Curtin Springs

Experience a breathtaking outback sunrise across our ancient salt lake, followed by a behind-the-scenes tour of Curtin Springs Paper.

Travel into the heart of Curtin Springs Station before dawn, with a light pre-walk snack. Enjoy exclusive access to Lake Swanson, their largest salt lake, a site of conservation significance, as the sun lights up this ancient and vast landscape. Return to the homestead for a cooked breakfast and an immersive guided tour through our handmade paper facility — where native grasses are transformed into extraordinary handmade paper, jewellery and artworks.

The Sunrise Salt Lake and Curtin Springs Paper Tour offers a serene outback sunrise over a crystalline salt lake, privileged access to private land, authentic station hospitality and an insight into sustainable desert living and artistry.

What to Expect:
Pre-Dawn Departure: Depart the homestead approximately 50 minutes before sunrise.
Salt Lake Walk: A short, easy-grade walk (approx. 400m) over a sandhill to Lake Swanson.
Sunrise Viewing: Witness the landscape transform as the sun rises over the salt lake.
Cooked Breakfast: Return to the homestead for a hearty breakfast.
Curtin Springs Paper Tour: Explore our paper-making process using native grasses.
Morning Tea: Enjoy a selection of refreshments post-tour.

Experience the breathtaking dual spectacle of sunset and full moonrise over a private salt lake in Central Australia.

Walk on the lake's surreal surface, explore its ever-changing patterns, and enjoy light snacks and a drink as the stars emerge. A three-hour sensory immersion into the heart of Central Australia.

Enjoy iconic full moonrise over a crystalline salt lake. Intimate group setting on private station land
Authentic storytelling from a local guide. Ideal for photographers, romantics, and stargazers.

What to Expect:
Evening Departure: Leave the homestead approximately 1.5 hours before sunset.
Salt Lake Exploration: Walk onto the salt lake's surface, observing its unique features.
Sunset and Moonrise: Witness the sun setting in the west as the full moon rises in the east.
Refreshments: Enjoy light snacks and a drink as you take in the views.
Stargazing: Watch as the first stars appear before returning to the homestead.

Venture deep into the heart of the outback and explore the sky like never before.

Begin your evening with a Curtin Springs Paper tour, followed by a guided experience to our ancient salt lake for sunset and stargazing. With no moonlight to wash out the night sky, this is the perfect experience for amateur astronomers, astrophotographers, or anyone curious about the cosmos.

Why You'll Love It: Ideal dark sky viewing. Connect to this ancient and remarkable landscape and stars. Immersive creative and scientific experiences. Exclusive outback access. Insight into sustainable desert living and artistry.

What to Expect:
Afternoon Paper Tour: Begin with a guided tour of Curtin Springs Paper at 4:00 PM.
Evening Departure: Leave for the salt lake approximately 1 hour before sunset.
Salt Lake Exploration: Walk onto the salt lake's surface, observing its unique features.
Sunset Viewing: Witness the sun setting over the vast landscape.
Stargazing: Experience the brilliance of the night sky, unimpeded by moonlight.
Refreshments: Enjoy light snacks and a drink during the experience.