Outback, Opals & Flinders Ranges 4WD/Fly
Experience 3 Days
This special Banksia Adventure will provide you with rare access to some of Australia's most sought-after destinations. Touring in the magnificent Flinders Ranges is an experience not to be missed - majestic ranges, rugged scenery and ever changing colour. The changing seasons bring a myriad of textures - in summer, clear blue skies with a purple haze over the mountains. A one-day scenic flight to Andamooka, William Creek and Lake Eyre will add to your Outback experience and an option to fly to Coober Pedy.
City pick up 06:45
Day 1 - of your adventure takes you north into the wine regions of the Clare Valley. On your way, you will travel through historic towns with quaint cottages and historic buildings. At Clare, you have an opportunity to visit one of the boutique wineries in this region. The legendary lilac haze of the Flinders Ranges, loom ever closer in the distance. You are now in the habitat of Australia's famous wildlife - not only kangaroos and emus live here in abundance, but also many species of birds and reptiles. From here, your driver/guide will continue the tour in to the heart of the Flinders Ranges through vast sheep station country. There will an opportunity to stop at one of the Ghost Towns for some stories and photos. Wilpena Pound Resort is your destination tonight, providing access to glorious walking trails and excellent accommodation.
O/N- Wilpena Pound Resort
Day 2 - Board your aircraft for your adventure flight, which will give you a perfect view of Wilpena Pound, the Heysen, ABC, Chase and Elder Ranges to name a few. Your flight takes you over Lake Torrens to the world famous Opal-mining town of Andamooka for a short tour (Coober Pedy option available). This town is Opal mining in its rare form. During the interpretive Opal Tour you will be dazzled with colour and gain a better understanding the life of an Opal miner. Your plane then leaves for the quirky township of William Creek for lunch and a cold Aussie beer. Don't get too comfortable because it's time again to board your aircraft for the next adventure. Fly over Australia's largest salt lake, Lake Eyre. Gradually, in the distance, the Flinders Ranges rise out of the vast plains of the desert back to your accommodation for the evening at Wilpena Pound Resort.
O/N- Wilpena Pound Resort
Day 3 - after your second night at Wilpena Pound, your expert guide will take you through some of the most unforgettable scenery in Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges, to the western side of the ranges. Travel through Pichi Richi Pass, following the historic Old Ghan Railway line back up into the high country, which provides a splendid panoramic view over the Spencer Gulf. Now, as you have the waters of the gulf on one side and the magnificent ranges on the other, you travel back towards Adelaide. The journey past historic ports provides an opportunity to reflect on the importance of this trade route in by-gone days. Arriving back in Adelaide, you will have experienced both the wildlife and diverse landscape that is Australia.
Tour departs Adelaide daily at 07:00 and returns at approximately 18:00 on the last day
Tour Includes:
2 days escorted 4WD touring
2 nights accommodation at Wilpena Pound Resort (B&B)
Scenic flight to Andamooka, William Creek & Lake Eyre
All morning teas and lunches
All park entry fees
Complimentary pick up and set down in Adelaide metropolitan area
SPECIAL NOTE:
LUGGAGE IS RESTRICTED TO ONE OVERNIGHT BAG PER PERSON
Minimum PAX for departure: 2
AIR CHARTER TOURS
All tours utilising air charter are to be paid 14 days prior to departure.
COOBER PEDY OPTION available in place of Andamooka on day 2
DEPARTURE DATES :
DEPARTS DAILY (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY)
UNAVAILABLE FOR DEPARTURE ON GOOD FRIDAY & CHRISTMAS DAY.
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