Ancient Echoes of Ikara and Flinders Ranges

After breakfast and preparing lunch packs, we travel along the scenic Morolana Drive, passing through beautiful River Red Gum woodlands—home to kangaroos, euros, and emus—with the Ikara–Flinders Ranges as our backdrop.

Our walk begins on the iconic Heysen Trail, taking us into the heart of Wilpena Pound. The trail starts with a creekside walk through Black Gap, followed by a climb to Bridle Gap on the outer rim of the Pound. As we ascend, sweeping views of the Elder Range open up to the west.

We then descend to the Pound floor and continue to Hills Homestead, where we’ll stop for lunch and reflect on the lives of early pioneer families. From there, a gentle walk brings us to the Wilpena Pound Visitor Centre. In the afternoon, there is an option for a scenic flight from Rawnsley Park (details available from your guides). Back at the station, enjoy evening nibbles and a hearty two-course dinner prepared by your guides.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Walking distance: 12 km (~ 6 hrs)
Difficulty: Moderate to hard

After breakfast and preparing our packed lunches, we head out from Rawnsley Park to begin the day’s activities.

Our walk starts with the Yuluna Circuit at Aroona, where we pass historic pastoral ruins and encounter diverse rock formations and native vegetation. The Aroona Homestead ruins, dating back to the 1850s, give insight into the hardships faced by early European settlers. This walk offers stunning views of the Heysen and Trezona Ranges and winds through scenic gorges and creek beds—keep an eye out for Yellow-footed Rock Wallabies, often spotted resting on the rocks.

We then visit Brachina Gorge, a dramatic geological site known for its sawtooth quartzite ridges and rich natural history. The gorge, once a thoroughfare for bullock teams, is now a highlight of the park's landscape.

In the afternoon, we travel to Dingley Dell, an ancient cultural site rich with Aboriginal history. There, you'll learn about Adnyamathanha traditions, including bush tucker, native medicine, local plants, and the cultural significance of the area's rock engravings—shared by a local Indigenous guide.

Back at Rawnsley Park, there’s time to relax or explore nearby walking trails. Evening nibbles are served, followed by a hearty two-course dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Walking distance: 8 km (~4 hrs)
Difficulty: Moderate to hard

After breakfast, we pack up and depart Rawnsley Park for the final day of the tour. Our walk today takes us to Alligator Gorge, a scenic highlight of Mount Remarkable National Park. This short but spectacular walk features towering ochre-colored cliffs, dramatic gorges, and serene river red gum-lined watercourses carved by Alligator Creek through ancient quartzite.

After the walk, we stop for lunch in the charming town of Melrose before continuing our journey south, arriving in Adelaide at approximately 5:00 pm.
(For guests flying out of Adelaide, please ensure flights are booked no earlier than 7:00 pm.)

Each evening of the tour, guests have had time to relax and take in the landscapes of Rawnsley Park and the surrounding ranges. Your guides have provided nibbles and a daily briefing using maps to offer insights into each day’s walk and preview the journey ahead.

Meals included: Breakfast and lunch
Walking distance: 3 km (~1.5 hrs)
Difficulty: Easy