Description
Always wanted to cross the Simpson Desert but don’t want to leave the camper trailer behind?
This specially designed Simpson Desert Camper Trailer 4WD Tag Along Tour gives experienced travellers with suitable off-road camper trailers the opportunity to tackle one of Australia’s great outback journeys with the support of an experienced guide and like-minded convoy.
Following a similar route to our traditional Simpson Desert crossing, we’ll travel through the Flinders Ranges, along the historic Oodnadatta Track, visit Dalhousie Hot Springs and then take on the legendary Simpson Desert before finishing in Birdsville.
The big difference? This tour is planned specifically around travelling with camper trailers.
We’ll travel at a pace suited to towing, carefully manage tyre pressures and dune crossings, and allow additional time where required. With the right vehicle, the right trailer and the right preparation, this is an incredible way to experience the Simpson while having your own camper setup waiting for you each night.
🧭 Quick tour facts
- Duration: 8 days | 8 nights
- Start: Peterborough, SA
- Finish: Birdsville, QLD
- Location: Central Australia (SA, NT & QLD)
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Style: Self-drive 4WD tag-along convoy with camper trailers
- Accommodation: Your own approved off-road camper trailer
- Trip type: Long-range desert & outback touring
📅 Upcoming tour dates
- 4 April to 12 April 2027
Places are strictly limited to keep the convoy manageable and the experience personal.
💰 Tour pricing
- Driver / Vehicle / Approved Camper Trailer: $2,499
- Passenger (Adult): $549
- Passenger 12 & under: $399
All camper trailers and tow vehicles must be approved prior to booking.
❤️ Why you’ll love this Simpson Desert camper adventure
- Cross one of Australia’s most iconic desert landscapes with your own camper trailer.
- Travel with an experienced outback tour leader and support vehicle.
- Follow the historic Oodnadatta Track and Old Ghan Railway route.
- Relax in the warm waters of Dalhousie Hot Springs.
- Tackle repeated dune crossings with guidance from your tour leader.
- Travel at a pace designed around safe off-road towing.
- Camp beneath star-filled desert skies in your own setup.
- Finish the adventure in Birdsville.
- Get photos & video of your vehicle and camper tackling the tracks, where conditions allow.
⭐ Tour highlights
- Flinders Ranges – Rugged outback landscapes and historic towns.
- Oodnadatta Track – One of Australia’s most iconic outback touring routes.
- Old Ghan history – Visit historic sidings and remote outposts.
- Mount Dare Hotel – Classic outback hospitality.
- Dalhousie Hot Springs – Soak in a natural artesian oasis.
- Simpson Desert – Remote tracks, sand dunes and unforgettable scenery.
- Poeppel Corner – Stand where Queensland, South Australia and the Northern Territory meet.
- Birdsville – Finish one of Australia’s great outback journeys.
⚠️ Camper Trailer Approval Required
This is a camper trailer-specific tour, however not all camper trailers or tow vehicles are suitable for a Simpson Desert crossing.
All tow vehicles and camper trailers must be assessed and approved by Adrenalin Off-Road Centre prior to the booking being confirmed.
Approval will take into consideration:
- Tow vehicle suitability and mechanical condition
- Camper trailer type and construction
- Overall size and weight
- Ground clearance
- Tyres and wheel setup
- Front and rear recovery points
- Towbar and coupling
- Vehicle and trailer load
- Fuel and water capacity
- Recovery equipment
- Previous towing and 4WD experience
Approval is based on the suitability of the complete vehicle and trailer combination, not simply the make or model of the camper.
Our priority is ensuring every setup is capable of completing the planned route safely without unnecessarily impacting the convoy, tracks or other travellers.
🚙 This isn’t your average camper trip
Towing a camper trailer through remote desert country requires considerably more preparation than normal touring.
Expect soft sand, repeated dune crossings, corrugations, remote tracks and changing conditions.
Drivers need to be confident towing off-road and willing to follow guide instructions regarding tyre pressures, vehicle spacing, momentum, recovery procedures and track conditions.
The reward is pretty special: cross the Simpson Desert by day, then pull up and enjoy your own camper setup beneath the desert stars each night. 🌅🏕️
✅ What’s included
- Camp fees for the duration of the tour.
- Dinner on the first and last night of the tour.
- Desert Parks Pass & National Park fees.
- Qualified 4WD driver trainer lead guide with extensive outback and remote-area experience.
- Remote first aid trained guides and extensive first aid kit with AED.
- Support vehicle with emergency satellite communication and GPS.
- Basic mechanical support for minor issues en route.
- Photography & videography package of your vehicle and camper on the tracks, where conditions allow.
- FREE pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections at our Narellan workshop. Bookings essential.
❌ What’s not included
- All meals except the first and last dinner on tour.
- Fuel for your vehicle.
- Alcohol and drinks purchased at roadhouses or pubs.
- Your camper trailer and personal camping equipment.
- Recovery gear and vehicle accessories.
- Repairs, parts or recovery costs resulting from vehicle or trailer breakdown.
🧳 What to bring
- Approved off-road camper trailer.
- Sand flag – mandatory for desert travel.
- Basic recovery gear – snatch strap, rated shackles/soft shackles, shovel etc.
- UHF radio – 80 channel – vehicle mounted or handheld.
- Appropriate spare tyres for both tow vehicle and camper trailer.
- Cooking equipment, food and snacks.
- Plenty of water & drinks for all occupants.
- Clothing suitable for warm days and cold desert nights.
- Hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, toiletries and personal medications.
- Cash – EFTPOS may not always be available in remote areas.
- A detailed packing and vehicle preparation list will be supplied to booked customers.
⛽ Fuel & range
Towing through the Simpson Desert significantly increases fuel consumption.
All vehicles must have sufficient fuel capacity for the planned route, with additional reserve fuel carried where required.
Fuel requirements will vary depending on your tow vehicle, camper weight and fuel consumption. We’ll discuss fuel capacity with you during the camper trailer approval process and provide detailed fuel planning information before departure.
🚗 Vehicle, camper & driver requirements
- High-clearance low-range 4WD vehicle in good mechanical condition.
- Suitable off-road camper trailer approved by Adrenalin Off-Road Centre.
- Front and rear recovery points fitted to the tow vehicle.
- Suitable recovery points or recovery provision for the camper trailer.
- Sand flag must be used while crossing the desert.
- Appropriate tyres fitted to both tow vehicle and camper trailer.
- All vehicles and trailers must be registered and roadworthy.
- Comprehensive vehicle and trailer insurance covering off-road use is required.
- Licensed drivers only.
- Drivers should have previous 4WD and off-road towing experience.
- All tow vehicles and camper trailers are subject to pre-approval.
🙌 Who this tour is perfect for
- Experienced travellers who want to cross the Simpson Desert with their camper trailer.
- Drivers confident towing off-road on sand, corrugations and remote tracks.
- Couples, families and friends wanting the comfort of their own camper setup each night.
- Travellers who want the security of an experienced guide, support vehicle and convoy.
- Adventurers looking for a specialist camper trailer desert crossing rather than a standard touring holiday.
📝 Bookings, payments & group size
- Bookings are essential.
- Camper trailer approval is required before booking is confirmed.
- Group size: strictly limited to a small number of approved camper trailer combinations.
- Minimum numbers: the tour will only proceed once minimum vehicle numbers are reached.
- Deposit: $500 non-refundable deposit per vehicle is payable once approval has been completed.
- Final payment: due 6 weeks prior to tour departure.
- Please read our Terms & Conditions and Cancellation Policy before booking.
Please contact our team before booking so we can assess your tow vehicle and camper trailer setup.
❓ Frequently asked questions
Can any camper trailer come on this tour?
No. Every camper trailer and tow vehicle combination must be assessed and approved before booking. Suitability depends on weight, size, clearance, tyres, recovery equipment, tow vehicle setup and other factors.
Do I need experience towing off-road?
Yes. Drivers should already be comfortable towing on dirt roads and off-road conditions. Previous sand and remote-area experience is highly recommended.
Why is approval required?
The Simpson Desert presents unique challenges for vehicles towing trailers. Approval helps us make sure the complete setup is appropriate for the route and helps protect the safety of the group.
Will towing use more fuel?
Yes. Towing through soft sand and repeated dune crossings can significantly increase fuel consumption. Your required fuel capacity will be discussed during the approval process.
Can I bring kids?
Yes, families are welcome. Children must remain under the supervision of a parent or guardian throughout the tour.
Can I bring pets?
No pets are permitted because the tour travels through National Parks and sensitive desert environments.
What insurance do I need?
You must have comprehensive insurance covering both your vehicle and camper trailer for off-road use. Please confirm this directly with your insurer.
What happens if tracks are closed?
Desert tracks can close due to rain, flooding or other conditions. If a planned section becomes unsafe or inaccessible, we’ll use alternate routes where possible and adjust the itinerary with safety as the priority.
🧡 Ready to cross the Simpson with your camper?
Bring the camper, prepare the 4WD and join the Adrenalin Off-Road crew for a Simpson Desert adventure designed specifically for off-road camper trailers.
Contact our team to have your vehicle and camper trailer assessed before booking.
