Broken Hill NSW · 31°57′S 141°28′E
Find your Outback.
Small-group tours for travellers who want the real thing, not a bus full of strangers.
small groups,
big skies
Award winners6 Gold, 3 Silver
Partner airlineH&A Air
Part ofOverland Adventures
Australian Tourism Awards
Winner · 6 Gold, 3 Silver
Rated 5 out of 5
by recent guests
Small groups
with a local family team from Broken Hill
Fly with H&A Air
Our partner airline for Lake Eyre flights
Tours from Broken Hill
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Why travel with us
What to expect out here
Tristate Tours was born in Broken Hill, founded by local operators Jonathan Oliver and Janine Gowenlock. We run small-group tours for travellers who want the real thing, not a bus full of strangers.
Jonathan & JanineFounders and Broken Hill locals
Small groups
Small-group touring for a more personal experience.
Comfortable vehicles & stays
Comfortable vehicles and carefully selected accommodation.
Local & Indigenous guides
Authentic local storytelling, and cultural experiences with Barkindji and Wilyakali leaders.
Remote hidden gems
Remote destinations across NSW, South Australia and Victoria.
Genuine country hospitality Plenty of laughs along the way
This is the Accessible Outback.
You don't need to be a seasoned traveller, experienced camper or four-wheel-drive enthusiast to experience the Outback. Around here, strangers become mates, stories are shared around campfires, and every journey becomes a memory worth telling for years to come.
Find your tourWhere we go
Where we’ll take you
Small-group tours across the tri-state corner of NSW, South Australia and Victoria, from our home in Broken Hill.
NSWSilverton
The historic “original Outback” town: camels, artists and film sets.
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NSWMenindee Lakes & Kinchega
Inland lakes, birdlife, the historic woolshed and the Darling River.
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NSWMutawintji National Park
Gorges, rock pools and Aboriginal cultural heritage.
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NSWMungo National Park
World Heritage-listed, home of the Walls of China and the lunettes.
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NSWWhite Cliffs
Opal fields and underground dugout stays.
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SA · By airKati Thanda–Lake Eyre
Australia’s largest lake, best seen from the air when it fills.
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SA · By airFlinders Ranges & Arkaroola
South Australian ranges, seen from the air on the Lake Eyre flights.
Featured onLake Eyre Air ToursGetting to Broken Hill
Train, fly or drive in, or we can meet you on the way.
no need to start
in Broken Hill!
By train
NSW TrainLink runs services from Sydney to Broken Hill weekly.
By air
Daily flights into Broken Hill Airport from Sydney and Adelaide with Qantas and Rex.
Self drive
By road from regional centres across NSW, SA and Victoria. We can help you plan.
Meet us in Mildura or Wentworth
Or at another metro meeting point, prearranged with the team.
Meet the locals
Your crew
The team behind your experience
From the founders and guides to our Barkindji and Wilyakali cultural leaders, this is the small local team that makes every trip happen.
Meet the teamsay g’day
to the crew!
Jonathan & Janine
Founders & ops team
Clark
Tour guide & artist
Sophia Pearce
Cultural leader · Barkindji
Mark “Sutto”
Cultural expert · Wilyakali
Melanie
Wellness facilitator
Jamaica
Socials & admin
Reviews
Guests say it best
5.0
5 out of 5 stars
Rated 5 out of 5 by recent guests
real words from
real guests
5 out of 5 stars
“This tour was great and took us to all the places of interest outside of Broken Hill, as well as the great museums in town. Our day at Menindee Lakes was fantastic with many animal sightings. Our guide John was so knowledgeable about all things related to the mines, history, wildlife and wildflowers…”
Rosemary S
7 Sep 2026
5 out of 5 stars
“This month we have been privileged to experience the ‘Green Desert’ travelling with the Overland Adventures by air with our pilot Lachlan of H&A Air. He introduced us to some of the most remote, awe inspiring outback of Lake Eyre, Birdsville, Arkaroola…”
John P
John & Di, Merimbula NSW · 24 Aug 2026
5 out of 5 stars
“I had a wonderful trip. The desert was green from recent rains, Lake Eyre was full, and I saw Sturt Desert Peas and a Yellow-Footed Rock Wallaby. The accommodation was excellent and I had some amazing meals…”
Leonie M
28 Jul 2026
5 out of 5 stars
“We had a great time. The people were wonderful, food was great and accommodation very comfortable. Clark (our guide) was exceptional and given that we were unable to do the original itinerary due to roads into National Parks being closed, he organized a few alternatives…”
Ann H
Ann & Tony Hodge · 15 Jul 2026
Discover hidden gems, outback stories and practical travel advice for your next adventure.
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Planning
Planning
Couples
CelebrationsFAQ
Good questions, straight answers
No. This is the Accessible Outback: you don’t need to be a seasoned traveller, experienced camper or four-wheel-drive enthusiast. We travel in comfortable vehicles and stay in carefully selected accommodation.
Comfortable vehicles Carefully selected stays [FITNESS NOTE PER TOUR]
Broken Hill. We pick you up from your accommodation in town. We don’t only depart from Broken Hill, though: we can meet you in Mildura, Wentworth or another metro meeting point, prearranged with the team.
Fly, catch the train or drive. Qantas and Rex fly into Broken Hill Airport daily from Sydney and Adelaide, NSW TrainLink runs services from Sydney every week, and you can drive in from regional centres across NSW, SA and Victoria. We’re happy to help you plan the trip.
Getting to Broken HillSmall: that’s the whole point. The Broken Hill Outback Explorer runs with a minimum of 4 adult guests, and groups top out at [MAX GROUP SIZE].
It depends on the tour. The Broken Hill Outback Explorer, for example, includes heritage-style accommodation in central Broken Hill, all meals as specified, an expert local guide, 4WD coach touring, entry fees, sunset at the Sculptures Symposium and the Silverton Camel Farm.
Yes. Join a scheduled departure or book a private group tour, and talk to us about custom itineraries, group trips and charters. Travel agents: trade rates, fact sheets and group quotes are available on request.
Yes. Our crew includes Barkindji cultural leader Sophia Pearce and Wilyakali cultural expert Mark “Sutto”, and cultural and Indigenous experiences are part of how we travel. The 3 Day Eco Cultural Retreat in the Mallee near Mildura adds bush tucker, weaving and wellness.
see you out here!
Make it your year of adventure!
Lake Eyre flights, 4WD safaris and sunset experiences with a local family team.