Lake Eyre and Flinders Ranges 4-Day Small Group 4WD Eco Tour

4.5
(4 reviews)

4 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

✔ Wilderness, Wildlife, Culture
✔ Professional, accredited tour guide
✔ Comfortable air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
✔ Quorn, Warren Gorge
✔ Flinders Ranges National Park
✔ Lunch at remote William Creek pub
✔ Wilpena Pound (Ikara)
✔ Brachina & Bunyeroo Gorges
✔ Ediacaran fossils
✔ Clare Valley wine tasting

Lake Eyre is the largest salt lake in the Southern Hemisphere and the lowest natural point in Australia. On the rare occasions that it fills, it is also the largest lake in Australia.

The views of Lake Eyre are equally spectacular when in flood with surrounding wildflowers and birds or in drought with it’s brilliant white crust and desert wildlife. Away from the lake, the National Park features red sand dunes and mesas, stone-strewn tablelands and salty claypans.

Follow in the footsteps of famous explorer John McDouall Stuart and the old Ghan Railway. See the sights of the Oodnadatta Track. There’s nothing like heading bush and experiencing some of the harshest country in Australia.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Lunch (Optional[4])
Lunch
Accommodation as per itinerary
Breakfast (Optional[3])
Breakfast
Bag for clothing (stored in trailer)
Fly Nets (Snowys stock these)
Insect Repellant, hat, sunscreen

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
OR
Meeting point

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Monday

    1 stop
  • 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. 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.

    12 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 2

    Tuesday

    1 stop
  • 2

    In the morning take off from the local airstrip with excellent views of the Flinders Ranges. You begin your scenic flight over Wilpena Pound, Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorge before tracking north to Lake Eyre. You will fly over Parachilna, the Leigh Creek open-cut coal fields and the Marree Man, following the outback tracks crossing the awe-inspiring Lake Eyre. After marvelling at the wonders of this mammoth inland salt lake we will land at the outback town of William Creek. Enjoy lunch at this remote pub where the local stockmen gather. Make the return trip back to Wilpena Pound over the Painted Hills, Andamooka opal fields and Lake Torrens. (Flight path may change to take advantage of better scenic options).

    12 hours Admission ticket free
  • Day 3

    Wednesday

    1 stop
  • 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.

    12 hours Admission ticket included
  • Day 4

    Thursday

    1 stop
  • 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.

    12 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
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