Experiences

Experiences in the land of the volcanoes, sinkholes, caves and crater lakes.

Cape Northumberland

LOT 2 Cape Northumberland Rd, Port Macdonnell SA 5291, Australia

South Australia's most southern point equipped with the most magnificent, rugged coastline, will provide you with uninterrupted views of the sun setting. With limestone cliffs and rock formations scattered around the coastline, you will see an abundance of the shorebirds and although not open, Cape Northumberland lighthouse towers over the site. This is the site of the first mainland lighthouse in South...

Cape Banks Lighthouse

Cape Banks Lighthouse Rd, Carpenter Rocks SA 5291, Australia

This impressive lighthouse is located on a headland in Carpenter Rocks. Although not open, this lighthouse is significant and is on the South Australian Heritage Register. Also the site of some of the best views out over the Southern Ocean. Image courtesy of Will Hudson Located in District Council of Grant

Brown Bay

Brown Bay Freedom Camping, 1164 Eight Mile Creek Rd, Wye SA 5291, Australia

Located just east of Port MacDonnell, this beach is known for it's excellent surf conditions, nesting shorebirds and stunning coastline. Take your surfboard, sea kayak, binoculars or bathers. Call in through the seaside town of Port MacDonnell on your way. This beach is not patrolled by lifeguards. Located in District Council of Grant

Piccaninnie Ponds Conservation Park

299 Piccaninnie Ponds Rd, Wye SA 5291, Australia

*Piccaninnie Ponds is currently closed, however the Conservation Park remains open* Take a walk along the beach and see the freshwater springs bubble up onto the sand. There is also a walking trail to the ponds outlet through coastal wattle and bearded heath. The walk then leads inland via boardwalks into silky tea-tree to a lookout with views of the wetland. Dogs are not permitted. Located...

Lower Glenelg National Park

13 Dry Creek Rd, Donovans SA 5291, Australia

Spend your days and nights exploring this landscape filled with bushland, limestone gorges, the Glenelg River and an estuary. Home to the Great South West Walk and the Glenelg River Canoe Trail stretching from Dartmoor to Nelson, meandering through the lower reaches of the Glenelg River. Take in the sights of towering limestone cliffs and the abundant wildlife that calls the park home. Visit the Parks...

Ewens Ponds Conservation Park

69 Ewens Ponds Rd, Eight Mile Creek SA 5291, Australia

*Ewens Ponds are closed annually for snorkelling and diving from 1 September to 30 November (inclusive). Please check the National Parks SA website for updates* This park consists of three large freshwater springs interconnected by a series of shallow channels. The greater landscape is dedicated to conservation. Explore the spring-fed underwater garden at Ewens Ponds by snorkelling through the shallow...

Leg of Mutton Lake/Yatton Loo

Bay Rd, Mount Gambier SA 5290, Australia

No longer a lake, Leg of Mutton Lake/Yatton Loo has a trail that winds around 1.6kms. Start this walk at the car park near Blue Lake/Warwar and make your way down the access road; follow the loop track around the now dry lakebed. A delight in every season.

Browne Lake/Kroweratwari

Haig Dr, Mount Gambier SA 5290, Australia

No longer a lake, but filled with lush grass, tall trees and a disc golf course, this is a great spot to visit and admire the surrounding views of the crater lakes.

Tantanoola Cave and Conservation Park

32057 Princes Hwy, Tantanoola SA 5280, Australia

Be guided on a paid tour of this ancient cave and hear the stories on the formation of this geological wonder. The cavern is filled with spectacular stalactites, stalagmites, shells and fossils. After your tour, take the 500m hike up the cliff for panoramic views of the surrounding forest with abundant flora and fauna. Dogs are not permitted. Located in Wattle Range Council

Princess Margaret Rose Cave

9028 Princes Hwy, Mumbannar VIC 3304, Australia

*Currently closed until 2026* The Princess Margaret Rose Cave is in the Lower Glenelg National Park. This cave is filled with unique formations, including rare cave coral, rimstone pools and saw-toothed shawls. Take a paid tour through the cave and experience the stories about the history of this site. Dogs are not permitted. Located in Glenelg Shire Council

Engelbrecht Cave

26 Chute Street, Mount Gambier SA 5290, Australia

Be amazed by what’s beneath the streets of Mount Gambier at Engelbrecht Cave. Embark on a 30 minute tour with your Guide.

Blue Lake/Warwar

John Watson Drive, Mount Gambier SA 5290, Australia

The Blue Lake in Mount Gambier occupies one of the craters of the extinct volcano after which the city has been named.

Valley Lake/Ketla Malpi

Davison Drive, Mount Gambier SA 5290, Australia

Drive down into the Valley Lake area and enjoy the free Wildlife Conservation Park, with koalas and kangaroos. Children will love the Adventure Playground.