at the power of the Southern
Ocean swell at Admirals Arch - a coastal grotto which provides a haul out for a large colony of long-nosed fur
seals who swim effortlessly through the crashing waves.
16Kangaroo Island
Enjoy a deep dive into the islandÕs pioneering conservation programs, where you can learn about the IslandÕs
passion for conserving its native flora and fauna. Visit the Eucalyptus forest of the Cygnet Valley and learn about
the ground-breaking large-scale habitat restoration programme. Meet with Dr Peggy Rismiller, who is the world
expert on short-beaked echidnas Ð one of the worldÕs three egg-laying mammals. Over lunch at a private bush
site, Peggy will share the results of 30 years investigating the lives of echidnas, goannas and tiger snakes. After
lunch, savour a tasting and tour of an oyster farm at American River. Late afternoon youÕll fly from Kangaroo
Island to Melbourne.
17Owner of the company and your
own personal tour director, Simon
Burley is a specialist luxury tour
operator with an international
background in gin, whisky, wine,
nature and tourism. It's taken him
from London to Inverness to
Sydney to Perth and to Adelaide, a
journey which has inspired a love
of landscapes, nature, coast,
wildlife and the characters that
make each place special.
The itineraries are a curation of his
very favourite places and shared
with you in the most intimate,
exclusive and luxurious safaris that
are offered across Australia.CO
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2 pax : $105,000 per person
4 pax : $74,000 per person
6 pax : $54,000 per person
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Your own Private Concierge, Extra Activities,
Flights & Transfers, Accommodation, Items of a Personal Nature, Gratuities
Food and Beverage, Private Touring
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