Some Novel Things to do in South Australia

Camel riding, anyone? Dine in the outback? Fancy exploring a city built on the slopes of a volcano? If you are looking for something out of the ordinary in extraordinary places, we have a mix-match of Must See, Must Do's in South Australia.

Pichi Richi Camel Tours: This is an ultimate “hands on” adventure; the safari departs by vehicle transfer to Wilkarina Station where you will be introduced to both your camel and the pack camels. You will be guided in saddling your camel and how to load pack animals. Following a short safety briefing this safari will ride out following the path of famous outback explorer Earnest Giles, through the cool depths of the ranges, stopping to explore in places such as the famous Depot Springs. Support personnel are responsible for all meals. Safari participants are also welcome to try their hand at the fine art of camp over cooking.

Trek Mount Gambier: Explore Mount Gambier, South Australia's second biggest city and home to the Blue Lake, which turns from grey to a brilliant turquoise every November. The city is built on the slopes of an extinct volcano, and you can also tour limestone caves beneath the city streets and walk through stunning gardens created inside sinkholes.

Pichi Richi Railway: Ride between Port Augusta and Quorn, relaxing in timber-body carriages up to 115-years old as you pass some of the prettiest scenery in the Central Flinders Ranges. A dedicated band of volunteers breathed new life into the abandoned railway in 1973, and now also run guided tours of the workshop in Quorn.

Make a Visit to Parachilna: Parachilna is a small town situated on the Leigh Creek Road, taking the 77 kilometre scenic route from Wilpena Pound through Blinman or 195 kilometres on the highway from Port Augusta. Join a growing number of celebrities for a night of gourmet "Flinders feral food" at the famed Prairie Hotel in Parachilna. Stay in superb suites before heading out to explore the wilds of the Northern Flinders, from Lake Torrens to Parachilna Gorge and Blinman.

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary: Be blown away by some of the most spectacular scenery in Australia and look out for rare flora and fauna on Arkaroola's famed four-wheel-drive Ridgetop Tour (the views from Sillers Lookout offering a fitting finale to the journey). Then travel the universe on a journey to the stars from one of three astronomical observatories.

Stay Underground in Coober Pedy: Visit a beautiful underground church. Play golf on a course without grass. Noodle for opals and keep what you find, or buy up big at more than 30 gem shops in Coober Pedy, the world's opal capital. Then discover the landscapes beyond: the ochre hills of the Breakaways, the barren Moon Plains and the 5300 kilometre Dog Fence, the longest fence in the world. Stay overnight in an underground hotel.

Quad Biking on Kangaroo Island: If you are looking for rugged excitement, enjoy a guided dusk or dawn quad motorcycle tour at Yarraman Ridge located three and half kilometres west of Vivonne Bay Store, Kangaroo Island. You will be awed by the stunning views and wildlife.

Four-Wheel-Drive on the Limestone Coast: You'll find some of South Australia's best four-wheel-drive routes on the Limestone Coast. There are tough desert tracks in the Ngarket Conservation Parks, or great coastal drives through Canunda and Coorong National Parks and Beachport Conservation Park. Please stick to marked trails and look after the environment.

Hang Ten at Eyre Peninsula: There's 2000 kilometres of coastline to explore on Eyre Peninsula, and rarely will there be another boat bobbing on the best patch, tourists blocking your camera lens, or even footprints in the sand. Watch Southern Right Whales play with their young beneath cliffs at the Head of Bight; jump in and swim with dolphins and sea-lions at tranquil Baird Bay, or dive with the fluorescent cuttlefish at Whyalla. Buy seafood straight from the factory or the fisherman, or listen to your own line sing as a salmon takes the bait in pounding surf. Hike across dazzling dunes or stroll along the water's edge in search of delicate seashells. Take time to discover seaside towns and friendly farming communities, the volcanic monoliths and stark salt lakes of the Gawler Ranges, a hinterland of golden grain and vast desert plains extending right up to the Outback.

Taste of the Outback 2007: Wine and dine your way through the Flinders Ranges and Outback in April. Experience fine regional food and wine accompanied by world-class entertainment. Entertainment including Lee Kernaghan, Del Canto Singer's, Nick Parnell and experiences like riding a camel to an exclusive Candlelit Dinner, watching movies under the stars and regional cooking classes. Eat your way through the region trying great Outback dishes, collect the cook book and buy the Outback condiments to make these great dishes in your own home.

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