3 Day Flinders Ranges & Outback (Standard Motel Unit - Ensuite twin share)

Our exciting small group outback safari will provide the opportunity to explore nature, wildlife, wilderness and Aboriginal culture.  Commence your wilderness journey by heading north via Port Germein to Alligator Gorge National Park for lunch, with spectacular views of the mountains and Spencer Gulf. We the head further north, travelling through the picturesque Pichi Richi Pass to Quorn (the start of the original Ghan Railway) onto the magnificent Flinders Ranges, visiting Wilpena Pound, Rawnsley Park and Aboriginal art sites. We travel through the famous Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges (also called the corridors through time) and view some of the oldest rock formations in the world.

On our way home to Adelaide you will have the opportunity to experience one of the best wine regions in South Australia - The Clare Valley where you can have a taste of the fine local wines and produce.

Highlights: Flinders Ranges National Park, Wilpena Pound (Ikara), Brachina Gorge, Ediacaran fossils, Bunyeroo Gorge, Quorn/Old Ghan Railway Station, Warren Gorge Conservation Park, Clare Valley, Bushwalking (optional)

DAY 1 FRIDAY
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 South Australia.
Be amazed by the beauty of the Southern Flinders Ranges, 600 million year old mountain peaks and spectacular views over Spencer Gulf. Travel through the 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 Warren Gorge Conservation Park to search for rare and elusive Yellow-Footed Rock Wallabies. Dramatic rock outcrops harbour these endangered wallabies with only an estimated 8,000 living in the wild. Sit back in the comfortable, fully equipped 4WD vehicle as we head along the remote tracks through the deserted Willochra Plains where eagles soar and emus run free.
Overnight: Wilpena Pound or Rawnsley Park Resort (depending on availability)
Meals: (L) (D)

DAY 2 SATURDAY
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. Wildlife including Kangaroos, Emus and Wedge tailed Eagles are prolific in this rugged terrain and are usually spotted in abundance in the late afternoon.
Optional: Self-guided early morning bushwalk following the tree-lined creek beds to Wangara Lookout.
Optional Extra:
Overnight: Wilpena Pound or Rawnsley Park Resort (depending on availability)
Meals: (B) (L) (D)

DAY 3 SUNDAY
Come along on an early morning bush walk that will take us to a rock art site, extremely significant to the Adnyamathanha. Aboriginal people have been present here for thousands of years and have left artwork in the overhangs of the cliffs.
Spend a relaxing morning travelling back to Adelaide along the Eastern side of the magnificent Flinders Ranges with its mighty Red Gum forests. The land will change into lush expanses of natural rural beauty as we head south. 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 Australia.
Meals: (B) (L)