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Bradley B

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What an Amazing Adventure

Oct 2021

Cape York has more to offer than the challenge to the tip via the OTT. With the assistance of an informed tour leader you will get to see all the Cape has to offer over 18 days and more.
Experience the beauty as well as 4WD challenges as you explore this wonderful part of Australia and its History. Thursday Island / Weipa / Seisa plus some wonderful meals among an amazing camping journey that will be unforgettable.
The Tour Guide is well experienced and well equipped to guide you through the OTT challenges giving you confidence of a successful entry and exit of not only water crossings but also some deep cuttings.
you will enjoy this adventure

Written October 24, 2021

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pockers95

Melbourne, Australia11 contributions

18-Day Cape York trip with Tagalong Tours

Sep 2020

We had an unforgettable time up the Cape, led by our very knowledgeable guide John. Lots of stops along the way that we definitely would have missed had we not been with someone who knows the area so well. With John's advice at each creek crossing and dicey bit of track we were able to get heaps of fun 4WD experience without ever being unsafe, and his advice for car repairs when they cropped up was invaluable. The itinerary had something for everybody - 4WD-ing, fishing, history, wildlife, Indigenous culture, and some of the most beautiful swimming spots you'll ever see. I would absolutely recommend Tagalong Tours of Australia to anyone who really wants to experience the Cape!

Written November 5, 2020

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Lance O

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The Tip done just right!

Jul 2022

Well organized tour with plenty to do & see. Our Tour operator was John & he had a wealth of Knowledge about all thing's 4WD as well as general life skills. My family came away with plenty more confidence to take on many more roads less travelled. Thanks Tagalong tours!

Written August 2, 2022

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Paul & Mary

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North West Safaris Outback tours Cairns Aus

Jul 2022

We turned up for this tour to discover that the itinerary had changed from what we had paid for. Firstly there was not one vehicle with North West Safari on it or a trailer holding tents etc. We were then informed that we wouldn't be camping, no reason given. One of the guides had never done this trip before and another was doing it whilst on holiday from her job as a ranger. On the first day we drove over 700klms to our first stop, Moreton Telegraph Station. We did not stop at Quinlan rock art, told by Ian it was to expensive, or stay at the cattle station. The itinerary said that dinner would be supplied by the tour company at Archer Roadhouse. When we had nearly finished the meal Ian the tour guide in charge told us to get our credit cards out we were paying for the meal and then just walked off. Cost my wife and I $80 which we hadn't planned into our budget. At Moreton Telegraph St all meals supplied were fast food. No cearel, when I asked where it was I was ignored,no nibbles or meals cooked out in the bush as per the itinerary. On one of the days ham sandwiches were supplied, one of the ladies didn't eat pork and had put that down as a dietary requirement. She was told to just take the ham out so went with out lunch. We arrived in Seisia to be put into run down accommodation, some people had to be moved because they had no hot water. The trip to Roko Island was a waste of time. There was nothing at all on Pearl farming. We just sat around all day twiddling our thumbs waiting whilst those who could afford it went on helicopter rides. At least the meal was enjoyable. The tour on Thursday and Horn Is were great. The tour guide was a local with lots of knowledge and a good sense of humour. On the 6th I was taken to hospital and so missed the rest of the tour. I didn't know whether to be happy or sad. My wife and I saved up out of our pension for this trip to only be completely ripped off. I suggest you be very careful of this tour company because lawyers have made sure in the small print that if you don't get what you paid for, tough. There was no communication from the owner of this tour at any time to explain why the tour had changed. It seemed as if for some reason the tour was changed and put together at the last minute.

Written August 11, 2022

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Dianne W

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Tagalong Tours Australia 18 day Cape York trip

Sep 2020

We have just finished an 18 day tour with Tagalong Tours Australia. This is a very special adventure. For anyone who wants to experience something totally unique take this tour. John the guide is amazing. His knowledge about all the areas we visited is exemplary. Johns professionalism is second to none.Could not have had a better person to lead us through this experience. His focus on safety is paramount without impeding the fun of this adventure. Standing on the northern most tip of our continent is a magical moment. You visit so many places not included in normal tours which gives you a glimpse into Australia’s history and it’s early pioneers journeys. Would highly recommend Tagalong Tours Australia to tick off that special bucket list Cape York trip.

Written September 23, 2020

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Rose S

Brisbane, Australia105 contributions

Don't leave home until you've seen your own country!

May 2021

Difficult area to travel independently unless you are extremely well equipped. I booked a 4wd tour (small group) and benefited from their experience and knowledge all the way. We were the first group through after the wet and the road/track conditions were very challenging even to experienced 4wd drivers. Well worth doing for the experience and to see the variety of country and absorb the history.

Written May 26, 2021

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Chris201309

Melbourne, Australia15 contributions

Tagalong to the Tip

Jun 2022 • Couples

We did a Tagalong Tour up to the tip which I can highly recommend. Our leader John was great and his knowledge excellent. We went to many places that we would never have found if we had been doing it by ourselves. It was reassuring having the expertise at hand should we have run into trouble especially doing the Old Telegraph Track.

Written July 3, 2022

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Tina Roe

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One Ticked of the Bucket List

Sep 2020 • Couples

We have just completed our First ever Tagalong Tour to the Cape,firstly a huge Thankyou to John our Tour Guide also to the wonderful group of people that were in our Tour Group what a Fantastic trip John is full knowledge of the history in the areas we visited,so many beautiful places from the balancing Rock, Ford Museum through to the caves at Chilligo The Telegraph Track The beautiful Elliot falls The peace of resistance The Tip.Thank You for the fun and laughs had buy everyone.Also a huge thank you to Paul for organising such wonderful Tours will definitely be back to do another.we Highly recommend the Cape York Tour.From Patrick and Tina Roe

Written September 23, 2020

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shebru4

Sydney, Australia42 contributions

Tagalong Australia Cairns - Cape York tour

Jul 2021 • Couples

Not quite New York but wowza what an incredible way to spend my 50th 4wding to Cape York. Tagalong tours with tour guide ‘John’ was an incredible adventure. With 49 tours under his belt (surely to get something gold for his 50th tour) John is extremely knowledgeable about the Cape and surrounds. Evenings were very enjoyable where we could sit round a fire to have yarn and a laugh about the days events. We went to places on this tour that I would not have discovered if doing this trip alone. If you’re going to do the Cape you must consider Tagalong Australia, no need to stress where you will set up camp for the night, highly recommended. Great trip, great bunch of diverse people and an awesome tour guide - There goes Johnny! Thank you John and all the other vehicles travelling on this tour, you were all unique and made this tour extra special.

Written August 2, 2021

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aquadoc

Greater Sydney, Australia17 contributions

Cape York Peninsula with Tagalong Tours of Australia.

Aug 2020

This is a trip I had wanted to do for a long time but had reservations about doing it alone. I joined a great group of like-minded people and we had a ball. Having an excellent guide (John) with his local knowledge and vast 4wd experience makes all the difference and lets one relax and enjoy the trip in safety.
Thoroughly recommended!