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Arkaba Station

ARKABA HOMESTEAD

Wild Luxury in Flinders Ranges

Set amongst 60,000 acres on a private wildlife conservancy, Arkaba boasts private rooms within a beautifully restored homestead. Guests enjoy a verandah offering lovely rural views and a guest lounge with a fireplace. Originally built in 1856, this property backs onto the Elder Range and Wilpena Pound in the Flinders Ranges. An infinity pool overlooks Arkaba Creek while dinner is hosted on the terrace overlooking the ranges.

aerial shot of Arkaba Homestead
Arkaba Station Cottage
Bedroom Arkaba Station
Luxury Arkaba Station

YOUR STAY

Arkaba Homestead offers a luxurious outback escape, blending heritage charm with modern comfort. Thoughtful, personalised service enhances the experience. The 1850s homestead retains its original layout, making each of the five guest rooms distinct. Four rooms are housed within the main building, while the romantic Coachman’s Cottage, set in the garden, provides a private retreat perfect for honeymooners seeking seclusion in the heart of South Australia’s Flinders Ranges.

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Arkaba activities
Arkaba hike
Wilpena Pound Scenic Flight

YOUR EXPERIENCES

Arkaba is a private wildlife conservancy, providing guests the opportunity to not only stay in the historic homestead, but to take part in a multi-day overland walking expedition. Your stay at Arkaba includes twice-daily, safari-style exploration across the 60,000 acre conservation property. These experiences maximise wildlife viewing potential in the varying terrains, take in some massive vistas, and encourage being out at the best times of day for beautiful light shows – early morning & late afternoon (throughout the year).

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Arkaba Station Dining

DINING

Hosted dinners and sharing stories with field guides and fellow guests provide an atmosphere more akin to staying with friends in the country or at a safari lodge. Dining around an old wool classing table on the outdoor terrace is a special and uniquely Australian experience. A firepit in the corner of the garden provides a great spot to retire to after dinner with a glass of wine or port to watch the stars appear over this ancient landscape.

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YOUR ARRIVAL

Arkaba Conservancy lies in South Australia, on the southern edge of Wilpena Pound and the Ikara–Flinders Ranges National Park. The journey from Adelaide is a scenic 4.5 to 5-hour drive (approximately 405 km) on sealed roads, with no need for a 4WD. For added convenience, shared or private road transfers and air transfers can also be arranged, offering flexible access to this extraordinary outback destination.

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Conservation Matters

Arkaba Conservancy uses tourism as a powerful tool to raise awareness about Australia’s unique wildlife and environmental challenges. Guests gain valuable insight into real-world conservation efforts and are invited to take part in hands-on activities. These may include tracking feral cats with telemetry gear, setting up motion-sensor cameras, identifying key vegetation for endangered species, or assisting a biologist with land surveys—all offering a deeper, more meaningful connection to the landscape and its protection.

Arkaba Lizard
Emu Arcaba

ARKABA HOMESTEAD, SA

Set against the dramatic backdrop of South Australia’s Ikara-Flinders Ranges, Arkaba Conservancy offers an awe-inspiring outback landscape shaped over 600 million years. Ancient riverbeds, craggy sandstone bluffs, and rolling hills dotted with native cypress pines create a striking natural canvas. Home to rich biodiversity and unique geological formations, this former sheep station is now a 60,000-acre private wildlife conservancy teeming with rugged beauty and ecological significance.

Map showing location of Arkaba Homestead

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