The seats on a camel are just that, seats, not a saddle. A tubular steel frame is welded up and sized specifically to suit a particular camel with the seats then mounted on the frame. Unlike riding a horse, one is not actually seated directly on to the animal, but is carried in relative comfort in the chair. Camels give a surprisingly smooth ride and one should not feel that this trip is anything like horse riding. Not only were camels brought to central Australia to help open the area in the 1800's, a number of their Afghan camel drivers and keepers were relocated to the area and the Camel Museum that is a part of this trip gives an excellent view of this fascinating side of Australian development.
Vegetarian options are available.
A glass of beer or wine is also included with the meal, with further supplies available for purchase.