How to Prepare for the Best Walks in the Flinders Ranges
How to Prepare for the Best Walks in the Flinders Ranges
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Are you passionate about photography and capturing some of the most stunning birds, flora and fauna in their natural environments? Do you love traversing ancient paths and exploring rugged landscapes during the blossoming wildflowers season?
If so, then our Flinders Ranges guided walking tour at Inspiration Outdoors may be the perfect trip to add to your travel itinerary.
Why Choose a Walking Tour to Explore the Flinders Ranges?
Guided walking tours allow you to immerse yourself and fully appreciate the environments around you at a steady pace. Whether it’s exploring the diverse birds, marsupials, and reptiles, or traversing the thriving Ranges during the wildflowers season, there is so much to see, learn and enjoy on these tours.
Combined with knowledgeable guides, budding social connections, the best photography opportunities on offer in the region, and filled itineraries, finding yourself along one of the best walks in the Flinders Ranges can become a once-in-a-lifetime experience that stays with you long after the holiday ends.
What is Included on the Best Walks in the Flinders Ranges?
Our Flinders Ranges guided walking tour spans seven days and covers seventy-five kilometres of some of the best landscapes for walks in South Australia. You can spy everything from colourful birds and unique fauna to majestic vistas and iconic landmarks, no matter the season.
Across a series of day walks, carrying only a day pack, you will have the opportunity to discover a variety of beautiful areas like Dutchman’s Stern and Wilpena Pound, dabbling in photography and experiencing the different types of flora and fauna in their natural habitat.
Some areas we explore for sightings of wildlife, like birds, and flora, like the picturesque wildflowers, are made up of medium to challenging rocky terrain. As such, we recommend building a moderate fitness level to complete and enjoy these walks.
Our Flinders Ranges Walks in Wildflowers Season
Discover stunning flora and wildflowers, birds and unique fauna, as well as truly breathtaking landscapes – without a doubt, nature is found at its best in the Flinders Ranges.
At Inspiration Outdoors, we offer a guided walking tour through the heart of the Flinders Ranges, allowing travellers to revel in the beauty and tranquillity of their surroundings. We have a variety of 2023 dates available and a flexible, engaging itinerary that will delight any walking enthusiast with a love of nature and photography.
6 Things to Consider When Preparing for Your Flinders Ranges Tour
Unless you are a seasoned walking tour aficionado and photography expert, there will be a certain level of preparation you will need to undertake to ensure you experience the best from your walks.
Here are six of the best ways to prepare before embarking on your Flinders Ranges adventure.
1. Receive a Medical Check-Up or Physical
Before jumping in and exploring the beautiful birds, flora and fauna of the Flinders Ranges, it is essential to ensure you are medically prepared to depart with a medical check-up or physical from your local health practitioner.
Not only will this give you peace of mind before you start trekking some of the best walks in Flinders Ranges, but it will also help to avoid any potential medical problems once you’re away. For example, your doctor may need to provide you with prescriptions to last the duration of your trip, or you may be told that you need more time to build up your strength and endurance.
2. Be Ready to Walk Amongst the Birds, Wildlife and Wildflowers this Season
Speaking of fitness levels, your physical preparation will determine how active you can be on your walks through the Flinders Ranges, as well as how much of the beautiful wildlife and wildflowers you will experience. The tour isn’t overly taxing, but it helps to be physically equipped.
Introducing some strength and cardio training throughout your prep will help you to become more comfortable exploring different areas and terrains, and allow you to enjoy the unique flora and fauna without being out of breath! Take the time to prepare your feet for a long hike, such as increasing your strength, agility, and flexibility. You can even work with professional trainers to help you create a targeted program based on the intensity levels of your planned walks to build your overall endurance.
3. Experiment with Weights
While it will be impossible to exactly replicate the conditions you will experience on the walks in Flinders Range, you can best prepare yourself for what lies ahead by considering any added weights you will be carrying. For example, consider whether your pack will be full of sightseeing and photography equipment. How much extra weight will this add to your load? How much can you comfortably manage right now?
These questions are vital to creating an effective preparation program for walking amongst the wildlife and wildflowers of the Flinders Ranges this season. Start by training with a day pack to ease yourself into your workout routine, and go from there.
4. Pack Light
Given the points above, you want to strike the right balance between packed essentials and manageable weight. We recommend you do yourself a favour and pack light for your Flinders Ranges walks.
Consider the equipment you want to take versus what you will really need. For example, you want to invest in:
- A good pair of hiking boots (discussed in more detail below)
- Comfortable and durable clothing that will withstand the rigours of the trail
- A well-sized water bottle, as the Flinders Ranges can get quite hot and dry during the summer months
- A hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, as the sun can be intense in this part of the world
In addition to the basic gear, there are a few other items you may want to consider bringing on your walking tour. Your own first-aid kit is always a good idea, in case of any mishaps or injuries while on the trail.
5. Find the Right Footwear
Footwear deserves special mention. You’re going to spend a lot of time on your feet, and encounter rough terrain on your Flinders Ranges walks. In these instances, it is vital to find the proper footwear to avoid accidents. Comfortable hiking boots with good support and grip are ideal for these walking tours. Make sure you break them in before your trip to enjoy maximum comfort amongst the wildlife and wildflowers.
6. Familiarise Yourself with the Flora & Fauna for Each Season
Knowing part of what to expect can lend an extra dimension to your walking tour experience. If you have specific birds or other wildlife you want to see, or you are interested in knowing more about the wildflowers season in the Ranges, learning more about what you may find ahead of time will better prepare you for those photography opportunities. This, in turn, will allow you to capture every special moment with the unique flora and fauna.
Start Planning Your Flinders Ranges Walks with Inspiration Outdoors this Season
Contact our Inspiration Outdoors team today if you are interested in embarking on one of our best walks in the Flinders Ranges this season and getting amongst the local wildflowers and wildlife.
Get ready for incredible photography opportunities, encountering fauna like birds and marsupials, discovering unique flora, and more when you visit this fantastic destination during the wildflowers season.
Book now or learn more by exploring our FAQs, emailing [email protected] or calling us at 1300 544 882.
