Trans Australia
June 17 – July 13, 2027
27 Days | 19 Driving Days
Approximately 5,997 km
The Ultimate Cross-Continent Porsche Expedition
Cross an entire continent—from the cool southern shores of Tasmania to the tropical Tiwi Islands—in a safari-prepared Porsche.
Trans-Australia is a fully supported, invitation-only driving expedition created for those who want to experience Australia far beyond its familiar landmarks. Over 27 extraordinary days, participants will travel through Tasmania, South Australia, the Red Centre, the Australian Outback, Kakadu National Park and Arnhem Land before reaching the remote northern coast.
This is not simply a road trip or traditional automotive rally. It is a demanding transcontinental adventure built around precision, navigation and teamwork—not speed. Participants drive independently during many stages, while the group remains together through the most remote and challenging sections.
Gravel roads, red dust, river crossings, isolated cattle tracks and seemingly endless horizons are all part of the experience. So are exceptional lodges, memorable meals, distinctive wilderness camps and the friendships formed while accomplishing something very few travelers—and even fewer Porsche drivers—will ever experience.
Highlights
- 27-day expedition across Australia
- Journey from Hobart, Tasmania to Tiwi Island
- Thousands of kilometers through Australia's remote interior
- Cross multiple Australian states and territories
- Drive specially prepared Safari Porsches through the Outback
- Explore Uluru, Kakadu National Park, Wolfe Creek Crater and iconic bucket-list destinations
- Experience Aboriginal culture and remote wilderness
- Professional mechanics, expedition leaders, paramedic, local guides, and GPS tracking throughout the journey
- Welcome training day including bush vehicle repair techniques
- Carefully selected boutique accommodations, unique lodges, and wilderness camps throughout the expedition
Fully Supported From Start to Finish
From your arrival in Tasmania until your departure in northern Australia, every detail is coordinated by the experienced Beyond Adventure team.
Your expedition includes:
- Professional expedition leaders
- Dedicated mechanics and technical support
- Medical support
- Local destination experts
- Dakar Rally GPS tracking and communications
- Airport transfers
- Carefully selected accommodations
- Daily logistics planning
- Vehicle support throughout the expedition
Even while driving independently, you'll always have the reassurance that expert assistance is never far away.
Your Safari Porsche
Trans-Australia is designed around specially prepared KALMAR Beyond Adventure and safari-style Porsches engineered to travel far beyond conventional roads.
The participating collection includes extraordinary Porsche builds based on:
- Porsche 964
- Porsche 993
- Porsche 997
- Porsche Cayenne E2 Diesel
- KALMAR Beyond Adventure RS and RS-7 models
- KALMAR EVO safari builds
These are not display cars. They are purpose-built machines prepared for gravel, corrugation, dust, water crossings and long-distance travel through some of Australia’s most isolated terrain.
Each Porsche becomes part of the expedition story. Over nearly 6,000 kilometers, drivers develop a genuine connection with their vehicle as they move from Tasmania’s winding tarmac and coastal roads to the deep-red tracks of the Australian Outback.
Before departure, participants receive practical instruction in basic vehicle repairs and safety procedures. This preparation offers a deeper understanding of the cars and makes every driver a more capable member of the expedition team.
The Route: From Hobart to the Tiwi Islands
The expedition begins in Hobart, Tasmania, where participants meet the team, prepare their vehicles and learn essential safety and bush-repair skills.
The first driving stages follow portions of the legendary Targa Tasmania route, combining winding mountain roads, forests, coastal scenery and vineyard country. From northern Tasmania, the Porsches cross to mainland Australia aboard the Spirit of Tasmania ferry.
The journey then continues through Victoria and toward Adelaide, with a restorative two-night stay in South Australia’s renowned wine country. From Adelaide, participants and vehicles board The Ghan for an extraordinary rail journey into Australia’s Red Centre.
After arriving in Alice Springs, the expedition continues to Uluru, followed by some of its most demanding stages: the Tanami region, Lake Mackay, Lake Gregory and the remote tracks leading toward the Kimberley.
The route then reaches Bullo River Station before continuing through Kakadu National Park and into Arnhem Land, an extraordinary Aboriginal region accessible only with special permission.
The final Porsche stage leads to Darwin, where private aircraft carry the group to the Tiwi Islands for two final nights of relaxation, celebration and reflection.
Principal Cities and Destinations
- Hobart
- Freycinet Peninsula
- Tasmania’s Targa roads
- Melbourne and the Victorian coast
- Adelaide and South Australia’s wine country
- Alice Springs
- Uluru and Kata Tjuta
- The Red Centre
- Tanami and Lake Gregory
- Bungle Bungle
- Bullo River Station
- Kakadu National Park
- Arnhem Land
- Darwin
- Tiwi Islands
Reserve Your Place
Some journeys are measured in miles. Others are measured by the stories you'll tell for the rest of your life.
Trans-Australia is one of those rare expeditions that few will ever experience—a remarkable crossing of one of the world's last great frontiers from behind the wheel of a safari-prepared Porsche.
Roam Travel Explore is proud to assist with reservations and answer any questions you may have about this extraordinary expedition.
Whether you're ready to cross Australia from south to north or simply wish to explore whether this remarkable adventure is the right fit for you, we invite you to connect with us. We'd be delighted to discuss the journey in greater detail and help you begin planning your next Adventure.
