Bush Safari Co
Enjoy a great range of Outback adventure tours and wildlife safaris with Bush Safari Co.
Bush Safari Co offer you half day, full day and extended all inclusive safari treks travelling by camels, four wheel drive vehicles, boats and rafts throughout South Australia and Australia wide.
Owner Rex Ellis began his safari operations in 1965, having gained valuable experience on South Australian and Western Australian stations, working as a jackeroo and an overseer. Rex is a keen ornithologist and naturalist, his safaris are nature oriented, and have observed the conservation ethic for years before the term "ecotourism" was coined.
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Australian Wildlife 14 Day 4WD Safari - BSC20Australian Wildlife 14 Day Safari has a specialist itinerary giving the opportunity to observe up to 30 native animal species in their natural habitat, no other Australian itinerary can match this. Included are some species that are being rehabilitated after near extinction such as numbats, bettongs, bilbies and certain wallaby species. These have been captive bred, then released into very large sanctuaries that have been cleared of all large predators such as cats and foxes and we visit several of these sanctuaries. We concentrate throughout on the birdlife, with an excellent opportunity of seeing some of Australia's rarest species like the Black-Eared Miner, the Red-Lored Whistler and of course the Mallee Fowl. Some National Parks are included in our visits, but much of this wildlife will be observed in private locations. Visitors will get the opportunity to meet some outback Australian's with overnights stays on sheep stations, and almost two days on Kangaroo Island. A short boat cruise on the Murray River is included and the magnificent Flinders Ranges is yet another feature. We will have a boat trip with an overnight stay on the unique Coorong and many other unusual and interesting visits are part of this tour. Overnight stays are a mixture of camping and accommodated ranging from sheep station homesteads and motels to shearers quarters and safari camps. Our camp cooking is second to none. Operates: All year round, departure times and dates on application. Boats Through The Desert 12 Day Safari - BSC05Experience a unique adventure safari exploring an inland desert river system. Our journey begins near the Birdsville Track on the Warburton River, travelling through some of the most inaccessible country in Australia between the Tirari and Simpson Desert. We eventually leave the cattle country behind as we near Lake Eyre. As we break out into the wide expanse of water, we encounter huge flocks of pelicans and other water birds. We finally reach the mouth of the Warburton River and the vast inland sea that is Lake Eyre where we set up camp on its shore. Massive recent rains in the catchment have produced abnormal flooding and excellent local rains, guarantee prolific wildflowers and animals life. For a short period of time this river creates spectacular beauty in one of the world's most desolate regions. Operates: All year round, departure times and dates on application. Flinders Ranges Nine Day Camel Trek - BSC02Enjoy a nine day camel trek through the spectacular Flinders Ranges, full itinerary details on application. Operates: Every Saturday from September to October at 9.30am. Great Victoria Desert 30 Day Camel Expedition - BSC01Experience a 30 day camel trek traversing the Great Victoria Desert Australia's second largest desert, located between the Nullarbor Plain and the Gibson Desert. It is arguably the most interesting desert, being more botanically diverse than any other. The great variety of flora ranges from vast scrubs of Mulga, large attractive Marble Gums, and stately black Oaks, through to belts if Mallee scrub numerous under storey species and shrublands. Landforms vary from spectacular red bush-covered sand dunes, sand plains, salt lakes and breakaway country, the abundant fauna is also of great interest. For the most part, this route explores country previously untravelled by Europeans. The main theme of this expedition is to search for the elusive Night Parrot. Operates: Departs Adelaide on July 10 2009. Murray River Short Camel Trek - BSC07Enjoy a taste of camel trekking through semi desert bushland and along the Murray River cliffs. Operates: From October to April, all departure times on application. Murray/Backwater Six Day Tour - BSC21The Murray Backwater Six Day Tour is an excellent comprehensive coverage of South Australia's riverlands. It comprises gum covered river flats, a great variety of spectacular cliffs, Aboriginal and European history and of course the ever present wildlife which is expertly interpreted by Rex Ellis. Several locks are negotiated, meet local people and experience a variety of river habitat with the wetlands being a major highlight. There is ample opportunity for swimming and fishing both from the boat and our idyllic campsites. Enjoy excellent camp cooking and plenty of bush yarns. We travel in a six metre aluminium boat that offers great comfort and excellent vision. It is particularly quiet and its shallow draught allows us to access areas closed to larger boats. Operates: From November to April inclusive, all departures dates and times on application. River Murray Three Day Camel Trek - BSC12Spend three days camel trekking into the semi desert hinterland north of the River Murray, observing the abundant native flora and fauna of the region and travelling along the river flats and cliff tops. Operates: Daily from October to April, all departure times on application. River Murray Two Day Camel Trek - BSC11Spend two days camel trekking into the semi desert hinterland north of the River Murray, observing the abundant native flora and fauna of the region and travelling along the river flats and cliff tops. Operates: Daily from October to April, all departure times on application. Riverland Full Day Camel Trek - BSC10Taking in the fascinating semi desert hinterland with its plentiful flora and fauna, including three types of kangaroo. Enjoy a gourmet lunch on a remote and beautiful part of the River Murray, returning along a spectacular cliff line. Operates: Daily from October to April, all departure times on application. Riverland Half Day Camel Trek - BSC09Enjoy the cliff tops, magnificent river flats and semi desert bushland, see a good variety of wildlife and there is also time for swimming. Operates: Daily from October to April. all departure times on application. Take a Camel to Dinner Evening Tour - BSC06A 40 minute camel trek through interesting bushland and along spectacular cliffs, before arriving at arguably, South Australia's most spectacular restaurant for dinner featuring Australian cuisine with complimentary wine. A unique Riverland experience. Operates: Daily from October to April, all departure times on application. The Magic Carpet 10 Day Raft Safari - BSC16Spend leisurely days drifting along the River Murray on a 20 foot by 16 foot traditional raft, one of the purest forms of relaxation yet devised. Most days are spent drifting on the river, stopping to visit interesting shore locations along the way. An inflatable dinghy is available for the exploration of the River Murray's many fascinating backwaters. The raft is moored to the bank of the river most evenings and participants have the option of sleeping on or off the vessel. Operates: All departure dates on application. Wildlife Way Nine Day Safari - BSC14Experience South Australian wildlife and nature. Highlights include bush walking in the Southern Flinders Ranges, wetlands bird watching and boat trip, Aboriginal heritage, River Murray, Barossa Valley and Adelaide Hills. Operates: On the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 2pm. | |
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