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7 Day Flinders Ranges Pack-Free Walk – Life's An Adventure
Highlights
- Explore the ancient geological wonders of the Flinders Ranges, revealing over 600 million years of history.
- Wander through the stunning Wilpena Pound, an enormous amphitheatre showcasing striking contrasts in landscape.
- Discover impressive fossil remains and towering cliffs while learning about the region's epic geological story.
- Enjoy a pack-free experience, allowing you to fully immerse in the breathtaking scenery without the burden of gear.
The Flinders Rangers in outback South Australia is a stunning land of contrasts with its striking centre the enormous crater like amphitheatre known as Wilpena Pound over 100 kilometres wide.
This ancient and dramatic landscape features spectacular rocky gorges, towering cliffs, impressive fossil remains and red weathered peaks over 600 millions years old.
This seven day Pack-Free Walking tour has been carefully designed to showcase the highlights and the best walks of the Flinders Ranges including Wilpena Pound, part of the Heysen Trail, Brachina Gorge as well as giving guests the opportunity to learn about the Flinders Ranges epic geological story.
Itinerary highlights
Adelaide – Mambray Creek – Rawnsley Park Station
We head to Mount Remarkable National Park for a 3km walk to Mambray Creek. This is an easy grade one walk which explore both the natural environment and the remnants of the old Baroota homestead and cemetery. Meander amongst ancient red river gums and native pine forest. Some 117 bird species have been recorded in this area. Afterwards we head to our accommodation at the superb Rawnsley Park Station, nestled at the foot of the giant crater-like Wilpena Pound. Rawnsley Park is a 12,000 hectare working sheep station and our guests will stay in luxury eco villas with stunning views from your verandah over Wilpena Pound. Enjoy time to setlle in, before dinner at the charming Woolshed Restaurant featuring local produce. Dinner is accompanied by local South Australian wine from the Southern Flinders and Clare Valley.
Bunyeroo Gorge walk
Today’s is a great introductory walk to the amazing Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park a 600 million year old landscape. Our walk skirts along the charming Bunyeroo Creek, a watercourse that is often dry but remarkably passes right through the rugged Heysen Range forming Bunyeroo Gorge. This magnificent serene rocky gorge is surrounded by river gums and provides great opportunities for viewing the native wildlife such as the rare Yellow footed rock wallaby. Afterwards enjoy our drive back to Rawnsley Park taking in som amazing lookouts along the way. With some free time to relax at our accommodation or take a dip in the pool to refresh. Tonight indulge in a sensational dinner in the Woolshed Restaurant accompanied with wonderful wines from South Australia.
Black Gap to Wilpena Pound Visitor Centre
Today’s walk offers remarkable views from the southern perimeter of the crater like formation of Wilpena Pound and forms part of the 1200km Heysen Trail. Our walk starts from Black Gap and heads to Bridle Gap which offers spectacular views of the ancient mountain ranges. From here we descend to a picturesque creek walk through forests of pretty red river gums, finishing at the Wilpena Pound Visitor’s Centre. Afterwards we return to our accommodation where you can relax on your verandah and take in the spectacular views. Enjoy dinner and wine tonight in the Woolshed Hotel featuring modern cuising from paddock to plate!
Tanderra Saddle
Today our walk takes us to Tanderra Saddle one of the iconic walks of the Flinders Ranges. This walk is a shorter section of the 9 hour steep St Mary Peak hike, but just as rewarding as if offers spectacular views. The hike begins climbing through forests and as the elevation increases you are rewarded with spectacular view of the Pound, salt lakes and St Marys Peak. From the top of the saddle you will be able to appreciate the huge size of the pound and the surrounding Heysen and ABC ranges . Please note the indigenous Adnyamathanha people request that visitors do not climb St Marys Peak, therefore in respect we only travel to the Tanderra Saddle below. Afterwards we return to our accommodation and enjoy a superb dinner in the Woolshed Restaurant with local wines.
Brachina Gorge, Yulua Circuit and Trezona Loop
Today’s walk takes us to Brachina Gorge with its spectacular ridges of quartzite. Walk into the Aroona Valley. See some ruins of a historic homestead and out onto a ridgeline that offers extensive views over the central Flinders Ranges. Brachina Gorge is extremely picturesque with winding river beds and an abundance of geological formations to marvel at. This gorge is home to the Yellow footed rock wallabies in Australia which can often be seen basking on the rocky outcrops.
Rawnsley Bluff – Helicopter Scenic Flight Wilpena Pound
This walk is a challenging climb to the Wilpena Pound escarpment. but delivers spectacular views into the Pound and south to Chace Range. We start our walk following the creek bed before gradually climbing to Lone Pine Lookout and Rawnsley Bluff. With breathtaking views of inside Wilpena Pound as the distant mountain ranges this walk is a photographer’s paradise. This afternoon enjoy a helicopter flight over Wilpena Pound to get a bird eye view of this immense rocky crater. Tonight we return to the Woolshed restaurant to chat about the day’s adventures enjoying a superb dinner with local wines.
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Life's an Adventure – South Australia Walking Holidays
Discover the breathtaking beauty of South Australia on Life’s An Adventure’s guided walking holidays, designed to showcase the state’s most iconic trails and landscapes.
Each journey is a Pack-Free experience, allowing you to explore with just a daypack while we handle the details. Stay in handpicked accommodation with a touch of luxury, enjoy gourmet meals crafted from local produce, and savour perfectly paired South Australian wines. Their signature WOW-MAZING inclusions ensure your adventure is truly unforgettable.
From the rugged peaks and natural amphitheatre of Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges to the pristine wildlife haven of Kangaroo Island, each walk is an immersion into nature’s wonders. Wander along the coastal scenery of the Heysen Trail on the Fleurieu Peninsula, explore the rolling vineyards and charming towns of the Clare Valley, or take a private group walk on the untamed Yorke Peninsula.
Small-group, fully supported tours are crafted for those who value authentic experiences with exceptional comfort. Whether it’s soaring over the outback on a scenic flight in the Flinders Ranges, sipping world-class wines in the Clare Valley, or spotting seals and kangaroos on Kangaroo Island, you’ll return home with memories that last a lifetime.
Book now and step into the extraordinary!
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