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Few places in the world compare to the Flinders Ranges and Outback.
The Flinders Ranges & Outback region of South Australia provides an abundance of attractions
and experiences that be enjoyed by staying any of the
7 Bed & Breakfast
and Farmstay
accommodation options we provide.
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Covering more than 80% of the State. Discover its diversity, it's beauty, startling colour, amazing wildlife. A place where the power of the Aboriginal Dreamtime is strong, where precious opal gems lie hidden in a moonscape of red rock, and where the word ‘adventure’ has real meaning. The Flinders Ranges and Outback is:
- Fossicking for beautiful gemstones.
- Frontier towns.
- Bushwalking tracks in huge landscapes.
- The pink parallel dunes of the Simpson Desert.
- Ancient ranges steeped in Aboriginal legend.
- Bird-filled lakes in the middle of the desert.
- Pretty multi-coloured rocks and stones.
- The easy pace and freedom of travel.
- The silence, space and sheer beauty of the Outback.
- Enjoy walking in and exploring the Flinders Ranges near Melrose.
- Camp out under the stars.
- Discover the outback on a 4WD or camel trek tour.
- 'Noodle' for opals in Coober Pedy or Andamooka.
A Flinders Ranges and outback holiday gives you beauty on a massive scale and mateship in the smallest pubs.
The Flinders Ranges covers more than 80 per cent of South Australia. From the red parallel dunes of the Simpson Desert, to gulf water cruises in the south, the Flinders Ranges is a place of contrasts. You'll find ancient ranges steeped in Aboriginal legend, bird filled lakes in the middle of the desert and unique, outback towns. There is the history of heroic pioneers, who built the Overland Telegraph and the Old Ghan railway.
What’s it like? Be a postie for the day on the Outback Mail Run and discover the outback life.
The Flinders Ranges is one of Australia's National Landscapes - a place of great natural and cultural significance.
You'll find great attractions in the Flinders Ranges. Take the time to discover your favourites.
Port Augusta:
Travel into our big backyard. Be welcomed to the outback at Port Augusta's Wadlata Outback Interpretive Centre. Take a water cruise at the Arid Lands Botanic Gardens and follow in the wake of Matthew Flinders, the first European explorer in the area.
Pichi Richi Railway:
Ride the Pichi Richi Railway between Port Augusta and Quorn, relaxing in timber carriages. Pass pretty scenery in the Central Flinders Ranges. Take a guided tour of the railway workshop in Quorn.
Wilpena Pound and Lake Eyre:
Take an unforgettable scenic flight across the amazing Flinders Ranges and outback region. The scale and beauty of these amazing landscapes will take your breath away.
Parachilna's Prairie Hotel:
Join a growing number of celebrities for a night of gourmet "Flinders’ feral food" at the famed Prairie Hotel in Parachilna.
Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary:
Be blown away by some of the most spectacular scenery in Australia and look out for rare flora and fauna on Arkaroola's famed four wheel drive (4WD), Ridgetop.
Coober Pedy:
Visit a beautiful underground church. Play golf on a course without grass. Noodle for opals and keep what you find in the world's opal capital.
Outback safety:
South Australia's outback is vast and isolated, with few towns and facilities. Stay safe and plan well to ensure your holiday is enjoyable.
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