New Trips from Intrepid Travel Showcase the Best of Australia

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Intrepid Travel has launched a range of trips for 2016 that are aimed at both Australians and international visitors heading Down Under. Whether it's learning the lay of the land from traditional Aboriginal owners, sleeping under the stars on top of the red earth or riding waves on some of the best beaches in the country, no one offers a more authentic experience of Australia.

New experiences available now include:

Earthwatch – Wildlife of Australia's Rainforests

Intrepid has launched a one-of-a-kind trip to the Daintree Rainforest of Northern Queensland in partnership with international field research organisation Earthwatch. The week-long expedition will go off-map, deep into the depths of the Daintree with some of Australia's leading climate change scientists. Travellers will have the opportunity to participate in environmental field research that will help inform our understanding of how climate change is impacting this delicate ecosystem.

Cost: from $2,195 per person
Departures: 18 & 26 October 2015, 14 & 22 February, 12 & 20 June and 16 & 24 October 2016
www.intrepidtravel.com/australia/expedition-earthwatch-wildlife-australias-rainforests-88340

1000 Star Dinner at Uluru

A speical dining experience without the added price tag is now included on all Intrepid in the Red Centre. After admiring the colours of the rock as the sun sets on Uluru, head back to camp and dine on a three course meal featuring local Australian ingredients. The '1000 Star Dinner' can include anything from a camel stew to a wild date pudding with custard. Feel the red sand underneath bare feet, get the full white table cloth experience and share a toast with the stars to end the perfect day in the Red Centre.

More info: www.intrepidtravel.com/australia

Journey into Olkola Country

In 2014, the Olkola reclaimed more than 6,300 square kilometres of their traditional land in Cape York located in Far North Queensland. This historic event marked the beginning of Olkola's plans to share their country and stories, while creating opportunities to bring Olkola people back to their traditional lands. Intrepid have formed an exclusive partnership with Olkola to develop an opportunity for travellers to be hosted by Olkola Traditional Owners on their country to gain an understanding of the history of the area, visit culturally significant sites, see rare and unique wildlife and share in their stories.

More info: www.intrepidtravel.com/olkola

The Great Kimberley Overland

The new 12 day itinerary through the Kimberley is the perfect trip for travellers looking to explore some of Australia's most remote and unspoilt territory. Starting and finishing in Broome, travellers will visit the iconic Bungle Bungles, stumble upon hidden waterfalls and rock pools, reach the extremely remote beaches at Cape Leveque, explore Geikie Gorge National Park and enjoy a yarn with locals in plenty of outback pubs.

Melbourne to Adelaide

This ultimate three day road trip includes some of southern Australia's best natural attractions between the quiet charm of Adelaide to busy, vibrant Melbourne. Drive along the famous Great Ocean Road and see the Twelve Apostles, hike through the wild bushlands of the Grampians and see the Blue Lake in Mount Gambier located in an extinct volcanic maar.

Taste of Tasmania

Australia's smallest state is well and truly on the world map with its pristine natural wilderness, locally grown produce and world-renown art and culture. This new six day itinerary will show off Tasmania's best experiences – from the rugged landscapes of Cradle Mountain and the relatively unchartered rainforests of the Tarkine to the tranquil coastal enclaves of Bay of Fires and Wineglass Bay. A trip to Tassie wouldn't be complete without a visit to the state's number one attraction – the Museum of Old and New Art, where travellers will see bizarre and beautiful art.

Visit www.intrepidtravel.com/australia for more information.