
Australia’s Greatest Rail Journey: Travelling On The Ghan
Fall in love with rail journeys as you travel on The Ghan from Darwin to Adelaide, with some truly unique and memorable stops along the way.
South Australia might just be the most underrated state in the whole of Australia. Often overlooked by the massive lying on their western and northern borders, there is an incredible amount to explore in SA.
From incredible desert road trips, to dramatic coastlines, stunning remote islands, beautiful wine regions and the beginning of Australia’s longest straight road, the mighty Nullarbor Plain. There’s an endless amount to discover in South Australia, most of which is largely untouched and considered remote.
Capital City: Adelaide
Start here: southaustralia.com
Check out all the locations for South Australia Visitors Centres to find the one closest to you.
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Caravan parks in South Australia: sa-parks.com.au
Beach safety and patrolled beaches in SA: healthdirect.gov.au/beach-safety
From red desert roads to white sand beaches and the most beautiful clear water, Kangaroo Island is a mini paradise just off the coast of South Australia, and a can’t miss destination on your Australia bucket list.
Fall in love with rail journeys as you travel on The Ghan from Darwin to Adelaide, with some truly unique and memorable stops along the way.
Start planning your next adventure with 10 places to visit in South Australia that offer amazing landscapes and beaches and unforgettable wildlife experiences.
Everything you need to know about driving across the Nullarbor, including where to find fuel and all the spots you don’t want to miss!
A complete guide to the Eyre Peninsula, with 20 of the best places along the way that you won’t want to miss on your visit.
Learn all about oyster farming and try some of the world’s best oysters straight from the ocean, with a Coffin Bay Oysters Farm & Tasting Tour.
A complete guide to the best things to do in Port Lincoln, from exploring the epic coastline of Whalers Way, to amazing experiences swimming with sharks!
For the most memorable morning of your Eyre Peninsula holiday, book yourself in to go swimming with sea lions in Port Lincoln with Adventure Bay Charters.
Everything you need to know about taking your caravan along the Oodnandatta Track, can your caravan survive this epic outback road trip?
Non-emergency police assist: 131 444
Country Fire Service: 1300 362 361
Fire ban updates and fire safety: cfs.sa.gov.au/
Outback Road Closures in SA: dpti.sa.gov.au/OutbackRoads
Beach safety and patrolled beaches in SA: healthdirect.gov.au/beach-safety
Quarantine (what you can & can’t take across borders): interstatequarantine.org.au/travellers/interstate-quarantine/
Bushfires: A bushfire danger period exists between November and April each year in South Australia. This can be extended, depending on the seasonal weather conditions. During fire danger periods, there are fire restrictions that apply, including total fire ban days.
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