Guide to the Eyre Peninsula

Wildlife experiences in the Eyre Peninsula are epic. You can swim with playful sea lions, energetic dolphins and even giant, colour-changing cuttlefish. You’ll get up close to all of these incredible animals on a swimming safari.

Dotted along the coastline you’ll find caverns, tunnels, cliffs, crevices and blowholes. Visit Talia Caves to admire the craggy formations carved by waves, explore the nearby beach or venture deeper into a crater.

The Eyre Peninsula is renowned for its seafood. Along the Seafood Frontier, you’ll enjoy oysters straight from the sea, fresh fish with ocean views and incredible marine experiences. Check out the itinerary for a tasty road trip.

There’s plenty of outback to be explored in the region. Take a wilderness safari to the Gawler Ranges to marvel at red rock formations, a white salt lake and abundant wildlife. Add on a few nights’ stay in a beautiful bush camp. 

The Neptune Islands, located just south of the Eyre Peninsula, are the only place in Australia where you can cage dive with great white sharks. Come face-to-face with these incredible ocean predators in an experience you’ll never forget. 

Each year, whales venture close to the shores to birth and rear their youth. On a whale watching tour you can experience the magical moment a whale comes to the surface to breach, spyhop or slap its tail. 

If you’re up for an adventure across the wide-open outback, then it’s time to cross the Nullarbor. Along the way you’ll find breathtaking coastal cliffs, sweeping sand dunes and even the world’s longest golf course. Find the itinerary here.

With an endless coastline, there are plenty of empty beaches in the Eyre Peninsula, though you may need to share the sand with friendly kangaroos. From epic surf waves to seaside picnics, you’ll find a beach to suit. Here are a few of the best.

Nestled within the bush near Port Lincoln is Tanonga, a luxury eco retreat that offers the ultimate nature getaway. Outside of your sun-drenched lodge you’ll find walking trails, native wildlife and stunning views of the sea and sky.