Explore the far west of South Australia's untouched wilderness and hidden gems. Venture off the beaten track with private 4WD tours led by passionate guides.
10/01/2025
A must-see on our tours, Lake MacDonnell, just south of Penong, is a natural masterpiece. With its vivid pink hues on one side and striking green tones on the other, this breathtaking contrast is a true highlight of the Far West Coast.
Formed by high salinity and algae and bacteria, this iconic spot is a photographer’s dream and a perfect example of the diverse landscapes we explore at Ancient Land Tours. Experience the remote like never before.
09/01/2025
The Far West Coast of SA holds traces of animals that lived tens of thousands of years ago. Walk through time with us on our tours.
Pictured is the fossilized cocoon of a giant weevil (Leptopius duponti). Photo credit: Steven Wade Veatch.
08/01/2025
Shaped by time and wind, the coastal dunes are more than just sand—they’re nature’s artwork. Come and see for yourself. "
07/01/2025
Spotting a thorny devil in the wild is a highlight of any tour! These little reptiles are a marvel of evolution.
Photo credit: Connor Margetts.
07/01/2025
Last year, we ditched single-use plastics for compostable materials, recycled nearly all waste, composted organics, switched to reusable cutlery and crockery, reduced fuel use with new routes, and planted 120 native trees to restore our region.
06/01/2025
Golden hues light up Murat Bay - there's nothing like a Ceduna sunset. Join our tours and experience these unforgettable moments before you depart.
19/12/2024
The dingo: an icon of the Australian Outback. On our tours, you'll learn how these intelligent animals survive in the landscape.
Photo credit: Michael Hines, Australian Museum.
17/12/2024
Christmas may come in December, but out here in the Far West of SA, nature decorates early!
These rare native plants paint the landscape with festive reds and greens in August and September—long before the tinsel and lights come out. Some even hold deep significance as Aboriginal bush foods and medicines, reminding us of the enduring wisdom of Country.
While you celebrate the season, why not plan your visit to experience this natural wonderland for yourself? Explore the beauty. Walk the land. Welcome to the Far West of SA.
Chinta Air - The Outback Air Charter & Scenic Flight Specialists
EP Cruises - Fowlers Bay Whale Tours
Head of Bight Whale Watching Centre
ZoeEmily Events
Oyster Deck Experience
Ceduna Visitor Information Centre
Nullarbor Roadhouse
Ceduna National Trust Museum
Arts Ceduna
Ceduna Foreshore Hotel Motel
Ceduna Shelly Beach Caravan Park
09/12/2024
Majestic and rare, the White-bellied Sea Eagle soars over coastal cliffs. Witness this incredible predator in its natural habitat. 🌊🦅
06/12/2024
Step back in time—millions of years, to be exact. The Nullarbor is a living museum of ancient marine fossils and dramatic rock formations. Let us guide you through this geological wonderland. 🪨
02/12/2024
Exploring responsibly matters. At Ancient Land Tours, we tread lightly, leaving landscapes as pristine as we find them. Join us for a journey where adventure meets sustainability. 🌱
01/12/2024
Did you know the Far West of South Australia is home to the Southern Hairy-nosed Wombat? These hardy marsupials thrive in one of Australia’s harshest environments. Meet them on our tours! 🐾
27/11/2024
Vast horizons, ancient landscapes, and timeless wonders. The Nullarbor isn't just a destination; it's an experience like no other. Discover the magic of Australia’s Far West with us. 🧡
03/09/2024
A visit to Goog's Lake along the track is a fabulous day out from Ceduna. Join us to experience this iconic 4WD destination ... with catering by ZoeEmily Events
Oyster Deck Experience
EP Cruises - Fowlers Bay Whale Tours
Head of Bight Whale Watching Centre
Ceduna Visitor Information Centre
Chinta Air - The Outback Air Charter & Scenic Flight Specialists
11/08/2024
Wintertime on the edge of the Nullarbor Plain is the perfect time to see the Southern Right whale. Join our 4WD tours for a unique perspective of these amazing marine mammals, and find out more about the stunning geology and scenery, and animals of the Nullarbor.
Catering by ZoeEmily Events.
Head of Bight Whale Watching Centre
Nullarbor Roadhouse
EP Cruises - Fowlers Bay Whale Tours
Chinta Air - The Outback Air Charter & Scenic Flight Specialists
Ceduna Visitor Information Centre
Oyster Deck Experience
11/08/2024
At the beginning and at the end of the day, the Nullarbor Plain is awesome. Join our 4WD tours for a unique perspective on the stunning geology and scenery, and animals of the Nullarbor.
Catering by ZoeEmily Events.
Nullarbor Roadhouse
Chinta Air - The Outback Air Charter & Scenic Flight Specialists
EP Cruises - Fowlers Bay Whale Tours
Head of Bight Whale Watching Centre
Ceduna Visitor Information Centre
Oyster Deck Experience
22/07/2024
It was a privilege to work with the scientists on this project to secure the DNA of ancient dingo specimens; their important work informs and contributes to the conservation this iconic Australian animal.
Monday mammal.
Dingoes are found through most of our region, where they play an important ecological role in controlling the numbers of kangaroos and other grazing species. They also help to minimise the numbers of cats and foxes, protecting many native species from feral predators.
New DNA research shows dingoes do not share ancestry with domestic dogs introduced from Europe, but are descended from ancient dogs and wolves from China and the Tibetan plateau.
While dingoes are often referred to as wild dogs, DNA studies show that the vast majority of dingoes are pure-bred and not hybrids with domestic dog ancestry. https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/09/modern-day-dingoes-already-established-across-australia-thousands-of-years-ago-research-finds
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Our Story
Ancient Land Tours offers small groups the chance to get off the beaten track into an area of outstanding natural beauty; our immersive tours provide a genuine remote experience. We specialise in catering for family and friendship groups.
We offer half-day and full day tours into the Warna Manda Coastal Parks of the Far West of South Australia. Warna meaning ‘sea’, and Manda meaning ‘ground’ or ‘sand’ in the Wirangu Language.
We will drive in a 4WD out of Ceduna and go off the beaten track to the iconic coastline where we will visit remote beaches, bays, and dunes, and witness nature at its best. We will stop for short walks close to the vehicle, to observe nature, including birds, animals, and reptiles (and possibly whales in season). The Far West is one of the last places in South Australia to open up to tourism.
Feel the spirit of this ancient land.
There is no other place like the remote Far West of SA for short adventures and to connect with nature. Feel the spirit of this ancient land through nature-based 4WD tours to coastal parks not previously available.
Your guide Steve Milner has been exploring the Far West of SA for nearly 30 thirty years. He is an expert in the caves and country of the Far West and the Nullarbor and is passionate about building knowledge of this extraordinary place through observation and exploration. Steve is a keen amateur photographer, palaeontologist and anthropologist.
Ancient Land Tours is a new business incorporating a chauffeured licensed 4WD Vehicle, and is an accredited business with a Commercial Tour Operators Licence for operation on National Parks (SA). Ancient Land Tours has recently attained COVID-19 Safe accreditation.
Experiences – Short adventures.
Our Warna Manda tours explore relatively undisturbed coastal dune systems with associated samphire community and mallee woodland. The ecosystems provide important habitat for the spinifex hopping mouse, short-beaked echidna, and numerous bird species including coastal raptors.
There are unparalleled photography and bird watching opportunities, and we may be lucky to see native animals including dingos, wombats, and kangaroos. When coastal plants flower and fruit, they add an extra dimension and interest in a semi-arid landscape.
Included is a visit to a place of outstanding natural beauty including headlands, high cliffs, sheltered bays, and long sandy beaches. Occasionally whales can be seen from the cliffs (May to October).
