Visits, tours and stays

A unique experience

Arid Recovery offers members of the general public, schools, community and corporate groups various options to get up close to rare and endangered native species in a naturally wild arid zone environment. Some, such as the Burrowing Bettong, are the only populations on mainland Australia, making this unique opportunity to interact with them in a natural environment, a very special experience for visitors.

Join a Sunset Tour.

Our unique arid zone discovery tours commence with a short walk to a viewing platform where you will take in a diversity of Reserve habitats bathed in the stunning glow of a spectacular outback sunset. From there your tour guide will lead you through a maze of animals tracks, many not seen in the 'outside world', exploring dunes, swales and gibber, to arrive at our nocturnal hide where on most occassions you will get up close to unique native animals, some not seen anywhere else on the Australian mainland, and on the return journey your guide will assist you to spotlight nocturnal wildlife as you pass through stark arid zone woodland.
Being a natural environment, we cannot guarantee what you will see, but we can guarantee a unique and moving experience.

For more details

For more information or to book contact:
The Arid Recovery Office on 08 8671 8282 or
The Roxby Downs Visitor Information Centre on (08) 86712001.

Tour Pricing

Proceeds from tours go towards Arid Recovery conservation projects.
All tours include 12 month subscription to the Friends of Arid Recovery.

Adult - $35 per person
Children - under 12 free (when accompanied by a paying adult)
Concession - $20 per person

Friends of Arid Recovery are entitled to receive a discount on tour prices.

What to Bring

Please wear sturdy footwear, hat and long pants and carry with you drinking water. You may wish to bring a snack and your own torch (optional, the guide will have a spotlight), and keep a keen eye.

Corporate and Volun-tourism Stays:

Arid Recovery offers limited opportunities for corporate development and leadership group stays of up to 5 nights in duration, incorporating volunteer work assisting with special projects. This rewarding experience will challenge perceptions of life’s priorities, especially for those that spend their hours in city working environments.

Options for stays and booking forms

For more information or to discuss a booking please contact the Volunteer and Community Officer or use the booking form below.

Booking Form