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Ready to Conquer the Outback? Join Our Exclusive 4WD Outback Adventure Tours in 2026!
Limited spots available for our 2026 Pilbara, Canning Stock Route and Beginner tours. Bring your own 4WD and experience the adventure of a lifetime.
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Just Some of the Incredible Landscapes You'll See
TESTIMONIALS
What others are saying
"You have to do it! "
"You have to do it! A great adventure through the Pilbara visiting many areas and driving tracks you probably wouldn’t do on your own, Rough as guts maybe where you go definitely not how you would describe Toby and his tour. Well organised, knowledgeable, helpful and great stories around the evening camp fire. Thoroughly enjoyed our trip , the ever changing scenery, amazing springs and swimming holes, and some fun 4wd driving.." - Prue R
"I'd give it a 10/10. There was nothing to improve. Toby was aways in a good mood. He set us up with a 4wd rental company that approved his itenary. He also met us in Perth, and guided us up to the trip starting position.
I was surprised how cold the water could be in the desert, but some locations had hot springs (well, luke warm...).
Flys were a minor nuisance at this time of year.
-get a fly mesh for your hat for 100% protections.
Never saw any mosquitos." - Mike S
"Highly recommend this"
"Great fun forming a special bond with like-minded travellers."
"We've been on 2 tours with Rough As Guts now and considering a third. Great for people who are happy to be flexible with an agenda. Its a good feeling to travel within the security and safety of a group under a very knowledgable and well- equipped tour guide who knows the areas well. We've seen deserts and drought affected areas, and rivers and gorges all on the same tour. We've even experienced camping in an overnight flood! Great fun forming a special bond with like-minded travellers." - Joan G
"A pleasure to have been part of the experience"
"Forest Explorers had the pleasure of supporting Rough As Guts Tours on a 4WD tagalong tour with four other vehicles & overseas visitors.We explored Karlamilyi National Park and the stunning Oakover River system. Lots of diverse landscapes, red dirt, desert skies,damper and stories shared around the campfire – a true outback experience.
Toby was genuine, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel welcome.
A pleasure to have been part of the experience." - Forest Explorers
"good laughs along the way."
"Rough as guts, is wicked honestly took the planning out of my own hands which lead to me sitting back and enjoying the experience of my new v6 Raptor.
I only had to take the very basics of personal camping gear and Toby from rough as guts had everything else that was needed including good laughs along the way.." - Daniel V
"hope to come back soon!"
"I had an amazing tour to the outback with Toby.
Good mixture of adventure trip but also sitting down together, chatting, having a cold drink, relaxing, ... He is a very laid back, humorous guy which knows what he does. He's super funny and has lots of stories to tell, we had many good conversations. It was a great time - hope to come back soon!." - Anna S
"fair dinkum laugh riot with an epic backdrop!"
"An Unforgettable Off-Road Journey with Toby – The Witty Wonder from RoughAsGuts!!!!!
Right, buckle up, cobber, because my Pilbara off-roading adventure with Toby from RoughAsGuts wasn't just a trip; it was a fair dinkum laugh riot with an epic backdrop!
If you're looking for an adventure that’s more fun than a barrel of kangaroos, Toby's your bloke, and he earns every single one of these five stars with a cheeky grin and a cracking good time.." - D.
"Couldn’t have done it without the expertise of our main guide, Toby"
"Really enjoyed our remote Pilbara tour into Karlamilyi National Park. Couldn’t have done it without the expertise, experience and knowledge of our main guide, Toby.." - Marie Z
"Toby and the team showed us some spectacular sights that should have been on the cover of National Geographic"
"We thought we had seen Australia before we went on a 4WD tour with Rough As Guts.
As expats who've lived here for more than twenty years, my wife and I have always prided ourselves on how much we've explored the Australian outback and we really believed we'd never taken any of it for granted.
That was until Toby and the team showed us some spectacular sights that should have been on the cover of National Geographic, but that we'd never even heard of!." - Jimmy K
"hope to come back soon!"
"I had such an amazing time on my tour in April 2021. Toby took my brother and I through Marble Bar, Karijini, Exmouth and Geraldton. Toby has the best knowledge of back roads in completely remote country/desert areas and knew of lots of cool hidden spots. He also was a great problem solver with practical issues we came across like flooded roads and finding off grid camping spots! I made some really special memories with family and friends that I will never forget" - Shelly R
"the best part was learning along the way. "
"This was such a fun experience and I highly recommend it! If you are visiting WA like I was, or just don't have the knowledge, these guys will be the best guides to show you around. They took us to some of the most remote and gorgeous locations.
For me, the best part was learning along the way. We got stuck, but Toby and Andy knew exactly what to do and we were out in no time. On top of that, they took the time to show us what they were doing and taught us along the way. So if I ever find myself in that situation again, I'll know what to do!" - Six2Twelve
"Everything was taken care of"
"Mate! Toby and his Dad Andy are two of the best blokes/4x4 guides for an adventure trip you could ever think of!
Everything was taken care of, food was great, scenery! They really took us out to some remote amazing locations I would never be able to take myself and just knowing that professionals had the saftey aspects of an adventure trip covered so me and my partner could just relax and just take it all in - was absolutely special." - Tim K
2026 TOURS
Our 4WD Tag-Along Tours
tHE OUTBACK FOR BEGINNERS
5 Days
September 18th - 22nd
Beginner friendly
Become an experienced off-roader
Visit incredible landscapes
Learn to tackle all types of terrain
PILBARA OUTBACK ADVENTURE
8 Days
June 8th - 15th
Our most popular tour
Pre-historic desert landscapes
See the heart of the North West
Home to the oldest life forms on Earth
CANNING STOCK ROUTE (SOUTHERN HALF)
12 Days
July 14th - 25th
One of the last true outback adventures
For those seeking true adventure
Truly challenging and rewarding
Experience the immense beauty of the Western Deserts region
WHAT YOU GET
Turn-Key
Everything is organised and ready to go. Leave your worries at home.
Access
Native title permits, national park fees, camping levies. We'll take care of everything.
Support
We've got all the recovery gear and know how to use it.
IF YOU WANT SMOOTH ROADS AND A MOTEL BED EVERY NIGHT, THIS IS NOT THE PLACE.
But if you want...
A Canopy of Stars Every Night.
Mateship and a Shared Journey.
The Thrill of Adventure.
Then Rough as Guts might just be the place for you.
WHO ARE WE?
We’re lifelong explorers with an insatiable appetite for finding new tracks and new adventures.
Exploring, camping and living in the outback. It’s what we’re compelled to do and what we love to share.
Here’s some of our films, if you want to get to know us:
STILL NOT SURE?
What you need to know
Do I need my own 4WD?
Yes, but we can put you in touch with a rental company that have fully equipped off-road vehicles"
What if I'm a beginner?
We've got a tour designed just for you! see our outback for beginners tour for an easy but exciting 5 day adventure!
Can I bring a partner?
Absolutely, our tour price covers 1 vehicle. You are free to bring along friends and family!
How do I secure my spot?
Fill out the form above, and we'll guide you through the next steps.
INTRODUCING YOUR TOUR GUIDES
Meet Toby & Andy
We are Toby & Andy Richardson, a father and son adventure team who have been travelling the world by 4WD and motorcycle for many years, and exploring the West Australian outback for more than 25.
We’re lifelong explorers with an insatiable appetite for finding new tracks and new adventures.
Exploring, camping and living in the outback. It’s what we’re compelled to do and what we love to share.
MORE ABOUT TOBY
Hey, I'm Toby
Starting an outback tour business was inevitable for Toby Richardson.
Growing up in the remote Pilbara and later the Kimberley, he was first reported missing at the age of 7 and again at 10. Both times, he had no idea he was missing, he was just out exploring.
A lot has changed since then, and his communication systems while on an adventure are much more sophisticated. What hasn’t changed is a total love for the outback and a love of being able to show it to people.
