Arkaba Walk ex Arkaba
Valid 21 March - 04 October 2019
Immerse yourself in one of Australia's great walks and discover ancient outback landscapes, abundant wildlife and the chance to sleep under the stars on a 3 Night, 4 Day Arkaba Walk from Arkaba.The Arkaba Walk operates from 21 March - 04 October 2019 with departures every Thursday throughout the season, with additional departures on a Friday during April, May, August and October. Walks operate with a minimum of two and a maximum of 10 guests.


Itinerary
DAY ONE |
Arkaba Homestead to Black's Gap Camp Make your way to Arkaba by 08:00 to meet your guides for a pre-walk debrief, before being transfered by road to Wilpena Pound. Set off on foot through the basin of Wilpena Pound before walking onto Arkaba's private property and descend into Black's Gap Signature Camp. |
DAY TWO |
Black's Gap Camp to Elder Camp A challenging hike through creeks and broken country approaching the foothills of the Elder Range to Elder Camp. |
DAY THREE |
Elder Camp to Arkaba Heritage Homestead Walk across varying terrain through Mallee and cypress forests before ascending the beautiful Red Range for views across the neighbouring ranges and crossing Arkaba Creek to arrive at the Arkaba Homestead. |
DAY FOUR |
Arkaba Homestead to Arkaba Woolshed There will be time for breakfast and perhaps a self-guided walk to the Arkaba Woolshed before check-out at 11:00. |
Price
$2,400 per person twin-share.Inclusions
Your four-day Arkaba Walk ex Arkaba package includes all meals, drinks, a naturalist guide and support vehicle taking your luggage between camps, two nights camping in deluxe swags on one of our famous star beds and one night in the 1850s Arkaba Homestead.As you will need to be at Arkaba by 10:00 the morning of your walk departure, we recommend spending one night somewhere close-by prior to your walk. Please enquire for assistance in making a reservation at Rawnsley Park Station or Wilpena Pound Resort - both within 25 minutes' drive of Arkaba.
Book
To book please call 1300 790 561 to speak to a Wild Bush Luxury specialist, click to contact us or book online.Book Now
Extra Services
Pre-walk accommodation in a one bedroom Eco-Villa at Rawnsley Park station with a continental breakfast Total for two guests |
$450 |
Scenic flights over Wilpena Pound to gain an aerial perspective of this ancient mountain landscape in a single engine aircraft 30 minutes (1 - 2 pax) 45 minutes (1 - 2 pax) 60 minutes (1 - 2 pax) Additional guests up to 4 - dependant on combined body weights |
$390 $550 $750 $195 |
One way road transfer from Port Augusta to Arkaba (v.v) Up to 4 people Up to 10 people with a luggage trailer *$100 surcharge travelling at dusk/dawn |
$150 $375 |
One way direct road transfer ex Adelaide to Arkaba (v.v) Approximately 6 hours with no lunch or scenic stops included Up to 2 people Up to 10 people |
$1,600 $2,100 |
One way scenic road transfer via Clare Valley ex Adelaide to Arkaba (v.v) Approximately 7-8 hours including scenic stops, lunch and wine tasting Up to 2 people, per vehicle Up to 10 guests, per vehicle |
$1,700 $2,600 |
One way air transfer ex Adelaide in a single engine aircraft including road transfer from Adelaide Domestic or International airport/Adelaide city hotel and 20 minute road transfer from Hawker airstrip to Arkaba Approximately 90 minutes Up to 2 people |
$2,750 |
One way air transfer ex Adelaide in a B200 Super King aircraft including road transfer from Adelaide Domestic or International airport/Adelaide city hotel and 20 minute road transfer from Hawker airstrip to Arkaba Approximately 50 minutes Up to 9 people |
$4,095 |
One way air transfer ex Kangaroo Island (Kingscote) in a single engine aircraft including 20 minute road transfer from Hawker airstrip to Arkaba Approximately 120 minutes Up to 2 people |
$2,795 |
One way air transfer ex Kangaroo Island (Kingscote) in a B200 Super King aircraft including 20 minute road transfer from Hawker airstrip to Arkaba Approximately 60 minutes Up to 4 people Up to 9 people |
$3,295 $5,595 |
Check-In and Check-Out
You will need to arrive at Arkaba Homestead by 08:00 on the morning of your walk to meet your guides for your pre walk briefing. Check-out is required by 11.00 on your departure day.
Exclusions
Scheduled domestic and international flights, comprehensive travel insurance, items of a personal nature, pre/post tour accommodation.
Family Policy
The Arkaba Walk is not suited for children under the age of 12.
Season
Weekly departures each Thursday between 21 March until 04 October 2019.
We will operate a twice weekly departure on Thursday and Friday in March, April, August, September and October.
Travel Insurance
Unforeseen circumstances may result in you having to change your plans or even cancel at the last moment. To protect non-refundable deposits and payments we strongly recommend you purchase comprehensive travel insurance. This is available from travel agents, some health care & credit card companies and via various websites.
We strongly recommend that all guests obtain travel insurance including a cancellation policy and emergency medical care. Please be sure to consider such things as pre-existing medical conditions, valuable items and that the policy is right for you. We are authorised to provide QBE Insurance. You can purchase insurance online with QBE Insurance here.
Terms and Conditions
Please read our terms and conditions before making a reservation.
