Top South Australia Nature and Wildlife Tours

Travel from Adelaide to Kangaroo Island, one of Australia’s most popular wildlife destinations, on this activity-filled day trip by ferry and coach. On the island, discover its natural attractions and local animals, from Vivonne Bay and Seal Bay Conservation Park to the Remarkable Rocks, Flinders Chase National Park, Admirals Arch and more. Spot wallabies, echidnas, fur seals, koalas and, of course, kangaroos.

Watch the sunrise over the Barossa Valley, then tuck into a gourmet breakfast on this memorable 5-hour tour, including hotel pick-up. Take to the skies for a 1-hour hot air balloon flight and enjoy thrilling aerial views over the sweeping vineyards. Then, toast your safe landing with a hearty breakfast of regional specialties, accompanied by sparkling wine.

Enjoy a relaxing half-day cruise on the Murray River aboard the paddle wheeler “Captain Proud.” Learn about the river’s history, culture, and ecosystem from the live commentary. Look out for birds and wildlife, including kangaroos, pelicans, galahs, and cockatoos. Feast on a two-course lunch while watching the world go peacefully by.

Travel from Adelaide to the historic Murray River on an 8-hour day trip that includes a lunch-time cruise, a great way for first-time visitors to orient themselves. Afterwards, you'll take in the Murray River landscape from the coach, stopping for photo ops and sweeping views. Visit a chocolate factory and cheese maker in Woodside on the return journey to Adelaide. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Please note: Effective from May 3, 2018, due to roadworks on Frome Street, the temporary pick-up location for guests staying at the Majestic Roof Garden Hotel and Mantra on Frome will be 16, Hindmarsh Square, Adelaide.

Meet the weird and wonderful residents of Kangaroo Island on this action-packed 2-day 4WD adventure, including round-trip transport by ferry or plane from Adelaide. Spot colorful birds, echidnas and Tamar wallaby on guided bushwalks; get up close to Australian sea lions and long-nosed fur seals; and see koalas and kangaroos as you explore the Flinders Chase National Park and Kelly Hill Conservation Park. This small-group tour has a maximum of eight participants and includes hotel pick-up, overnight accommodation and some meals.

Journey from Adelaide to Melbourne on this 3-day guided tour. After leaving the city, head into the Adelaide Hills to Mount Lofty Summit, then onward to the Naracoorte Caves and the Coonawarra wine region. Following that, hit the Great Ocean Road, a scenic coastal drive that will lead you to Melbourne. Along the way, spot wildlife like koalas, explore misty rainforests, and enjoy the sights of the Australian coastline.

Travel through the picturesque Adelaide Hills and into the Fleurieu Peninsula, where the vines meet the sea.  Pass through Goolwa and onto Victor Harbor, a popular seaside town, before returning to Adelaide via the famous McLaren Vale wine region.

Coffin Bay oysters are some of the best in South Australia and this guided tour offers a completely unique experience. Wade out into the water to watch the oysters being harvested, learn all about oyster farming from the farmers, and have a go at shucking oysters. Finish by tasting fresh-from-the-ocean Pacific and Angasi Oysters, accompanied by a glass of Champagne or a delicious seafood platter (depending on tour option selected).

Add a boating adventure to your Kangaroo Island itinerary with a wildlife tour that departs daily from Christmas Cove Marina. In addition to providing live commentary about the area’s wildlife and conservation efforts, your guide ensures you spot sea creatures that are easy to miss without a trained eye. Life jackets, binoculars, and a group size capped at 12 ensure a personal and comfortable experience.

On Kangaroo Island and looking for something to do? This full-day guided tour takes in the highlights of this unspoiled natural paradise. Visit Seal Bay Conservation Park, Vivonne Bay, Flinders Chase National Park, Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch among other spots to see native animals including koalas, kangaroos, wallabies, goannas, echidnas, long-nosed fur seals and more.

Take an exhilarating 45-minute boat ride from the Granite Island Causeway to Seal Island and Wright Island to look for seals, sea lions, and bottle-nose dolphins, and hear the history of whaling in Encounter Bay.

Sacred Canyon is only accessible on a tour escorted by Adnyamathana guide. For a fascinating Aboriginal cultural experience, join an experienced Yura guide for an entertaining and informative walk to Sacred Canyon. Sacred Canyon is a significant site to the Adnyamathanha people. This walk takes you to along a dry river bed to an Aboriginal engraving site where your Yura guide will explain how these engravings were made and what they signify. Learn about the engravings, landscape and culture as interpreted by a traditional owner. This tour consists of an easy to moderate 2km walk with some uneven ground.

The ultimate full-day tour of the Fleurieu Peninsula. Explore the region’s breathtaking landscapes, discover the indigenous culture, spot native wildlife, and visit the historic Victor Harbor, while savouring local gourmet produce and boutique wines.

✔ Professional, accredited tour guide/driver ✔ Comfortable air-conditioned vehicle ✔ Flinders Ranges National Park ✔ Quorn/Old Ghan railway station ✔ Warren Gorge Conservation Park ✔ Wilpena Pound (Ikara) ✔ Brachina Gorge ✔ Blinman Mine Tour ✔ Gammon Ranges National Park ✔ Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary ✔ 4WD Ridge Top Tour ✔ Bushwalking (optional) See the stunning extremes of Australia’s Outback on this 5 day tour of the Flinders Ranges National Park and surrounds from Adelaide. Join our tour to discover the history, wildlife, landscapes and geology of this amazing region. This outback tour includes a visit to Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary! Located north of Adelaide in the ruggedly spectacular northern Flinders Ranges, this 610sq km sanctuary features unique geological features, rugged mountains, towering granite peaks, magnificent gorges and mysterious waterholes, and is home to a large range of bird, reptile and mammal species, including the endangered Yellow-Footed Rock-Wallaby.

See nearly as much of Adelaide as possible in half a day on this packed private tour. Visit many of the city’s highlights—from the main landmarks to the Adelaide Hills to wineries and wildlife parks—and stop in one of the country’s oldest German settlements for lunch (own expense). The itinerary can be modified to fit your group’s interests and preferences.

Discover the dunes, lagoons, beaches, and birdlife of Coorong National Park on an adventure cruise from Goolwa, complete with guided walks on the Younghusband Peninsula and Cattle Point. Learn about flora, fauna, traditional Indigenous lifestyles, and contemporary water management as you explore this unusual ecosystem. Along the way, enjoy a cold lunch with tea and coffee, with afternoon tea served as you cruise back past the dunes to Goolwa.

Look for dolphins off the coast of Adelaide on a dolphin-spotting cruise from Glenelg, a seaside town just south of the city. As you glide across Holdfast Bay by catamaran, keep your eyes peeled for some of the thousands of dolphins who live in these waters. To enhance your encounter with these lovable creatures, upgrade your tour to include a dolphin-swimming experience from the boat.

Savor the sights and flavors of Coffin Bay on an 8-hour tour from Port Lincoln. After a scenic drive and a stop at Almonta Beach, learn how to shuck the region's famous oysters. Take a tour of the town, then enjoy a seafood lunch at a popular restaurant. Save room for a tasting at Beer Garden Brewing, where you can also enjoy wine and cider. Unwind during the return journey to your hotel.

Located along the scenic Eyre Peninsula, Port Lincoln is famously Australia’s ‘seafood capital’. On this tour, explore the Port Lincoln National Park, follow the Whalers Way Coastal Drive, and look out for wild koalas, kangaroos, and emus at the Mikkira Station. Along the way, stop for morning tea in Port Lincoln Marina, tuck into a delicious seafood lunch at Fresh Fish Place, and enjoy wine tasting at Boston Bay Winery.

Meet some of Australia’s most beloved native animals on this day trip from Adelaide to Cleland Wildlife Park in the Adelaide Hills. Learn about koalas, feed wallabies and kangaroos under staff supervision, be amused by wombats and emus, and observe dingos, Tasmanian devils and more. Then, visit the Mt. Lofty Summit for panoramic views and photo ops.

Take the time to explore Kangaroo Island, one of Australia’s finest nature-based tourism destinations. This relaxed yet comprehensive two-day tour allows you to discover Kangaroo Island’s fascinating wildlife, spectacular coastal scenery, and unique local produce. Discover some of the most popular wildlife, food and wine attractions on Kangaroo Island - wander amongst the wild Australian sea lions at Seal Bay, watch a Free Flight Birds of Prey Presentation at Raptor Domain, sample KI’s finest produce and enjoy a walk around Remarkable Rocks and Admirals Arch in the Flinders Chase National Park.

Discover nature & wildlife and Kangaroo Island wine & local produce on this fantastic new day tour. Apart from its amazing wildlife, Kangaroo Island is well known for its thriving food & wine industry and your local guide will introduce you to some of the island’s leading creators where you will taste some local Kangaroo Island produce.

Cruise from the Granite Island Causeway to Seal Island and Victor Harbor on a 1.5-hour marine wildlife tour. Look for seals, sea lions, sea birds, dolphins, and migrating southern right whales (seasonal) around Seal Island, Wright Island, and the Waitpinga Cliffs.

Experience the natural beauty of the Adelaide region on a downhill bike tour from the summit of Mount Lofty. With a guide, you’ll start your bike ride at the highest point of the Mt Lofty Ranges, where you can marvel at the panoramic vista before hopping on your mountain bike and taking off down the hill. Make a stop at Cleland Wildlife Park to spot kangaroos and koalas, and stay energized with morning tea. Round-trip transportation by comfortable 4WD vehicle from Adelaide to Mount Lofty is included. This tour is limited to nine people to provide a small-group experience with personalized attention.