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Flinders Ranges – 7 Day 4wd Tag Along Tour

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• Flinders Ranges, South Australia
• Driver/Vehicle – $1,499
• Passenger – $499
• Passenger 12 & under – $299

$ 1,499.00

Description

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Flinders Ranges 4WD Tag Along Tour offers a thrilling and immersive adventure through one of Australia’s most stunning landscapes. This tour is specifically tailored for 4WD enthusiasts who want to explore the rugged terrain and breath-taking beauty of the Flinders Ranges.

The Flinders Ranges is renowned for its awe-inspiring geological formations, vast open plains, deep gorges, and rich Aboriginal cultural heritage. This tour is designed to cater to different skill levels, ensuring that both novice and experienced 4WD drivers can enjoy the adventure.

In addition to the exhilarating driving experience, the tour also offers opportunities for bushwalking, wildlife spotting, and stargazing. The Flinders Ranges is home to a diverse range of plant and animal species, including emus, kangaroos, and wedge-tailed eagles.

Accommodation during the tour is camping, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Flinders Ranges.

This tour will kick off in Peterborough, South Australia from where will head into the Flinders Ranges via Craddock, where you will see the sun set over the Ranges. During this 6 day tour you we will take you to privately owned stations, the spectacular Wilpena Pound, the historic mining town of Blinman, and into Arkaroola and the the Gammon Ranges.  You will be camping both on and off grid during this tour.

Overall, the Flinders Ranges 4WD Tag Along Tour is an unforgettable journey that offers a unique blend of adventure, exploration, and appreciation for the stunning landscapes of the Flinders Ranges. Whether you’re a seasoned off-roader or a first-time adventurer, this tour promises an unforgettable experience.

This tour will finish up at Hawker, South Australia.

Locations & Tracks

• Historic Blinman
• Wilpena Pound
• Willow Springs
• Mount Little Station with private tour
• Mount Chambers Gorge
• Glass Gorge
• Parachilna Gorge

What’s Included:

• Welcome Dinner
• Farewell Dinner
• Copper Mine Tour
• Morning Tea at Blinman
• Astronomy Experience (weather permitting)
• Station Tours
• Camping Fees
• National Park fees
• Experienced guides with a fully equipped vehicle
• Satellite communications for emergencies
• Photography and videography package of your vehicle tackling the tracks

This tour is self-cater with the exception of the first and last night.

Camper trailers permitted after discussion.

Sorry, no domestic pets allowed due to entering National Parks.

FREE pre and post trip inspections in our workshop for each vehicle registered for the trip. Inspections must be booked with the shop.

What to bring

• Basic Recovery Gear (Snatch strap, shackles etc)
• UHF Radio – 80 Channel (Car mounted or portable)
• Camping gear (Tent, Swag etc)
• Camp Chairs
• Changes of clothes for the time we’re away
• Food and drinks
• Cooking Equipment
• Enough water and drinks for you and your passengers for the duration of the trip
• Hats and sunscreen
• A detailed packing list will be provided to customers booked on tour.

Enough fuel capacity for around 500km of driving between stops. There will be access to fuel along the way.

Vehicle/driver suitability

This tour is suitable for standard 4WD and AWD vehicles, and you are welcome to bring your off-road camper trailer along for comfort.

This an easy to moderate trip in terms of difficulty, participating drivers should have some previous 4WD experience before joining this trip. All drivers must be licensed and vehicles must be registered and in roadworthy condition with comprehensive vehicle insurance.

BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL ON THIS TRIP

• Only booked customers will be permitted to join us on the trip.
• This trip will be strictly limited to 10 vehicles.

*Tracks and access to some attractions may become limited due to weather, track closures or other conditions which may make access to a particular area unsafe or unsuitable. In these instances we have backup routes to use with alternate attractions.

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Flinders Ranges National Park Tours & Holidays

From weathered peaks to rocky gorges, get lost in the magic of Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park

Taking the top spot for the largest mountain range in South Australia , the Flinders Ranges were naturally created over 800 million years ago and have been home to the traditional owners, the Adnyamathanha people, for tens of thousands of years. Explore stunning valleys, gorges, and creeks while uncovering stories of these ancient landscapes on a hiking adventure . Get up close to the region's unique wildlife and unusual Outback flora in Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary . Or meet an Adnyamathanha guide to learn about their culture, history and connection to the land at a family-run cultural centre.

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Do i need a covid-19 vaccine to join an intrepid trip.

Trips from 1 January 2023 onwards

From 1 January 2023, Intrepid will no longer require travellers to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 (excluding all Polar trips and select adventure cruises).

However, we continue to strongly recommend that all Intrepid travellers and leaders get vaccinated to protect themselves and others.

Specific proof of testing or vaccination may still be required by your destination or airline. Please ensure you check travel and entry requirements carefully.

How to get to the Flinders Ranges?

Our Flinders Ranges trips start in Adelaide, the capital of South Australia. There are daily flights into Adelaide from most major cities in Australia.

From Adelaide, the only way to get to the Flinders Ranges is to drive (if you're not joining us on a small group adventure, that is). The park is remote, and you'll struggle to get there without a car. The drive from Adelaide takes about 5.5 hours.

A four-wheel drive is recommended, as many roads in the park are steep, unpaved and uneven.

What is the weather like in the Flinders Ranges?

The Flinders Ranges sits in a semi-arid climate zone with seasonal weather variation. Summers are hot with temperatures as high as 40°C in January and February, while winters are mild.

Although rainfall is sporadic, there's a higher chance of rain in winter and autumn.

Ground frost is common on winter mornings, and it has been known to snow at Wilpena Pound and Blinman, although it's extremely rare.

When is the best time to visit the Flinders Ranges?

The best time to visit the Flinders Ranges is from May to October when the weather is warm (but not too hot), dry and sunny. There is a chance of experiencing some rain during these months, but it's unlikely to disrupt your trip.

The summer can be oppressively hot, and the high temperatures can make hiking and spending long periods outdoors unsafe.

What do I pack for a trip to the Flinders Ranges?

What to pack largely depends on what time of the year you're travelling and the activities you'll be doing. During the warmer months, bring shorts/leggings, t-shirts and a loose shirt to cover your shoulders in direct sunlight. You'll also need a hat and sunglasses.

During the winter months, make sure you bring warmer layers, including a down jacket and a beanie for those chilly winter mornings.

If you plan on hiking, be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes, a day bag and a reusable water bottle.

What are the driving times like in the Flinders Ranges?

Australia is a big place, so tours in the Flinders Ranges can involve a lot of time on the road covering long distances. Services can be limited, so bring snacks and a book or tunes to keep you company. Or you can sit back and enjoy the scenery and keep an eye out for eagles, emus and other local wildlife along the way.

What is mobile coverage like in the Flinders Ranges?

Mobile phone service is fairly good in the Flinders Ranges, especially at your booked accommodation. However, as in any national park, phone service will be patchy in places and may even drop out.

Visitor centres in the park have wi-fi, but prepare to disconnect if you're camping or going on long hikes.

Who are the traditional owners of the Flinders Ranges?

The traditional custodians of the Ikara-Flinders Ranges are the Adnyamathanha people. They have lived on these lands for tens of thousands of years and have a deep connection to Country.

As you explore the national park, you'll see ancient rock paintings and carvings that tell the creation stories of the landscape and the history of its people.

The Ikara-Flinders National Park is now co-managed by the Adnyamathanha people and representatives from the Department of Environment, Water, and Natural Resources.

How safe are Flinders Ranges walking trips?

Your safety is our number one priority, so we don't cut corners. Ever. All our leaders are adequately qualified, experienced and insured, and we only hike on well-settled trails. If the local authorities tell us it’s not advisable to walk specific trails, then we won’t.

If the weather isn't looking good, we'll change our plans. If the trail is too busy, we'll turn around and hike elsewhere. It's as simple as that.

How fit do I need to be to walk the Flinders Ranges?

The Flinders Ranges features plenty of walking trails over varied terrain, so these trips are best suited to travellers with a good level of mobility. Our walking trips in the Flinders Ranges have a high physical rating so training in the lead-up to your trip is recommended.

Before joining the trip, ensure you have the appropriate footwear and, if you feel like you'll need them, a set of walking poles. 

What are the styles of walking trips in the Flinders Ranges?

All of our walking trips in the Flinders ranges are point-to-point style, meaning you'll start and end in different locations. You'll walk between two and 15 kilometres per day.

Are Intrepid trips accessible for travellers with disabilities?

We are committed to making travel widely  accessible , regardless of ability or disability. We do our best to help you see the world, regardless of physical or mental limitations. 

We are always happy to talk to travellers with disabilities and see if we can help guide them toward the most suitable itinerary for their needs and, where possible, make reasonable adjustments to our itineraries.

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3-day Flinders Ranges and Outback Small Group Tour

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This is an exciting, small group tour in the famous Flinders Ranges.

You will see the incredible rock formation of Wilpena Pound and the Ranges themselves. This tour includes an abundance of wildlife, wilderness, local aboriginal artworks and culture as well as multiple accommodation options, from sleeping under the stars, camping in a tent to luxury eco villas.

The tour includes: Flinders Ranges National Park, Mambray Creek National Park, the historic outback town of Quorn, Warrens Gorge Conservation Park, the Willochra Plains, Ancient Aboriginal Art Sites, Rawnsley Park Station, Wilpena Pound, Elder Ranges, Bunyeroo and Brachina Gorges, Melrose (the oldest town in the Flinders Ranges) and the Clare Valley for wine tasting.

You’ll search for the rare Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby, see an abundance of Kangaroos, Emus and Wedge Tailed Eagles, visit ancient Aboriginal cave paintings, meet the locals and enjoy camp fires and camp cooking.

Tour highlights:

• Quorn/Old Ghan Railway Station
• Warren Gorge Conservation Park
• Flinders Ranges National Park
• Wilpena Pound (Ikara)
• Brachina Gorge
• Ediacaran fossils
• Bunyeroo Gorge
• Clare Valley
• Bushwalking (optional)

Included in the Small Group Tour:

• Complimentary pick-up and drop off in Adelaide
• Professional, accredited tour guide/driver
• Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
• 2 x lunches, 2 x breakfasts, dinners and one lunch at own cost
• All site visits as per the itinerary
• 2 x nights' accommodation 
• Prices quoted are for standard motel rooms. Superior room (2495 AUD p.p or 2595 AUD single)

Not included in the tour:

• Travel insurance
• Anything not mentioned in 'included'

Slow Tours offers a number of other Tours in the Australia Pacific Reg ion

Adelaide Pick up to Flinders Ranges

Commence your wilderness journey heading north via the old coastal towns of Port Wakefield and Port Germein, which boasts the longest wooden jetty in the Southern Hemisphere. During the safari your Tour Guide will introduce you to a remarkable and resilient history of both Aboriginal and white settlement in S.A.

Be amazed by the beauty of the Southern Flinders Ranges, 600 million year old mountain peaks and spectacular views over Spencer Gulf. Travel through the picturesque Pichi Richi Pass to the historic township of Quorn. With its typical outback buildings and the original Ghan Railway station, Quorn has been the setting for many iconic Australian films.

Follow in the path of our early explorers driving to Warren Gorge Conservation Park to search for rare and elusive Yellow-Footed Rock Wallabies. Dramatic rock outcrops harbour these endangered wallabies with only an estimated 8,000 living in the wild. Sit back in the comfortable, fully equipped 4WD vehicle as we head along the remote tracks through the deserted Willochra Plains where eagles soar and emus run free. Meals: (L) (D). Accommodation near Wilpena Pound (Picnic lunch included, dinner at own expense)

Flinders Ranges

This morning after a hearty breakfast, our expert guide will drive you on a wonderful journey to the spectacular Bunyeroo Gorge, visiting secluded areas of great natural beauty. Explore the ever changing creek beds of Brachina Gorge. This is an area alive with wildlife and boasts a remarkable geological history including Ediacaran fossils dating back millions of years. World-renowned South Australian painter, Sir Hans Heysen was inspired by this country and painted many of his landscapes here.

After a scrumptious picnic lunch, immerse yourself in the ancient landscape. Take that special photograph from Razor Back Lookout or just enjoy some of the most spectacular outback scenery Australia has to offer. Wildlife including Kangaroos, Emus and Wedge tailed Eagles are prolific in this rugged terrain and are usually spotted in abundance in the late afternoon. Meals: (Breakfast included, lunch included, dinner at own epense) Accommodation near Wilpena Pound

Options: 1) Self-guided early morning bushwalk following the tree-lined creek beds to Wangara Lookout. 2) Wilpena Pound Scenic Flights. (265 AUD - 2023. Please contact us for details)

Come along on an early morning bush walk that will take us to a rock art site, extremely significant to the Adnyamathanha. Aboriginal people have been present here for thousands of years and have left artwork in the overhangs of the cliffs.

Spend a relaxing morning travelling back to Adelaide along the Eastern side of the magnificent Flinders Ranges with its mighty Red Gum forests. The land will change into lush expanses of natural rural beauty as we head south. Enjoy a break in the world-famous Clare Valley wine region.

No doubt you will leave with life-long memories to share with family and friends about your journey to the Flinders Ranges & Outback Australia. Meals: (Breakfast included, lunch at own expense)

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Northern Flinders Ranges – Tag along Tour

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Yellow Footed Rock Wallabies on our Flinders Ranges Tours

Gnarly 4WDriving in the Northern Flinders Ranges!

4 Day Tag along Tour

Tag Along Tour – $900.00  (incl. GST) Per vehicle – 2 people (Additional costs for extra adults or children)

Northern Flinders Ranges

Degree of Difficulty

Moderate to Advanced 4WDriving

Accommodation

Arkaroola – Caravan Park with Amenities.

• Arkaroola – Hotel Accommodation available at an additional cost
• Swags, Tents, Camper Trailers, Caravans & Motor homes can use and get into the bush camping area
• Arkaroola restaurant available if required

Camping & 4WD Track fees included

Approximate Distance

950km's (approx) including 4WD tracks (from Adelaide)

Maximum Vehicle No’s

6 vehicles – Tag Along Tour Component

Closing Date

Trip Details

To take advantage of the full 4 days, it is suggested that you are packed and ready to go on the day of departure, or if you can stay at the Quorn Caravan Park on the day prior to departure, even better. Quorn is approximately 4hr (336km) drive from Adelaide. Please let us know what your expected arrival time will be so we can book your camp site (powered or unpowered) if required (Additional Cost).

We depart Quorn at 10.00am (or a time that suits you if you’re coming from Adelaide this morning) and head to Arkaroola, where we will set up camp in the caravan park and get settled in for the next 2 days so we can explore this magnificent part of the Flinders Ranges.

We leave camp and head west to explore Old Bolla Bollana Smelters, through the remnants of the Wheal Turner Mine and then out to the ruins of the Yudnamutana Mine. We return in the afternoon via Tourmaline Hill and back to camp.

On our third day we depart camp and pass through the Jasper Twins and onto to visit Stubbs Waterhole. From there we follow part of the Mt Jacobs track. After we return to camp, for those who wish to partake in bushwalking or photography activities,  the Acacia Ridge Walk is recommended.

We depart camp to explore more of the northern Flinders Ranges as we pass through the Puttapa Gap, with it's significance to the Old Ghan Railway Line and then on to the historic township of Beltana. We explore the town's buildings and will give you a detailed history as we drive around. We then head south along the western side of Wilpena Pound as we make our way back to Quorn before nightfall.

Price includes all 4WD track fees and Bush camping fees

Price: $900.00 / vehicle / 2 people (Tag Along Tour)

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Kookaburra Tagalong Tours offer some of Australia’s premier outback 4WD experiences. Ranging from one day excursions out of Brisbane, to extended outback expeditions across the country; our tagalong tours deliver unrivalled adventure.

Why Choose Kookaburra Tagalong Tours?

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Choose one of many flexible itineraries.

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Satellite phone & EPIRB capabilities for emergency use.

Gain access to stunning local communities & cultural experiences.

All permits & camping costs included.

We are a family owned and operated business and our team members all share a genuine passion for exploring the great outdoors. With 60 years of combined 4WDing experience, our guides endeavour to achieve the highest level of professionalism, expertise, and safety in all aspects of touring.

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Testimonials

Thank you Ross for helping us to achieve reaching the tip of Australia, the helicopter ride over the tip. With out your help we would not had the best holiday. We will talk about this trip and what we achieved for years to come. Looking forward to our next adventure with you Peter & Sandra 10 out 10 from us

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This was a magical tour, with two competent guides, who always made us feel safe in their hands. We didn't just have a holiday or an adventure in the desert but we also learned how to be better drivers. This was such a different experience than any other, I recommend it and I would totally do it again. The landscape was breathtaking, the sunsets astonishing, the wildlife magistic , the wildflowers stunning, but it was the friendships we made that will make the lasting memories. The tour guides made everyone feel like part of their family, welcoming and relaxed and genuine. Ross now knows how to make damper in the camp oven, so be sure to ask him for his world famous desert damper.

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Simpson & Beyond

Review written as a passenger on the July/August 2023 Simpson and Beyond 16-day tour. Firstly, thanks Ross and Kenny for running this tour as 4 vehicles had to pull out and it left a group of 6 people to attempt the Simpson. Hopefully the small number travelling and faster drive times with less tows made up for the jinx amongst us who caused 3 tyre issues. There were other issues with the Lead vehicles and both Kenny and Ross displayed the skills to repair the vehicles enough to get to a mechanic. I hope that this trial run ironed out any problems likely on the 2 Madigan Line tours that followed. K & R say that it takes about 6 sand dunes before the tagalongs feel confident to tackle the dunes on their own. But at all times the guys are giving advice as to the direction the dunes turn once on the top. Safety is a big issue and they call the tagalongs through once the lead vehicle is on the flat over the dunes. Interesting to understand the protocol of calling through to any vehicles in the area once going through marker points in the Simpson. We were offered an alternative pick-up point which was appreciated as the town had more flights and more to see while waiting for the tour to start. As we were such a small group and were ready, we left a day earlier so got a 17-day tour which was handy with a 2 night stop at Mt Dare to do repairs and rest before going on to Alice Springs. As passengers, most meals are included bar a few pub meals at own cost. Ross and I did a ‘fast’ shop getting food items specifically that my husband and I wanted to eat. Choose wisely as lunch stops are short and on the go which enabled early arrivals into camp most days. Evening meals were of a meat and 3 vegetable style with a sauce accompanying it, healthy and filling. Suggest taking along a thermal mug or small thermos as the kettle is usually only boiled in the morning. The stretcher with swag on top was comfortable to get into and out of, if not much room to do anything, like reading, once inside it. Suggest taking along a device to play music or podcasts. The provided toilet tent for out in the desert was appreciated and with only 6 people there was never much of a wait time. We were lucky enough to see about 50 camels (in 3 groups) and 30 emus (in one group) plus the wildflowers in fields of colours were wonderful. We also appreciated that the tour went on many different roads/lines in the area so had the opportunity to visit many lookouts and sites. Ross and Kenny both were very obliging to any needs we had as far as stopping to take photographs or logistics once we were on foot in towns. Highly recommend Kookaburra Tagalong Tours as an option for a passenger and look forward to possibly doing another tour in 2025. V (and B)

Vicki & Ben

This trip has it all. If you love getting off the blacktop and getting back to nature, this trip is for you. There are hidden gems, spectacular scenery, towns that ooze country charm, mountains, rolling hills, valleys, rivers and creeks, and good old Aussie country pubs. History for the history buffs, and flora and fauna for nature lovers all mixed in with endless photo opportunities as you travel along roads and tracks few get to see. All at a leisurely pace and to top it off, your guide is the best you will ever get to travel with; what Tiny doesn’t know isn’t worth knowing.

Madigan 2023

Kookaburra Tagalong Tours We have just finished a tagalong tour crossing of the Simpson Desert Munga Thirri in Australia. We hired 4WD vehicles and joined Koolaburra Tagalong Tours. We crossed Birdsville to Mt Dare then up to Old Andado then back across via the Madigan line to Birdsville. Kookaburra Tagalong were absolutely fantastic, highly recommend. We had a great group. Just get out there and do it. Steve & Deborah

Steve & Deborah

What a blast! We undertook the Kookaburra Tours tag-a-long tour of the Simpson desert in August '23. The guides were incredibly warm, capable and trustworthy of getting us out of any strife in the dunes should it have occurred. The breathtakung sun rises and sunsets, the fond memories of sitting by night camp fires beneath glowing stars telling yarns to each other, the long lasting friendships made with other members in tbe group, the beautiful and varied wildflowers, the excitement we all experienced with seeing dingoes and other wildlife, and the endearing stories told through the eyes of our dear mascots kooka and emu.... a must do for anyone seeking adventure in the vast Australian outback. We will carry those fond memories with us forever and extend many thanks to Ross and Kenny for their amazing organisation and leadership. We'll be back! Tania & Elaine

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Simpson 2023

It's the great friendship between Ross and Ken that sets the relaxed casual mood for a wonderful crossing of the Simpson Desert, which we have just completed, with these principals of Kookaburra Tagalong Tours. Having no experience in desert driving, nor sand dune crossing, we appreciated Ross and Ken's pre-trip advice and assurances in the preparation of our vehicle. During the actual crossing, knowing that Ross and Ken had prepared all official passes, identified campsites, had emergency equipment and contact capability available, combined with their wealth of practical knowledge and experience, allowed us to relax and enjoy the excitement and scenic beauty of this rarely seen part of Australia. Thankyou to both of you and all the best in your future tours, Gail and Noel

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Anzac & Pub Tour 2023

We had the pleasure recently of travelling with Kookaburra Outback Tours on their Pub and Anzac Tour and visited a variety of different places including Cunnamulla, Tibooburra , Broken Hill and others. The experience was great and we learned of the history of the towns at the stopovers, learned a lot about the opal mines and the resilience of the miners and had fun with the rest of the team over the campfires at night and also learned some of their stories which were also very interesting. We were impressed by the caring nature of the guides towards the travellers especially when there was a need (and there were a couple). Everyone should see more of Australia! Gary & Cheryl

Gary & Cheryl

Could not asked for more

We travelled across the Simpson Desert to Mount Dare & back to Birdsville via the Madigan Line. We were expertly guided by Kookaburra tours under the guidance of Kenny & Ross. We could not have asked for more from them. We left Birdsville on the 11 Aug, returning Saturday 20. with a total of 11 cars chasing each other. It was enjoyable to have the company of others as we endured what the desert had to offer. Thanks Ross

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Would do it again

Went across the Simpson with them the wife and I had a great time. Great outfit and they look after you. Ross and Kenny are great would do it again no drama at all

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My recent Kookaburra Tagalong tour of Arnhem Land and Kakadu was a bucket list trip which was made completely enjoyable by Ross and Kenny. Ross was able to be flexible and adaptable when dealing with issues that were encountered on the trip such as rain that was unexpected during the dry season. He was vey adept at reorganising and rescheduling to suit changing conditions. Kenny is a most capable right hand man and together with Ross make a formidable team. I would not hesitate to recommend Kookaburra Tagalong tours for those wishing to experience the outback in a safe and friendly environment. Ron

Highly Recommended

Highly recommended I just completed the 11 day Madigan line tagalong tour. the tour leaders Ross and Ken were excellent and highly knowledgeable about this area. It's a great way to travel remotely as there's and instant group of friends and help if there's any glitches. I'll put my name down for one of there tours for next year.'

Fraser Trueman

Go as a Passenger

Go as a passenger. If you would like to enjoy the outback without the cost or hassle of owning your own 4WD vehicle, check out Kookaburratagalongtours options to go as a passenger. I did the 15 daySimpson desert tour and spent my days sitting with Ross as he guided the 5 other vehicles over red sand dunes, gravel and Sandy tracks. I saw places I never thought to see, slept in a swag or a tent most nights. The night sky’s were gobsmacking and the company funny and excited to be out learning and testing their own skills. Ross and Kenny were great guides and everyone seemed to grow in confidence as the days passed. Happy to chat with anyone who might be interested. All I had to take was a sleeping bag. All good and sleeping arrangements taken care of by Ross and Kenny.

Simpson Desert & Beyond 2022

Thank you Ross and Kenny for leading a group of 4wd novices across the desert and back to Birdsville. As the only single driver I have to say that whilst it was tiring it was really exhilarating to know that I had driven across this amazing remote area with its awesome and expansive beauty. I loved the flowers, the colours and the landscapes. The company was just the best. 4 couples old enough to know the best of humour- Monty Python and the rest; great music, historical and geographical references in our afternoon quiz and the hilarity of Kooka News of the day usually round a crackingly good campfire. I really hope we keep in touch - it was such a great time! The Lake Eyre option was just magnificent. So many tour highlights, so much learning and such a huge , exciting and beautiful experience. I can commend this trip to everyone with a 4wd, sense of humour and adventure and love of the great outdoors. Thanks again Ross and Kenny- great job! Thanks

We completed the 15 day July 22 Simpson Desert and beyond tagalong and had a great time. As novice 4wd people, we were thankful that Ross and Kenny ensured we were able to safely develop our skills while seeing unique and remote areas of central Australia, highlights being the crossing of the Simpson desert with time on all the major tracks and traveling on the Oonadatta track through the painted desert. Ross and Kenny are very flexible and relaxed in their style and are always striving to make sure you gain maximum value and they are always available to assist. This is a safe and hassle free way of visiting remote areas with like minded people and we have no hesitation in recommending Ross and Kenny from Kookaburra tagalong tours. Mark and Julie Gower

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It was a great trip, Ross & Kenny went out of their way to accommodate our many requests. If anyone didn’t enjoy it then that was their problem. Saw lots of things that I would not have seen on my own. Thanks guys. 🥳

Great Experience

Sandra & I would love to thank you and ken for a experience we will never forget,we love every minute. All the people on this trip were amazing.Please keep us informed of other trips you have in the pipeline. Thanks again Peter & Sandra young

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Thoroughly enjoyed

We thoroughly enjoyed our “Anzac/Outback Pubs Tour” with Kookaburra Tagalong Tours. The travelling was relaxed with the aim of the tour to enjoy unusual and iconic pubs of the outback. Experiencing Anzac Day in the Opal Fields of Lightning Ridge was a special highlight. When roads were closed due to rain, Ross always ensured we had a safe alternative to our next destination. Nothing was too much trouble, including a request from some of the guests to add in an extra feature not mentioned in the original itinerary. Thankyou Ross and Ken for a most memorable tagalong experience. Sue and Clive Gotlieb”.

Clive & Sue

A Fantastic Trip

In 2018, I joined Ken & Ross in a convoy of 7 vehicles to explore the Simpson Desert. It was a fantastic trip, and the landscape was spectacular. We travelled from Birdsville across the Simpson Desert and returned via the lesser-known Madigan Line. I felt totally included in the group and the atmosphere of fun and banter around the campfire each night was memorable. This was a trip I’d been wanting to do for years however I just didn’t have the confidence or the CAN DO attitude to tackle it on my own. Travelling tagalong style, I knew that my safety was never in doubt and that certainly changed my attitude and increased my confidence. The trip was well-organised and informative, and the communication was excellent. When we arrived back in Birdsville to find our original route flooded, the team were quick to plan an alternative so that our adventure could continue. Good onya Ross & Kenny!

Cheers, Paul

Would I do another tag-along, yes in a heartbeat

We joined the tag-along tour for a Simpson Desert crossing. At first I thought it was just another added expense, as we usually did our own thing. After a very short time we were bogged in a very difficult situation, which with the combined experience, sharing of equipment, and the company and help of the others in the group, disaster was averted. Puncture repairs and tyre changes are certainly made easier with assistance from your fellow travellers, as they normally happen in the most difficult circumstances. Entry to normally closed areas was accessed with preplanned permits and permission to enjoy sites not normally seen. Advice on carrying petrol and alcohol were advised to avoid hefty fines of up to $30,000, and or jail in some areas. Permits are long drawn out affairs, that are expensive, especially for single tourers, and can be explicit on times of arrival and transitioning some lands that have many hidden treasures not accessible to most. The comfort of having experienced guides and support in times of 4WD'ing difficult terrain is fantastic, along with the fellowship in the evening, and discussing the day gone, and the challenges ahead. Providing your own food and meal requirements was important to me, as I have some special medical and dietary requirements. Safety and backup is important when exploring out of the way places, which was well covered by the tour leaders. Would I do another tag-along, yes in a heartbeat, and we have booked two more trip for this year.

Very organised and a great leader

To whom it may concern I have known Ross for several years and have accompanied him on a couple of his trips. He was very organised and a great leader, taking me to very interesting places. He has a huge interest in our country and I think him sharing that with everyone would be a fantastic thing for him to do. He is a great person, has a wonderful sense of humour and is heaps of fun to be around. I wish him all the best in his business venture.

Debbie Gridley

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Wallaby Tracks Adventure Tours 4WD tours or tailor made expeditions in the Flinders Ranges and beyond; based in Quorn. Half day Mount Arden Ridge Top Tour, Full day Wilpena Pound Big Day Out, or Full day Mount Caernarvan Track.

Argadells Farm Stay 4WD tracks; Arden Vale Road, Quorn.

Arkaba Station  4WD trips on the southern edge of Wilpena Pound.

Arkapena Scenic Adventure  40km self drive 4WD track enquires to Rawnsley Park

Flinders Ranges 4WD Hire Hawker Phone: 0428 484 611 www.chrismechanical.repcoservice.net

Flinders Experience Tours  4WD tours; Departing Hawker & Quorn.

Hawker Hilltop AWD Tour  Enquiries to Hawker Motors, Cnr Wilpena and Cradock Road, Hawker.

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Merna Mora Station Drives  A serious of tracks located near the western.escarpments Wilpena Pound which traverse Moralana Gorge and the northern end of Elder Range.

Mern Merna Station Drives  3 4WD tracks for all different skills levels.

Pindan Tours and 4WD Training 4WD Training and Tag Along Tours or tailor made expeditions in the Flinders Ranges and beyond. Also half-day and full-day guided 4x4 tours available. Based in Quorn.

Rawnsley Park Station  4WD tours and guided walking trips South of Wilpena Pound. 4WD Tours (our tour vehicles hold 6-7 people per car) 2 hrs Sunset on the Chance on @ $115 per person 4 hrs Bunyeroo & Brachina Gorges 4WD tour departing 8:30 am & 1 pm @ $200 per person 4 hrs Arkapena 4WD tour departing 8:30 am &1 pm @ $200 per person 4 hrs Station Tour on 8:30 am & 1 pm @ $200 per person 8 hrs Wallabies, Rock & Copper Tour departing 8:30 am @ $320 per person 9 hrs Central Flinders 4WD Tour departing 8:30 am @ $345 per person 4WD Tours - Rawnsley Park Station, Flinders Ranges, South Australia

Hikes 3 hrs Daybreak Loop Walk departing 7 am @ $90 per person 5 hrs Daybreak Summit Walk departing 7 am @ $180 per person 7 hrs Wilpena Pound Walk departing 7 am @ $280 per person Day Walks and Trails - Rawnsley Park Station, Flinders Ranges, South Australia

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Skytrek Willow Springs Station  Self-drive and guided 4WD tours in the Flinders Ranges NP.

Upalinna Station and 4wd Track Scenic 4wd track starts near Hucks Lookout (12km from Wilpena Pound Resort) and heads around into the hills and valleys of Upalinna.

Wilpena Pound Resort 4WD tours from Wilpena Pound.

Worumba Station  Self-drive 4WD track; 30km East of Hawker.

Wakarla Glass Gorge Tours 4WD tours with private accesss to the historic Oratunga Station in the Northern Flinders Ranges.

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We have just completed the Lap of Australia in our Prado. We did your beginners course in May & it was the best money we ever spent.  It completely prepared us, with the knowledge you gave us we confidently crossed rivers, drove the Gibb River Road with no punctures & drove around Fraser Island without getting bogged. We look forward to taking our 4x4 adventures further.

Just need to let you know how much we enjoyed the Beach Safari Tour last weekend. Jenny and Wayne were excellent leaders - great refresher course in sand driving; really good comments about the areas we drove and great care when we had an issue with a fractured under body plate. The itinerary was very well paced, challenging and incredibly interesting - right down to the last forest expedition to the Walligat National Park lookout - fantastic forest drive and spectacular lookout. This tour was great to the last moment! Jenny and Wayne made sure everyone on the tour got the most from the experience, even including our stay at the Boogie Woogie Hotel. All in all, a great weekend with exceptional leaders, compatible group members and wonderful 4x4 driving experiences.

To anyone thinking of this type of adventure, you could not find a better way than to join Great Divide tours who offer exceptional customer service and support both on and of the tracks.

This was our second tour with Great Divide Tours in six weeks. Australia has many fine places to visit and I can't suggest a better way to see our country by travelling with your company.

We will certainly keep Great Divide Tours in mind for future travel plans.

The trip was absolutely fabulous in every way. The itinerary was excellent and well thought out. The group we traveled with proved to be a great bunch of people and we have made some strong friendships. I'm sure we will be seeing them again.

We had the most amazing, exciting adventurous time of our lives. We saw stunning scenery, camped in beautiful bush settings, met some amazing people, took awesome photos and pretty much had the time of our lives.

Must tell you how wonderful our Arnhem Land trip was. We thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience and thanks to you all for ensuring everything went smoothly for us. This was our 5th GDT trip and it is up there equal with the best we have done. Fantastic country, great companions, facinating seeing the traditional owners aspects throughout - a completely new perpective for us and very welcome. Neill was very professional, a great tour leader and best of all a good bloke who made certain we all enjoyed our trip. Well done to all the team at GDT and thanks again.

Thought I would drop you a note to let you know we did our big Red Centre trip via the Oodnadatta track - a trip of a lifetime. Part of what made that possible was the understanding of and knowledge about 4Wdriving you gave us in the course we did in 2018 and also via your book Travelling the Outback. I reckon we could have probably bumbled our way through it as nervous wrecks,(as we saw some people doing it) but being clued up on set-up, driving and especially the safety gave us the confidence we needed to drive in all conditons allowing us to relax and really enjoy all 7000kms of the trip. So thank you to you and the team - keep up the good work!

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15 fascinating facts about the Flinders Ranges

17 Apr. 2024 6 min read

This World Heritage Day (18 April), find out what make the Flinders Ranges such a fascinating region and the focus of SA's latest World Heritage bid.

The Flinders Ranges is a fascinating region in South Australia known for its rugged beauty, rich Aboriginal history and unique wildlife.

As South Australia continues to work on a World Heritage nomination for parts of the Flinders Ranges, here are 15 fascinating facts about this remarkable part of the world.

1. Largest mountain ranges

The Flinders Ranges are the largest mountain ranges in South Australia. Starting about 200 km north of Adelaide, the ranges

stretch for over 430km, from Port Pirie to Lake Callabonna, and include a natural amphitheatre of mountains, known as Wilpena Pound. Wilpena Pound was formed by a large syncline between two mountain ranges and is an iconic feature of the South Australian landscape.

The Flinders Ranges are one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world, formed over 600 million years ago. The Flinders is the only place on Earth where 350 million years of near-continuous geological sequence can be seen, demonstrating the rise of a habitable planet and the dawn of animal life. There is nowhere else in the world where this is so clear, so connected and so well presented.

The Flinders Ranges are a folded mountain range which began forming about 800 million years ago, when an ancient sea deposited sediments in a basin known as the Adelaide Geosyncline. Around 300 million years later, the basin sediments were folded into mountains during a mountain-building period.

These mountains have since eroded. However, the folded and faulted rocks remained and in the last five million years, have created a rugged landscape filled with sandstone, mudstone, limestone, and quartzite.

4. Traditional owners

The Adnyamathanha people (meaning “hills or rock people”) are the traditional custodians of the Flinders Ranges. Evi­dence of ongo­ing occu­pa­tion by tra­di­tion­al own­ers, includ­ing ash and char­coal mid­dens, can be found across Nilpe­na Edi­acara Nation­al Park. The pound area was known as Ikara or “meeting place” to the Adnyamathanha people, and the park has many culturally significant sites.

5. The oldest evidence of animal li fe

In 1946, some of the oldest fossil evidence of animal life was discovered, including the world’s finest example of the Ediacaran explosion of life, when the earliest forms of complex multicellular animal life evolved. Similar fossils have subsequently been found in the ranges, including at Nilpena. The State Government is currently working on an application for World Heritage listing to help protect these sites. Visitors to Nilpena Ediacara, South Australia’s newest bucket-list tourist attraction, can take an exclusive guided tour into the fossil field – and experience the rare privilege of walking through a working research site.

6. World heritage

If successful, the Flinders Ranges would become Australia’s 21st property on UNESCO’s list of World Heritage Sites but only the second in SA, along with the Naracoorte Caves.

7. Astronomy

The clear, dark skies of the Flinders Ranges make it an excellent destination for stargazing and astrophotography. Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary, located in the northern Flinders Ranges, has recently been designated as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary, recognising this area as one of the best places in the world to see the night sky.

8. Wildlife

The region is home to a diversity of wildlife, including kangaroos, emus, wallabies, and numerous bird species. Visitors may spot grey-fronted honeyeaters, the iconic wedge-tailed eagle soaring above the deep red Simpson Desert or the delicate Lake Eyre dragon, which can be found dancing across the hot salt lake. And thanks to conservation efforts, the rare yel­low-foot­ed rock-wal­la­by can be seen in Brachi­na and Wilka­w­il­l­i­na gorges.

The climate in the Flinders Ranges is typically arid, with hot summers and cool winters. Rainfall is relatively low and unpredictable. Summer temperatures usually exceed 38 °C, while winters have highs around 13–16 °C.

Despite its arid climate, the Flinders Ranges supports a variety of plant life, including native eucalyptus trees, spinifex grass, and colourful wildflowers that bloom in the spring, carpeting the plains and foothills.

11. National Parks

Much of the Flinders Ranges region is protected within national parks, including the Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park, Nilpena Ediacara National Park and Mount Remark­able Nation­al Park.

Ikara flinders national park was established on January 1st, 1945, making it one of the earliest national parks in South Australia. It was initially named after the explorer Matthew Filnders, who scaled Mount Broen in March 1802. In 2016, the park was renamed to include the Adnyamathanha word Ikara (meaning meeting place), in reference to the traditional name for Wilpena Pound.

12. Hiking Trails

The region offers numerous hiking trails, ranging from easy walks to challenging multi-day treks. Popular trails include the Heysen Trail and the St Mary Peak Summit Walk. The Flinders Ranges is also home to many ancient rock art sites. Many walks can take visitors to see examples of Aboriginal art dating back thousands of years. Adnyamathanha guided cultural tours can be booked at Wilpena Pound Resort.

13. History

William Pinkerton is credited as being the first European to find a route through the Flinders Ranges via Pichi Richi Pass. In 1853, he drove 7,000 sheep along the eastern plains of the range, to where Quorn would be built 25 years later.

14. Pastoral past

There are records of European settlers living in the nearby Quorn District since at least 1845, with the first grazing licenses issued in 1851. Old Wilpena Station was a working station for 135 years, right up until 1985, and it is one of South Australia’s best preserved pastoral sites. The blacksmith’s cottage, stables, garage, homestead and cemetery in Quorn offer a fascinating insight into the lives of the region’s first European settlers.

28 films have been made using the Flinders dramatic landscape as a backdrop. From salt lakes to moonscapes, rugged desert ranges to heritage buildings, the Flinders Ranges offer a huge variety of landscapes and it’s not surprising that many productions have chosen to film in the region. In fact, Australia’s first technicolour film Kangaroo was made in the Flinders Ranges.

Learn more about South Australia’s World Heritage bid here. https://www.environment.sa.gov.au/goodliving/posts/2021/07/world-heritage-bid-flinders-ranges

To plan your trip to the Flinders Ranges, check out our ranger tips for an unmissable adventure https://www.environment.sa.gov.au/goodliving/posts/2019/07/ranger-tips-ikara-flinders-ranges

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This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

Tours to Moscow

Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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Moscow City Tour

September 9, 2019 Our tour is underway now, and we begin with a Moscow city tour that focuses on the Kremlin. The Treasury and most of the churches we entered today would not allow photos inside, but the exterior shots are beautiful. Here are the day’s highlights.

Moscow Free Day

Nizhny Novgorod

One comment on “ Moscow City Tour ”

So sorry to be missing this as I prepare for knee replacement and had to cancel. ;-(

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