7 DAY ARTS TOUR
Central Australian Aboriginal Arts and Culture Tour
7 days / 6 Nights
This 7 Day / 6 Night Arts and Culture Tour is a kaleidoscope of colour, variety, mystery, culture, landscapes and Alcheringa (dreamtime) - the inspiration and the creation behind some of the most sought after art in the world today.
During our 7 day extravaganza we’ll visit 8 Aboriginal Communities in Central Australia, many of which very few people get the opportunity to visit. The tour covers most of the region’s beautiful and dramatic areas including the icons of the Red Centre, Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata Tjuta (Olgas), Watarrka (Kings Canyon) and the West MacDonnell Ranges. We also camp at a sensation spot on the Finke River which is the oldest watercourse on the planet and a haven for birdlife.
If you are on a tighter time frame or budget then you may want to look at our 5 Day Arts and Culture Tour. On this tour we visit 6 Aboriginal Communities, cover many of the most stunning areas of Central Australia including the two icons that simply can’t be missed, Uluru and Kata Tjuta.
Special Features:
- Visit 8 remote Aboriginal Communities
- Visit 3 of the regions finest art distribution facilities
- Interactive Aboriginal Cultural experiences
- Visit the icons of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Watarrka
- Camp on the Finke River
2008 Season Pricing and Departure Dates
$2,600.00 per person(includes 1 night Alice Springs accommodation twin share, 1 night Safari Tent accommodation twin share and meal at Kings Creek Station. Hotel accommodation at Yulara is not included but can be negotiated upon contact with Wayoutback).
All prices in Australian Dollars. GST included.
Minimum 6 people and maximum only 14
(Special Private Charters up to 14 passengers and Group Tours above 14 can be catered for upon application)
2008 Departure Dates: - 19th July, 23rd August, 20th September
2009 Departure Dates: - 23rd May, 20th June, 18th July, 22nd August
Arrive Alice Springs - Depart Ayers Rock Airport
This tour can be conducted in reverse direction (groups only) or with Alice Springs arrival and departure.
An Insight into the Art and Life of an Ancient Culture
This is the land, the country and home to the likes of Albert Namatjira, Possum, Polly and Emily Kngwarreye and the many fine young artists following in their famous footsteps. Their spirits and legacy live on, strongly influencing the artists of today.
Central Australian art has evolved over the years from the traditional Dot Art and Landscapes to more contemporary and abstract designs. Contemporary Aboriginal art is a vital part of the world's oldest continuous cultural tradition. It is also one of the most brilliant and exciting areas of modern art, all decisive in their impression on art lovers and collectors world-wide.
Travel into their country, their remote Communities to see and admire the commitment and patience as their stories unfold with infinite accuracy. These stories and beliefs do not go back generations but thousands of years.
Visit Aboriginal Communities and Regions that precious few have the opportunity to
The tour commences with two of Alice’s’ finest art distribution outlets, Ngurratjuta Iltja Ntjarra Art Centre and Mbantua Gallery. It then weaves its way through the Western Region of Central Australia visiting locations that few visitors will ever experience, taking in art and culture from the Clan regions of Utopia, Walpiri, Arrente, Luritja, Anmatyere and Pitjantjatjara.
Not for the Faint Hearted
Not only is this an art extravaganza, it is an experience “choc-bloc” full of traditional culture and understanding. It is not a tour for those that are Hotel/Motel dependant. Visitation to remote Communities requires a commitment and one must be prepared to experience the realisation of traditional “Aussie bush camping”, although in relative style.
Wayoutback offers a truly authentic opportunity for the art connoisseur to cut loose from the outside world whilst exploring some of the most beautiful and remote locations in Central Australia, all with indigenous art the focus.
Your Chance to Really Experience the Outback at is Should Be
This is a true outback experience in 4-wheel drive vehicles, small groups (max 14 persons), camping (tents can be provided), open fires at night, sensational camp fire meals with quality food, all equipment provided and fully catered. Camping and sleeping under the sensational star-filled southern night sky will be a memory of a life time. You, the wild and no other!!
There is an old adage – “the best locations are the hardest to get to” and this is where Wayoutback’s name and tradition come from. People expect the best and we leave no stone unturned in achieving that.
As we so proudly boast
“Masses go Outback – Only the enlightened few Go WAYOUTBACK”
Conditions
- Visitation to all communities is subject to local cultural activities
- Outback track access dependent upon weather conditions at time of travel
- Special Tours outside the dates above can be arranged in consultation with Wayoutback Desert Safaris
- Prices subject to change
>> 7 Day Arts Tour Itinerary
>> Information on individual artists
>> What Wayoutback will provide
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