|
Location Towering from the north of Spencer Gulf and extending to some 800 kilometers, the Flinders Ranges lies on the east of South Australia. It is 384 kilometers north of Adelaide. Accessibility If you want to have a first hand experienced of the Flinders Range then you need a couple of days . You can come to the place in private cars and taxis. Buses operated by Premier Stateliner run to Wilpena Pound twice a week. However if you wish to spend your vacations in complete ease then better go for the various tours that make their way regularly to the flinders. Though the place can be visited anytime of the year, the best time is mid- August. Also there are many shuttle bus coach facilities available. Features The Flinders Ranges that connects the Gulf of St. Vincent to the Outback of Australia is a place of immense beauty. The place is semi-arid and harsh yet it is strikingly beautiful. In addition to the mystic beauty of the nature the idea of gazing at the starry-night sky is an infallible idea. The main attractions of the place are: - Wilpena Pound stretching about an area of 80square kilometers is a rock basin that is rich in flora and fauna. The basin which escalates to a height of some 500metres offers one with spectacular scenery.
- Quorn which is often acknowledged as the ‘Gateway to the Flinders' is a beautiful town that houses a vintage tram pulled by a steam powered engine.
- Hawker is a place to enjoy the amazing beauty of nature. A few kilometers from this place you can visit the Youambulla Rock Shelter and Moarlana Scenic Route.
- Blinman is the old mining town of the place . The path also leads towards the wonderful valley of Aroona and amazing Mount Chambers .
- Arakoola houses a wild life sanctuary that abounds in many types of animals. Also the nearby Lake Frome and water pools at Barrananna Gorge, Bolla Bollana Springs are simply great.
- Jervis Hill Lookout
Things to do You can a good walk around the Arkakoola . Also you can enjoy the rock paintings and the carvings that are worth visiting. Fishing is possible in some areas expect a handful number of restricted areas. The Wilpena Pound is perfect place to capture the beauty of nature in your cameras. Many can also gain the unique experience to camp around the Wilpena Pound and Brachina. Accommodation There are a number of hotels available in the Flinders Range. The Orroroo Caravan Park, the Port Broughton Caravan Park Units, the Mount Remarkable Cottage are a few hotels that can fit the limited budget of tourists. Among the luxurious ones are the quince cottage, the Endilloe Lodge, the Dennis Cottage and many more. The nightly rates in places are from 150 pounds. The unspoilt Flinders Range known for its majestic power is an amazing place to be visited.
|
