LIGHTNING RIDGE
Black Opal Country
“The Ridge”, named and known by the locals of Lightning Ridge was originally named Warrangulla by the local Aborigines. After the First World War it was renamed Lightning Ridge in memory of a farmer, his dog and 200 sheep who were all killed by lightning on one fateful night.
Opals were first found in 1898 and there are now more millionaires per head of population than anywhere else in Australia… but of course, no one’s mine has any opals…
People travel all over the world to see the precious underground hand carvings at The Chambers of the Black Hand.
Feeling lucky? You just might find that elusive Black Opal. We’ll be happy to have you on board and show you what the locals know.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Artisan bore baths
- The Chambers of the Black Hand
- Aussie hospitality (a true experience here)
- Olympic standard swimming pool bought with local money
- World famous artist, John Murray studio
- Painted Silos
- Cactus Nursery
- Amigo’s Castle
- The Astronomer’s Monument
- Lunch at Nindigully Pub
- Dig for opals
- Much more…
INCLUSIONS:
I think this is where we show off a bit by saying “it’s all included”. Full transfers in a luxury air conditioned coach, food from the menu (no alternate drop), all entry fees and accommodation. This seriously is a trip we don’t give much away on. It’s worth it and you’ll be talking about it for years to come.
DID YOU KNOW?
Since records have been kept, no one living on the south side of Lightning Ridge has ever been buried in the town cemetery.
The cost of building the Olympic standard pool was fund raised by 6 teenagers who wanted a pool in their town. #2032 olympics
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2025 PRICES:
Per person twin share: $1595
Per person single supplement: $1670 (own room, no sharing)
Per person singles only tour: $1900 (call us and register)
2025 DATES:
Monday 5th to Thursday 8th May 2025
Monday 16th to Thursday 19th June 2025
Monday 11th to Thursday 14th August 2025
Looking for a date not listed and you have a group, give us a call and let’s see what we can organise for you!
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