Fans of intrepid TV adventurer, Simon Reeve, will be glued to their sets at 9pm on Sunday 19 May for the first in his new series on BBC2, Australia. Visitors to this epic continent should follow Simon’s example and start their tour Down Under in the magnificent ‘Red Centre’.

Home to some of Australia’s most dramatic scenery, including the awe-inspiring Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kings Canyon and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas), the Red Centre of the Northern Territory is the spiritual heart of this amazing, ancient land. Indigenous art and culture entwine with historical natural icons, whilst thrill seekers can indulge in everything from camping under the stars to hot air ballooning, soaking in watering holes to tackling the mighty MacDonnell Ranges.

Australia kick starts with Simon examining the fragile desert ecosystem and the impact of camels on the Outback, joining an Aussie rancher to embark on a high octane camel round-up.

Travellers can follow in his footsteps with Austravel (0800 988 4834, www.austravel.com ) and enjoy five nights in the Northern Territory’s Red Centre from £1,699 per person. The package includes return flights from London Heathrow with Qantas, five nights at the Outback Pioneer Hotel and Lodge, a Sounds of Silence dinner and an Ayers Rock to Kings Canyon tour, based on departures September 2013.

 
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For more information about the Northern Territory, download the iOutback app from iTunes. The app is also now available on Android.

For more information and photography contact  Lara Huberman or Suzanne Holiday on T: +44 207 839 2140 or tourismntmedia@keenepa.co.uk.

NOTES TO EDITORS
1. Australia's Northern Territory is a leading nature and culture destination where Australia's Outback meets the tropics and is home to Australia's most dramatic, beautiful and varied scenery including the awe-inspiring red centre icons of Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon as well as the Top End adventure and wildlife destinations of Katherine Gorge and Kakadu National Park.
2. Darwin International Airport is an international gateway to Australia offering connections to Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City and Denpasar
3. The peak visitor time is during the dry season, from May to September, but the Tropical Summer from October to April brings spectacular lightning shows and lush growth.
4. www.australiasoutback.com is an essential resource for travellers planning a trip to the Northern Territory.
5. Follow the NT on Facebook www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/northernterritoryaustralia or watch the latest videos on our YouTube Channel  www.youtube.com/user/Australiasoutback