Description

Great Australian Bight Safaris offer an extensive range of tours to suit all tastes, including tours of outstanding Eyre Peninsula locations like Memory Cove, Coffin Bay and Sleaford Sandhill.

Enjoy four-wheel-drive vehicle fishing day tours, wildlife and whale watching.

Great Australian Bight Safaris also operate extended tours and safaris of the Eyre Peninsula. They are an ecotourism accredited tour operator.

Rates From : $65.00



Tour Options

Coffin Bay Peninsula Day Tour - GABS08

Enjoy one of the most unique and untouched areas on Eyre Peninsula. Coffin Bay National Park is home to the osprey and wedge-tailed eagle, kangaroos and emus. Marvel at the rugged coastline, soak up the natural beauty, and enjoy the tranquillity of The Pool. Learn about the management of the Sheoak Woodlands and the success of healthy ecosystems against introduced pests.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 8am to 7pm.

Rate From: $180.00

Coffin Bay Peninsula Day Tour - SHORTS

Enjoy one of the most unique and untouched areas on Eyre Peninsula. Coffin Bay National Park is home to the osprey and wedge-tailed eagle, kangaroos and emus. Marvel at the rugged coastline, soak up the natural beauty, and enjoy the tranquillity of The Pool. Learn about the management of the Sheoak Woodlands and the success of healthy ecosystems against introduced pests.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 8am to 7pm.

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Coffin Bay Peninsula Day Tour - SHORTS 09/10

Enjoy one of the most unique and untouched areas on Eyre Peninsula. Coffin Bay National Park is home to the osprey and wedge-tailed eagle, kangaroos and emus. Marvel at the rugged coastline, soak up the natural beauty, and enjoy the tranquillity of The Pool. Learn about the management of the Sheoak Woodlands and the success of healthy ecosystems against introduced pests.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 8am to 7pm.

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Eyres Wild Coast Five Day Tour - GABS06

Escape, explore, and encounter the magnificent West Coast of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. Follow its history with a visit to Memory Cove. Learn about Matthew Flinders. Take in the restored nature of Lincoln National Park with its Wilderness Area and the re-introduced Bettongs and Mallee Fowl. Travel the panoramic Sleaford Dunes and discover how powerful the sea is changing the coastal features. Sample some of the large range of seafood in Port Lincoln, one of Australia's largest fishing ports. Visit the seaside towns of Coffin Bay, Elliston, Venus Bay, Streaky Bay, Smoky Bay and Ceduna, plus all the coastal wonders in between. Swim with the sea lions at Baird Bay and enjoy a night at this secluded fishing village. If you do not wish to swim with the sea lions, they can still be viewed at nearby Point Labatt. Travel to Nullarbor for whale watching (seasonal). See caves, the Dog Fence and Fowlers Bay. Return to Port Lincoln.

Operates: From Port Lincoln at 8am on day one, departure dates on application.

Rate From: $1,850.00

Eyres Wild Coast Five Day Tour - SHORTS

Escape, explore, and encounter the magnificent West Coast of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. Follow its history with a visit to Memory Cove. Learn about Matthew Flinders. Take in the restored nature of Lincoln National Park with its Wilderness Area and the re-introduced Bettongs and Mallee Fowl. Travel the panoramic Sleaford Dunes and discover how powerful the sea is changing the coastal features. Sample some of the large range of seafood in Port Lincoln, one of Australia's largest fishing ports. Visit the seaside towns of Coffin Bay, Elliston, Venus Bay, Streaky Bay, Smoky Bay and Ceduna, plus all the coastal wonders in between. Swim with the sea lions at Baird Bay and enjoy a night at this secluded fishing village. If you do not wish to swim with the sea lions, they can still be viewed at nearby Point Labatt. Travel to Nullarbor for whale watching (seasonal). See caves, the Dog Fence and Fowlers Bay. Return to Port Lincoln.

Operates: From Port Lincoln at 8am on day one, departure dates on application.

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Eyres Wild Coast Three Day Tour - GABS04

Escape, explore, and encounter the magnificent West Coast of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. Follow its history with a visit to Memory Cove. Learn about Matthew Flinders. Take in the restored nature of Lincoln National Park with its Wilderness Area and the re-introduced Bettongs and Mallee Fowl. Travel the panoramic Sleaford Dunes and discover how powerful the sea is changing the coastal features. Sample some of the large range of seafood in Port Lincoln, one of Australia's largest fishing ports. Visit the seaside towns of Coffin Bay, Elliston, Venus Bay, Streaky Bay, Smoky Bay and Ceduna, plus all the coastal wonders in between. Swim with the sea lions at Baird Bay and enjoy a night at this secluded fishing village. If you do not wish to swim with the sea lions, they can still be viewed at nearby Point Labatt.

Operates: From Port Lincoln Airport at 8am on day one, tour finishes in Ceduna at 6pm on day three, departure dates on application.

Rate From: $1,250.00

Eyres Wild Coast Three Day Tour - SHORTS

Escape, explore, and encounter the magnificent West Coast of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. Follow its history with a visit to Memory Cove. Learn about Matthew Flinders. Take in the restored nature of Lincoln National Park with its Wilderness Area and the re-introduced Bettongs and Mallee Fowl. Travel the panoramic Sleaford Dunes and discover how powerful the sea is changing the coastal features. Sample some of the large range of seafood in Port Lincoln, one of Australia's largest fishing ports. Visit the seaside towns of Coffin Bay, Elliston, Venus Bay, Streaky Bay, Smoky Bay and Ceduna, plus all the coastal wonders in between. Swim with the sea lions at Baird Bay and enjoy a night at this secluded fishing village. If you do not wish to swim with the sea lions, they can still be viewed at nearby Point Labatt.

Operates: From Port Lincoln Airport at 8am on day one, tour finishes in Ceduna at 6pm on day three, departure dates on application.

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Eyres Wild Coast Three Day Tour - SHORTS 09/10

Escape, explore, and encounter the magnificent West Coast of South Australia's Eyre Peninsula. Follow its history with a visit to Memory Cove. Learn about Matthew Flinders. Take in the restored nature of Lincoln National Park with its Wilderness Area and the re-introduced Bettongs and Mallee Fowl. Travel the panoramic Sleaford Dunes and discover how powerful the sea is changing the coastal features. Sample some of the large range of seafood in Port Lincoln, one of Australia's largest fishing ports. Visit the seaside towns of Coffin Bay, Elliston, Venus Bay, Streaky Bay, Smoky Bay and Ceduna, plus all the coastal wonders in between. Swim with the sea lions at Baird Bay and enjoy a night at this secluded fishing village. If you do not wish to swim with the sea lions, they can still be viewed at nearby Point Labatt.

Operates: From Port Lincoln Airport at 8am on day one, tour finishes in Ceduna at 6pm on day three, departure dates on application.

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Gawler Ranges Day Tour - GABS02

Eyre Peninsula is recognised as an area where the sea and Outback meet. You can now take the opportunity to visit an area many have heard of, but have not been able to visit, the remote wonder of the Gawler Ranges.

Tour highlights include Wudinna, Gawler Ranges National Park, Old Paney Homestead and Policeman's Point. Travel the Mattera, LP and Conical Hill Tracks, Old Pondanna Farm, spectacular Yandinga Gorge and Organ Pipes (Rhyolite formations). This is a long day covering over 600 kilometres, see an abundance of wildlife including emus, kangaroos, both Grey and Red, euros (Wallaroos) and perhaps even a Yellow Footed Rock wallaby. Other creatures to observe include the Pink Cockatoo (Major Mitchell), or catch a glimpse of the numerous Port Lincoln and Mulga Parrots. Learn about early explorers Eyre, Darke, Warburton and Hack. Follow the early pastoral enterprises and tales of tragedy and disasters that were commonplace. Today, with the creation of the Gawler Ranges National Park, there are many new things being learned about how fragile this harsh land really is. (Shorter tour options in the Gawler Ranges are available).

Operates: From Port Lincoln at 7.30am to 8pm, subject to road conditions.

Rate From: $250.00

Gawler Ranges Day Tour - SHORTS

Eyre Peninsula is recognised as an area where the sea and Outback meet. You can now take the opportunity to visit an area many have heard of, but have not been able to visit, the remote wonder of the Gawler Ranges.

Tour highlights include Wudinna, Gawler Ranges National Park, Old Paney Homestead and Policeman's Point. Travel the Mattera, LP and Conical Hill Tracks, Old Pondanna Farm, spectacular Yandinga Gorge and Organ Pipes (Rhyolite formations). This is a long day covering over 600 kilometres, see an abundance of wildlife including emus, kangaroos, both Grey and Red, euros (Wallaroos) and perhaps even a Yellow Footed Rock wallaby. Other creatures to observe include the Pink Cockatoo (Major Mitchell), or catch a glimpse of the numerous Port Lincoln and Mulga Parrots. Learn about early explorers Eyre, Darke, Warburton and Hack. Follow the early pastoral enterprises and tales of tragedy and disasters that were commonplace. Today, with the creation of the Gawler Ranges National Park, there are many new things being learned about how fragile this harsh land really is. (Shorter tour options in the Gawler Ranges are available).

Operates: From Port Lincoln at 7.30am to 8pm, subject to road conditions.

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Gawler Ranges Day Tour - SHORTS 09/10

Eyre Peninsula is recognised as an area where the sea and Outback meet. You can now take the opportunity to visit an area many have heard of, but have not been able to visit, the remote wonder of the Gawler Ranges.

Tour highlights include Wudinna, Gawler Ranges National Park, Old Paney Homestead and Policeman's Point. Travel the Mattera, LP and Conical Hill Tracks, Old Pondanna Farm, spectacular Yandinga Gorge and Organ Pipes (Rhyolite formations). This is a long day covering over 600 kilometres, see an abundance of wildlife including emus, kangaroos, both Grey and Red, euros (Wallaroos) and perhaps even a Yellow Footed Rock wallaby. Other creatures to observe include the Pink Cockatoo (Major Mitchell), or catch a glimpse of the numerous Port Lincoln and Mulga Parrots. Learn about early explorers Eyre, Darke, Warburton and Hack. Follow the early pastoral enterprises and tales of tragedy and disasters that were commonplace. Today, with the creation of the Gawler Ranges National Park, there are many new things being learned about how fragile this harsh land really is. (Shorter tour options in the Gawler Ranges are available).

Operates: From Port Lincoln at 7.30am to 8pm, subject to road conditions.

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Lower Eyre Peninsula Coffin Bay Day Tour - GABS11

Step back in time to experience the lifestyle of a bygone era. See the Todd Museum and Reservoir and explore the Koppio Smithy Museum. We set off through the changing landscapes of the Lower Eyre Peninsula through the Koppio Hills to Marble Range and Farm Beach. Then onto rugged Point Avoid in the Coffin Bay National Park for unsurpassed coastal vistas. Visit the township of Coffin Bay before heading back to the panoramic lookout at Winters Hill and finally Port Lincoln.

Operates: Tuesday to Sunday at 9am to 5pm.

Rate From: $160.00

Lower Eyre Peninsula Coffin Bay Day Tour - SHORTS

Step back in time to experience the lifestyle of a bygone era. See the Todd Museum and Reservoir and explore the Koppio Smithy Museum. We set off through the changing landscapes of the Lower Eyre Peninsula through the Koppio Hills to Marble Range and Farm Beach. Then onto rugged Point Avoid in the Coffin Bay National Park for unsurpassed coastal vistas. Visit the township of Coffin Bay before heading back to the panoramic lookout at Winters Hill and finally Port Lincoln.

Operates: Tuesday to Sunday at 9am to 5pm.

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Lower Eyre Peninsula Coffin Bay Day Tour - SHORTS 09/10

Step back in time to experience the lifestyle of a bygone era. See the Todd Museum and Reservoir and explore the Koppio Smithy Museum. We set off through the changing landscapes of the Lower Eyre Peninsula through the Koppio Hills to Marble Range and Farm Beach. Then onto rugged Point Avoid in the Coffin Bay National Park for unsurpassed coastal vistas. Visit the township of Coffin Bay before heading back to the panoramic lookout at Winters Hill and finally Port Lincoln.

Operates: Tuesday to Sunday at 9am to 5pm.

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Memory Cove Day Tour - GABS07

Venture through the vast Sleaford sand dunes to the magnificent wilderness area of Memory Cove, a beautiful sheltered inlet and the perfect lunch stop. Learn about the rich history of the area and the tragedy that befell the crew of the Investigator ship as Matthew Flinders charted the region in 1802. Visit the Memory Cove Wilderness Area, and hear about the reintroduction of Brush Tailed Bettongs (Woylie) and Mallee Fowl and other projects.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 9am to 5pm.

Rate From: $160.00

Memory Cove Day Tour - SHORTS

Venture through the vast Sleaford sand dunes to the magnificent wilderness area of Memory Cove, a beautiful sheltered inlet and the perfect lunch stop. Learn about the rich history of the area and the tragedy that befell the crew of the Investigator ship as Matthew Flinders charted the region in 1802. Visit the Memory Cove Wilderness Area, and hear about the reintroduction of Brush Tailed Bettongs (Woylie) and Mallee Fowl and other projects.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 9am to 5pm.

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Memory Cove Day Tour - SHORTS 09/10

Venture through the vast Sleaford sand dunes to the magnificent wilderness area of Memory Cove, a beautiful sheltered inlet and the perfect lunch stop. Learn about the rich history of the area and the tragedy that befell the crew of the Investigator ship as Matthew Flinders charted the region in 1802. Visit the Memory Cove Wilderness Area, and hear about the reintroduction of Brush Tailed Bettongs (Woylie) and Mallee Fowl and other projects.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 9am to 5pm.

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Nature In The Dark Evening Tour - GABS05

Take the opportunity to follow some of the smaller creatures inhabiting Lincoln National Park, now that the Ark on Eyre project has completed several years. You can see kangaroos and possibly a Woylie (Brush Tailed Bettong). Who knows what you might come across, a Southern Stone curlew, a Tawny Frogmouth, a Nightjar or even an owl? There could be bats and the reptile and insect worlds come alive at night. This is a good opportunity to give the kids a different experience and see nature for real, instead of a documentary on television.

Operates: On demand, 8.30pm to 11.30pm approximately.

Rate From: $100.00

Port Lincoln Four Day Three Night Package - GABS16

Depart Adelaide and spend four days discovering the magnificent wilderness areas and spectacularly rugged coastline of Port Lincoln and the Southern Eyre Peninsula on this all-inclusive four-day package.

Tour highlights include time to explore in Port Lincoln, the sandhills of Sleaford Bay and Memory Cove. Enjoy the many sheltered bays and beaches of Lincoln National Park. Tour the southern Eyre Peninsula visiting the historic National Trust collection of bygone days at Koppio. See the vast beauty of Point Avoid and the Coffin Bay National Park and take in the spectacular views from Winter Hill Lookout.

Operates: On demand, departure dates and times on application only

Rate From: $800.00

Port Lincoln Town Two Hour Tour - GABS01

Tour the city sights of Port Lincoln, view a spectacular coastal panorama and encounter the rich heritage and history of Port Lincoln. Visit Winter’s Hill Lookout, “Hollywood Houses”, the wharf complex and Lincoln Cove Marina home to South Australia's largest fishing fleet.

Operates: From Port Lincoln, daily 10am to 12pm approximately.

Rate From: $65.00

Round The Bight Nine Day Tour - GABS19

See the Great Australian Bight in all its glory from whales to wildflowers, starting in Port Lincoln and travelling to Esperance in Western Australia, over eight days. This is not your average trip across the Nullarbor. You will be travelling by four wheel drive in groups of two to six people and taking the 'back roads'. You will see places the average Nullarbor traveller never dreamed of, and you will be staying either in motel or hostel accommodation.

Take advantage of the knowledge of our experienced guides. See Southern Right Whales, numerous species of birds and wildflowers, and travel through an area steeped in history. Feel the starkness of the Nullarbor and view the giant caverns under it. Experience the fury of the Southern Ocean smashing onto rugged coast and endless cliffs. Stand on the open plain on a frosty night and be transfixed by the incredible beauty of a starry night in the crystal clear air of the outback sky. This diverse tour is a must for those who want to enjoy the freedom and rugged beauty of this region, but still enjoy the comforts of civilisation.

Operates: On demand, departure dates and times on application only.

Rate From: $3,200.00

Sleaford Sandhill Half Day Tour - GABS03

The crystal blue of Sleaford Mere greets you as you embark on this sand dune adventure. Spectacular ancient sand hills formed by the awesome power of wind and waves rise above the vehicle as you wind along a narrow passage through the maze of sand. Learn how the coastal plants cling to life before emerging at the rugged Wanna Cliffs, where the Southern Ocean pounds against the shore.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 9am to 12pm.

Rate From: $100.00

Whale Watch and West Coast Three Day Tour - GABS15

Journey to Australia's premier Southern Right Whale breeding ground at the Head of the Great Australian Bight, the sheer cliffs at the Head of the Bight put you in the box seat to witness this amazing event. Every winter (June to September) Southern Right Whales migrate northwards from their sub-Antarctic feeding grounds to the warm waters below the towering Nullarbor cliffs.

From your vantage point over the calving and nursery area, you can observe newborn calves sheltering with their mothers. Watch as the males (bulls) breach spectacularly out of the water and jostle one another in courtship displays. More than 50 whales congregate in this area each winter - a guarantee of good viewing.

This tour is designed to take in the best that South Australia's West Coast has to offer. View the sea lions at Point Labatt or swim with them at Baird Bay. See nesting Ospreys and a chance of whales cruising the coast on their way to the Head of Bight, where you will see them with their calves. Not to mention visiting caves and taking in the interesting history the region has to offer.

Operates: From Port Lincoln, departure dates and times on application.

Rate From: $1,250.00

Whalers Way and Port Lincoln Town Tour - GABS10

A visit to Whalers Way is a breathtaking experience indeed. A wonderland of cliffs, blowholes, crevasses, caves and beaches is yours to explore. Seasonal wildflowers and wildlife abounds. You will visit Cape Wiles, Black's Lookout, Cape Carnot, the Old Whalemen's Lookout and Theakstone's Crevasse. Then back to town for the best of Port Lincoln - Winter's Hill Lookout, Hollywood houses, the wharf complex, marina and South Australia's largest fishing fleet.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 10am to 5pm.

Rate From: $170.00

Whalers Way and Port Lincoln Town Tour - SHORTS

A visit to Whalers Way is a breathtaking experience indeed. A wonderland of cliffs, blowholes, crevasses, caves and beaches is yours to explore. Seasonal wildflowers and wildlife abounds. You will visit Cape Wiles, Black's Lookout, Cape Carnot, the Old Whalemen's Lookout and Theakstone's Crevasse. Then back to town for the best of Port Lincoln - Winter's Hill Lookout, Hollywood houses, the wharf complex, marina and South Australia's largest fishing fleet.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 10am to 5pm.

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Whalers Way and Port Lincoln Town Tour - SHORTS 09/10

A visit to Whalers Way is a breathtaking experience indeed. A wonderland of cliffs, blowholes, crevasses, caves and beaches is yours to explore. Seasonal wildflowers and wildlife abounds. You will visit Cape Wiles, Black's Lookout, Cape Carnot, the Old Whalemen's Lookout and Theakstone's Crevasse. Then back to town for the best of Port Lincoln - Winter's Hill Lookout, Hollywood houses, the wharf complex, marina and South Australia's largest fishing fleet.

Operates: Daily, at approximately 10am to 5pm.

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