Flinders Ranges

Tour to Flinders Ranges

Ikara-Flinders Ranges National park is on Adnyamathanha Country.

The scenery in the Flinders Ranges of South Australia (north of Adelaide and south of Lake Eyre) are a classic representation of Australia’s outback.

The arid landscape of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park is covered in hardy gum trees, dried-up creek beds, and eroded hillsides that change color in the morning and evening light. You can climb to the lookout points on the hills and survey the majestic surrounds, the wide-open spaces the homes of kangaroos and cockatoos. It’s an epic landscape and place to be.

The eroded gorges reflect the flood, drought, and flood cycle over the millennia that have taken to carve the landscape. It’s a landscape that has also been inhabited by an Aboriginal population who have left significant rock carvings and named its significant landforms.

Iconic places to visit include Wilpena Pound and Dutchman’s Stern in the Southern area of these ranges. Dutchman’s Stern is a fantastic hike with a rewarding lookout. Wilpena Pound, also known as Ikara, meaning “meeting place” is a natural amphitheater of mountains.

The Adnyamathanha people are traditional owners of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park.

How many days do you need in the Flinders Ranges?

This area has an abundance of wildlife, wilderness, and local aboriginal culture. We recommend 3 days to explore. For those wanting to explore the region the 3 day Flinders Ranges and Outback Tour offers an excellent overview starting and finishing in Adelaide.

We also have our 5-day tour if you want to fully immerse yourself in the area.

On these tours from Adelaide, you will camp in Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, whilst upgrade options are available also on specific tours.

Check out our Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park tours from Adelaide below.