About this tour
Pilot a buggy through South Australia's Little Sahara for nearly two hours, exploring landscapes most visitors never reach. Your guide navigates you past ancient gum trees where koalas shelter along the Eleanor River, then cuts across to dramatic clifftop vistas above the Southern Ocean, before descending into a sprawling dune field. The tour combines wildlife spotting, coastal drama, and desert-style terrain in one compact outing based near Vivonne Bay.
Highlights
- Spot koalas in 500-year-old gum trees along Eleanor River
- Drive to rugged clifftops overlooking Southern Ocean and Antarctica beyond
- Access remote beach inaccessible by conventional transport
- Power through Little Sahara's genuine inland sand dunes
- Helmet and goggles supplied; experienced guide leads throughout
- Wheelchair accessible vehicles and facilities
What to expect
You'll climb into your buggy at Vivonne Bay and head straight into country that demands four-wheel drive. Early sections roll past river gums where you'll pause to look for koalas in the canopy. The guide then pushes toward the coast—expect windswept clifftops with raw ocean views and genuine isolation. A scramble down to a pristine beach gives you the sense of standing at the continent's edge. The final stretch shifts into pure sand dune riding: gentle slopes and open space that feels entirely removed from everyday life. Bring water and snacks; the pace is moderate but the terrain is genuinely remote.
Good to know
Located 90 minutes' drive from Penneshaw ferry terminal. No shuttle service or taxis available on-island, so arrange your own transport. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for all fitness levels; infants travel in prams.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.





