{"id":1490,"date":"2021-03-29T21:18:57","date_gmt":"2021-03-29T11:18:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/?p=1490"},"modified":"2022-06-14T16:25:00","modified_gmt":"2022-06-14T06:25:00","slug":"5-road-trips-in-south-australia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/5-road-trips-in-south-australia\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Most Epic Road Trips in South Australia"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite being one of Australia\u2019s lesser known destinations for years, South Australia is having a moment. Word is spreading about the many experiences on offer in the state, so it\u2019s no wonder that many visitors are flocking to it. Best of all, its size, varied attractions and high-quality roads make it an ideal choice for road trips.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The only difficulty is choosing where to go. To help you make this important decision, we\u2019ve enlisted a local to share with us the five best road trips in South Australia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/danny-lau-m1V93jKlElk-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"A Seal on Kangaroo Island\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/danny-lau-m1V93jKlElk-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/danny-lau-m1V93jKlElk-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/danny-lau-m1V93jKlElk-unsplash-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/danny-lau-m1V93jKlElk-unsplash-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/danny-lau-m1V93jKlElk-unsplash-2048x1153.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go Wild on Kangaroo Island<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Best for:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a little bit of everything!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Suggested time frame:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 3 &#8211; 4 days<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Distance: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The entire loop (with stop offs) is around 300 kilometres.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Located about a forty minute ferry trip from the mainland, Kangaroo Island is a paradise for travellers of all kinds &#8211; including road trippers. Thanks to its \u2018Goldilocks\u2019 size (not too big and not too small), it is ideal for exploring by car.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s possible to drive around the entire island in a day, however we recommend spending a little more time enjoying the many sights. From getting up close and personal with wildlife to sipping a Sauvignon Blanc over some jaw-dropping views, this road trip is as diverse as it is entertaining.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1483\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/zulkifli-hamzah-kQ1OywzdE5w-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Admiral's Arch on KI - one of the best road trips in South Australia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/zulkifli-hamzah-kQ1OywzdE5w-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/zulkifli-hamzah-kQ1OywzdE5w-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/zulkifli-hamzah-kQ1OywzdE5w-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/zulkifli-hamzah-kQ1OywzdE5w-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/zulkifli-hamzah-kQ1OywzdE5w-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note &#8211; this itinerary will take you to a few locations that are only accessible via dirt road. Make sure before you leave your car is roadworthy and in particular that your tyres are in good condition.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suggested itinerary\/highlights<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Land in sleepy <\/span><b>Penneshaw<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> after taking the car across on the Sealink ferry.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the beautiful views at <\/span><b>Prospect Hill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sample the locally-made wares at <\/span><b>Emu Ridge Eucalyptus Distillery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Clifford\u2019s Honey Farm<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop off in <\/span><b>American River<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to pick up some fresh (and absolutely delicious) seafood.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a magical walk with sea lions at <\/span><b>Seal Bay<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; this cannot be missed!<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learn about native birds (or, if you\u2019re feeling brave &#8211; reptiles!) at the always entertaining <\/span><b>Raptor Domain<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surf the dunes at <\/span><b>Little Sahara<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out <\/span><b>Vivonne Bay<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, once voted Australia\u2019s most beautiful beach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore <\/span><b>Flinders Chase National Park<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with its highlights including <\/span><b>Admiral\u2019s Arch, Cape du Couedic Lighthouse<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the <\/span><b>Remarkable Rocks<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet some cuddly critters at <\/span><b>Kangaroo Island Wildlife Park<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sample some local wine or spirits &#8211; don\u2019t miss the views (and the golf) at <\/span><b>Dudley Wines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/chaz-mcgregor-f66-oTghELc-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Beautiful beaches along the Eyre Peninsula\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/chaz-mcgregor-f66-oTghELc-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/chaz-mcgregor-f66-oTghELc-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/chaz-mcgregor-f66-oTghELc-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/chaz-mcgregor-f66-oTghELc-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/chaz-mcgregor-f66-oTghELc-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find Epic Adventure along the Southern Coast Trail<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Best for: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Epic adventures and epic oysters<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Suggested timeframe: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2 &#8211; 3 days<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Distance: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This entire trip (Whyalla to Ceduna) is close to 700 kilometres<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of Australia\u2019s best kept secrets &#8211; although maybe not for long &#8211; is South Australia\u2019s Eyre Peninsula. Rugged, adventure-filled and utterly captivating, this is a road trip that you won\u2019t soon forget. In fact, we rate it as not only one of the best road trips in South Australia &#8211; but one of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best in the whole country!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting in South Australia\u2019s \u201csteel city\u201d of Whyalla before traversing onward to Port Lincoln and surrounds, get ready for adventures. Whether your idea of an epic adventure is swimming with Great Whites, or devouring oysters pulled from the sea right in front of you &#8211; or anything in between &#8211; this road trip really delivers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suggested itinerary\/highlights<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in <\/span><b>Whyalla,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> checking out the brand new jetty and beautiful beach. If you\u2019re there in May to August, you can also swim with giant cuttlefish.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stop off in charming little <\/span><b>Cowell<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a humble lunch with picturesque views.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swim with great white sharks in <\/span><b>Port Lincoln<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; or seriously adorable and friendly sea lions, if that\u2019s more your style.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be wowed by the rugged beauty of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parks.sa.gov.au\/parks\/lincoln-national-park\"><b>Lincoln National Park<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Admire the koalas at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mikkirakoalas.com\/\"><b>Mikkira Station<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the pink lake of <\/span><b>Lake Macdonnell<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enjoy an epic mini road trip by driving <\/span><b>the Whaler\u2019s Way<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> near Port Lincoln<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don some coveralls and eat oysters &#8211; shucked right in front of you &#8211; at <\/span><b>Coffin Bay<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beach hop between <\/span><b>Port Lincoln<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Ceduna.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1479\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/michael-skopal-dqrfDkAOeos-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The Flinders Ranges - one of the best road trips in South Australia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/michael-skopal-dqrfDkAOeos-unsplash-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/michael-skopal-dqrfDkAOeos-unsplash-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/michael-skopal-dqrfDkAOeos-unsplash-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/michael-skopal-dqrfDkAOeos-unsplash-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/michael-skopal-dqrfDkAOeos-unsplash-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Discover the Outback in the Flinders Ranges\/Wilpena Pound<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best for: Outback adventures<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Suggest timeframe<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 1 day is OK, 2 is better<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Distance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Quorn to Wilpena Pound (via Hawker) is around 120 kilometres<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you head north from Adelaide, townships become fewer and further between, while the dirt becomes redder and the scenery becomes wilder. You\u2019re on your way to \u201cthe Far North\u201d, one of South Australia\u2019s most beautiful and untouched areas &#8211; and one of the best road trips in South Australia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first thing you notice about Flinders Ranges and Wilpena Pound are the stunning views &#8211; but beautiful as they are, they are just the beginning. Culture and history are in ample supply here, as is outback hospitality.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suggested itinerary\/highlights<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start in <\/span><b>Quorn<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a charming railway town that wouldn\u2019t look out of place in a Wild West movie. Check out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pichirichirailway.org.au\/\"><b>Pichi Richi Railway<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and even take a trip.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Drive around the <\/span><b>Buckaringa Gorge<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> loop for some spectacular views (or hike <\/span><b>Dutchman\u2019s Stern<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> instead).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out <\/span><b>Kanyaka Homestead Ruins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> near Hawker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hike, ride or fly around <\/span><b>Wilpena Pound<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the unique and jaw-dropping geological feature of the region<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cultural <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tour<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to learn more about the history and culture of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adnyamathanha, the traditional owners of the land in the northern Flinders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1477\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/james-dimas-7pHwnWbo1GY-unsplash-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"the McLaren Vale in South Australia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"678\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/james-dimas-7pHwnWbo1GY-unsplash-1024x678.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/james-dimas-7pHwnWbo1GY-unsplash-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/james-dimas-7pHwnWbo1GY-unsplash-768x508.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/james-dimas-7pHwnWbo1GY-unsplash-1536x1017.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/james-dimas-7pHwnWbo1GY-unsplash-2048x1356.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gastronomic Delights Abound on the Epicurean Way<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Best for:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Anyone who loves good food and wine<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Suggested timeframe:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 1 day<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Distance:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The McLaren Vale to Clare is around 250km. The journey from the Barossa to Clare adds approximately 100km, so this could be removed for non-wine enthusiasts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was a well kept secret for many years, but word is finally out &#8211; South Australia really is foodie paradise. So, if your idea of the perfect South Australian road trip involves delicious gastronomic delights, you\u2019d best set out for the aptly-named \u2018Epicurean Way\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this itinerary meanders you through some of the state\u2019s most famous wine regions, don\u2019t think it\u2019s all about the beverages. This itinerary will also introduce you to some of SA\u2019s best and most delicious dining experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note &#8211; if you are planning on sampling wine, please make sure someone is the designated driver!<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suggested itinerary\/highlights<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.darenberg.com.au\/\"><b>d\u2019Arenberg Cube<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the McLaren Vale\u2019s newest and most fabulous foodie hotspot<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sample some local wines or charcuterie platters from local producers such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/mollydookerwines.com.au\/\"><b>Mollydooker<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.alphaboxdice.com\/\"><b>Alpha Box and Dice<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Head for the Adelaide Hills, picking fresh fruit at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beerenberg.com.au\/\"><b>Beerenberg Farm<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, sampling cheese at <\/span><b>Woodside Cheese Wrights <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and indulging at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.melbaschocolates.com.au\/\"><b>Melba\u2019s Chocolate Factory<\/b><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try a beer, cider or gin at <\/span><b>Applewood Distillery<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the picturesque town of Gumeracha<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pick your own picnic or get a pre-packed basket at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maggiebeer.com.au\/visit-us\"><b>Maggie Beer\u2019s Farm Shop<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a Barossa Institution<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sample some of Australia\u2019s best red wine at wineries including <\/span><b>Rockfords<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Charles Melton<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Optional) Finish up at the Clare Valley trying wines at <\/span><b>Grosset Wines<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><b>Jim Barry,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recently named Australia\u2019s top winery<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-1478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lyrup-4932265_1920-1024x680.jpg\" alt=\"The Murray River in South Australia\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lyrup-4932265_1920-1024x680.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lyrup-4932265_1920-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lyrup-4932265_1920-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lyrup-4932265_1920-1536x1020.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/lyrup-4932265_1920.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lazy Days in the Riverland<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Best for:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Those looking to sit back and relax<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Suggested timeframe:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 4 hours to 2 days\u2026 it depends how slowly you want to take it!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Distance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: the entire loop below is around 100 kilometres<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your ideal road trip involves more \u201clazing by the river\u201d than \u201chitting the open road\u201d, the Riverland is really a treat. Relaxed and friendly, the Riverland is sometimes overlooked but not easily forgotten once you\u2019ve experienced it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With more than enough experiences to keep you interested but few long drives without stopping, this is the perfect itinerary for those wanting to recharge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suggested itinerary\/highlights<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swim or kayak along <\/span><b>Lake Bonney<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a much-loved holiday spot that is particularly popular with families<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take a cruise down the <\/span><b>Murray River<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on a boat tour, spotting birds and other wildlife on the riverbank<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sample some delicious, locally-grown fruit from humble stalls along the side of the road (especially in <\/span><b>Berri<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>Loxton<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sample some wines and enjoy delicious food at <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.banrockstation.com.au\/our-centre\/\"><b>Banrock Station<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; then watch the birds in their nearby wetland<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There you have it &#8211; five of the best road trips in South Australia (according to a passionate local). Have you tried any of these road trips before? Let us know in the comments!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget, while South Australia has safe, wide roads, it\u2019s always important to be prepared so tyre trouble doesn\u2019t ruin the fun! We recommend changing your tyres before you go, and making sure that they suit whatever terrain you\u2019re planning on visiting. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autohero.com.au\/\">our comparison tool<\/a> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">which can help you make the best choice for your trip, and your budget!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Despite being one of Australia\u2019s lesser known destinations for years, South Australia is having a moment. 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