Scenic Flights and Air Tours from Birdsville
Birdsville is perfectly positioned on the banks of the mighty Diamantina River which is one of the main arteries running through QLD’s stunning Channel Country.
The Diamantina River flows most years and feeds the spectacular and vast Goyder Lagoon floodplain area, breathing life into everything it touches along its journey towards Lake Eyre. The unbelievable contrast of this amazing channel country against the backdrops of the Simpson and Sturt Stony Deserts is a visual feast only able to be enjoyed from the air.
2026 Scenic Flight Routes include the Channel Country, Birdsville, Big Red, Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre & more!
Birdsville Aviation has carefully tailored our Scenic Flight routes for 2026 to marvel at the stunning views of our unique backyard, the journey of the Channel Country river ways and further afield to Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre and the remote outpost of William Creek.
Join us on either of our Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre & William Creek, Birdsville & Big Red, Goyder Lagoon & Channel Country or Eyre Creek & Lake Machattie scenic flights to immerse yourself in the wonder of Outback SW Queensland.
Scenic Flights and Air Tours Departing from Birdsville
Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, Channel Country and William Creek
Birdsville Township & Big Red
Eyre Creek & Lake Machattie
How to Book
Bookings can be made any number of ways including:
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Submitting our online booking form below.
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Email your booking request to bookings@birdsvillehotel.com.au.
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In person at the Birdsville Hotel reception.
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By phoning hotel reception on 07 4656 3244.
Aircraft
Birdsville Aviation operate multiple aircraft including Cessna Grand Caravans that feature a high wing configuration, air-conditioning, 13 seats, fold down steps for the ease of walk on walk off comfort and turbine engine reliability. We also operates Cessna 210’s which are a 5 seater, high wing aircraft utilised for smaller parties. The high wing configuration of our fleet offer’s remarkable uninterrupted views for all on board.
Birdsville Aviation
Birdsville Aviation is an owned and operated subsidiary of the famous Birdsville Hotel, also owners of the Birdsville Bakery. Birdsville Aviation has for 40 years operated the aviation fuel business in town. All Birdsville Aviation scenic flights are operated in conjunction with Wrights Air. Wrights Air are based in William Creek, South Australia and have been operating for over 25 years. They have a legendary reputation of providing exceptional scenic flights in exceptional aircraft in the remote Australian outback.
The owners of the Hotel (and Birdsville Aviation) have a long history in the aviation and tourism industries with Talia Ellis once being based at the small ‘outpost’ of William Creek. Once a junior pilot for Wrights Air, Talia quickly rose to being the company chief pilot and for 7 years had up to 20 aircraft and pilots working under her. After her time at Wrights Air Talia moved to be chief pilot of Spirit Aviation, the aircraft subsidiary of outback touring business, Outback Spirit, until purchasing the Birdsville Hotel with her husband in 2019. Talia has extensive bush flying experience and has spent the majority of her time in the Birdsville and William Creek regions of Australia. From mustering stock on remote stations to scenic flights, Talia’s extensive experience in the aviation and scenic flight world will ensure you a safe and unforgettable flight, no matter what itinerary you choose.