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This is an exciting 4-day small group tour from Adelaide to the famous South
Australian Flinders Ranges.
You will see the incredible rock formation of Wilpena Pound and the Ranges
themselves. This tour includes an abundance of wildlife, wilderness, local
aboriginal artworks and culture as well as multiple accommodation options.
The tour includes: Flinders Ranges National Park, the historic outback town of
Quorn, Warrens Gorge Conservation Park, the Willochra Plains, Ancient
Aboriginal Art Sites, Rawnsley Park Station, Wilpena Pound, Elder Ranges,
Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges, Melrose (the oldest town in the Flinders
Ranges), guided walks around the old Wilpena Homestead and the Blinman Mine,
Stokes Hill Lookout, and the Clare Valley for wine tasting.
You’ll search for the rare Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby, see an abundance of
Kangaroos, Emus and Wedge Tailed Eagles, visit ancient Aboriginal cave
paintings, meet the locals and enjoy camp fires and camp cooking.
DAY 1
Commence your wilderness journey heading north via the old coastal towns of
Port Wakefield and Port Germein, which boasts the longest wooden jetty in the
Southern Hemisphere. During the safari your Tour Guide will introduce you to a
remarkable and resilient history of both Aboriginal and white settlement in
S.A.
Be amazed by the beauty of the Southern Flinders Ranges, 600 million year old
mountain peaks and spectacular views over Spencer Gulf. Travel through
picturesque Pichi Richi Pass to the historic township of Quorn. With its
typical outback buildings and the original Ghan Railway station, Quorn has
been the setting for many iconic Australian films.
Follow in the path of our early explorers driving to Warrens Gorge
Conservation Park to search for rare Yellow-Footed Rock Wallabies. Dramatic
rock outcrops harbour these endangered wallabies with only an estimated 8,000
living in the wild. Sit back in our comfortable, fully equipped 4WD vehicle as
we head along remote tracks through the deserted Willochra Plains where eagles
soar and emus run free.
Overnight: Wilpena Pound, Rawnsley Park Resort or Quorn Motel (depending
on availability)
Meals:
(L) Included: Picnic Lunch
(D) Own Expense: Restaurant
DAY 2
Spend the day with your tour guide exploring the beautiful Flinders Ranges.
This will include several stop-offs including the town of Blinman and the
Blinman Mine tour, a guided tour around the old Wilpena Homestead, Wadna
aboriginal shop and Stokes Hill Lookout.
Overnight: Wilpena Pound Resort or Quorn Motel (depending on
availability)
Meals:
(B) Included: Continental
(L) Included: Blinman
(D) Own Expense: Restaurant
DAY 3
This morning after a hearty breakfast, our expert guide will drive you on a
wonderful journey to the spectacular Bunyeroo Gorge, visiting secluded areas
of great natural beauty. Explore the ever changing creek beds of Brachina
Gorge. This is an area alive with wildlife and boasts a remarkable geological
history including Ediacaran fossils dating back millions of years. World-
renowned South Australian painter, Sir Hans Heysen was inspired by this
country and painted many of his landscapes here.
After a scrumptious picnic lunch, immerse yourself in the ancient landscape;
take that special photograph from Razor Back Lookout or just enjoy some of the
most spectacular outback scenery Australia has to offer.
As the sun becomes low in the sky we will follow the road through a landscape
of absolute beauty. Wildlife including Kangaroos, Emus and Wedge-tailed Eagles
are prolific in this rugged terrain and are usually spotted in the late
afternoon.
Overnight: Wilpena Pound, Rawnsley Park Resort or Quorn Motel (depending
on availability)
Meals:
(B) Included: Continental
(L) Included: Picnic Lunch
(D) Own Expense: Restaurant
DAY 4
Enjoy an early morning walk, breathe in the fresh air while listening to the
unique sounds of the Australian Bush. Spend a lovely morning travelling back
to Adelaide along the Eastern side of the magnificent Flinders Ranges.
Heading south down the RM Williams way the land changes into lush rural
expanses of natural beauty. Enjoy a break in the world-famous Clare Valley
wine region.
No doubt you will leave with life-long memories to share with family and
friends about your journey to the Flinders Ranges & Outback.
Meals:
(B) Included: Continental
(L) Included: Café/Bakery
Please note:
CODE (B) (L) (D) indicates which meals are included and which meals are at the
passengers own expense.
Optional extras are on request and can only be booked while on tour!
Advertised itineraries & vehicles may change due to circumstances beyond our
control.
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Optional extras can be booked with us during your tour and payment made to the
provider directly.
Advertised itineraries and vehicles may change due to circumstances beyond our
control.
If you are interested in this tour but cannot travel on any of the dates
listed, please contact us directly and we can arrange additional tour dates.
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