The busy city was established in 1854 and has a very interesting Outback Centre featuring displays on Aboriginal and Outback history and other interesting things to do.
You can also join tours around the Northern Power Station and the Royal Flying Doctor Service, both of which are very interesting and informative.
Heading north out of town you will come across the beautiful Australian Arid Lands Botanic Gardens, with some marvellous walks around the 250 hectares of land. You also shouldn't miss the Apex Camel Cup held in August/September.
There is a selection of accommodation in Port Augusta many serving meals as well. You can get to Port Augusta by train or bus. Both the Ghan (heading to Northern Territory) and the Indian Pacific (heading to Western Australia) pass through Port Augusta. All of the buses leave from the bus station on McKay Street, with Premier Stateliner offering local services and Greyhound Pioneer offering long distance services.
Featured Port Augusta Activities
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Four Day Camel Safari(EX2016) (Adventures) Our Four Day Camel Safari is a magnificent way to experience the great Australian Outback. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are fully catered for and are accompanied with either South Australian Wines or r...
Ocean to Outback Camel Ride(EX2018) (Bushwalking, Nature & Wildlife) A rare opportunity to experience a timeless land. The Flinders Ranges, arguably Australia’s most spectacular arid mountain range is also her most accessible. Just three hours north of Adelaide the S...
Breakfast Camel Ride(EX2026) (Bushwalking, Nature & Wildlife) There is no better time to be out and about than when the sun has just come up and all of the wildlife is still around. It is a one hour ride followed by a cooked or continental breakfast – or both ...
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