9 Days | Discover the corner of South Australia where the outback meets the ocean
Welcome to the Eyre Peninsula, where wide open skies give way to inviting coastline and an abundance of wildlife roams freely. Discover the best of this inviting slice of South Australia over nine days with the passionate guidance of a local leader. Travel from Adelaide through arid landscapes to Port Augusta, discover the diversity of the Gawler Ranges National Park, look out for southern right whales at the Head of Bight, snap pictures of the iconic Lake Macdonnell and dine on freshly shucked oysters in Coffin Bay. From scenic outback towns to stunning surf spots, this adventure is sure to be one for the books.
Trip overview
- Start
- Adelaide, Australia
- Finish
- Adelaide, Australia
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- Australia
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- Style
- Original
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- PZSE
- Uncover the diverse flora, fauna and formations of the Gawler Ranges National Park, from salt pans to mountains, gorges and the spectacular Organ Pipes.
- Spend two evenings at the Scotdesco Aboriginal Community, learn about the history of the settlement and what life looks like today, and keep an eye out for southern hairy-nosed wombats!
- Visit the Head of Bight, home to dazzling sand dunes, towering limestone cliffs, and often frequented by southern right whales who use the bight as a breeding ground.
- Marvel at the pink and blue hues of Lake Macdonnell, watch the locals catch waves at the surf mecca of Cactus Beach and chill out in the laidback seaside town of Streaky Bay.
- Experience a working oyster farm with a local farmer, including a hands-on shucking lesson, and taste the freshest oysters you’ve ever tasted, straight out of the water!
- By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Country Needs People. Donations help them support Indigenous land and sea management in Australia. Intrepid will double your impact by dollar-matching all post-trip donations made to The Intrepid Foundation.
- This trip includes time spent travelling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. It’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
- If you are keen to keep exploring South Australia's highlights, you might like to consider our 2-day Kangaroo Island Short Break Adventure or 5-day Kangaroo Island Adventure. Search trip codes PZAI-C and PZSI on our website.
Itinerary
Inclusions
5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners
Private vehicle, Ferry
Hotel (6 nights), Cabin with shared facilities (2 nights)
- Port Augusta - Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens guided tour
- Kimba - Big Galah
- Gawler Ranges National Park - Sturt’s Lake, Yandinga Gorge & Organ Pipes
- Penong - Windmill Museum
- Bookabie - Aboriginal Community Stay
- Head of Bight - Whale Watching Centre
- Penong - Point Sinclair & Cactus Beach
- Penong - Lake Macdonnell (Pink Lake)
- Streaky Bay - Murphy's Haystacks
- Point Labatt - Sea lion colony
- Coffin Bay National Park - Yangie Bay or Point Avoid
- Coffin Bay - Oyster farm experience
- Tumby Bay - Silo Art
- Wudinna - Big Farmer - Free
- Wudinna - Climb Mt Wudinna - Free
- Ceduna - Arts Centre (entry by donation) - Free
Dates and availability
Important notes
START & END TIME & LOCATION
The trip starts in Adelaide with a Welcome Meeting at 8 am on Day 1 at our joining point hotel, and finishes back in Adelaide on Day 9 at our finish point hotel around 6pm. Accommodation is not included on this day but can be booked on request.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
A Single Supplement can be booked if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip, subject to availability. This does not include Days 4 and 5 in Bookabie where you will be matched up with travellers of the same gender. If a single cabin is available for these nights, you may be able to pay locally to have your own accommodation.
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