Is October too late for SA outback travel?
Submitted: Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 20:49
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Candace S.
Hello all,
A little question from an overseas Oz fan!
I've been planning a visit during September, but now I can't get away from work sooner than October. I plan to rent a Britz Bushcamper in
Adelaide, then spend 3 to 4 weeks out on the tracks. I don't expect to leave S.A. (other than
Birdsville!).
Will it already be too hot to comfortably (or merely SAFELY) travel and
camp?
My last trip was in a Bushcamper, ranging from
Darwin to
Kangaroo Island, in May-June 2008, so heat wasn't a concern. :)
What do you think? I need to decide very soon if I should cancel or reschedule. Any help you can offer will be very welcome!
Reply By: Robin Miller - Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 21:12
Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 21:12
I think you wil be fine, but I would be aware of the advanced weather forcast where ever you go as things can vary over quite a range.
We just completed a trip across lower NT expecting the 20's odd average but experienced a heat wave with mid to high thirties temperatures and down to zero at night.
Plan for all weather conditions always.
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Reply By: Wandy - Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 22:03
Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 22:03
Spring is the best time to see outback Australia. If you can go see the Western Australian Wild flowers. Have a ball, relax and enjoy.
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Reply By: Skippype - Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 22:38
Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 22:38
Candace
You will be fine...I have worked up through that area for the past 30 odd years year in year out. Its a great time to visit. It shouldn't be too hot and camping will be fine.
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Reply By: Pete Jackman (SA) - Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 22:39
Monday, Aug 15, 2011 at 22:39
We travelled outback SA in October 2009. Ere were some hot evenings which were a little unpleasant but we enjoyed the trip.
Photos on my website.
Cheers
Pete
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Follow Up By: Member - Graham Watson (SA) - Wednesday, Aug 17, 2011 at 00:42
Wednesday, Aug 17, 2011 at 00:42
Ditto. We did Lake Eyre at the beginning of October 2010, and found the weather very pleasant. Needed a jacket at night and first thing in the morning, and a lightweight jumper/hoodie/sloppyjoe during the day on some days.
Photos see
flickr
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Reply By: Candace S. - Tuesday, Aug 16, 2011 at 16:54
Tuesday, Aug 16, 2011 at 16:54
Thank you for the replies! Sounds like conditions should be acceptable, so I have booked the flight and vehicle for October.
Now here's hoping I can get the time off work! I should know by 1 September. If all goes ahead as planned, you will likely see more questions from me! :)
Candace
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Follow Up By: Pete Jackman (SA) - Wednesday, Aug 17, 2011 at 00:04
Wednesday, Aug 17, 2011 at 00:04
You will have to work hard not to have a good time.
Enjoy
Cheers
Pete
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