Solar City Festivals

Sometimes the further away from the city you get, the more wonderfully surreal life becomes. That rings true for the Territory’s Red Centre and it’s queen, Alice Springs. A city filled with characters, Alice knows how to put on an entertaining show, and festivals are its speciality. Winter is peak time for the colourful celebrations, with sunny days in the mid-20s perfect for outdoor events. For a one-in-a-million experience, get along to the Camel Cup in July. Comical and moody, the racing camels put on a hilarious show, whether they decide to run or not. The one thing you can bet on is that no two races will be the same. If you’ve always wanted to watch bareback riders pit their strength against bucking bulls, the Alice Springs Rodeo should be on your list for August. Hold your breath and feel the excitement of seeing two fiercely determined forces battle in the ring. Stick around for one of the Territory’s biggest music festivals, held in early October. Bass in the Dust mixes big name Aussie bands with local talent for a day of serious rocking out in the desert. Stretch your holiday to include the ten-day Alice Desert Festival in mid-October, where you can soak up the sounds of regional indigenous choirs, sample fresh bush foods and marvel at the wearable art creation paraded in sell out performances.

Red Centre Adventure

Discover the spiritual heart of Australia, explore the outback highlights and share the excitement of the festival season in central Australia on this exciting small-group adventure.

INCLUDES:

• 2 nights 4.5 star accommodation in Alice Springs
• 4 days 4WD Red Centre Safari with Adventure Tours Australia
• Some meals, camping equipment and fees, experienced guides and hotel transfers.