When are they on?
Most are on the "Upcoming Tour Descriptions" page, but our schedule changes constantly and includes various "maybe" trips as well as the definite ones, so the best way to know what's available is simply to phone and give us what dates would suit you, plus any ideas of what you would enjoy on the tour. If your preferred date is free we can book you in. Alternatively we will outline what trips are already planned which may be suitable.

How do I book?
Your booking is then confirmed over the phone (with deposit)  We then send a letter confirming details.

How long are they?
Most trips are either day trips, weekends or public holiday long weekends, usually starting from Morwell. (Map to find us: click here). Occasionally we run longer trips, especially during school holidays, or half-day trips and charters. We also run trips on weekdays. All this is flexible to meet your needs.

Where do they go?
There is always a balance to be found between rushing to see a lot and having time to really relax. Day trips usually visit the rugged gold-mining country north of the Latrobe Valley. Weekend trips often venture into the alpine high country beyond Licola and Dargo. Longer trips can visit more remote parts of east Gippsland, the spectacular mountains of north-eastern Victoria or the deserts of western Victoria and South Australia. Actual itineraries are continually modified during the trip to suit timing, participants' interests and prevailing weather conditions.

What times do they start and finish?
Since most customers come from Melbourne (eastern suburbs 1½ hours from Morwell) we usually aim to get started by about 9:15am, and be back onto a major highway and heading for home by 5:30~6:30pm on the last day.

Will they be suitable for tag-along beginners?
We look after people and their vehicles. As well as adjusting the itinerary, we provide guidance and training as necessary. Our leaders are equipped for just about any contingency. We also have satellite phone external communication available, and you can use our satphone for a small fee, or even less if you have your own Telstra SIM card with international roaming.

What about people with special interests?
We can make the tour as adventurous as you would like. We also assist people wanting to visit special destinations, or for photography, historic sites, gold-fossicking or ski-touring in remote areas. For families we have various activities for kids to have fun. On longer trips (eg. 5-day) we usually include a "rest day" for bushwalking, swimming, campfire cooking etc.

Is food and camping gear supplied?
For passenger tours, yes! Tag-along tours are priced on the basis that customers supply their own, however we can cater and provide equipment hire at additional cost. For some suggestions on self-catering see the "Food for 4WD Touring" page.

What accommodation options are there?
We prefer camping because it gives greatest flexibility with places to go, and because things such as campfire cooking can be a unique attraction of  4WD tours. However we also can arrange accommodation in cabins or country pubs, especially for trips in winter. Latrobe City accommodation before or after tours: Click here

What about toilets and showers?
We call in at toilets where possible, some campsites have a "long-drop", but in the bush it's mostly taking the shovel for a walk (with our "Royal Throne" as an option)! In warm weather we often set up a hand-shower cubicle, or there's a river to swim in. Also using "baby wipes" in your tent between showers is a popular option.

How are our tours different from 4WD club trips?
We care for you and your vehicle. Our first priority is to look after your interests and enjoyment. Our leaders are experienced professionals with an intimate knowledge of the areas we visit. We believe a good tour is more than just driving, it's the great people that come and the sense of "community" that develops. Then there are all the extras such as Andrea's home-baked cookies, Ron's amazing stories and Ian's brilliant technical fixes!