”Arkaroola”
2 day tour - staying 1 night at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary
This Arkaroola tour runs for 2 days - a great way to visit Arkaroola while you are in the Flinders Region - and experience the world famous Ridgetop Tour - but without risking your vehicle on all those dirt roads!
**(Please note: if you wish to lock in a private tour for just 2 passengers - you can do so by paying a 3 person price)
Highlights:
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary (1 nights accom)
Arkaroola Ridgetop Tour
Ikara Flinders Ranges National Park
Bunyeroo Gorge Scenic Drive
Brachina Gorge Geological Trail
Prairie Hotel, Parachilna - (option of Copley Bakery for lunch)
Blinman
Day ONE: Depart 8.00am. We firstly travel through the heart of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park via Bunyeroo Valley & Gorge, then follow Aroona Valley to the spectacular Brachina Gorge and have time to observe the Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby, we continue north ton the western side of the ranges and call in to the Prairie Hotel at Parachilna for some fine cuisine for lunch.
With abundance of wildlife in the area there is a good chance you could see Kangaroos, Euros (Wallaroos), Emus, Parrots and the graceful Wedge Tailed Eagle.
After lunch, sit back and relax, enjoy the scenery as we travel across the Copley Road across remote sheep station properties, the Nepabunna Community, Italowie Gorge (former home to RM Williams) with amazing afternoon light showcasing the scenic views. Continue on through the Gammon Ranges and to the Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary Resort. Founded by Reg & Griselda Sprigg now operated by their son Douglas and Vicki. Check into your Mawson Room, dinner at the Native Pine Restaurant.
Day TWO: Early breakfast before joining the exclusive, world famous, Arkaroola Ridge Top Tour, (Departs reception at 8.00am) travel the rocky roads in customised 4wd vehicles, through creeks, valleys & over the ridges of the Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary, climaxing with an amazing view and some lovely morning tea.
After lunch, return express via Blinman Road, before making our way back to your drop off location. Arriving back at approx. 5.00 to 6.00pm
Departures from:
- Quorn
- Hawker
- Wilpena Resort
- Rawnsley Park Station
- (And other locations by arrangement)
Departs any day by request
(with a minimum of 2 passengers)
subject to guide / tour vehicle availability
**Itinerary details may vary slightly depending on the pick up location and subject to road and weather conditions.
Cost:
$1,450 per person - min 2 passengers
Includes:
- 1 night accommodation at Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary (Mawson Room)
- all meals from morning tea on day 1 to lunch on day 2
- Ridgetop Tour
- All guided 4wd travel
- Pick up and return to your accommodation in the region
**Note: Alcohol is at your own cost - not included in the tour cost
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It is our aim to provide you with an enjoyable and memorable half or full day tour to compliment your stay.
The Flinders Ranges offer everything - wildlife, unique flora and fauna, tranquility, walks, history, unsurpassed views and excellent photo opportunities
It will be our privilege to share them with you
