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Discover the real Outback with locals who live it

Big skies. Red dirt. Campfire stories. Legendary locals.

At Tristate Tours, a sister company proudly operated by Overland Adventures, we don’t just take you on a tour: we bring the Australian Outback to life.

Founders Janine Gowenlock and Jonathan Oliver beside their tour truck
ready to roll!
Jonathan and Janine, Tristate Tours operations team
Jonathan & Janine
  • Winner, Australian Tourism Awards: 6 Gold, 3 Silver

    6 Gold, 3 SilverAustralian Tourism Awards

  • Rated 5 out of 5by recent guests

  • Small groupswith a local family team

Guide and guests on red rock outcrops at Mutawintji National Park

Mutawintji National Park

Our story

Born in Broken Hill

Born in Broken Hill and built on a passion for sharing the landscapes, history, culture and characters of Far West New South Wales, our tours are designed for travellers who want more than just sightseeing. We create genuine connections to Country, community and the remarkable stories that make Outback Australia so unique.

Founded by local operators Jonathan Oliver and Janine Gowenlock, Overland Adventures was created to showcase the places they know and love. Jonathan’s deep roots in Broken Hill and extensive local knowledge, combined with Janine’s journey from city life to the heart of the Outback, give guests an authentic and welcoming experience that few tour operators can offer.

Today, Tristate Tours (you may know us as Tri State Safaris) is the touring brand of Overland Adventures, specialising in small-group Outback NSW tours, Broken Hill tours, Lake Eyre adventures, Mutawintji and Mungo National Park experiences, station stays, cultural journeys and remote wilderness exploration.

Jonathan and Janine, Tristate Tours operations team

Jonathan & Janine

Founders, Overland Adventures

Every itinerary is crafted to show the very best of Australia’s outback heartland

Where we go
  • Wilyakali guide Mark Sutton showing Aboriginal rock art at Mutawintji National Park

    The ancient landscapes of Mutawintji

  • Sun setting behind the eroded walls of Mungo National Park

    World Heritage-listed Mungo

  • Rainbow over the Ivanhoe Hotel motel at dusk

    Iconic outback pubs

  • Underground motel room carved into the rock at White Cliffs

    Underground accommodation

  • Couple walking hand in hand past a sculpture at the Living Desert at sunset

    Unforgettable desert sunsets

Why travel with us

What’s packed on every trip

Seven things you can count on, whichever tour you pick.

  1. Small group touring for a more personal experience
  2. Comfortable vehicles and carefully selected accommodation
  3. Authentic local guides and storytelling
  4. Cultural and Indigenous experiences
  5. Access to remote destinations and hidden gems
  6. Genuine country hospitality
  7. Plenty of laughs along the way

Our promise

The Accessible Outback

You don’t need to be a seasoned traveller, experienced camper or four-wheel-drive enthusiast to experience the Outback.

We’ve created what we call the Accessible Outback: guided adventures that are comfortable, welcoming and easy to enjoy, while still delivering the authentic experiences that make this region so special.

Whether you’re joining us for a day tour around Broken Hill, exploring the ancient landscapes of Mutawintji, flying over Lake Eyre in flood, or embarking on a multi-day Outback adventure, you’ll experience Australia through the eyes of locals who genuinely love sharing their backyard.

Find your tour
Four guests in hats on a viewing platform in front of a red rock wall

Around here, strangers become mates.

Your crew

The team behind your experience

  • Jonathan and Janine, Tristate Tours operations team

    Jonathan & Janine

    Founders and ops team

  • Clark, tour guide and artist, on a red dirt track

    Clark

    Tour guide and artist

  • Dr Sophia Pearce, Barkindji cultural leader

    Sophia Pearce

    Cultural leader Barkindji

  • Eddy Harris, Barkandji cultural elder, beside an Aboriginal dot painting

    Eddy Harris

    Cultural elder Barkandji

  • Jamaica, socials and admin coordinator

    Jamaica

    Socials and admin coordinator

  • Photo coming soon

    John Kappe

    Tour guide

  • Photo coming soon

    Larry Angel

    Tour guide

From a guest

We had a great time. The people were wonderful, food was great and accommodation very comfortable. Clark (our guide) was exceptional and given that we were unable to do the original itinerary due to roads into National Parks being closed, he organized a few alternatives which were wonderful experiences. We also managed to get into Mungo on our last day and were lucky enough to walk the Great Walls of China and see the Lunettes.

Ann H15 July 2026Read more reviews
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