Discovery Resorts - Wilpena Pound

Wilpena Pound Resort sits within the stunning Ikara Flinders Ranges National Park, surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in South Australia - 430 kilometres north of Adelaide. This extraordinary landscape is 800 million years old and has been home to the Adnyamathanha people for tens of thousands of years. Located at the entrance to Wilpena Pound itself, the resort is the perfect base for exploring this diverse and fascinating region. Guests enjoy a haven of outback hospitality with 60 hotel rooms, 15 glamping Safari Tents, and a picturesque campground set among towering red river gums. All hotel rooms are air conditioned and come with in-room fridge and television (some with kitchenettes), Safari Tents are air conditioned and feature a modern ensuite bathroom. The campground has powered and unpowered campsites, as well as permanent tents and bus bays. The resort offers a range of cultural tours guided by the local Adnyamathanha people themselves to experience this country from their eyes. Scenic flights and a multitude of self-guided and guided walks are also available from the resort. Resort facilities include the Ikara Lounge Bar and Bistro, Visitor Information Centre, an IGA Xpress general store, bottle shop, petrol, diesel and guest swimming pool....

Indicative Rates

$25 to $358

Accommodation prices do not include the Flinders Ranges National Park Entry Fees.

Product Types

• Apartments
• Caravan, Camping and Holiday Parks
• Hotels
• Motels
• Resorts

Accreditation

• ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
• Quality Tourism Accreditation
• EcoStar Accreditation
• Respecting Our Culture (ROC) Certified by Ecotourism Australia
• Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC

Tourism Organisation

• Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation

Facilities found here

• Bar
• Barbeque
• Cafe
• Carpark
• Communal Lounge
• Communal Shower
• Conference/Function Facilities
• Drive through sites available
• Dump point
• Family Friendly
• Gas
• Laundry
• Open Fireplace
• Outdoor Dining Area
• Outdoor Furniture
• Public Telephone
• Restaurant
• Swimming Pool
• Tour Desk

Accessibility Information

• Disabled access available, contact operator for details.

Activities you can engage in

• Four Wheel Driving
• Camping
• Cycling
• Swimming
• Walks

Rooms Available

• Edeowie Room

  

  Edeowie is a hotel style room with one queen bed and two single or bunk beds. The room also has lounge area, television, kitchenette, mini in-room fridge, complimentary tea & coffee, iron and ironing board, balcony and air conditioning. The room is suitable for up to six guests.

  Facilities found here

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Bath
  • Blankets
  • Hairdryer
  • Heating
  • Iron
  • Kitchenette
  • Linen supplied
  • Lounge/Dining Area
  • Microwave
  • Pay TV
  • Private Bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Tea/Coffee making facilities
  • Television

• Brachina Room

  

  The Brachina room is a comfortable studio style room with one queen bed. The room also has lounge area, television, air conditioning, as well as tea and coffee making facilities, an iron and ironing board and an ensuite bathroom. The room is suitable for up to two guests.

  Facilities found here

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Blankets
  • Hairdryer
  • Heating
  • Linen supplied
  • Private Bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Tea/Coffee making facilities
  • Television

• Ikara Glamping Safari Tent

  

  Ikara Safari Camp offers visitors to Wilpena Pound a new ‘glamping’ experience in the heart of Adnyamathanha country. Complete with king bed, ensuite, power, a mini refrigerator and air conditioning. Secluded from the main resort and campground, each tent is ideally positioned to take advantage of the spectacular views of the sun setting over Wilpena Pound. 13 safari tents sleep 2 people, and two family safari tents sleep up to four.

  Facilities found here

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Balcony
  • Blankets
  • Hairdryer
  • Linen supplied
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Private Bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Safe
  • Tea/Coffee making facilities

• Aroona Room

  

  The Aroona room is a comfortable studio style room with one queen bed and one single or bunk bed. The room also has lounge area, television, air conditioning, mini in-room fridge, and an iron and ironing board. The room is suitable for up to four guests.

  Facilities found here

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Blankets
  • Hairdryer
  • Heating
  • Iron
  • Linen supplied
  • Private Bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Tea/Coffee making facilities
  • Television

• Heysen Room

  

  The Heysen room is a comfortable superior style room with one queen bed and two single beds. The room also has lounge area, television, balcony, air conditioning, in room mini fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and an iron and ironing board. The room is suitable for up to four guests.

  Facilities found here

  • Air Conditioning
  • Alarm Clock
  • Balcony
  • Bath
  • Blankets
  • Electric Blankets
  • Hairdryer
  • Heating
  • Iron
  • Kettle
  • Linen supplied
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Private Bathroom
  • Refrigerator
  • Shower
  • Tea/Coffee making facilities
  • Television

• Powered Campsites

  

  The Wilpena Campground has 40 powered campsites of all sizes. Facilities include campfire pits and barbeques, three shower and toilet blocks, and two laundry areas. Petrol, gas, ice, firewood and groceries and liquor are available at the IGA Xpress general store, and a regular shuttle bus operates to the entrance to Wilpena Pound near Hill's Homestead.

  Facilities found here

  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Powered Site

• Unpowered Campsite

  

  Over 300 unpowered bush campsites spread out over 50 hectares under towering river red gums. The campground has three amenities blocks, two with laundry facilities, a pay phone, and is close to the general store selling groceries, petrol and firewood. The adjacent Visitor Information Centre books local tours and scenic flights over Wilpena Pound and the Ikara Flinders Ranges. Campground guests are welcome to use the resort pool, as well as the restaurant, bar and bistro.

  Facilities found here

  • Barbecue
  • Dining Area
  • Open fireplace
  • Outdoor Dining Area
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Unpowered Site
  • Washing Machine