Ships of the desert

Rather than camel train as in pioneering days, we’re now driving east (in air conditioned comfort) 1,986 Km through the Nullarbor towards Adelaide.  Travelling 300-400 Km daily, we’ll take 5-6 leisurely days via outback stops on the Eyre Highway, including 90 Mile Strait - 146 Km without a turn from Belladonia Station to Caiguna Roadhouse. 

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