Itinerary Details

Day 1

(MD, Motel) Arriving in Adelaide in the morning to begin our journey north towards South Australia’s Outback. Travel through the Mid North getting to know our Safari Coach, crew and fellow travellers, enjoying the changing scenery as we leave the city behind. Continue through Port Pirie before arriving in Port Augusta, the gateway to the Flinders Ranges. Settle into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxed evening.

Day 2

(CB, MD, Motel) After breakfast, we travel north into the spectacular Flinders Ranges. Pass through historic Quorn and Hawker before winding through the heart of the Ikara – Flinders Range National Park. On the north east of the park we reach the remote and magnificent Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Arrive at Arkaroola and settle into your accommodation. Enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery and the peaceful atmosphere of this unique wilderness area.

Day 3

(CB, MD, Motel) Today we spend a full day exploring the extraordinary Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary. Experience the rugged beauty of the northern Flinders Ranges, with its dramatic mountains, rocky gorges, ancient geological formations and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a scenic 4WD adventure, with opportunities for short walks, photography and sightseeing. Take in the spectacular views and discover why Arkaroola is regarded as one of Australia’s great wilderness destinations. As evening arrives, enjoy the magnificent Outback sunset and an unforgettable night beneath the stars.

Day 4

(CB, MD, Motel) We leave Arkaroola on the Gammon Ranges Road and continue our journey deeper into the South Australian Outback. Travel through remote and spectacular country towards Marree, a historic settlement at the crossroads of some of Australia’s great outback routes. Discover Marree’s fascinating pioneering and Aboriginal heritage and learn about its important role in the history of outback transport and the Birdsville Track. Enjoy the unique atmosphere of this small Outback community.

Day 5

(CB, MD, Motel) An exciting day of Outback travel awaits, starting with an optional flight over Kati Thanda–Lake Eyre, from above witness the incredible patterns, colours and textures of the lake, surrounded by the endless desert landscapes. Taking the Oodnadatta Track along the bottom of the lake to the remote outpost of William Creek. East towards Coober
Pedy we experience the extraordinary scale and isolation of the Australian Outback. Arrive in Coober Pedy, famous throughout the world for its opal mining and underground homes. Note: Optional Scenic Flight approx. $500.

Day 6

(CB, MD, Motel) Today we explore the fascinating underground world of Coober Pedy. Visit an underground opal mine and learn about the history of the town’s famous opal industry. Discover underground museum, churches and other unique features that make Coober Pedy unlike anywhere else in Australia. In the afternoon, visit the spectacular Kanku-
Breakaways Conservation Park, with its colourful mesas, dramatic cliffs and extraordinary desert landscapes.

Day 7

(CB, MD, Motel) Heading south along the Stuart Highway, discover the remarkable history of the Woomera Prohibited Area and Australia’s
involvement in rocket testing, aerospace research and space exploration. Visit the Woomera Heritage Centre and Missile Park, where you can see a collection of rockets, missiles and aircraft that tell the story of this unique Australian facility. We make our way back to the Spencer Gulf and Port Augusta.

Day 8

(CB) Early departure from Port Augusta for the final leg of our journey through the Mid North enjoying the changing scenery as we make our way back to Adelaide for our homeward flights. Bringing our unforgettable South Australian Outback adventure to an end.