April 28, 2025

Long Lunch, But Make It Legendary

We’ve all had long lunches that linger in memory - the laughter, the wine, the views. But what if you could take it further? What if the journey to lunch was just as extraordinary as the destination? Welcome to Long Lunch by Air - where the classic long lunch is reimagined as a full-day escape, accessed by private aircraft and curated entirely around indulgence, adventure, and pure escapism.
Private planes to access Tasmania's most remote reached, Adventure by Air

Skip the Traffic. Take the Scenic Route.

Forget navigating traffic, early airport calls, or crowded terminals. With Crooked Compass by Air, your day begins with a private departure – from a major city or select regional airport – where you’ll step straight onto your aircraft. No stress. No queues. Just the anticipation of what’s to come.

From there, the skies open up to a range of incredible locations chosen for their food, wine, scenery, and that magic “how-is-this-real?” energy.

Some of our favourite Long Lunch Experiences:

Zonzo Estate lunch Crooked Compass

Hidden Wine Regions
Fly to boutique vineyards tucked away in cool-climate corners or coastal wine regions.  Think limited-release vintages, oysters fresh from the sea, private cellar doors, and long tables set under the gum trees.

Kangaluna, Gawler Ranges, South Australia, Adventure by Air

Outback Stations
Land on a working outback station where your lunch begins with a 4WD safari, ends with a candlelit feast in a rustic shearing shed, and unfolds with local produce, fire-cooked meats, and a whole lot of country charm.

Whitehaven Beach crooked compass

Superyacht Escapes
Fly north and land directly on the coast (or on water, via seaplane) where your superyacht awaits. Spend the day floating off Whitehaven Beach or a private cove, glass of champagne in hand, and a seafood feast served alfresco.

Field of Light art installation, Uluru, Northern Territory, Adventure by Air

Uluru Sunset Toast
Take off for the Red Centre and enjoy lunch with a view of the outback unfolding beneath you. End the day with a golden-hour toast as the sun sets over Uluṟu and the stars begin to appear in the desert sky.

Long lunch in Coffin Bay

Why Long Lunch by Air?
Because some moments deserve more than a restaurant reservation.

These experiences are perfect for:
● Special birthdays or milestone celebrations
● Romantic surprises or proposals
● Small group escapes with family or friends
● Or simply because… life’s too short for average weekends

Everything is designed to feel effortless – from the private aircraft and transfers, to your custom menu, wines, and location-specific touches.

Whether you want something laidback and earthy, or polished and glamorous, we’ll curate it all around your vision.

With Crooked Compass by Air, the journey is just as unforgettable as the destination. Your private aircraft gives you the freedom to land in places commercial flights can’t reach – offering unique access to Australia’s most iconic, remote, or under-the-radar locations. And because it’s private, it’s personal. No two experiences are ever the same.

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