This 12-day South Australian tour takes in the vast and wild southern outback and coastline stretching west of Port Augusta, including the spinifex-clad hillsides of the Gawler Ranges, the mallee country of the Eyre Peninsula and the arid shrublands and dramatic cliffs of the amazing Nullarbor Plain, situated at the very edge of the continent. Our extensive itinerary will focus on the endemic and special birds of the region, including Nullarbor Quail-thrush, Naretha Blue Bonnet, Short-tailed and Western Grasswrens,
Western (White-bellied) Whipbird, Rufous Treecreeper, Rock Parrot, Blue-breasted Fairywren, Western Yellow Robin, Pink Cockatoo and even the possibility of Scarlet-chested Parrot. Mammals include the possibility of Southern Hairy-nosed Wombat, Western Pygmy Possum, Mitchell’s Hopping Mouse and Southern Right Whale, with mothers and calves likely to still be present at the Head of the Bight at that time of year.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Target rare and range-restricted species including Naretha Bluebonnet, Nullarbor Quail-thrush and Short-tailed and Western Grasswrens
• Take in the spectacular Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden with its plethora of endemic and arid botanical specimens
• Explore Gawler Ranges National Park, full of gorges and water holes
• Discover local endemic and other cryptic species of the Eyre Peninsula, such as White-bellied Whipbird
• Experience the wonder of the Nullarbor Plain, a landscape thriving with birdlife
• Search out the charismatic Naretha Bluebonnet, endemic to the Nullarbor Plain
• Witness the Southern Right Whale from the mighty cliffs of the Great Australian Bight
• Return to Adelaide via the Eyre Peninsula, a bird haven

THE INALA ADVANTAGE

This small group tour includes expert specialist guides from Inala Nature Tours, experienced in locating cryptic arid lands species and interpreting the unique ecology of southern Australia's arid zones. All accommodation, meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), entrance fees, and 4WD transport are included, ensuring a comprehensive and hassle-free wilderness experience focused entirely on wildlife observation and natural history.

This exciting new tour takes us through three states - a large wedge of arid inland eastern South Australia, south-west NSW, and the north-western Victorian wilderness - to look for mallee specialties such as Mallee Emu-wren, Red-lored Whistler, Cinnamon Quail-thrush and three species of grasswren (Short-tailed, Thick-billed and Striated). Starting in South Australia, we’ll head to the Flinders Ranges and the remote Vulkathunha-Gammon Ranges.

Then we enter New South Wales to visit the Outback town of Broken Hill, Darling (Barka) River, Menindee Lakes and ancient Lake Mungo, before crossing the mighty Murray River. In Victoria, we’ll spend time in Hattah-Kulkyne and Murray – Sunset National Parks. Then it’s back over the Murray and a visit to the world-renowned Gluepot Sanctuary, before returning to Adelaide. As well as the mallee specialties, we’ll be searching for dry-country birds like White-winged Fairywren, Crimson Chat, Bluebonnet, Black-breasted Buzzard and the fabled Grey Falcon and Hall’s Babbler. This is sure to be a great tour, enjoying the beauty and majesty of this stark, scenic and often under-explored part of the country.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• Target rare and range-restricted species including Mallee Emu-wren, Red-lored Whistler and Cinammon Quail-thrush, as well as the iconic Malleefowl
• Take in the cultural heritage of the Flinders Ranges such as indigenous cave paintings at Arkaroo Rock
• Explore Hattah-Kulkyne National Park with its increasingly rare population of Mallee Emu-wren
• Explore Mungo National Park, one of Australia's first UNESCO World Heritage listed locations
• Visit the spectacular Gluepot Reserve the ultimate haven for mallee bird species
• Search for Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby in the hills of the South Australian outback
• Witness flocks of Australia's colourful parrot species, from Cockatiel to Pink Cockatoo
• Return to Adelaide via the mighty Murray River

THE INALA ADVANTAGE

This small group tour includes expert specialist guides from Inala Nature Tours, experienced in locating cryptic mallee species and interpreting the unique ecology of southern Australia's arid zones. All accommodation, meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), entrance fees, and 4WD transport are included, ensuring a comprehensive and hassle-free wilderness experience focused entirely on wildlife observation and natural history.

Journey to remote Kangaroo Island on this collaboration between Inala Nature Tours and Kangaroo Birds and Wildlife Walk. With lightweight day packs, head out with Inala's celebrated birding guides and discover the island's endemic birds. Return each evening to our exclusive accommodation, chef-inspired meals paired with local beer and wine, in the comfort and ambience of the newly restored Cape du Couedic Lightkeeper Cottages, situated in the Flinders Chase National Park.

Kangaroo Island is located 20 kilometres off the South Australian coast and is home to an abundance of native wildlife. You’ll be sharing the Island with koalas, sea lions, kangaroos and, of course, diverse bird species. Immerse yourself in the unique landscape of wild and raw beauty featuring towering sea cliffs and sweeping sunsets. You’ll feel completely at peace in the remote wilderness of Kangaroo Island.