| The Flinders Ranges in South Australia provide a | | | | paintings. Hear interpretations of the artwork and |
| dramatic departure from the hectic pace of big cities | | | | reflect on the teachings of an Aboriginal creation |
| with an Outback Discovery experience, but it's | | | | story. |
| surprisingly accessible. See the majestic natural | | | | Day 3, travel to Wilpena Pound Wilpena Pound |
| amphitheater of Wilpena Pound, a lost world located | | | | Set out for an early morning tour of a local Ochre Pit |
| inside a giant stone crater. Go driving into the deep | | | | to see the earthy colours of ochre and find out |
| Outback and spend time exploring our legendary | | | | about its traditional uses, enjoy Billy Tea and |
| desert tracks. Or take a scenic flight over the | | | | bushfood for morning tea in a tree lined creek |
| Flinders Ranges. There's hiking trails, places to fossick | | | | (weather permitting) and tour Nepabunna Community |
| for opals, and even a desert golf course with no | | | | where you can meet some locals. |
| grass. | | | | Then proceed to tour Ithala Awi and learn about |
| The Flinders Ranges and Outback covers such a vast | | | | native bushfoods; Visit Balcanoona Rangers' |
| area of South Australia, and so many different | | | | Headquarters and a beautiful gorge to experience |
| environments, it's no surprise that it is one of | | | | remote yet timeless ancient Aboriginal engravings and |
| Australia's richest areas of Aboriginal heritage and | | | | rock etchings, and hear a creation story that explains |
| living culture. | | | | geographical features of the surrounding area while |
| This is a 5-day itinerary I would suggest if you are | | | | you enjoy a picnic lunch. Leave for a Gorge Tour on |
| looking to discover the true Flinders Ranges: | | | | a drive through breath-taking Gorges and view the |
| Day 1, from Adelaide to the Northern Flinders | | | | magnificent geological rock formations and look for |
| Northern Flinders | | | | Yellow-Footed Rock Wallabies and other wildlife. |
| Travel north, from Adelaide, to the Flinders Ranges; | | | | Arrive at Wilpena Pound Resort, settle in and dine at |
| enjoy morning tea on the Pt. Augusta foreshore and | | | | the impressive resort restaurant or perhaps consider |
| visit Wadlata Outback Centre for hands-on | | | | a 30 minute scenic flight. |
| interpretive displays about the history and culture of | | | | Day 4, full day exploring the Wilpena Pound area |
| the Flinders Ranges. | | | | Wilpena Pound |
| Lunch at the historic town of Quorn in the friendly | | | | Enjoy a peaceful walk to Wangarra Look-Out for a |
| Austral Hotel; then pass through the historic town of | | | | spectacular view inside Wilpena Pound. Take a tour |
| Hawker to experience the vast and diverse | | | | to "Old Wilpena Station", enjoy the 'Living With Land' |
| landscapes of the Aussie outback; Continuing north | | | | interpretative trail where you will gain a glimpse of |
| we visit the famous Prairie Hotel at Parachilna for an | | | | isolated pastoral settlement life. (approx.1 or 2 hr rtn |
| afternoon drink. | | | | walk). After this you may want some free time to |
| Pass through the outback towns of Leigh Creek and | | | | relax, have a swim or enjoy a drink in the bar. |
| Copley; check in and relax in tonight's | | | | Day 5, Drive back to Adelaide |
| accommodation. | | | | Before heading back to Adelaide you may want to |
| Day 2, full day sightseeing in the Northern Flinders | | | | visit a local Aboriginal rock art site depicting the |
| Northern Flinders | | | | creation of Wilpena Pound or enjoy a horse trail ride. |
| After breakfast, start the morning drive to visit a | | | | Lunch at the historic town of Hawker and visit the |
| spectacular and secluded Aboriginal engraving and | | | | Wilpena Panorama Gallery to see a magnificent |
| etching site; walk through scenic creek beds and | | | | 360° degree painting of Wilpena Pound and |
| marvel at ancient artwork dating back many | | | | locally produced art, craft and foods. Depart for |
| thousands of years; enjoy your bush foods morning | | | | Adelaide, visit a Cellar Door for a quick wine tasting |
| tea in this timeless location. | | | | on the way home (time permitting). |
| Learn about the early history of the Adnyamathanha | | | | This is just one of many suggested itineraries that |
| people. See the remnants of Mineruta a former | | | | would give a wonderful overview of the real Flinders |
| location of an Aboriginal community. After lunch, we | | | | Ranges. |
| visit an Aboriginal site renowned for its timeless cave | | | | |