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.
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Activities
- Four Wheel Driving
- Walks
- Hiking
Accessibility
Disabled access available, contact operator for details.
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