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Set on the banks of the American River, overlooking Eastern Cove, this welcoming lodge is perfect for wildlife lovers. It is wonderfully remote yet just a 30-minute drive from Kingscote and Penneshaw. Lodge activities include nature trails, a nocturnal walk, birdwatching and a pelican feeding experience. Facilities include a pool, restaurant and barbecue area.
An operating sheep station, the family-owned Rawnsley Park Station has a rugged setting at the foot of Wilpena Pound – an impressive natural amphitheatre in the heart of the Flinders Ranges National Park in an area known for its ancient mountain ranges, rich Aborigine heritage, historic towns and native wildlife. It’s ideal as an accessible Outback escape from Adelaide, as part of a self- drive itinerary exploring South Australia, or if you’re travelling further north into the Outback. The owners at Rawnsley Park are committed to sustainable tourism, working with the local authorities to protect the diverse vegetation of Rawnsley Bluff, and creating environmentally-friendly villas. The Woolshed Restaurant serves up regional cuisine, and the station offers an extensive touring programme, arranging everything from guided bush walks to flights over Wilpena Pound. Accommodation ranges from camping to a traditional homestead and eight beautifully-appointed eco villas. The spacious architect-designed villas are set in a secluded site, but you’ll still be within easy reach of the station’s facilities. Designed in harmony with the natural environment, they come complete with a fully-equipped kitchen, a retractable ceiling offering views of the night sky from your bed, and private deck with uninterrupted views of Wilpena Pound.
The highlight of South Australia’s Flinders Ranges National Park, Wilpena Pound is a stunning natural amphitheatre set among the astonishing hues of an 800 million year-old quartzite and limestone outcrop that’s sacred to the Adnyamathanha people and rich in wildlife. Kangaroos and emus roam freely at this resort, which offers the only accommodation in the park and is sensitively constructed to blend in with its remarkable environment. There’s an on-site restaurant serving modern Australian cuisine, a sociable bar, and a general store for any self-catering needs. Inside the resort you’ll also find the National Park Visitor Information Centre, which has a wealth of information including detailed maps and bush walking trails. A fantastic range of tours and activities on offer include 4x4 trips into the park and scenic flights. A campground is situated on one side of the resort, with the hotel rooms in a separate area on the other side. Brachina and Aroona make up the standard rooms and are best suited to couples, while the deluxe rooms – Heysen and Edowie – are more spacious and have a kitchenette, ideal for families or if you’re looking for more self-catered facilities. For a premium camping experience, the new Ikara Safari Camp has 15 safari tents complete with kingsize bed, en suite bathroom, air-conditioning and a private deck, perfect for a rustic luxe Outback experience.
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