Our Price From
10,195
Per Person
Trip Style
4WD Adventure
Departures
Accommodation
Mixed
Max. Group Size
26
Guide Level
Fully Guided
Trip Code
OSAKI
Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on Outback Spirit's 14 Day Outback South Australia & Kangaroo Island. What also makes South Australia so unique are its stunning natural landscapes. There’s the grandeur of the Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound, a magnificent natural Amphitheatre. Further north, there’s the spectacular Kati Thanda - Lake Eyre National Park, Australia’s largest salt-lake and the 13th largest lake in the world. Offshore lies beautiful Kangaroo Island, a sanctuary for Sea Lions and Fur Seals and home to the Remarkable Rocks. There’s simply so much to see in South Australia,...read more and Outback Spirit’s award-winning Outback South Australia & Kangaroo Island tour is the best way to do it.
Itinerary
Today you will be met by your friendly and professional Tour Directors. If you are arriving into Adelaide Airport please collect your baggage and make your way to the café located at the bottom of the escalator by 11.00am.
Departing Adelaide, we make our way to Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Take a stroll through this charming and picturesque village before heading down the Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis, the departure point for Kangaroo Island. Enjoy the 45 minute ferry ride across Backstairs Passage before heading around to Kingscote. We spend the next three nights at the Aurora Ozone Hotel, perfectly positioned along the foreshore with views over Nepean Bay. Stay: Aurora Ozone Hotel (L/D)
Departing Adelaide, we make our way to Hahndorf in the Adelaide Hills. Take a stroll through this charming and picturesque village before heading down the Fleurieu Peninsula to Cape Jervis, the departure point for Kangaroo Island. Enjoy the 45 minute ferry ride across Backstairs Passage before heading around to Kingscote. We spend the next three nights at the Aurora Ozone Hotel, perfectly positioned along the foreshore with views over Nepean Bay. Stay: Aurora Ozone Hotel (L/D)
This morning we visit Seal Bay Conservation Park, home to Australia's largest colony of breeding Sea Lions. Here we'll take a guided beach walk with a local expert to observe these magnificent creatures up close and learn about how they hunt, surf, rest, interact with their pups and defend their territory. A boardwalk will lead us down through the dunes to the beach, with breathtaking views of the colony and majestic coastline. Sometimes we'll pass sea lions snoozing in the dune system, or even lying in the middle of the beach path!
Later this morning we continue our journey to the west of the island to Flinders Chase National Park. After a delicious BBQ lunch, we'll visit the huge and mystifying granite formations known as Remarkable Rocks. Then head to Cape du Couedic to visit the lighthouse and Admiral's Arch, where on sunny afternoons the stalactites can be seen silhouetted against the deep-blue Southern Ocean. We return to Kingscote late afternoon. Stay: Aurora Ozone Hotel (B/L/D)
Later this morning we continue our journey to the west of the island to Flinders Chase National Park. After a delicious BBQ lunch, we'll visit the huge and mystifying granite formations known as Remarkable Rocks. Then head to Cape du Couedic to visit the lighthouse and Admiral's Arch, where on sunny afternoons the stalactites can be seen silhouetted against the deep-blue Southern Ocean. We return to Kingscote late afternoon. Stay: Aurora Ozone Hotel (B/L/D)
This morning we enjoy an exceptional eco-adventure cruise with Kangaroo Island Ocean Safari. Step on board the custom vessel for an informative look at the natural biodiversity of Kangaroo Island and it's spectacular coastline. You'll see marine life up close and spot Sea Eagles, Little Fairy Penguins, Petrels, Terns, Oyster Catchers and more!
Afterwards we'll do some local sightseeing around Kangaroo Island, including a tour to the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery. We then return to Kingscote where the remainder of the afternoon can be spent at your leisure. Stay: Aurora Ozone Hotel (B/L/D)
Afterwards we'll do some local sightseeing around Kangaroo Island, including a tour to the Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery. We then return to Kingscote where the remainder of the afternoon can be spent at your leisure. Stay: Aurora Ozone Hotel (B/L/D)
Today we take the ferry back to the mainland and travel through the Adelaide Hills to arrive in the city early this afternoon. Enjoy a tour of Penfolds Magill Estate before checking in to the Stamford Grand Hotel overlooking the ocean in Glenelg. Stay: Stamford Grand Hotel (B/L/D)
This morning we head north to Port Augusta, known as the Gateway to the Flinders Ranges and home to the awardwinning Wadlata Outback Centre. Visitors can step back in time and learn about the early explorers and their brave expeditions into the unknown.
From Port Augusta we'll journey through to Quorn and Hawker before arriving at the Wilpena Pound Resort for our two night stay. Nestled at the entrance to Wilpena Pound, the resort stands amid stately Red Gums and Native Pines on the banks of the Wilpena Creek. Stay: Wilpena Pound Resort (B/L/D)
From Port Augusta we'll journey through to Quorn and Hawker before arriving at the Wilpena Pound Resort for our two night stay. Nestled at the entrance to Wilpena Pound, the resort stands amid stately Red Gums and Native Pines on the banks of the Wilpena Creek. Stay: Wilpena Pound Resort (B/L/D)
Wilpena Pound is characterised by spectacular scenery and is home to nearly half of South Australia's species of plants.
Today we enjoy a guided walk into Wilpena Pound to Hills Homestead, one of South Australia's oldest and best preserved pastoral settlements. Wander along Wilpena Creek past magnificent stands of river red gums with stunning views of the Pound wall in the distance. Longer walks are available for those who wish to explore further on foot.
This afternoon we head to Stokes Hill Lookout to enjoy 360-degree views of the Flinders Ranges. We then return to the Wilpena Pound Resort for dinner.
Note: This morning there is an opportunity for scenic flights to be taken over Wilpena Pound at a cost of approximately $265.00 per person for a 30 minute flight (own expense). Stay: Wilpena Pound Resort (B/L/D)
Today we enjoy a guided walk into Wilpena Pound to Hills Homestead, one of South Australia's oldest and best preserved pastoral settlements. Wander along Wilpena Creek past magnificent stands of river red gums with stunning views of the Pound wall in the distance. Longer walks are available for those who wish to explore further on foot.
This afternoon we head to Stokes Hill Lookout to enjoy 360-degree views of the Flinders Ranges. We then return to the Wilpena Pound Resort for dinner.
Note: This morning there is an opportunity for scenic flights to be taken over Wilpena Pound at a cost of approximately $265.00 per person for a 30 minute flight (own expense). Stay: Wilpena Pound Resort (B/L/D)
Travel through the picturesque Brachina and Bunyeroo Gorges to arrive at Parachilna late morning. Here we enjoy lunch at the delightful Prairie Hotel before travelling through the northern Flinders Ranges to Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Spend the night here and enjoy an intergalactic tour from Arkaroola's accredited astronomical observatories. Stay: Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary (B/L/D)
Today, explore some of the most spectacular and rugged country on earth! Travelling in open back 4WD vehicles with expert guides, the Ridge Top Tour is a true highlight of the Arkaroola experience and not to be missed! Later this afternoon we depart for Marree where we'll spend the next two nights at The Marree Hotel. Stay: The Marree Hotel (B/L/D)
This morning it's time for our scenic flight over Lake Eyre. Our flight path takes us over Lake Eyre South before crossing over Lake Eyre North, the larger of the two lakes. Fly over Belt Bay and follow the Warburton Groove up the middle of the lake and into the Warburton Creek system. From here we follow the creek to Kalamurina Wildlife Sanctuary, landing late morning. Kalamurina is a 1.7 million-acre property owned and managed by Australian Wildlife Conservancy. This vast desert wilderness stretches from the northern shores of Kati Thanda - Lake Eyre to the southern boundary of the Simpson Desert and provides a haven for several endangered species like the Dusky Hopping Mouse, Mulgara and Ampurta.
After landing at Kalamurina we head to the banks of the Warburton Creek for a guided tour. Learn about the transformation of this country from cattle country to wildlife haven and gain an insight into AWC conservation programs. We then travel by coach down the Birdsville Track, crossing Cooper's Creek before arriving back into Marree late this afternoon. Stay: The Marree Hotel (B/L/D)
Note: Today the tour splits into two groups. Group 1 will take the morning flight as per the itinerary above, while Group 2 travels north to Kalamurina by coach along the Birdsville Track. Group 2 passengers then return to Marree via the scenic flight over Lake Eyre.
After landing at Kalamurina we head to the banks of the Warburton Creek for a guided tour. Learn about the transformation of this country from cattle country to wildlife haven and gain an insight into AWC conservation programs. We then travel by coach down the Birdsville Track, crossing Cooper's Creek before arriving back into Marree late this afternoon. Stay: The Marree Hotel (B/L/D)
Note: Today the tour splits into two groups. Group 1 will take the morning flight as per the itinerary above, while Group 2 travels north to Kalamurina by coach along the Birdsville Track. Group 2 passengers then return to Marree via the scenic flight over Lake Eyre.
After breakfast this morning we depart Marree and follow the legendary Oodnadatta Track to the tiny outback settlement of William Creek. The track itself is steeped in history, natural wonders and rich cultural heritage and is regarded as one of the best outback drives in Australia. It follows a traditional Aboriginal trading route and, because of the availability of water, was chosen for the Central Australian Railway, the original route of the Old Ghan.
This morning we stop off at Coward Springs siding, a fully restored and heritage-listed railway site displaying history and remnants of the ‘Old Ghan'. Arrive into William Creek for lunch at the iconic William Creek Hotel before enjoying a special one hour scenic flight over the ‘Painted Hills'. This rocky outcrop of large and small hills, which emerge suddenly out of a flat desert landscape, can only be accessed by air due to its fragility and natural beauty. This afternoon we trek on to Coober Pedy and spend the next two nights at the award-winning Desert Cave Hotel. Stay: Desert Cave Hotel (B/L/D)
Note: Underground rooms at the Desert Cave Hotel cannot be guaranteed.
This morning we stop off at Coward Springs siding, a fully restored and heritage-listed railway site displaying history and remnants of the ‘Old Ghan'. Arrive into William Creek for lunch at the iconic William Creek Hotel before enjoying a special one hour scenic flight over the ‘Painted Hills'. This rocky outcrop of large and small hills, which emerge suddenly out of a flat desert landscape, can only be accessed by air due to its fragility and natural beauty. This afternoon we trek on to Coober Pedy and spend the next two nights at the award-winning Desert Cave Hotel. Stay: Desert Cave Hotel (B/L/D)
Note: Underground rooms at the Desert Cave Hotel cannot be guaranteed.
Due to the heat in summer, much of Coober Pedy's population live underground. The town is known as the opal capital of the world, supplying 70% of the world's precious opals. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of the Umoona Opal Mine, where you're also free to do some fossicking of our own.
In the afternoon, head out to the Breakaways Reserve and admire the colourful low hills separated from the Stuart Range. We then return to the Desert Cave Hotel to explore its many galleries. Stay: Desert Cave Hotel (B/L/D)
Travelling south today we head to Woomera, home to the Woomera Range Complex operated by the Royal Australian Air Force. The complex is a major Australian defence and civil aerospace facility that is both a working military airbase and a testing ground for ADF materials. Enjoy a visit to the Woomera Interactive Rocket Range Museum and view historical displays relating to the Woomera Range and closed Joint Defence Facility at Nurrungar.
This afternoon we continue on to Port Augusta where we visit the Aridlands Botanic Gardens, before checking in to the Standpipe Golf Motor Inn. Stay: Standpipe Golf Motor Inn (B/L/D)
This afternoon we continue on to Port Augusta where we visit the Aridlands Botanic Gardens, before checking in to the Standpipe Golf Motor Inn. Stay: Standpipe Golf Motor Inn (B/L/D)
After breakfast we head south to the Clare Valley. Well known for its Riesling, the area also produces exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz varieties which together account for nearly half of all wine from the area. After a tour through the region, we'll visit a local winery for a relaxed lunch and wine tastings, a great way to wind down as we approach the end of the adventure.
This afternoon, we arrive back into Adelaide and check in to the Stamford Grand Hotel in Glenelg. We enjoy our final dinner together at the hotel restaurant, Stay: Stamford Grand Hotel (B/L/D)
This afternoon, we arrive back into Adelaide and check in to the Stamford Grand Hotel in Glenelg. We enjoy our final dinner together at the hotel restaurant, Stay: Stamford Grand Hotel (B/L/D)
This morning the adventure comes to an end. You'll be transferred to the airport or to your accommodation if staying on in Adelaide. Bon Voyage! (B)
Trip Inclusions
Moments of Magic
- Wilpena Pound - Explore the incredible natural amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound, a valley surrounded by a rim of mountains in the Flinders Ranges, one of the oldest mountain ranges on earth. Also visit Sacred Canyon to view ancient Aboriginal sandstone engravings.
- Lake Eyre - Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, Australia's largest salt lake and the 13th largest lake in the world is one of the most spectacular sights in the outback. Fly over its vast expanse, taking in Lake Eyre North and South before passing over the Warburton Creek system.
- Painted Hills - Emerging out of the flat desert, the ‘Painted Hills' is a rocky outcrop of large and small hills, weathered over millions of years. Fly over the fragile lunar landscape and marvel at its changing colours and natural beauty.
- Spectacular Marine Life - SA is host to incredible marine life, including some of Australia's most iconic species such as the South Right Whale. Enjoy an eco-adventure cruise off Kangaroo Island to observe the prolific marine life and meet sea lions up close at Seal Bay.
Tour Highlights
- Spend 3 nights on Kangaroo Island and enjoy a marine adventure cruise
- Meet sea lions up close on a guided walk at Seal Bay
- Explore Flinders Chase National Park, including Remarkable Rocks & Admiral's Arch
- Spend 2 nights at Wilpena Pound and explore the Flinders Ranges
- Take a 2-hour scenic flight over Lake Eyre North and South
- Visit the 1.7 million-acre Kalamurina Wildlife Sanctuary on Warburton Creek
- View the 'Painted Hills' on Anna Creek Station on a 1-hour scenic flight
- Explore Coober Pedy's opal fields & stay at the Desert Cave Hotel
- Take a thrilling 4WD Ridge Top tour at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary
- Enjoy an intergalactic experience from Arkaroola's astronomical observatory
- Journey through the Clare Valley and tour Penfolds Magill Estate
- Visit Woomera and learn about the rocket testing range
- Small Group Size - 26
- All meals including all breakfasts, lunches and dinners while on tour
- 13 nights of good quality hotel and lodge accommodation ranging from 3 to 5 stars
- All attraction and entry fees
- Travel aboard 5-star All Terrain Mercedes Benz Coach
- Professional 2 person crew: Tour Driver and Tour Director
- Outback Spirit Explorer Pack featuring handy travel items
- Itinerary and inclusions subject to change. We may need to alter or amend itineraries, excursions, accommodation, or sightseeing arrangements from those published, with little or no notice. This may be due to road conditions, weather, cultural considerations, safety factors and other operational considerations or government regulations. Final itineraries are sent to passengers approximately 2-3 weeks before travel.
- Prices are for land tour only, flights not included unless specified
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Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Outback Spirit. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Outback Spirit. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by Outback Spirit. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from Outback Spirit. These should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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