On this 10-night voyage explore South Australia’s islands and gulf waters, which are some of the best-kept secrets of the Australian coastline. With 5000km of deserted shoreline and more than 300 islands, this region offers a diversity of natural wilderness including spectacular bays, remote islands and stunning sea-cliffs. Best of all, it remains wild and unspoilt. Experience a real sense of adventure and a vast array of wildlife – many of the islands are important sanctuaries for birds, kangaroos, wallabies, seals and sea lions. Along the way, indulge in the tastes of South Australia with fresh local seafood and wines complemented with our traditional warm Australian hospitality.
- Visit some of South Australia’s most historic lighthouses at Cape Willoughby and Troubridge Island and learn their stories
- See native wildlife including playful dolphins, sea lions, emus, rock wallabies, kangaroos and numerous birds at national parks and protected habitats
- Collect and shuck your own oysters fresh from the sea at Coffin Bay, paired with local wines
- Enjoy sunset sailing past the stunning coastal formations of Cape Jervis and Kangaroo Island
- Meet the abalone divers of Eyrewoolf Abalone and taste pan-seared green-lip abalone on the beach at Flinders Island
- Be rewarded with striking views and peaceful native forest environs on South Australia’s coastal walking trails at Cape Donington & Lashmar Conservation Park
- Enjoy a variety of walks including the coastal walks at Cape Willoughby, dune walk at Point Sir Isaac, beach walks at Reevesby and Forest walks of Cape Donington and Lashmar Conservation Park
- Learn from our Guest Lecturers of the fascinating Indigenous heritage and exploration history of Matthew Flinders
- Enjoy refreshing dips in the turquoise waters and relax on deserted silica white beaches