Top Activities on the Ground in South Australia

Explore the McLaren Vale wine region at your own pace with a full-day hop-on hop-off winery tour from Adelaide. After departing from the Adelaide CBD or McLaren Vale, ride on a comfortable bus to your choice of more than 15 winery stops. Hop on or off at any of the selected stops and enjoy the offerings (own expense). The full circuit takes approximately one hour to complete.

Our pedal assist electric bikes give you the opportunity to explore the network of bike trails within the McLaren Vale wine region and along the stunning Fleurieu Coastal esplanades. We have a range of eBikes including step-through cruisers, mountain bikes, cargo bikes, trikes, and tuktuks, with options for children and people with mobility limitations. We provide maps and can help you customise your itinerary, with lots of great suggestions such as routes for art lovers, or families with children, or wine connoisseurs, or those who like challenging themselves on the hills.... The region is blessed with more than 70 boutique cellar doors, gin distilleries and micro breweries to drop in on along the way, as well as award winning restaurants, country style bakeries, and seaside cafes. Enjoy the local wildlife and birds as you silently cruise past. There is something for everyone in McLaren Vale.

Skip a pedestrian visit to the Adelaide Oval—one of the region’s most recognized landmarks—for an excursion to the roof with unique city views. After a safety briefing and climbing into your suit and harness, follow your guide across a link bridge to an open viewing deck. From there, have the chance to walk a lean-out point 164 feet (50 meters) above the Oval’s cricket field.

Head out from the hustle and bustle of Adelaide for a relaxing day spent sampling the wines of the Barossa Valley. The full-day tour takes you to Whispering Wall, Kies Family Wines, Turkey Flat Vineyards, and Rosenvale Vineyards. At each beautiful location, enjoy guided wine tastings and gain insight into Barossa's wineries. At lunch, dine on a gourmet regional platter, showcasing the finest local produce around—the perfect day for wine connoisseurs and foodies alike.

• Explore scenic bush trails, take in sweeping views of deep gorges and admire seasonal waterfalls. • Spot koalas, kangaroos, echidnas and a variety of bird species in their natural habitat. • Small group capped at 6 hikers (contact us to discuss a private booking for larger groups). • Round trip transportation from Adelaide city centre included. Join a memorable adventure through the Australian bush and discover the beauty of Morialta Conservation Park: create memories to treasure and stunning photos to share! Wander past seasonal waterfalls, dramatic gorges and striking rock formations as your guide shares stories about the local flora and fauna. Keep an eye out for wildlife including koalas, kangaroos, echidnas and colourful bird species: it’s a true paradise for nature lovers! BY THE WAY ... Check out the details of our other hike: you might love that one too! It’s called “Deep Creek Hike: Trails and Tales with a Foreign Flair”.

Taste local wine at the best wineries in McLaren Vale on this small-group tour from Adelaide, with all transportation provided. Appreciate the wine samples without the worry of having to drive. Experience the scenery of your sojourn through the Fleurieu Peninsula. Lunch is included with a glass of wine. Groups are limited to 10 for an intimate experience.

If you’re traveling between Adelaide and Melbourne, don’t miss the land-based treasures en route. This 3-day tour covers the Great Ocean Road and Grampians National Park, ideal for travelers wanting to see more of Australia without the hassle of planning. Hike to waterfalls and lookout points, marvel at the Twelve Apostles, and more. Entrance fees, hotel pickup, and select meals are included, plus your choice of dorm beds and motel-style single or double rooms.

There's more to Adelaide than meets the eye. This self-guided walking quest reveals the city's secrets through interactive puzzles, riddles, and stories delivered straight to your smartphone. Follow the trail from stop to stop, each one unlocking a new piece of the puzzle. It's sightseeing meets adventure — and it's completely at your pace. Available 24/7, this 1–2 hour private quest needs no reservation. Available in 5+ languages.

Experience the beauty of the Kuitpo Forest south of Adelaide while trying an activity that’s both mentally and physically challenging at this treetop obstacle course. Four courses with a combined 59 obstacles, including rope courses and ziplines, take you up into the trees and test your nerve with their thrilling heights. Once set up with your safety equipment, explore as much as you like during your climbing time.

Explore the town of Hahndorf, Australia’s oldest surviving German settlement, on a half-day tour from Adelaide. Admire the heritage architecture on North Terrace; savor sweeping city views from Adelaide’s highest peak, Mt. Lofty; shop and taste at Beerenberg Farm; and enjoy some free time to explore Hahndorf. Includes afternoon tea or a beer tasting. Transportation in a climate-controlled vehicle, and onboard commentary, saves you having to self-drive.

This leisurely walking tour explores the North Terrace area of Adelaide. Filled with cultural institutions and other public buildings, this mile-long avenue also boasts many historical buildings, including an 1838 church, the colonial-era Ayers House, and the Adelaide Casino in a restored 1920s railway station. Tour highlights include Parliament House, Adelaide University, the War Memorial, and more.

Kick your Adelaide sightseeing up a gear and quickly travel between local landmarks on this e-bike small-group city tour. Ride around Adelaide highlights such as the Adelaide Oval, St. Peters Cathedral, and Old Adelaide Gaol, learning about the city from your guide as you go. Reward your light workout with a charcuterie board and wine tasting at the National Wine Centre of Australia.

Switch up your comfortable routine by adding some thrills to your day at an Adelaide adventure park. Get your adrenaline going by tackling treetop rope courses, ziplines, Tarzan swings, and other obstacles as you navigate this adventure park with a small group. Enjoy a couple of hours of fun specifically designed to challenge teens and adults in a beautiful outdoor environment.

There's plenty to see in Adelaide and its surrounding area, but knowing where to get started can be tough. Take out the guesswork and leave the logistics to someone else on this full-day tour that checks off multiple locations in one go. From the historic town of Hahndorf (once a German settlement), to Goolwa (where the Murrey River meets the sea), and Victor Harbor (a former whaling port), plus much more, there's plenty to see and do. Lunch is included to keep things simple.

Explore more of Kangaroo Island than you could on foot when you tour on the back of a fat electric bike. You can cover more ground than when riding a regular bike, and get less tired. Save your energy for admiring the views. Ride easily over sand dunes and other challenging terrain. Look out for many species of birds, as well as koalas in the wild.

Take a private 3.5-hour trike tour of the Barossa Valley that can be customized to your interests. Via headsets in the helmet you can hear your driver-guide’s commentary as you travel to top sights and stop to sample the region’s great food and wine. The itinerary is customizable but you can visit farm shops, a cheese maker, breweries, and wineries.

Experience the thrill of abseiling, all the while surrounded by sensational views. With support from qualified instructors, get to know the basics and then in no time at all enjoy the unique feeling of rappelling down a cliff face. With fantastic views of Morialta Conservation Park and St Vincent Gulf and the chance to spot koalas lazing about in the surrounding trees, this will be a quintessentially Australian experience.

Take on 3 adventures at once on this rock climbing, ziplining and 3-person mega swing experience in the forest. Immerse yourself in the forest and streams of Piccadilly, near Adelaide while you conquer your fears. If you are a beginner, relax knowing that our guides are there to help and encourage you.

On this self-guided two-night/three-day tour, cycle through the vineyards and rolling Australian countryside of Clare Valley without the hassle of a group of strangers holding you up or rushing you through your tour. Ride along the Riesling Rail Trail, a trail designed for experienced riders and non-riders alike, visiting a range of local cellar doors and sampling their wares. This leisurely excursion from Adelaide also includes a range of complimentary gourmet meals, making it a well-rounded way to experience the tastes of the Valley.

Travel from Adelaide to the historic Murray River without having to sort out your own transportation on this day trip. Take a lunch cruise on the river followed by free time in the town of Mannum. On the bus ride back, stop by a chocolate factory and cheesemaker to pick up some tasty souvenirs.

Walk through the Australian bush at Morialta Conservation Park while learning about the native flora and fauna from your guide. During this half-day excursion, see seasonal waterfalls, deep gorges, and sheer rock faces. Explore bush trails that lead to the Valley Walk, Kookaburra Rock, Giant’s Cave, Morialta Falls Plateau, and Eagles Nest Lookout. With a relaxed pace and small group setting, hike to three waterfalls along Fourth Creek, spot wild koalas among the gum trees, and learn about the park’s rich history and native plants.

On this half-day, small-group experience, pair an e-bike tour of Adelaide Hills with wine and food tastings. Take your e-bike along country lanes to three local wineries, a historic strawberry farm, and a cheese cellar. Taste plenty of local wines, sample hand-made cheeses, and carry back local food products and wine on the pannier bags included with your bike.

Experience the adrenaline rush of rock climbing and abseiling in one of South Australia’s most beautiful locations. With clear guidance from instructors, learn the basics of rock climbing and abseiling before scaling the natural rock faces of Morialta Gorge. With wonderful views of Morialta Conservation Park and St Vincent Gulf in the background and the chance to see koalas in the surrounding trees, this promises to be an memorable experience.