Lake Eyre and Flinders Ranges Tour

Adventures Beyond - Lake Eyre and FLinders Ranges

PRICES:

$1695pp (2 nights luxury tent, 1 night luxury apartment)

ITINERARY

Day 1

Pick up from Central Bus Station at approximately 7:00 am.
Head north to Pt Wakefield at the tip of Gulf Saint Vincent. Perhaps indulge in a home made pie or pasty at the famous Kiplings bakery.  Then onto Mambray Creek National Park in the magnificent southern Flinders Ranges with its abundant wildlife and spectacular scenery. Our next stop is the picturesque town of Quorn where many Australian outback movies have been filmed including The Shiralee and Sunday Too Far Away.

After lunch we cross the outback terrain of the Willochra Plains, home to kangaroos, emus and the soaring Wedgetail eagle. Then to Yourambulla Caves, to view 8000 year old aboriginal art and gain an insight into their culture. Late afternoon our final stop is Rawnsley Park Station on the southern side of famous Wilpena Pound. Relax around the camp fire and enjoy a delicious meal prepared by your experienced tour guide. Camp or Cabin. (Optional Flight over Wilpena Pound)

Day 2

After a wholesome breakfast we explore the world famous Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges know as the Corridors of Time, a must see in any trip to the Flinders Ranges. Search for the rare yellow footed rock wallaby and see ancient 600 million year old fossils. Today lunch is provided at the iconic Prairie Hotel, Parachilna, The menu offers delicious native foods including smoked kangaroo, camel mettwurst, wattleseed chicken, virginian ham, bush tomato chilli jam with green salad and freshly baked damper rolls.

Now it’s time to sit back and watch the mountains give way to the desert of northern South Australia. Travel along the remote Oodnadatta Track gaining a glimpse at how our early settlers lived in this harsh environment. Arrive at Marree the historic outback town which marks the start of the famous Birdsville track. This is where the Afghan camel trains of up to 100 camels would camp before heading out into the harsh deserts of outback Australia.

This afternoon take to the skies for a two hour flight over Lake Eyre and the Cooper Creek, the only way to truly see this once-in-a-lifetime event and witness the rebirth of this magical land. In the evening enjoy your dinner, kick back and have a drink, sitting around the campfire while gazing into the outback sky.

Day 3

Today we follow the old Ghan railway through some of the most spectacular scenery the outback has to offer. We take you to the shores of Lake Eyre where you are able to walk onto the salt lake which is approximately 11 metres below sea level. Then meander back down along the western side of the magnificent Flinders Ranges watching the colours change over the mountains as the sun slowly sinks into the desert sky.

Arrive at Port Augusta at the tip of Spencer Gulf at the award-winning 'Oasis in the Outback' apartments set amid stunning arid landscaped grounds. After freshening up wander over to a local restaurant and share a delicious meal and wind down. 4 Star Luxury Apartments

Day 4

Enjoy a hearty breakfast, then experience an unforgettable boat cruise on Spencer Gulf with breathtaking views over the outback mountain ranges. Marvel at the abundance of bird life and perhaps sight some playful dolphins. We then head south with many photo opportunities to capture the magnificent scenery of the southern Flinders Ranges.

Lunch is at the historic Stone Hut Bakery, famous for its award winning food. You will have the opportunity to sample some of South Australia's best wines on the way home to Adelaide, arriving approximately between 6pm and 7pm.