Full day The Painted Desert Tour in Outback South Australia
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Join the Outback Mail Man every Saturday for an expedition through the stunning Painted Desert in Outback South Australia. This one day tour takes you north on the Kempe Road, revealing the Moon Plains, pastoral country, and ultimately the breathtaking Arckaringa Hills. This mesmerising landscape, shaped over millions of years by ancient seas and erosion, boasts vibrant colours, majestic mesas, and unique geological formations. Led by experienced guides, you'll have the opportunity to explore this remote and untouched terrain on foot, immersing yourself in its natural beauty and encountering diverse flora and fauna. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch amidst the scenic hills, providing ample time to appreciate the surroundings and capture unforgettable moments. As we journey back to Coober Pedy, marvel at the Breakaways country, where dramatic land formations contrast against the vast desert backdrop, creating a perfect finale to your adventure.
Inclusions
What's included
- Picnic lunch (main meal + beverage)
- Light dinner pack on-board for early evening (e.g. dip, crackers, fruit, yoghurt, muffin/quiche)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Water refills available on-board the vehicle during the day
- Experienced guide and live commentary
- Snack pack on-board the vehicle during the day
What's not
- Water bottles: please bring your own water bottle, refills are available on board
Itinerary
Starting in Coober Pedy, we head north on an expedition through the stunning Painted Desert in Outback South Australia.
Our tour takes you north on the Kempe Road, revealing the Moon Plains, pastoral country, and ultimately the breathtaking Arckaringa Hills.
Led by experienced guides, you'll have the opportunity to explore this remote and untouched terrain on foot, immersing yourself in its natural beauty and encountering diverse flora and fauna. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch amidst the scenic hills, providing ample time to appreciate the surroundings and capture unforgettable moments.
As we journey back to Coober Pedy, marvel at the Breakaways country, where dramatic land formations contrast against the vast desert backdrop, creating a perfect finale to your adventure.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 4 travellers
- Operated by
- Outback Mail Run South Australia
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Australia, outside the cities
- Its from-price is 25% above the median of the 39 day trips we list in Australia, outside the cities.
- It is longer than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 29 of 39.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
Special offers in Australia, outside the cities
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