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Outback Spirit are offering free return flights on 2027 tours

Your 2027 adventures just got easier, with Outback Spirit offering free return flights on all-inclusive tours.

Picture this: your big Mercedes four-wheeler rumbles along a red-dirt track, the only way to get between the remote communities that call Arnhem Land home. Thankfully, your guide is doing the driving, so you can simply watch as you pass the dense bushland enveloping the vehicle and the cloud of red dust trailing behind you.

You’ve just come from your first stop, a slice of paradise beside the Arafura Swamp near Murwangi. You and your fellow tour guests are the only people around, besides the staff and guides that make this elevated safari-tented camp what it is. By day, the waterbirds of Arafura provide the soundtrack. As the weather cools, cicadas join in. At night, you might even hear the low grumbling of a crocodile before a violent splash; a dead giveaway it’s located dinner.

exclusive Murwangi safari camp on outback spirit arnhem land tour
Stay on the banks of the Arafura Swamp. (Credit: Jess Miocevich)

Ahead lies plenty more to experience, from meaningful connections with local Indigenous artists to the largest outdoor rock art gallery in the world with artworks dating back as far as 55,000 years to seaside bliss at Seven Spirit Bay. All of this on one Outback Spirit tour: the 13-day Arnhem Land Wetlands & Wildlife wilderness adventure from Cairns to Darwin. It’s still the most incredible experience I’ve ever had on my many Australian adventures.

And with Outback Spirit’s Fly Free offer, there’s another reason to stop procrastinating and see it for yourself.

Free return flights with Outback Spirit

outback spirit 4wd driving through the Pentecost river in the kimberley
Fly for free to and from your closest main city.

The Fly Free offer includes complimentary flights to and from your nearest capital city when you book a 2027 tour – just be sure to book it by 18 December 2027 (subject to availability and blackout dates apply).

Outback Spirit’s itineraries are all-inclusive – whether you’re connecting with the culture of Arnhem Land (as I did), exploring the rugged gorges of the Kimberley, uncovering diverse landscapes in Western Australia, or discovering Tasmania’s hidden gems. That means accommodation, all meals and select beverages, transport, park permits and guided experiences are all part of the package.

“Our passionate and experienced guides will provide you with valuable insights into the culture, history and wildlife of the region you’re exploring … And now you can fly free at the start and end of your tour," said Cesar Piotto, Executive General Manager Touring at Journey Beyond.

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Further discounts on select tours

two people from outback spirit tour sit overlooking mitchell falls in the kimberley
Get further discounts to explore the Kimberley.

There are further savings being offered on selected tours. The 15-day Jewels of the Kimberley & Faraway Bay itinerary from Broome to Darwin is adding a saving of $1,310 per couple. The trip includes two helicopter flights, the striking Horizontal Falls and two nights at exclusive Faraway Bay on the remote North Kimberley Coast, surrounded by ancient escarpments and pristine wilderness.

Or, join the 9-day South Western Explorer adventure, beginning and ending in Perth, with a saving of up to $600 per couple. Stroll through the treetops at the Valley of the Giants, stop at the iconic Wave Rock, see the giant Karri and Tingle trees of the ‘Ancient Empire’ and treat yourself to lunch in the Margaret River.

The Red Centre Explorer, Eyre Peninsula Whale and Seafood Discovery, and Queensland Hinterland Explorer are also being offered with further discounts on top of the free return flights. Find all the details on the Outback Spirit website.

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Kassia Byrnes
Kassia Byrnes is the Native Content Editor for Australian Traveller and International Traveller. She's come a long way since writing in her diary about family trips to Grandma's. After graduating a BA of Communication from University of Technology Sydney, she has been writing about her travels (and more) professionally for over 10 years for titles like AWOL, News.com.au, Pedestrian.TV, Body + Soul and Punkee. She's addicted to travel but has a terrible sense of direction, so you can usually find her getting lost somewhere new around the world. Luckily, she loves to explore and have new adventures – whether that’s exploring the backstreets, bungee jumping off a bridge or hiking for days. You can follow her adventures on Instagram @probably_kassia.
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The top 10 events you don’t want to miss in Victoria in 2026

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    From cycling and comedy to boating and begonia appreciation, there’s an event in regional Victoria that’s sure to have you circling dates on your calendar.

    1. Festival of Sails

    the Melbourne to Geelong passage race, Festival of Sails 2025
    The Melbourne to Geelong passage race will be held for its 183rd year. (Image: Salty Dingo)

    When: 24–26 January
    Where: Melbourne and Geelong

    This five-day regatta of sailing and onshore entertainment at Geelong’s waterfront includes Australia’s oldest sporting event, the Melbourne to Geelong passage race which, in 2026, will be held for its 183rd year. But you don’t have to be a yachtie, sailor or boat-enthusiast to enjoy the nautical excitement; there’s also a three-day line-up of entertainment, food and live music, including the anchoring of tall ships – ever a firm family favourite.

    2. Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race

    cyclists during the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race
    Catch the best cyclists as they wind through Victoria’s coastal towns. (Image: Visit Victoria)

    When: 31 January – 1 February
    Where: The Bellarine Peninsula

    Meandering (at pace) along the Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast is this annual cycling event that welcomes everyone from families to serious athletes. Since its beginnings in 2015, the race has become a huge hit with spectators flocking along to cheer on Lycra-clad competitors. Starting and finishing in Geelong’s Velo Village, this is the hub of the non-race activity with food and drink, roaming performers, lawn games and face painting.

    3. Riverboats Music Festival

    the performers at Riverboats Music Festival, Murray River
    The annual music festival is staged under majestic red gums by the Murray River.

    When: 13–15 February
    Where: Echuca–Moama

    Get along to bop and sway under the canopy of red gums at this annual music festival. Hosted by the twin towns of Echuca–Moama, the stage is set for Murray River-adjacent revelling as historic paddlesteamers peacefully chug alongside the event. As well as music, there’s dancing, food trucks and plenty of atmosphere to absorb.

    4. Neerim ArtsFest

    the Neerim ArtsFest south sculptures
    Admire stunning works at Neerim ArtsFest. (Image: Nicky Cawood)

    When: 28 February – 15 March
    Where: Gippsland

    This biennial Gippsland festival celebrates sculptural artists with an esteemed award in two categories, large outdoor and small indoor. The public is invited to enjoy the works over the exhibition period as they’re placed throughout Neerim South and surrounding venues. For 2026, the theme ‘The Spirit Soars’ leads artists to create stunning pieces that explore the expression of freedom in a thrilling visual capacity.

    5. ChillOut Festival

    a street parade during the LGBTQIA+ ChillOut Festival
    Think colourful street parades and burlesque performances.

    When: 5–9 March
    Where: Daylesford

    Pride in the country has been cheered on every March in Daylesford since 1997 with the riotous annual LGBTQIA+ ChillOut Festival. This colourful regional spectacle is an inclusive celebration of diversity that plays out across a vibrant parade, burlesque performances, a bush dance and a carnival. Get bedazzled, find a wig and stick on the false eyelashes for this fun party.

    6. Port Fairy Folk Festival

    Missy Higgins at the Port Fairy Folk Festival
    Celebrate folk music at the Port Fairy Folk Festival. (Image: Lucinda Goodwin)

    When: 6–9 March
    Where: Port Fairy

    In 2026, this beloved festival will be one year shy of its 50th anniversary. From folk fans to festival-lovers, this long-running event brings plenty of good vibes to guarantee an incredible experience. While music is at the heart of the festival, there’s also a range of workshops, exhibitions and family entertainment across dance, film and folk art. For its 49th year, the line-up so far includes Blair Dunlop, Elephant Sessions, and the musical duo Felicity Urquhart and Josh Cunningham.

    7. The Ballarat Begonia Festival

    a woman admiring flowers at The Ballarat Begonia Festival
    Gasp at delicate blooms at The Ballarat Begonia Festival.

    When: 7–9 March
    Where: Ballarat

    In bloom since 1953, this horticultural event places a collection of rare begonias at the centre of festivities, honouring the flower’s presence in Ballarat since the 1800s. During its history, the event has been visited by Queen Elizabeth II and, in 2015, it featured the launch of the largest outdoor Lego flower. Apart from a display of around 500 species of the flower of the moment, there’s also a begonia parade, entertainment, live music, food and presentations.

    8. The Bendigo Easter Festival

    Chinese dragon Dai Gum Loong dance at The Bendigo Easter Festival
    The majestic Chinese dragon Dai Gum Loong dance is an annual tradition at The Bendigo Easter Festival.

    When: 3–6 April
    Where: Bendigo

    Held in the city’s Rosalind Park, the annual Easter Festival has been a highlight of Bendigo’s calendar of events since 1871. A carnival of colourful activity, the festival welcomes everyone and rolls out the good times with everything from a Good Friday Easter egg hunt to live music and performances, a Rotary market and Gala Parade. Don’t miss the world’s longest imperial dragon rhythmically roaming the historic streets as part of the Easter Sunday festivities.

    9. Grape Escape

    a glass of wine at the Grampians Grape Escape
    Enjoy a wine tasting experience. (Image: Anthony Evans Photography)

    When: 1–3 May
    Where: The Grampians

    Backdropped by gorgeous Grampians/Gariwerd National Park, this much-loved bacchanalian-inspired festival of food, wine and music is a high-priority for gourmands. Held at Halls Gap Reserve, a Tasting Ticket includes a tumbler that unlocks free wine, beer and cider tastings and, if you are partaking, there’s a shuttle bus to get you back to your digs afterwards. Be sure to book your accommodation early for this one – its popularity is undisputed.

    10. Comedy in the Vines

    Comedy in the Vines at Cherryhill Orchards
    Get the good times rolling at Cherryhill Orchards. (Image: Saige Prime)

    When: 24–26 October
    Where: Yarra Valley

    The premise of Yarra Valley’s Comedy in the Vines, held at Cherryhill Orchards, is that wine and laughs pair well. Few arguments can be made, so get along this month (or next year), to have a giggle and a gamay. This year, taking the stage is the likes of Merrick Watts, Tommy Little, Ray O’Leary and Takashi Wakasugi. There are also masterclasses, a riesling and oyster shot bar, and plenty of food and music between gigs.