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500 kilometres south from Coober Pedy you will find the Flinders Ranges. Flinders Ranges is a large mountain range, which stretches over 430 kilometres. There are several areas protected as National Parks, which gives you a perfect feeling about the nature here.

Flinders Ranges is another great experience of Australia’s big red interior. If you have seen the Uluru also called Ayers Rock red centre, then Flinders Ranges has the similar distinctive red colour, but in a completely new atmosphere.  For those who have not yet seen Ayers Rock or will see it later on their journey, it is an adventure well worth a trip.

Flinders Rock National Park is one of many protected areas, close to Wilpena Pound. Wilpena Pound is a great place for bushwalking and exploring wildlife. There are lookouts, there give you a perfect view over the surrounding mountains. If you’d prefer the view from the sky, you can also arrange a flight tour from here.

It is easy to find accommodations in the Flinders Ranges, no matter if you are travelling by bus, car or campervan.

If you want to experience the real outback, it is recommended either rent a 4WD, as it can get pretty tough, or in one of the tourist guided tours. If you decide to drive yourself the locals are generally nice to help and give their recommendations and directions if you get lost. A thing you need to be aware of if you do go outback bring a lot of water, and be aware of the seasonality. There are periods where it rains a lot and the rivers can overflow, so it would be a good idea not to camp too close to the rivers and creek beds, particularly during wet season.