6-Day Eyre Peninsula & Flinders Ranges Adventure Tour
Overview
Roam the wild landscapes of South Australia and revel in the freedom to live life untamed. Escape to the vast, wide-open spaces of the Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Ranges. The perfect paradox of outback and ocean to awaken your senses and fire your curiosity. Unearth ancient land and lose yourself among 540-million-year-old mountain ranges, sweeping gorges, bushland brimming with wildlife and rich Aboriginal history on one of the best Flinders Ranges tours.
Venture to the Eyre Peninsula, winding from the red dirt to roaring ocean swells as you pull up in Port Lincoln. Here, sample the region's sought-after seafood, learn to surf and add a deeper meaning to your trip by volunteering at a koala conservation project. Then, go off-grid, falling asleep under a sea of stars. If you love aquatic adventures, you can choose the optional extra of swimming with wild sea lions and coming face-to-tooth with a Great White Shark.
Venture to the Eyre Peninsula, winding from the red dirt to roaring ocean swells as you pull up in Port Lincoln. Here, sample the region's sought-after seafood, learn to surf and add a deeper meaning to your trip by volunteering at a koala conservation project. Then, go off-grid, falling asleep under a sea of stars. If you love aquatic adventures, you can choose the optional extra of swimming with wild sea lions and coming face-to-tooth with a Great White Shark.
Inclusions
- 5-nights swag camping
- Transport by air-conditioned mini bus
- All activities and entry fee's unless stated as an optional extra
- Guide
- 5x Breakfast
- 5x Dinner
- 6x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 5 nights
- Entry/Admission - Mount Remarkable National Park
- Entry/Admission - Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
- Entry/Admission - Fishery Bay
- Entry/Admission - Stamford Hill Loop Hike
- Entry/Admission - Mikkira Station
- Entry/Admission - Wilpena Pound
- Entry/Admission - Whalers Way
What to expect
Itinerary
Day 1: Adelaide to Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
Stop At: Mount Remarkable National Park, Mambray Creek, South Australia Australia
Headed north, stop at Clare for a quick coffee before continuing to Mount Remarkable National Park to embark on the first hike of the tour at Alligator Gorge. Make a steep descent, then follow a trench of bright ochre-coloured quartzite cliffs guaranteed to make you feel very small.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, Blinman SA 5730, Australia
After a picnic lunch, travel a bit further north, arriving at Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. So unique are the fossils found in this landscape, geologists had to revise the geologic timeline of the Earth's history, identifying a new era called the Ediacaran period.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Wilpena Pound Resort Wilpena Road, Via Hawker, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia 5434 Australia
Arrive at our campsite at the magnificent Wilpena Pound for a Welcome to Country in the Adnyamathanha people's language. Enjoy Aboriginal songs, traditional stories, and local information as you are welcomed to the spectacular Flinders Ranges.
Head back to the campsite for dinner and roll out your swag for your first night under the billions of stars of the Milky Way.
Today we drive approximately 450 km (5 hours), with stops along the way.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Swag camp in the camping area at the Wilpena Pound Resort, which has toilet and shower facilities.
Day 2: Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
Stop At: Wilpena Pound Resort Wilpena Road, Via Hawker, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia 5434 Australia
Wake to the joyful sounds of birdsong, and after breakfast, set out on the Hills Homestead Walk. Wander through the tranquil Pound Gap into Wilpena Pound and follow Wilpena Creek through tall river red gums and pines. Head up Wangara Lookout for panoramic views into the inside of Wilpena Pound and keep your eyes peeled for echidnas in the underleaf. Breath deep and take in the magic all around you.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Ikara, Willow Springs SA 5434, Australia
Return to camp for lunch and a dip in the resort swimming pool to cool off. This afternoon we will set out on the Arkaroo Rock Trail, which has impressive views over the Chace Range. Arkaroo Rock is a significant cultural site for the Adnyamathanha people and has an incredible example of Adnyamathanha rock art depicting the Yura Muda (Dreaming or creation story) of Ikara.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Wilpena Pound Resort Wilpena Road, Via Hawker, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia 5434 Australia
Back at the resort, cool down with another swim, and relax and soak up the serenity of this ancient landscape.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Spend your second night swag camping Wilpena Pound, watching the shooting stars above.
Day 3: Flinders Ranges to Port Lincoln
Stop At: Hawker, Hawker, Flinders Ranges, South Australia
This morning, say farewell to the Flinders Ranges and visit the Jeff Morgan Gallery in the tiny town of Hawker to see an incredible 360-degree immersive panorama of the region.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Port Augusta, Port Augusta, South Australia
Travel through to Port Augusta for lunch.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cowell, Cowell, South Australia
See some impressive silo art at Cowell.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Port Lincoln, Port Lincoln, South Australia
Come late afternoon, arrive in the 'Seafood Capital of Australia', Port Lincoln.
Take a look around the town to get your bearings and stretch your legs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mikkira Station, 30km Southwest From Port Lincoln On Mikkira Lane Of Fishery Bay Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia 5606 Australia
Arrive at Mikkira Station. This private property is special as it is home to the Eyre Penisula's only wild koala population, with around 170 koalas and lots of kangaroos and emus. This private property is special as it is home to the Eyre Penisula's only wild koala population, with around 170 koalas and lots of kangaroos and emus, calling Mikkira home. Soak up the last of the days sun before dinner at the campsite.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Camp at Mikkira Station, which has shower and toilet facilities.
Day 4: Port Lincoln & Surrounds
Stop At: Fishery Bay, Proper Bay Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia Australia
Surfing is a way of life in Australia, so today, pull on a wetsuit for a two-hour learn-to-surf lesson. The turquoise and calm water of Fisheries Bay is the perfect place to Hang 10! Those not wanting to surf will be able to relax, swim or explore.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Whalers Way, Port Lincoln, South Australia Australia
After a bite to eat, take a 14-kilometre scenic coastal drive along Whalers Way. Be wowed by the breathtaking coastline and cliffs that have been smashed by the Southern Ocean for millions of years.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mikkira Station, 30km Southwest From Port Lincoln On Mikkira Lane Of Fishery Bay Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia 5606 Australia
This afternoon, you have the opportunity for a meaningful regeneration experience. We have various conservation partners in Port Lincoln, and what we do depends on which projects are running at that time of year. You might find yourself removing weeds, planting trees or doing a beach clean-up.
Travel 100km today. Enjoy some free time before dinner back at camp and sleep under koala-filled gum trees at Mikkira Station.
Duration: 16 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Camp back at Mikkira Station with the neighborly koalas.
Day 5: Aquatic Adventures or Coffin Bay
Stop At: Coffin Bay, Coffin Bay, South Australia
After breakfast, spend the day unearthing Port Lincoln and Coffin Bay. After a coastal hike along part of the Parnkalla Trail, head to Coffin Bay National Park. Famed for its white sandy beaches and wildlife, spend some time exploring, swimming and relaxing here
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Oyster Farm Tours - Coffin Bay, 100 Esplanade, Coffin Bay SA 5607, Australia
No visit to Coffin Bay is complete without tasting the region's famous oysters, so you also have the option of pulling on some waders and joining the Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Port Lincoln, Port Lincoln, South Australia
Back in Port Lincoln, enjoy a spot of wine tasting at Boston Bay Wines before we head back to camp at Mikkira Station for our last night together.
Duration: 14 hours
Stop At: Port Lincoln, Port Lincoln, South Australia
Alternative Itinerary
Those coming to Port Lincoln to get up close and personal with the aquatic wildlife can opt to have a Great White Shark experience or swim with the ever-playful Australian Sea Lions. These are outsourced activities not included in the itinerary. Please see 'Optional Extras' for more information.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Camp at Mikkira Station for our last night together
Day 6: Port Lincoln to Adelaide
Stop At: Stamford Hill Loop Hike, Stamford Hill Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia Australia
After breakfast, pack up camp and set off on one of many great coastal walks in the region. On the way out of town, take a final look at Port Lincoln from Winters Hill Lookout.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Arno Bay, Arno Bay, South Australia
Stop for a BBQ lunch at beautiful Arno Bay.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lucky Bay SA 5602, Australia
Our ferry will set sail across the Spencer Gulf towards Wallaroo on the Yorke Peninsula at 2.30 pm. Grab a coffee at the onboard café, relax, and enjoy the two-and-a-half-hour cruise across the gulf.
On disembarking in Wallaroo, jump back on the bus for our last stint into Adelaide, where you will arrive around 8 pm.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 1: Adelaide to Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
Stop At: Mount Remarkable National Park, Mambray Creek, South Australia Australia
Headed north, stop at Clare for a quick coffee before continuing to Mount Remarkable National Park to embark on the first hike of the tour at Alligator Gorge. Make a steep descent, then follow a trench of bright ochre-coloured quartzite cliffs guaranteed to make you feel very small.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, Blinman SA 5730, Australia
After a picnic lunch, travel a bit further north, arriving at Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. So unique are the fossils found in this landscape, geologists had to revise the geologic timeline of the Earth's history, identifying a new era called the Ediacaran period.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Wilpena Pound Resort Wilpena Road, Via Hawker, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia 5434 Australia
Arrive at our campsite at the magnificent Wilpena Pound for a Welcome to Country in the Adnyamathanha people's language. Enjoy Aboriginal songs, traditional stories, and local information as you are welcomed to the spectacular Flinders Ranges.
Head back to the campsite for dinner and roll out your swag for your first night under the billions of stars of the Milky Way.
Today we drive approximately 450 km (5 hours), with stops along the way.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
•
•
Accommodation included: Swag camp in the camping area at the Wilpena Pound Resort, which has toilet and shower facilities.
Day 2: Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park
Stop At: Wilpena Pound Resort Wilpena Road, Via Hawker, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia 5434 Australia
Wake to the joyful sounds of birdsong, and after breakfast, set out on the Hills Homestead Walk. Wander through the tranquil Pound Gap into Wilpena Pound and follow Wilpena Creek through tall river red gums and pines. Head up Wangara Lookout for panoramic views into the inside of Wilpena Pound and keep your eyes peeled for echidnas in the underleaf. Breath deep and take in the magic all around you.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Ikara, Willow Springs SA 5434, Australia
Return to camp for lunch and a dip in the resort swimming pool to cool off. This afternoon we will set out on the Arkaroo Rock Trail, which has impressive views over the Chace Range. Arkaroo Rock is a significant cultural site for the Adnyamathanha people and has an incredible example of Adnyamathanha rock art depicting the Yura Muda (Dreaming or creation story) of Ikara.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Wilpena Pound Resort Wilpena Road, Via Hawker, Flinders Ranges National Park, South Australia 5434 Australia
Back at the resort, cool down with another swim, and relax and soak up the serenity of this ancient landscape.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
•
•
•
Accommodation included: Spend your second night swag camping Wilpena Pound, watching the shooting stars above.
Day 3: Flinders Ranges to Port Lincoln
Stop At: Hawker, Hawker, Flinders Ranges, South Australia
This morning, say farewell to the Flinders Ranges and visit the Jeff Morgan Gallery in the tiny town of Hawker to see an incredible 360-degree immersive panorama of the region.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Port Augusta, Port Augusta, South Australia
Travel through to Port Augusta for lunch.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Cowell, Cowell, South Australia
See some impressive silo art at Cowell.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Port Lincoln, Port Lincoln, South Australia
Come late afternoon, arrive in the 'Seafood Capital of Australia', Port Lincoln.
Take a look around the town to get your bearings and stretch your legs.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mikkira Station, 30km Southwest From Port Lincoln On Mikkira Lane Of Fishery Bay Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia 5606 Australia
Arrive at Mikkira Station. This private property is special as it is home to the Eyre Penisula's only wild koala population, with around 170 koalas and lots of kangaroos and emus. This private property is special as it is home to the Eyre Penisula's only wild koala population, with around 170 koalas and lots of kangaroos and emus, calling Mikkira home. Soak up the last of the days sun before dinner at the campsite.
Duration: 14 hours
Meals included:
•
•
•
Accommodation included: Camp at Mikkira Station, which has shower and toilet facilities.
Day 4: Port Lincoln & Surrounds
Stop At: Fishery Bay, Proper Bay Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia Australia
Surfing is a way of life in Australia, so today, pull on a wetsuit for a two-hour learn-to-surf lesson. The turquoise and calm water of Fisheries Bay is the perfect place to Hang 10! Those not wanting to surf will be able to relax, swim or explore.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Whalers Way, Port Lincoln, South Australia Australia
After a bite to eat, take a 14-kilometre scenic coastal drive along Whalers Way. Be wowed by the breathtaking coastline and cliffs that have been smashed by the Southern Ocean for millions of years.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mikkira Station, 30km Southwest From Port Lincoln On Mikkira Lane Of Fishery Bay Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia 5606 Australia
This afternoon, you have the opportunity for a meaningful regeneration experience. We have various conservation partners in Port Lincoln, and what we do depends on which projects are running at that time of year. You might find yourself removing weeds, planting trees or doing a beach clean-up.
Travel 100km today. Enjoy some free time before dinner back at camp and sleep under koala-filled gum trees at Mikkira Station.
Duration: 16 hours
Meals included:
•
•
•
Accommodation included: Camp back at Mikkira Station with the neighborly koalas.
Day 5: Aquatic Adventures or Coffin Bay
Stop At: Coffin Bay, Coffin Bay, South Australia
After breakfast, spend the day unearthing Port Lincoln and Coffin Bay. After a coastal hike along part of the Parnkalla Trail, head to Coffin Bay National Park. Famed for its white sandy beaches and wildlife, spend some time exploring, swimming and relaxing here
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Oyster Farm Tours - Coffin Bay, 100 Esplanade, Coffin Bay SA 5607, Australia
No visit to Coffin Bay is complete without tasting the region's famous oysters, so you also have the option of pulling on some waders and joining the Coffin Bay Oyster Farm Tour.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Port Lincoln, Port Lincoln, South Australia
Back in Port Lincoln, enjoy a spot of wine tasting at Boston Bay Wines before we head back to camp at Mikkira Station for our last night together.
Duration: 14 hours
Stop At: Port Lincoln, Port Lincoln, South Australia
Alternative Itinerary
Those coming to Port Lincoln to get up close and personal with the aquatic wildlife can opt to have a Great White Shark experience or swim with the ever-playful Australian Sea Lions. These are outsourced activities not included in the itinerary. Please see 'Optional Extras' for more information.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
•
•
•
Accommodation included: Camp at Mikkira Station for our last night together
Day 6: Port Lincoln to Adelaide
Stop At: Stamford Hill Loop Hike, Stamford Hill Road, Port Lincoln, South Australia Australia
After breakfast, pack up camp and set off on one of many great coastal walks in the region. On the way out of town, take a final look at Port Lincoln from Winters Hill Lookout.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Arno Bay, Arno Bay, South Australia
Stop for a BBQ lunch at beautiful Arno Bay.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Lucky Bay SA 5602, Australia
Our ferry will set sail across the Spencer Gulf towards Wallaroo on the Yorke Peninsula at 2.30 pm. Grab a coffee at the onboard café, relax, and enjoy the two-and-a-half-hour cruise across the gulf.
On disembarking in Wallaroo, jump back on the bus for our last stint into Adelaide, where you will arrive around 8 pm.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
•
•
No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- This tour is active so a reasonable level of fitness is required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- We have implemented a range of enhanced protocols as part of our ‘Safe Journeys' program and hold the COVID-Safe accreditation with the World Travel & Tourism Council’s ‘Safe Travel Protocols for Tour Operators’ and Australian Tourism Export Council.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
eurekaman53
December 2019
I recently found myself immersed in the 6 day Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Ranges Tour. How wonderful it was to escape to the bush again. Sleeping under the stars and meeting people from around the world. Swimming with sea lions and dolphins were exciting firsts for me. And more close encounters w...
I recently found myself immersed in the 6 day Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Ranges Tour. How wonderful it was to escape to the bush again. Sleeping under the stars and meeting people from around the world. Swimming with sea lions and dolphins were exciting firsts for me. And more close encounters with Emus, Kangaroos and Koalas. I even found myself involved in an impromptu dance party at Coodlie Park, no less. All this made possible by the amazing crew I encountered in Jason, Joe, and Kirsty. Passionate about their work, they were so knowledgeable, flexible, and provided awesome meals. But above all, they are just so much fun to be with. Thanks heaps guys.naomireynolds1000
December 2019
I recently did the Eyr Peninsula tour starting with Janner and ending with Chris. I had a great time! Lots of activities to do, the days were really well planned and the food was great too. Thank you Nullarbor traveller and Janner & Chris!
I recently did the Eyr Peninsula tour starting with Janner and ending with Chris. I had a great time! Lots of activities to do, the days were really well planned and the food was great too. Thank you Nullarbor traveller and Janner & Chris!Nicolas D
December 2019
I would like to say a MASSIVE THANK YOU for being part of this amazing tour 6 days secrets of esperance, which was over my expectations ! Sean is an amazing guide and a really nice person, which is very interesting and love his job ! Every single place we've visited was amazing, the weather was...
I would like to say a MASSIVE THANK YOU for being part of this amazing tour 6 days secrets of esperance, which was over my expectations ! Sean is an amazing guide and a really nice person, which is very interesting and love his job ! Every single place we've visited was amazing, the weather was great, the food as well , we've been in Esperance, Albany, seen beautiful beaches (Lucky bay, Hamelin bay)and caves, national parks and lots of animals ! Thanks again for this amazing and unique experience, highly recommend this tour and this company !! NicoIan_from_Canberra
April 2021
This was an excellent, and fun, tour. Saw lots of interesting things. Highlights included swimming with the sea lions at Baird Bay, swimming at Talia Beach in the rockpools and an oyster picnic on the beach at Coffin Bay. Our guide, Altair, was great, entertaining and informative. Food was ex...
This was an excellent, and fun, tour. Saw lots of interesting things. Highlights included swimming with the sea lions at Baird Bay, swimming at Talia Beach in the rockpools and an oyster picnic on the beach at Coffin Bay. Our guide, Altair, was great, entertaining and informative. Food was excellent, and our campsites were very good. I love camping in swags under the stars. We had a good group of 17 for the tour and we had loads of fun during our 6 days together. One glitch we had was the bus breaking down on day 1, but that was resolved with a replacement bus sent from Adelaide and we were on our way within a couple of hours. Its good to know that your tour company is capable of dealing effectively and quickly with problems like this. I'd happily travel with Nullabor Traveller again (eyeing off the Esperance trip sometime in the next year).AnnaN5173
February 2019
The trip was really great, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to experience South Australia's nature and wildlife. Sleeping under the stars and becoming friends with people all over the world is an amazing experience. You should be open and adventurous for this kind of trip to have the ...
The trip was really great, and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to experience South Australia's nature and wildlife. Sleeping under the stars and becoming friends with people all over the world is an amazing experience. You should be open and adventurous for this kind of trip to have the best time! I've started off with the group travelling from Adelaide to Perth and our tour guide Amanda was an awesome guide and did her best to make our time as pleasant as possible. We had a lot of fun and I felt even a bit sad to leave the group so early. Half way, I’ve joined the group travelling in the opposite direction and continued my loop back to Adelaide. The group was guided by Chris who was incredible. He is highly experienced and knows so much about wildlife, geology, star formations and much more; and on top of it he is a great cook and spoilt us with his creations. I had a great time and would recommend booking this tour!tornac2017
April 2022
I really enjoyed this trip! Seeing Wilpena Pound was a highlight. The swags were very comfortable and I enjoyed sleeping under the stars, of which there were many as the weather was kind. The highlight for me was the opportunity to see much of Australia's iconic wildlife including the yellow fo...
I really enjoyed this trip! Seeing Wilpena Pound was a highlight. The swags were very comfortable and I enjoyed sleeping under the stars, of which there were many as the weather was kind. The highlight for me was the opportunity to see much of Australia's iconic wildlife including the yellow footed rock wallaby at Wilpena Pound; it is surprisingly colourful. Staying at Mikkira Station is a real treat as it allows the opportunity to see koalas at dawn and dusk when they are a bit more active. All in all thoroughly enjoyable 6 days,