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Flinders Ranges Outback to Flinders Chase Kangaroo Island
7 Day Accommodation Tour

Day 1
Depart Adelaide 8.00am and travel to Wilpena Pound through the country towns of the Clare Valley home of the Riesling Trail on to Spalding , Jamestown for a quick pub lunch and away we go, Orroroo, Carrieton, Cradock stopping as required for photo opportunities to arrive at the Historic Hawker.

After a refreshing stop we continue on to Wilpena Pound and settle in to our accommodation.
Taking advantage of our daylight we step back in time and visit Old Wilpena Station Homestead and visit Cazenaux tree with time for stunning sunset photo’s. Overnight Accommodation Wilpena Resort (L,D)

(Note: May be add extra day for Clare Valley Wine Tasting ( Day 0 )

Wilpena Pound - Flinders Ranges National Park

Day 2
We start our day after a early breakfast with a walk to historical Hills homestead via sliding rock along Wilpena creek. Wangarra Lookout will give you panoramic views of Wilpena pound. Swapping our walking shoes for the 4wd, we take you on a picturesque drive through Moralana valley which lies between the South West wall of Wilpena Pound and the Elder Ranges. Spotting native animals along the way, we forge across & along creeks (Maybe even with water).

After some highway time we stop at the renowned Prairie Hotel at Parachilna to indulge in some “flinders feral food”,wild fruits, kangaroo fillet, emu eggs or perhaps wallaby stir fry. After lunch we continue our tour to Brachina Gorge, Bunyroo valley, Stokes hill lookout, and return via Wilpena solar station. Overnight Accommodation Wilpena Resort (B,L,D)

Day 3
Unfortunately our time in the Flinders Ranges and Outback closes and prepare for our return to Adelaide today, we look forward to our Kangaroo Island tour as our adventure continues.

Wait a minute where not quite done with this region yet! For today we step back in time and explore this ancient land a little more. As we leave Wilpena Pound and journey south wards via Hawker. Along the way we visit Yourumbulla caves with some excellent examples of aboriginal rock paintings and soon discovering Kanyaka ruins and old wheat property dating back to 1851.

As we head home we stop at Historic Quorn, home of South Australia’s famous Pichi Richi Railway.

In Pt Augusta we visit the, Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens, for a 1 hour tour. At 1.45 pm sharp we depart the Pt Augusta area for our return to Adelaide via Pt Wakefield for a quick rest stop we continue our return to arrive approx 5.30 pm to our city Accommodation (B,L)

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Day 4
After a relaxing breakfast we depart our city accommodation and set of for Cape Jervis to meet our Ferry Departure off 12 noon for a 45 min crossing. After our arrival in Penneshaw Kangaroo Island we have –

Enjoy more Options at this point - Choose upon booking

  1. Travel to Cape Willoughby Historical Light house for a Guided Tour. With lots see on way to American River we stop at Prospect Hill for the Fit & Health Challenge of 512 steps to top, with spectacular views all around. With our challenge done we arrive at Kangaroo Island Lodge for our dinner and Nocturnal Tour. Overnight accommodation (D only)
  2. With lots see on way to our accommodation in American River we divert via Prospect Hill to Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Craft & Gallery and around the corner is the Clifford Honey Farm, with the best honey ice cream in SA. With our off road adventure only starting we arrive at Kangaroo Island Lodge for our dinner and Nocturnal Tour. Overnight Accommodation (D only)

Day 5
Kangaroo Island is larger than we think so with this in mind we depart after a early breakfast an travel 70 minutes to arrive at Seal Bay for our personalised beach tour, here we see the rare breading colony of Australian Sea-Lions, after morning tea and gift shopping done.

We stop off a Little Sahara and briefly explore the moving dunes. With the tummy rumbling is time for lunch and be inspired by the Birds of Prey see Wedge Tail Eagles in flight.

Enjoy more Options at this point ---Choose upon booking

  1. Miss Birds of Prey and continue on to Kelly Hill caves for the 2:15pm Adventure Caving Tour ***Cost Not Included
  2. Continue on to Kelly Hill caves for the 3:15pm General Cave Tour (Included)
  3. Enjoy Outdoor activities ie : Quad Bike Eco Tour ***Cost Not Included POA

With our activities completed we head to the Koala Walk at see koala’s in there natural Habitat. As the sun goes down we stop at the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Retreat. After a fabulous dinner you view the animals for your courtyard veranda Accommodation (B,L) (Dinner Ala Carte is own choice & Not Included).

Flinders Chase

Day 6
Wow our world win tour continues as today we reach our destination at the southern tip of Kangaroo Island is Flinders Chase National Park this morning we visit Remarkable Rocks, with wind swept sculptured bolders. Next stop is Weirs Cove a once hostile environment and supply base for Cape Du Couedic lighthouse. Down the hill we discover the spectacular Admirals Arch a natural wonder sculptured by the sea. View NZ Fur seals frolicking in the surf or resting on the rocks.

With time running away from us we leave the National Park. Travelling and in some cases back tracking we arrive at Marron Café for a light Lunch and with the Two Wheeler Creek Wines write next door we may never leave. From lunch and it’s off to Parndana Wildlife Park, See it all here up close and personal.

Enjoy more Options at this point ---Choose upon booking

  1. If you like sheep you will love Island Pure Sheep Dairy yes people Cheese from sheeps milk,
    Fried Haloumi Cheese is fantastic.
  2. Travel via Kingscote to the Reeves Point Historical site and around the corner is the Bay of Shouls Winery for some more tastings.

Returning to American River and staying at Kangaroo Island Lodge once again for our Ala Carte dinner and overnight Accommodation. (B,L,D)

Client Departure Option
For International and Interstate Clients to make flights connection or other service this is an option; YOU depart from Kingscote Airport at 6.30 pm to Arrive Adelaide 7.15 pm. Tour ends. Additional cost may apply POA.

Day 7
With our departure time close we have options to concider

  1. Client Departure Option
  2. One last event to see a Pelican Feeding 8:45am by the staff of Kangaroo Island Lodge then we depart for Penneshaw for our 10:30 am Ferry departure. We travel from Cape Jervis to Adelaide Tour concludes 1:00pm (Standard & Super Tour Options )(B) and then Client Departure Option
  3. You depart via Kingscote Airport at 8.30am to Arrive Adelaide 9:45am. Tour ends. Additional cost will apply POA.

From your tour guide a personal Note:
We hope the experience and adventure we can share with you in these two famous regions will inspired you to join us on our next tour.

We thank you for Viewing our Super tour
The Flinders Ranges, Outback to Flinders Chase, Kangaroo Island with You Toucan Tour.

Accommodation Tour Details
Code Days Planned Dates Adult p/p Cons p/p Child U14
YTT FLKI 7

Departs 4th Monday of the month or by arrangement please contact us for other departures.

From $3,150 $POA

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1 August 2008 --31 June 2009

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