6 Day Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Ranges Tour
Tour Duration
6 Day
Depart From
Adelaide
Arriving To
Adelaide
AUD$1,295
AUD$1,295
Discover some of Australia’s best-kept secrets on the 6 Day Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Ranges Tour. You’ll get to experience rugged coastlines, stunning sea views, and the ancient landscape of the Flinders Ranges. Marvel at the amazing colours and learn more about the local wildlife as you go, before bedding down under the beautiful southern skies. The Eyre Peninsula is famous for its sea life, and you'll have the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of its most charismatic residents with optional experiences including shark cage diving and swimming with sea lions and dolphins.
Operates: selected dates from September to March. Please check availability in the calendar via the Book Now button.
Departs: day 1 at 7:00am
Returns: day 6 at approx. 7:30pm
Adults: $1295
Children: $1036 (0 – 12 years)
Embark on a 6-day Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Ranges Tour and uncover Australia’s top kept secret, the Eyre Peninsula. From the pristine coastal line of South Australia to the highest peak of the Flinders Ranges, this part of Australia will showcase the vast changing landscapes and brilliants colours of this region, that will leave you speechless!
We continue our journey north into Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park. Before we set up camp at Wilpena Pound Resort, you’ll be treated to a Welcome to Country in the local Adnyamathanha people’s language. Learn about the Flinders Ranges and the local culture through Aboriginal songs and stories before you tuck into our first dinner together and get to know your travel companions. Once the sun has set, prepare to be amazed by the incredible starry night sky as you drift off in your swag.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Lunch and dinner
Awake to the tranquil sounds of nature and enjoy some breakfast before we head out on the Hills Homestead Walk. This spectacular trek takes us through Pound Gap into the astonishing Wilpena Pound. We’ll follow the Wilpena Creek all the way to Wangara Lookout, where we’ll be rewarded with unforgettable views over Wilpena Pound.
After lunch back at camp we set out on our second hike for the day along the Arkaroo Rock Trail. Here you’ll have the chance to admire some amazing Adnyamathanha rock art and appreciate the incredible views of the Chace Range. In the evening, cool off with a swim in the resort pool, or just relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day three see us travelling towards the Eyre Peninsula, taking in some impressive local art along the way. We’ll call into the Jeff Morgan Gallery for a remarkable 360-degree rendering of the local region, and pass by extraordinary silo work in Cowell. We’ll arrive in Port Lincoln in the afternoon where you can wander around town to explore the “Seafood Capital of Australia”.
Next up we head to Mikkira Station – our unique campsite location and home for the next three nights. Get some photos with some of the 170 or so wild koalas that call the area home then head to the nearby beach for an amazing sunset before dinner.
Accommodation: Swag camping
Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Get ready to hit the waves on day four! We head to Fisheries Bay for a two-hour surf lesson in the sheltered waters. Those not wanting to surf can spend the time exploring or chilling out on the beach. After lunch, we’ll travel along Whaler’s Way to take in the spectacular coastal scenery this part of South Australia is famous for.
In the afternoon, we’ll arrive back at Mikkira Station where you can enjoy the chance to give back to the local koala population. Contribute to the important conservation work at Mikkira Station by clearing weeds or helping to collect, plant or propagate seeds from koala’s favourite food source, manna gum trees (depending on the time of year). Mikkira Station is home to the Eyre Peninsula’s only wild koala population, and your contribution will help protect these vulnerable mammals.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
The Eyre Peninsula is well known for its marine wildlife and on day five, you can choose from two very different ways to interact with the creatures of the sea. Your first option tests the fears of participants on the tour, as you will have the opportunity to swim with wild great white sharks, sea lions and dolphins. These highly recommended tours are optional and can be added for $680 –experiences you will treasure forever.
The second option is to explore some of the stunning beaches and walks in this part of the Eyre Peninsula. We’ll enjoy a hike along part of the Parkalla Trail then head to Coffin Bay National Park to kick back on the sandy white beaches. Foodies will enjoy the chance to taste some of Australia’s most highly regarded oysters straight from the ocean on a Coffin Bay Oyster Farm tour before a stop to sample the local wines at Boston Bay Wines.
We’ll all meet up in time for some unforgettable fish and chips at the Fresh Fish Place before heading back to Mikkira Station for our last night.
Accommodation: Camping
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
On our last day, we’ll pack up camp and head out for our final hike of the tour up Stamford Hill. This challenging hike will reward you with spectacular views over Boston Bay, Port Lincoln and the surrounding Lincoln National Park. We enjoy a BBQ lunch at Arno Bay before boarding a ferry to take us across the Spencer Gulf. Kick back and enjoy the relaxing 2.5 hour journey on the water before we return to dry land at Wallaroo. Admire the rural scenery out the window on the final leg of the journey back to Adelaide before we say goodbye to all our new friends from the Eyre Peninsula and Flinders Range Tour.
Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Related article: Exploring the Eyre Peninsula
Optional Upgrades
Enjoy the opportunity to interact with some of Australia’s most iconic marine wildlife on day five with a shark diving cruise and a cruise to swim with wild sea lions and dolphins. Upgrades are paid on board, but please select the upgrade when you book so we can secure your spot.
$680 per person.
| Location | Address | Time |
| Adelaide Central Bus Station | 85 Franklin St, Adelaide | 6:55am |
| YHA Adelaide Central | 135 Waymouth Street, Adelaide | 6:45am |
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