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The Flinders Ranges Tag-a-Long concluded after a couple of days in Clare and then to our final stop at Melrose nestled a...
06/11/2024

The Flinders Ranges Tag-a-Long concluded after a couple of days in Clare and then to our final stop at Melrose nestled at the foot of Mt Remarkable.
The day tour of Clare took in the local history of the area, Pikes Winery for lunch, historic Martindale Hall and Sevenhill Cellars, the original winery in the Clare Valley, with vines planted in 1851. Sevenhill showcases the significant heritage and history of the Jesuits in the development of the colony.
Martindale Hall built of local sandstone in 1879/80 in the Georgian style is awe inspiring for it's grandeur and beauty. It has been used in many movies notably Picnic At Hanging Rock.
A huge thank you to the wonderful group who made up this safari and it's success.
Safe onward travels to you all and we look forward to catching up again.

All frocked up today for Winery tour, followed by raffle and sausage sizzle tonight. Will they go the distance?
01/11/2024

All frocked up today for Winery tour, followed by raffle and sausage sizzle tonight. Will they go the distance?

30/10/2024

Oh What A Feeling to be in the Flinders Ranges with Xpedition Tag-a-Long Tours.

The Yellow Footed Rock Wallabies deserve a post of their own.This colony venture into Arkaroola most days. They get a sm...
30/10/2024

The Yellow Footed Rock Wallabies deserve a post of their own.
This colony venture into Arkaroola most days. They get a small sample of pellets but are not dependent upon this food. Their colony is approximately two kilometres away..
One joey was rescued after being attacked by their main predator, eagles. He was hand reared for 5 months and pushed back into the wild at 7 months.
After many months went by he came back and looked through the window showing off some of his mates.
The trend continues to this day.

The Flinders Tag-a-Long aired down and ventured to Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary on the dirt. Despite some trepidation ...
30/10/2024

The Flinders Tag-a-Long aired down and ventured to Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary on the dirt. Despite some trepidation the road was being graded and for the most part excellent going.
In 1968 the Sprigg family acquired the lease of the Arkaroola sheep station. It was infested with feral animals and heavily overgrazed. The intention was to protect the region's geology and ecology.
The efforts were rewarded in 2012 when the SA parliament penned the Arkaroola Protection Act to protect it from any further mining.
Around 100 geologists from around the world come to Arkaroola each year to study it's unique landscape.
There have been approximately 50 PHd's done on the Arkaroola Conservation area.
The flora consists of River Red gums, Cypress pines, Mulga, Coolibah. Spfinex is also plentiful. Grass trees are found majestically sitting atop granite outcrops. Native orange trees with fruit tasting like passionfruit can be found as well as native limes.
Arkaroola is noted for it's Yellow Footed Rock Wallaby colonies. Numbers are estimated at 3000/4000 and have been as high as 8000 pre millennium drought. Euros and Red Kangaroo are also plentiful.
Arkaroola is only the second Dark Sky Sanctuary in Australia having some of the clearest skies in the Southern Hemisphere free from atmospheric light pollution and runs three different astronomy experiences for guests. The first Sanctuary being Warrunbungle NP near Coonabarabran.
Arkaroola boasts many walking tracks and the Ridge Top Tour to Sillers Lookout is a world class attraction.
As Arnie said "l'll be back".

27/10/2024

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary

From Cradock the Flinders Tag-a-Long travelled to Wilpena Pound. Cast your mind back a mere 500 million years and the ar...
27/10/2024

From Cradock the Flinders Tag-a-Long travelled to Wilpena Pound. Cast your mind back a mere 500 million years and the area that is the Flinders Ranges consisted of sedimentary rock layers on the sea floor. The buckling/folding that took place back then formed Wilpena Pound and surrounds. The group took a 4wd tour into the Bunyeroo, Brachina gorges where the buckling has tilted the earth's layers almost vertical. Fault lines in the earth's crust are clearly visible here and monitored by seismograph in Hawker recording minute and significant movements as far as the Asia/Pacific region.
What is now considered by geologists and palaeontologists world wide as the most significant event in geological history and life on earth is recorded in a level of rock within the Flinders Ranges referred to as the Edicara Biota, revealing the first multicellular animals (metazoans) on the planet.
The late Dr Reg Sprigg AO, has been credited with making this amazing discovery in the Ediacara Hills West of Beltana in 1946.
Guess where we are headed to next, none other than Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary, acquired by the Sprigg family in 1968.
To say this is a special place is an understatement.

25/10/2024

Where are we?

The 2024 Flinders Ranges Xpedition Tag-a-Long commenced in Cradock, which was settled in the late 1800s. With high hopes...
22/10/2024

The 2024 Flinders Ranges Xpedition Tag-a-Long commenced in Cradock, which was settled in the late 1800s. With high hopes, farmers settled on land north of the Goyder Line in the belief that the rain would follow the plough. As is the case, mother nature had the final say.
Participants are in for an absolute treat as we traverse one of the most significant geological wonders of Australia.

Catching up on the last few days of safari, we spent 3 nights on the western part of the island with free time to explor...
19/10/2024

Catching up on the last few days of safari, we spent 3 nights on the western part of the island with free time to explore Flinders Chase NP and we had a very informative and interesting guided walk through Hanson Bay Wildlife. We travelled on to Seal Bay with a Ranger guided walk down to the Sea Lions on the beach, no fear of not seeing a Seal Lion here!

Continuing on we had a night at Discovery Lagoon then made our way to Emu Bay Lavender for some lunch and lavender scone...
16/10/2024

Continuing on we had a night at Discovery Lagoon then made our way to Emu Bay Lavender for some lunch and lavender scones.

Leaving EmuRidge we had a stop at Cliffords Honey Farm where the honey ice cream was a big hit! We stayed the night at ...
14/10/2024

Leaving EmuRidge we had a stop at Cliffords Honey Farm where the honey ice cream was a big hit! We stayed the night at Murray Lagoon NP which had a beaut undercover bbq shed and nice big bbq so the fundraiser bacon and egg breakfast was to be!

Leaving Pennishaw we stopped at Prospect Hill Lookout with a fair few of the group braving the 500 steps to the top for ...
11/10/2024

Leaving Pennishaw we stopped at Prospect Hill Lookout with a fair few of the group braving the 500 steps to the top for the amazing view, the highest point on the island. From there we went to Emu Ridge Distillery for a very informative tour and lunch.

We arrived on Kangaroo Island with a couple nights at Penneshaw. Our first adventure was to go on an ocean safari with ...
09/10/2024

We arrived on Kangaroo Island with a couple nights at Penneshaw. Our first adventure was to go on an ocean safari with who did a great job of showing us the beautiful coastline around Penneshaw and the local marine life

Kangaroo Island safari 2024 has kicked off at Murray Bridge with a tour into the Monarto Zoo, this zoo surprised many, i...
04/10/2024

Kangaroo Island safari 2024 has kicked off at Murray Bridge with a tour into the Monarto Zoo, this zoo surprised many, it was a great experience.

All set up at the CMCA national rally, if your at the rally come and say hi
24/09/2024

All set up at the CMCA national rally, if your at the rally come and say hi

Time flies!! another safari finished with Kimberley & Beyond finishing on Saturday. Thankyou to everyone who came along...
28/08/2024

Time flies!! another safari finished with Kimberley & Beyond finishing on Saturday. Thankyou to everyone who came along and a big thank you to John and Judy for being the tour guides on this safari. Safe travels and we will see you again🙂

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Oh What A Feeling to be in the Flinders Ranges with Xpedition Tag-a-Long Tours.

Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary

Where are we?

The Flinders Ranges Xpedition Tag-a-Long is meeting at Cradock this afternoon. Settled in the 1860's it was thought that "rain would follow the plough" but as usual mother nature had her way and scripted a different story.

Outback to Gulf Safari enjoying the scenery between Winton and Boulia, spectacular

Fun and games on safari
Fun and games on safari

Outback To Gulf Safari 2024
Outback To Gulf Safari 2024

Outback to Gulf Safari 2024 has begun with some nice crisp weather at Tambo, we all braved the cold to watch the infamous chicken races followed by a dinner at the Hotel. The next day we started our travel heading through Blackall for a very informative tour of the Woolscour...stay tuned

Outback to Ocean safari came to an end last week at Red Rock, only a small group but they had a great time and a big thank you to Richard for guiding the safari👏. We met up with the group at Red Rock to cook a BBQ for the final dinner and it was great to catch up with everyone.

Limited space left only on these safaris. If you haven't booked yet, don't delay! - Outback to Gulf starting 16 July - exploring western Qld and Gulf areas - Flinders Ranges starting 20 October - Central, North & Southern Flinders - Peninsula Xpedition starting 8 November - Yorke and Eyre Peninsula Itineraries and prices on our website www.xpeditiontagalongtours.com.au 😊

ONE spot has now become available on the upcoming Darling River Run Safari starting on 16 June at Nindigully Pub, itinerary and prices on our website www.xpeditiontagalongtours.com.au

Here is part 2 of our safari reunion video at Billy'o Bush Retreat

Xpedition Tagalong Tours Reunion at Billy O Bush Retreat
Xpedition Tagalong Tours Reunion at Billy O Bush Retreat

Wow what a great couple days at at Billy'O Bush Retreat for our first ever reunion. Thankyou to everyone who came and made this such a fantastic event. Lots of catch ups, entertainment, games, happy hour and more! We had some great gifts for the lucky door prize and RFDS raffle, a big thanks to HEMAmaps, CMCA and everyone else who donated prizes , $1275 was raised towards RFDS. Here is a snippet of the reunion, more footage to come! #hemamaps #billyobushretreat #cmca #xpeditiontagalongtours #RFDS

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Xpedition Tagalong tours

We personalise every trip so that you get the most out of your adventure holiday. It’s more than just a drive, enjoy the friendship, adventure and amazing sights along the way. We take the worry out of you having to organise your trip, accommodation, even fuel stops. We have it all covered for you.

Feel safe and secure in the knowledge you have experienced tour leaders guiding you through some of Australia’s most beautiful iconic destinations and remote locations. We offer adventure tagalongs taking you to Flinders Ranges, Coober Pedy, Uluru, the Kimberleys, Top End, Victorian High Country and so much more. We also offer short day trips and weekend trips around South East Queensland and the NSW Northern Rivers area.