Cape York

Simpson Desert

Trans-continental

Join us on a TAGALONG TOUR to some of the most remote, picturesque and challenging 4WD places that Australia has to offer: Cape York, The Simpson Desert, Transcontinental, & Gulf Savannah

We all dream about exploring unique and remote destinations in Australia. We offer you the chance to achieve this with similar minded travellers and in the comfort and convenience of your own vehicle.

Australia’s biggest attraction is its natural beauty and the majority of it can be only accessed by 4WD.

Our landscape varies from the lush tropical rainforests of the Daintree to the barren landscapes of the Simpson Desert and Gulf Savannah. It is this sheer vastness that gives Australia so much of its character.

We offer a range of Tagalong Tours that will take you to some of Australia’s most unique and remote 4WD destinations, exploring secluded and isolated areas few have the opportunity to see.

Your Guide

John is an experienced and passionate tour guide for Tagalong Tours of Australia, celebrating over 10 years with the company. John brings unmatched expertise and enthusiasm to every adventure. With a professional background as a driver and instructor across a wide range of vehicles, including 4WDs and motorcycles, John’s mechanical know-how and driving skills are second to none. He has spent over 30 years exploring Australia’s breathtaking landscapes, conquering some of the country’s most demanding roads and tracks. For more than a decade, John has been a key guide with Tagalong Tours of Australia, earning a stellar reputation for his knowledge and dedication. Specializing in the iconic Cape York and Simpson Desert tours, John ensures every journey is unforgettable, blending adventure, safety, and a deep love for the Australian outback.

Cape York 2024

“What I liked about this trip is that we didn’t rush up to The Tip and back but took the time to really explore Cape York and take the boat to Thursday Island. The trip up the Telegraph Track was very challenging especially as I was towing a Camper Trailer but our guide got us through all the water crossings safely. Finally had a great group of people to travel with…6 4WDs …very friendly ending up as great friends. Highly recommended.”

– August 2024

Very highly recommend this trip to the Tip!

“We went to the Tip of Cape York! The trip was amazing, a great itinerary. John our guide is so knowledgeable about everything relevant from cars to 4W driving, to history, geography etc of the Cape & beyond. The blurb states the group will be “friends for life” and I think in our case that’s true. We certainly shared some ups & downs together. John will retire soon, don’t leave it too late!”

– August 2024

So much more than hoped for

This trip was to Cape York but so much more than just that destination. We visited historical sites, saw crocs, did some fun 4WD challenges and checked for vent snakes. John (Dutchie) led us and taught us so much. His knowledge is as good as his jokes are bad. Highly recommended!

– August 2024

Fanbloodytastic

We recently completed our third tagalong tour trip, we have been to the cape twice with them and once the Simpson Desert…. Each time we have had a ball and met some fantastic people who are now lifelong friends….. our tour guide John. He’s very knowledgeable about Cape York and under his guidance, you will learn how to navigate river,sand , challenging tracks and have a ball four-wheel driving… cannot recommend this company and their tours highly enough…. We will be back to do the transcontinental and the Simpson again….. thank you very much guys for making out 18 days remarkable.

– September 2023