Adventure and Outdoors Tours

Australian Walking Holidays is a fully Australian-owned company specialising in small group guided walking adventures.

Since 1982 they have been guiding small groups of travellers on Australia’s finest walks. Whether you’re interested in trekking Australia’s iconic Larapinta Trail in the Red Centre, Tasmania’s spectacular Overland Track, the Jatbula Trail in Top End, Kakadu, the Bibbulmun Track, the Heysen Trail and Flinders range as well as the Kimberly, tropical north Queensland and south western Australia – you can be sure your experience will be an unforgettable exploration of Australia’s stunning and diverse landscape.

Their experienced guides are experts in the field and have high respect and love of the Australian landscape. With responsible travel at the core at everything they do, you can be sure your journey leaves no trace and takes into account the local wildlife, wilderness and cultures of the land.

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Heysen Trail and the Flinders Ranges

The North Flinders Ranges offers some of the most stunning scenery in Australia as well as some of the most attractive outback properties. This accommodated trek includes selected walks in Wilpena Pound and on our favourite sections of the Heysen Trail. The Flinders Ranges offer a rolling range of majestic peaks and rugged ridges, deep gorges and endemic plants and animals.

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Flinders Ranges to the Murray River

The Arkaba Walk and the Murray River Walk, two Great Walks of Australia, come together to give you the opportunity to conquer both in one incredible South Australian journey. Set against the backdrop of the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound in South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, the Arkaba Walk is an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds, the scale and the space of outback Australia in a style that is exclusive and authentic. Navigate dry creek beds lined with the time-honoured River Red Gums, coming across the occasional isolated springs while never losing sight of the rolling, craggy cypress pine ridged lines of the Flinders Ranges. Leave the outback behind at the spectacular floodplain wetlands of the Murray River and enjoy a gentle cruise up its meandering bends. Enjoy four days walking through ancient red gum forests and spectacular floodplain wetlands, experience nature and learn the stories of the Riverland Wetland of International Importance. This exclusively curated journey gives you access to some of the best walking country in Australia.

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Heysen Trails Wild South Coast Way Deluxe Walk

On this fully supported trek you’ll walk with just a day pack as you experience one of Australia’s most spectacular walks. You’ll discover an abundance of wildlife, sculpted rock landscapes, pristine beaches, turquoise blue waters and dramatic coastlines as you walk the stunning newly developed Wild South Coast Way on South Australia’s Heysen Trail. This 74km trail, with some additional return side trips starts from Cape Jervis where you’ll follow the trail into Deep Creek National Park and Newland Head Conservation Park before finishing at Encounter Bay. Over the course of 5 days you will complete the first sections of the famous long-distance hiking trail, the Heysen Trail, Australia’s longest dedicated walking trail in Australia. The area offers some of South Australia’s most spectacular and awe inspiring coastal walking imaginable.

Each evening return to warm and welcoming lodge style accommodation that includes a large living area with a unique cushioned day-bed, wood fire and communal dining space. The lodge offers spectacular beachside views and has been designed with natural materials in mind including local rammed earth and huge recycled jetty beams. The large conservatory comfortably accommodates everyone and provides a sublime indoor/outdoor experience that connects you with the surrounding nature!

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Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail

On this fully supported trek you’ll walk with just a day pack as you experience one of Australia’s most spectacular walks. You’ll discover an abundance of wildlife, sculpted rock landscapes, pristine beaches, turquoise blue waters and dramatic coastlines as you walk the stunning Wilderness Trail on South Australia’s Kangaroo Island. This 60.4km trail, with 12.6km of return side trips (73km overall) starts from the Flinders Chase Visitor Centre where you’ll follow the trail over Black Swamp before turning west along Rocky River. The remote trail then weaves its way along the wild coastline with side trips to the magnificent Admirals Arch and the iconic Remarkable Rocks. From here you’ll walk on to Hanson Bay before returning inland through the forests to Kelly Hill. We hope you can join us on one of Australia’s best walking trails.

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Best of the Heysen Trail and the Flinders Ranges

The North Flinders Ranges offers some of the most stunning scenery in Australia as well as some of the most attractive outback properties. This vehicle supported trek explores all our favourite sections of the northern Heysen Trail. The Flinders Ranges offer a rolling range of majestic peaks and rugged ridges, deep gorges and endemic plants and animals.

The world class trails combine exceptional views and achievable challenges to create unforgettable walking experiences. The forests of cypress pines create an almost alpine ambiance in these semi-arid ranges with the dry climate creating ideal conditions for walking. This trip is fully supported so you can enjoy walking with just a day pack. Each evening we will camp in some of the most amazing wilderness locations offering both stunning scenery and the best of outback experience. The group camping gear is transported to each campsite by our professional support crew, freeing walkers to enjoy the diverse desert scenery, revel in the camaraderie of like-minded travellers and focus on achieving your goal.

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Heysen and Flinders Ranges in Comfort

The North Flinders Ranges offers some of the most stunning scenery in Australia as well as some of the most attractive outback properties. This newly in comfort accommodated trek includes selected walks on our favourite sections of the Heysen Trail. The Flinders Ranges offer a rolling range of majestic peaks and rugged ridges, deep gorges and endemic plants and animals.

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Remote Northern Flinders Camel Trek

When planning to head truly remote – away from even the main walking trails – camels are the perfect travelling companions in the outback.

Carrying your food, water and swags on a traditional pack saddle, these ships of the desert, many of which featured in the movie ‘Tracks’ by Robin Davidson, will allow you to gain a real sense of isolation as you absorb the beauty of the natural surroundings in this wild part of Australia that is home to Lake Frome and Wilpena Pound. Appreciate the birdlife, yellow footed wallabies, flora, station and old lead mine ruins and remnants as you travel along dry creek beds, through rugged plains country and past sheer rock faces and large gorges that are generally not accessible to travellers and locals alike. At night, your expert local guide will share his astronomy knowledge as you star gaze up at the dark night sky.

During this camel supported walk there is no vehicle support with one camel saddled for riding should guests wish to experience this as part of their adventure.

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Family Heysen Trail and the Flinders Ranges Adventure

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Arkaba Walk

Set against the backdrop of the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound in South Australia’s Flinders Ranges, the Arkaba Walk is an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds, the scale and the space of outback Australia in a style that is exclusive and authentic. Our bush luxury philosophy brings a team of passionate guides and a few key creature comforts to an immersive bush experience.

Arkaba’s skilled guides lead the small groups over the 3 days of walking, sharing their passion and knowledge of the landscape, geology, pioneering history and abundant wildlife, which includes emus, kangaroos, wallaroos, many bird species and the rare Yellow-footed Rock Wallaby.

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Murray River Walk

Enjoy four days walking through ancient red gum forests and spectacular floodplain wetlands with guided cruises on meandering creeks and the Murray River. Experience nature and learn the stories of the Riverland Wetland of International Importance while being greeted at the completion of your day with a refreshing beverage at the campfire. Each night you can relax and recharge with a foot dip in the river, a hot shower and a top deck spa before you dine on 3 courses of superb Riverland cuisine from a menu designed exclusively for us by a renowned native food chef. Savour local brews, Riverland wine and Riverland roasted coffee while surrounding yourself if the breathtaking wilderness of the Murray River both by foot and by houseboat.

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Wild South Coast Way

On this fully supported trek you’ll walk with just a day pack as you experience one of Australia’s most spectacular walks. You’ll discover an abundance of wildlife, sculpted rock landscapes, pristine beaches, turquoise blue waters and dramatic coastlines as you walk the stunning newly developed Wild South Coast Way on South Australia’s Heysen Trail. This 74km trail, with some additional return side trips starts from Cape Jervis where you’ll follow the trail into Deep Creek National Park and Newland Head Conservation Park before finishing at Encounter Bay. The walking experience offers some of South Australia’s most spectacular and awe inspiring coastal walking imaginable. The Wild South Coast Way provides trekkers with a genuine sense of wilderness, featuring remote beaches, native bushland, rugged cliffs, First Nations’ history, breathtaking vistas, deep gullies and a rich diversity of native birds, bush and wildlife. Each day of the walk delivers a new experience and challenge. We hope you can join us on one of Australia’s best new walking trails.

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Heysen Trail and the Flinders Ranges Final Five

The North Flinders Ranges offers some of the most stunning scenery in Australia as well as some of the most attractive outback properties. This vehicle supported trek explores the final five days of the northern Heysen Trail packfree. The Flinders Ranges offer a rolling range of majestic peaks and rugged ridges, deep gorges and endemic plants and animals.

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