Our South Australian walks take you through some of the most striking and diverse landscapes in the country - from the ancient peaks of the Flinders Ranges to the wildlife-rich coastlines and world-class wine regions. This is a state where outback adventure meets rich natural history, making it a rewarding destination for walkers seeking connection with nature and culture.

Walk along dramatic sections of the Heysen Trail in the Flinders Ranges - one of Australia’s premier long-distance trails - where rugged ridgelines, deep gorges and red rock bluffs tell stories over 600 million years old. Or explore the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound on the Arkaba Walk - a luxury multi-day walk that combines wild, remote trekking with comfortable bush camps and South Australian food and wine under the stars.

Our South Australian walking experiences are fully supported, pack-free, and designed to get you deep into the heart of this vast and varied landscape - with expert guides, sustainable practices, and exclusive access to private conservation areas.

Discover our range of South Australian walks and find the one that speaks to your sense of adventure.

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Why travel with us

Exceptional Leadership

As our client feedback will attest to, there is no better team of leaders than those at Australian Walking Holidays. Their expertise & knowledge is matched only by their friendly nature and their desire to impart everything they know about the Australian landscape to you.

Small Groups

We think small is good; it limits the environmental impact and allows you to forge life-long friendships with like-minded travellers. Feedback from our clients attests to the appeal of the small group dynamic – our clients say it's this that makes it special.

Your Comfort

The best available food, warmth and shelter is standard on our active wilderness holidays, with selected character lodgings as well as quality camp craft and equipment. This ensures that you have the most rewarding and memorable experience.

Climate

We mainly visit the Flinders Ranges in South Australia. Generally speaking, the weather is fine in the Flinders Ranges and there is plenty of sun. We go in the coolest part of the year as this is the most comfortable time for trekking in the Flinders Ranges. Daytime temperatures in April – May are mild while June - July can be cool to cold. From August to October, the days get progressively warmer and late in the season the occasional hot day may require us to modify the days trekking to suit the conditions. In the desert, night time temperatures can be cold at any time of year. From late May through to early August, the evenings can be very cold (down to minus 5C° / 24F°). On rare occasions, rain can force us to alter our schedule.

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