Fossils of the Flinders

Explore Nilpena Ediacara National Park, a significant site for understanding early life on Earth. It features in Sir David Attenborough's 'Life on Earth' and was part of South Australia's 2018 World Heritage Listing nomination. Transport yourself 555 million years ago when the Flinders Ranges were submerged, home to the first animals, the Ediacara biota. Witness the preserved imprints of these ancient organisms and indulge in a regional dining experience at Prairie Hotel, including unique feral and indigenous produce with their own fossil-inspired wine or beer.

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Other Activities At Arkaba

Embrace your inner explorer and ‘Heli Hike’ along the spine of Arkaba's very own rainbow-hued Elder Range. More »

Embrace your inner explorer and ‘Heli Hike’ along the spine of Arkaba's very own rainbow-hued … More »

Embrace your inner explorer and ‘Heli Hike’ along the spine of Arkaba's very own rainbow-hued Elder Range. More »

For some of the best birds-eye views in Australia you can’t miss an air safari over Lake Eyre. More »

For some of the best birds-eye views in Australia you can’t miss an air safari … More »

For some of the best birds-eye views in Australia you can’t miss an air safari over Lake Eyre. More »

An opportunity to connect with the land through Aboriginal stories and learn of the deep interconnectedness that Adnyamathanha Elder Pauline … More »

An opportunity to connect with the land through Aboriginal stories and learn of the deep … More »

An opportunity to connect with the land through Aboriginal stories and learn of the deep interconnectedness that Adnyamathanha Elder Pauline McKenzie holds with Ikara - Flinders Ranges. More »

Gaining a true insight into what’s involved in conservation is one of the most rewarding experiences. More »

Gaining a true insight into what’s involved in conservation is one of the most rewarding … More »

Gaining a true insight into what’s involved in conservation is one of the most rewarding experiences. More »

An Arkaba walking safari is an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds, the scale and the space of outback … More »

An Arkaba walking safari is an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds, the scale … More »

An Arkaba walking safari is an opportunity to experience the sights and sounds, the scale and the space of outback Australia. More »

Dining around an old wool classing table on the outdoor terrace with the ever-changing light and sounds of the bush … More »

Dining around an old wool classing table on the outdoor terrace with the ever-changing light … More »

Dining around an old wool classing table on the outdoor terrace with the ever-changing light and sounds of the bush all around is a special experience. More »

Rugged topography provides spectacular panoramic vistas watching the rich red light of dusk against the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound. More »

Rugged topography provides spectacular panoramic vistas watching the rich red light of dusk against the … More »

Rugged topography provides spectacular panoramic vistas watching the rich red light of dusk against the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound. More »

Picturesque high ranges, plateaus, gorges, valleys and creek lines of The Flinders Ranges provide a huge variety of habitat for … More »

Picturesque high ranges, plateaus, gorges, valleys and creek lines of The Flinders Ranges provide a … More »

Picturesque high ranges, plateaus, gorges, valleys and creek lines of The Flinders Ranges provide a huge variety of habitat for wildlife and on any given day a game drive will reveal Arkaba’s hidden treasures. More »

Observe an array of wildlife including 36 different bird species, Western Grey Kangaroos, Red Kangaroos, Common Wallaroos, Echidnas, Sand Goannas, … More »

Observe an array of wildlife including 36 different bird species, Western Grey Kangaroos, Red Kangaroos, … More »

Observe an array of wildlife including 36 different bird species, Western Grey Kangaroos, Red Kangaroos, Common Wallaroos, Echidnas, Sand Goannas, Bearded Dragons, Shingleback Skinks and the Tawny Dragon endemic to Australia.  More »

Arkaba Conservancy have long been welcoming families who seek to share quality family time in beautiful surrounds of nature and … More »

Arkaba Conservancy have long been welcoming families who seek to share quality family time in … More »

Arkaba Conservancy have long been welcoming families who seek to share quality family time in beautiful surrounds of nature and wildlife. More »

Get a taste of the breadth and scope of the Flinders Ranges on this 7km walk which follows a return … More »

Get a taste of the breadth and scope of the Flinders Ranges on this 7km … More »

Get a taste of the breadth and scope of the Flinders Ranges on this 7km walk which follows a return track into Wilpena Pound and up to Wangara Lookout.  More »

Hold an exclusive and intimate bush wedding with close family and friends amid the spectacular outback vitas of Ikara - … More »

Hold an exclusive and intimate bush wedding with close family and friends amid the spectacular … More »

Hold an exclusive and intimate bush wedding with close family and friends amid the spectacular outback vitas of Ikara - Flinders Ranges. More »

Stop by the Prairie Hotel - iconic for it's innovative dishes with all-Australian ingredients. More »

Stop by the Prairie Hotel - iconic for it's innovative dishes with all-Australian ingredients. More »

Stop by the Prairie Hotel - iconic for it's innovative dishes with all-Australian ingredients. More »

Take a geological journey through ancient formations, 525 to 640 million years old and observe the Endangered Yellow-footed Rock-wallaby in … More »

Take a geological journey through ancient formations, 525 to 640 million years old and observe … More »

Take a geological journey through ancient formations, 525 to 640 million years old and observe the Endangered Yellow-footed Rock-wallaby in it's natural habitat. More »

Arkaba’s impressive scenery and remote location offers photographers first-class opportunities to capture the abundance of wildlife and natural beauty of … More »

Arkaba’s impressive scenery and remote location offers photographers first-class opportunities to capture the abundance of … More »

Arkaba’s impressive scenery and remote location offers photographers first-class opportunities to capture the abundance of wildlife and natural beauty of the Ikara - Flinders Ranges. More »

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