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Guide to the Fleurieu Peninsula

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Discover superb wines, dine in al fresco cafes and explore a coastline and hinterland of farms and wilderness on the way to Kangaroo Island.

On Adelaide's southern doorstep, the Fleurieu Peninsula offers a mellow Mediterranean ambiance. You'll find dozens of white sand beaches, undulating vineyards and farmland, pretty coastal towns near the entrance to Australia's longest river, local wildlife and world renowned wetlands.

Fly into Adelaide Airport (ADL) and drive 84km (52mi) south to get to Fleurieu Peninsula.

• Car hire options are available at the airport to pre book, or hire on the day.
• Taxis are available to book from the airport to The Fleurieu Peninsula

There is no public transport in the Fleurieu Peninsula, so the best way to get around is by car, taxi, bike or joining a tour throughout the region.

Autumn brings stunningly sunny days, cool nights and vintage time for The Fleurieu Peninsula wine regions. This is the best time to visit if you are wanting to experience the region at its best. 

• High season: Autumn (March to May)
• Low season: Winter (June to August)
• Don’t miss: Fleurieu food festival (August)

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Fleurieu Peninsula

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• 10 Stay safe

Fleurieu Peninsula is in South Australia , east of Adelaide

Understand [ edit ]

Before British colonisation of South Australia, the western side of the peninsula was occupied by the Kaurna people, while several clans of the Ngarrindjeri lived on the eastern side. The people were sustained by the flora and fauna of the peninsula, for food and bush medicine. The bulrushes, reeds and sedges were used for basket-weaving or making rope, trees provided wood for spears, and stones were fashioned into tools.

The Fleurieu Peninsula was named after Charles Pierre Claret de Fleurieu, the French explorer and hydrographer, by the French explorer Nicolas Baudin as he explored the south coast of Australia in 1802. The name came into official use in 1911 after Fleurieu's great-nephew, Count Alphonse de Fleurieu, visited Adelaide and met with the Council of the Royal Geographical Society of South Australia, which recommended to the state government that the unnamed peninsula terminating in Cape Jervis be given the name Fleurieu Peninsula "in honour of one who is worthy to be remembered in the annals of Australian geography". The government approved the name later that year, making it one of the few Australian places with a French name.

Cities [ edit ]

• -35.605556 138.1 1 Cape Jervis — the gateway to Kangaroo Island, the third (or fourth) largest island of Australia
• -35.55 138.616667 2 Victor Harbor , including -35.516667 138.666667 3 Port Elliot — a popular weekend getaway for people from Adelaide
• -35.5244 138.187 4 Rapid Bay — for recreational fishing, scuba diving and snorkelling
• Strathalbyn

Other destinations [ edit ]

Encounter Bay - see Victor Harbor

• -35.6278 138.222 1 Deep Creek National Park – the start of the Heysen Trail

Get in [ edit ]

By car [ edit ].

It is an easy 45 minutes to drive the Fleurieu Peninsula south from Adelaide , although where in Fleurieu Peninsula you'd want to go would mean you'd have to take different paths out of Adelaide. You'll initially have to use the M2 Southern Expressway, but then the road after the southern terminus of the freeway diverges: use A13 towards Victor Harbor and Granite Island, and B23 to go to Yankalilla , Kangaroo Island or Cape Jervis.

By rail [ edit ]

Train services operate between Adelaide and Seaford.

By air [ edit ]

There are airstrips in Aldinga and Goolwa for private and charter traffic.

Get around [ edit ]

It is easy to get around by car. If hiring a car consider getting a 4x4 if you want to get off the well beaten paths.

See [ edit ]

There are many good beaches to see here. Although they can be a bit cold at times, the beaches near some particularly beautiful rolling hills near Yankalilla, provide good photo opportunities.

Granite Island near Victor Harbor is home to Australia's only horse-drawn tram. It's also known for its population of fairy penguins in addition to its rather unusual signage.

Do [ edit ]

Some of the many popular things in the Fleurieu Peninsula are swimming on the many beaches here is popular, but that's if you happen to be by the coast. Be careful, as most of the beaches have hazardous rocks that may make swimming dangerous and unpleasant.

As with most other Australian areas, hiking trails always present, and mostly have different things to offer with different difficulties and lengths, suitable for different ages.

Fishing and other water recreational activities are possible to do here, but large parts of the Fleurieu Peninsula are "no fishing zones" as a bid to preserve endangered species, but other things like jet skiing or surfing are something not to be missed, and the beaches on Victor Harbor provide just that.

One things that is not to be missed is what is possible with the large sand dunes in South Australia, and Fleurieu Peninsula isn't short of sand dunes, and in some areas, they may be offering tobogganing and some other things.

Eat [ edit ]

There are some good cafes in this area, particularly in Victor Harbor, although that's no surprise given it's the largest city and harbor in the region, but the quality of the cafes might not be as good as you'd expect in Melbourne.

Drink [ edit ]

There are four wine regions on Fleurieu Peninsula.

• McLaren Vale
• Langhorne Creek
• Currency Creek
• Southern Fleurieu

Each has a number of wineries offering great wine tasting and cellar door wine tour experiences.

Also cafés, vineyard restaurants or charming country pubs are to be found all over.

Stay safe [ edit ]

In an emergency, call Triple Zero 000 .

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Kangaroo Island ferry leaves from Cape Jervis

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20 things to see & do on the Fleurieu Peninsula

By Jess from  Dressed in Copper

It’s one of my favourite regions in South Australia. I may be a tad biased because its where I call home, but to be honest, I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.

The Fleurieu boasts stunning coastlines, incredible food producers, plenty of activities for families and wine-wine-wine! Below is 20 of my favourite things to do on the Fleurieu (it was hard narrowing it down to 20). Get your note pad out and get ready to take a day trip!

1. Drink Wine

DUH! The Fleurieu Peninsula is well known for the Mclaren Vale wine region. There are plenty of options that suit all kinds of wine lovers. Some of my favourite wineries include  Hither & Yon  and  Battle of Bodsworth  in Willunga,  Doc Adams Wines , Ekhidna , S.C Pannell , Fox Creek   and  Alpha Box & Dice  in McLaren Vale and  Woodstock Wines  and  Gemtree  in McLaren Flat.

2. Devour a degustation

If you are after a long lunch then the Fleurieu is filled with them.  Several restaurants offer delicious degustation’s, with menus filled to the brim using fresh, local produce. Some of my favourite degustation’s are at  The Currant Shed ,  Au Pear ,  Ellen Street Restaurant   at Maxwell Wines,  Leonards Mill  and  d’Arry’s Verandah Restaurant .

3. Check out the cube

A gigantic rubiks cube in the middle of a vineyard. That’s the work of d’Arenberg. The cube is a wacky and fabulous wine experience, encompassing a tasting room, cinema room, fine dining restaurant and much more. Be sure to book in advance if you wish to dine here, and give yourself plenty of time to explore all it has to offer.

4. Eat your body weight in Pizza

The south is a pizza lover’s heaven. Head to  Russell’s Pizza  in Willunga for all you can eat rustic woodfire pizzas and cheap corkage.   Pizzateca  offers authentic Italian fare with spot on wines.  Woodstock Winery  has pizza nights perfect for after work dinner and drinks and The Shack makes a ripper takeaway pizza.

5. Dip your toes in the water

Apart from wineries, the Fleurieu Peninsula is known for its breathtaking coastline. You really can’t go wrong with any of the beaches – they all offer something different but are just as stunning as the next. Some of my go to’s are Port Willunga, Port Noarlunga, Yankalilla, Second Valley and Normanville.

6. Visit the iconic old jetty at Pt Willunga

This jetty is the ultimate photo spot.  If you’re looking to make a day of your visit to the jetty then book in for lunch at the Star of Greece – the food is just as good as the views.  The restaurant overlooks the water and is nestled on the top of a cliff so you get uninterrupted views of the coast. Talk about perfection.

7. Get caffeinated

Coffee addicts will love what the Fleurieu has to offer. Ones to look out for include roasters Dawn Patrol Coffee , De Groot Coffee , Dal Mare , Coffee Factory and Goodness Coffee Co. From Humble Grounds is a mobile coffee cart that makes brilliant brews – find them at the Willunga Farmers Market. Villere Coffee is a roaster based in McLaren Vale and their beans are used in several cafes throughout the Fleurieu. A stand out cafes is 21 Junk Street in Yankalilla and Pi pi in Middleton – fab service and great brews.

8. Getting cheesy

Sweet dreams are made of brie – true story. Cheese lovers, pop Alexandrina Cheese company on your list – their cheesery sells cheese by the wheel and epic platters. Kangarilla Creamery , Hindmarsh Valley Dairy and B.D Farm Paris Creek also sell delicious hard and soft cheeses, available at markets and other retailers. If you want to make your cheese eating an all day affair then head to Blessed Cheese and check out their food and wine trail.

9. Ride the Shiraz Trail

The Shiraz Trail utilises a disused rail corridor, and connects walkers and riders between Willunga and Mclaren Vale. With views of Mclaren Vale, vineyards and bushland, it’s a short trail not to be missed. Grab the walking shoes, a drink bottle or a bicycle and get going!

10. Hop on a wine tour

The best way to explore the McLaren vale wine region? When someone else is driving you of course. There are several wine tour companies that can take you around the region, but my two favourites are  Chooks Little Winery Tours  and  Trailhopper . Chooks offer you an all-day package in a comfortable bus with stop offs for lunch as well as wine, whereas Trailhopper offers a hop-on, hop-off tour, where you can pick which wineries you want to visit and dine at.

11. Knock back some brews

Beers lovers rejoice, the Fleurieu has you covered. Have a few frothies at Goodiesons , Smiling Samoyed in Myponga, Shifty Lizard Brewing at Willunga, Vale Ale paddles at Red Poles , Steam Exchange Brewery , Meechi Brewing and pints of Swell beer at the Victory Hotel .

12. Visit the Port Elliot bakery

This iconic bakery is a must visit when you’re in the area. Devour a steak and mushroom pie. Or a pasty. Or a sausage roll. Maybe even a chocolate donut with sprinkles, or just all of the above. Take your baked goods down to Horseshoe Bay or take in a spot of whale watching while you’re at it.

13. Stock up on fresh produce at the Willunga farmers market

Easily one of my favourite produce markets in SA. You can buy flowers, drink coffee from From Humble Grounds and Piccolo Espresso, eat brisket toasties and tubs of pate from Little Acre Foods, stock up on plenty of fresh fruit and veg from local farmers and even tuck into a Pork Belly pie from Bull creek bakery. I could go on about this place all day.

14. Pick strawberries at Harvest the Fleurieu

If picking fresh, juicy strawberries is your jam (no pun intended), then you need to check out Harvest . You can pick strawberries straight from their strawberry patch, or buy boxed ones, along with other delicious berries and condiments in their shop. You also need to try their strawberry icecream – its divine!

15. Get in the spirit

Love a tipple? Get your hands on the Fleurieu Distillery single malt whiskey in Goolwa, check out Encounter Coast Spirits in Lower Inman Valley and drink gin at Mclaren Vale Distillery Settlers Spirits . Kangaroo Island Spirits also make an award winning set of gins if you fancy a trip across the ocean. The Salopian Inn also offers a cracking gin list – with over 200 gins they will have your afternoon sorted (designated driver recommended).

16. Have a sleep over

A little boozy from a wine tour and can’t drive, or just want to immerse yourself in the region? Then bring a overnight back and stay the night. My top picks of places to stay include  Mulberry Lodge Country Retreat  in Willunga (award winners 2 years in a row and set in the most glorious of gardens),  Southern Ocean Retreats  at Deep Creek,  Papershell Farm’s ‘Lodge’  in Willunga (located on a 9 acre almond orchard with plenty of veggie patches, fruit trees and one hell of a view) and  Container 65  in Kangarilla (a shipping container with scandi and minimalist touches, right next door to one of SA’s best coffee roasters).

17. Eat yourself silly

The Fleurieu is known for its abundance of delicious cafes and restaurants. Some of our favourites include: Maxwells Grocery  – fresh produce, locally made goods, salads and takeaway meals, burgers using Wakefield Grange Our place  – Head there on Sundays for their ‘feed me’ option. No set menu, you will likely have to roll home you’ll be so full. Salopian Inn  – pork buns, seasonal menu, huge wine and gin list. A firm favourite of ours. The Victory Hotel   – iconic views, great pub fare, local wines and great range of beers on tap. Mullygrub – the food truck with without the wheels. Fresh and delicious brekky and lunch, local beer/wine and Fleurieu coffee. Harrys Deli at Wirra Wirra – great wines, platters, epic pies and top notch brews. Ginscato (gin and moscato) cocktalil goes down a treat. Ol Factory Inn – Offering delicious food and fine dining in Strathalbyn. Pipi – A relaxing cafe by the sea, serving tasty brunch options utilizing local produce and coffee.

18. Do a spot of whale watching

Bring the binoculars and a warm jumper and head to likes of Victor Harbor and Goolwa for a spot of whale watching. The Southern Right Wales can come close to the shore and love to put on a show for onlookers. For whale updates check out the South Australian Whale Centre website or location in Victor Harbor. While you’re down that way check out the cockle train if you have little ones in tow- i’ve been told its awesome fun!

19. Put your explorers hat on

Deep Creek Conservation Park is filled with beautiful spots to camp, 4WD and bushwalk. There are plenty of spots for picnics and a gorgeous rugged coastline to take in. One of my favourite beaches, Blowhole Beach, is in this conservation park and is one not to be missed.

20. Take a road trip

See the Fleurieu in your own time with a  self drive tour . ‘The Fleurieu Way’ is a driving tour ticking off some of the Fleurieu’s favourite spots- maps are available online or from information centres. The Southern Ocean Drive also travels through the best of the South, like Goolwa, Victor Harbor, Cape Jervis and Deep Creek.

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Vast vineyards and rolling farmland fringed by chilled-out, coastal towns and beautiful, often-empty beaches. Despite being just a cruisey 45-minute drive south of Adelaide, Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia feels worlds away from city life. Visit its many cellar doors, food markets and nature sights, including waterfalls, a gorge and a 250-hectare reservoir, on a half-day or full-day trip from Adelaide. Or, if you’ve got the time, spend a full week here, indulging in good food and wine, exploring or simply whiling away your afternoons in a freestanding tub at one of the region’s many retreats nestled among its vineyards. Welcome to the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Getting to the Fleurieu Peninsula

The Fleurieu Peninsula is a 45-minute drive from Adelaide via McLaren Vale. Or, if you’re coming from Adelaide Hills, use the South Eastern Freeway via Echunga to Meadows, or via Mt Barker to Strathalbyn.  Adelaide Metro  operates a service from Adelaide to McLaren Vale and Strathalbyn. The peninsula is an 8.5-hour drive from Melbourne and a nearly 15-hour drive from Sydney.

Best time to visit the Fleurieu Peninsula

Being almost entirely surrounded by water, the Fleurieu Peninsula has a Mediterranean climate with summer temperatures reaching 35 degrees and then falling to 10 degrees in winter. Come in summer for prime beach weather and full grapevine greenery. And in winter for chillier temperatures than in other parts of South Australia – ideal for spending cosy nights by the fire. Pack warmer clothes if you plan on heading to the mountaintops.

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Wineries & Vineyards

You won’t go thirsty in the Fleurieu Peninsula. Home to two of Australia’s premier wine regions, McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek, the peninsula has countless cellar doors and wineries to choose from. 

Top picks in McLaren Vale are  Kay Brothers ,  Wira Wira  and  Fox Creek Wines . For Instagram fodder, head to  d’Arenberg Cube , a building that appears to be floating above a vineyard. Inside, you’ll find a tasting room, several bars and a restaurant, all with spectacular views of Willunga. The cellar door at  Maxwell Wines  is housed in a beautiful limestone building, while the one at  Down The Rabbit Hole  is in a vintage double-decker Leyland bus. In Langhorne Creek, consider the cellar doors at  Bremerton Wines ,  Kimbolton Wines  and  Angas Plains Wines .

Prefer not to self-drive? Join a half-day, full-day or hop-on-hop-off winery tour. Bike tours, winemaking tours and private tours are also offered across the two wine regions.  

You won’t go hungry here either – in addition to its many restaurants, the peninsula is filled with regular food markets.  Willunga Farmers Market , the first-ever farmers market in South Australia, is on every Saturday morning.  Victor Harbor Farmers Market , located in Grosvenor Gardens, is also on Saturday mornings.  Victor Harbor Beachside Market  on The Esplanade is on every other Sunday.  Goolwa Wharf Rotary Markets ,  Port Elliot Rotary Market  and  Strathalbyn Treasure Market  are also in the area.

Nature & Beaches

When you’ve finished sipping and swirling at the cellar doors and stocking up on local treats at the markets, it’s time to discover the Fleurieu Peninsula’s great outdoors. Chase waterfalls at  Ingalalla Falls ,  Deep Creek Waterfall  and  Hindmarsh Falls , or a gorge at  Onkaparinga Gorge , which can be reached by a 4.2-kilometre-return river hike. Kayak, cycle or walk at 250-hectare  Myponga Reservoir . Or hike to Glacier Rock outside Victor Harbour in Inman Valley. Also known as Selwyn’s Rock, the 500 million-year-old boulder was the first European recorded discovery of glaciations in Australia.

Beach-wise, check out Southport Beach (be sure to snap a photo yourself descending its picturesque stairs), Blowhole Beach and Second Valley. Horseshoe Bay in Port Elliot is great for families. And Waitpinga Beach and Parsons Beach in  Newland Head Conservation Park  will appeal to surfers. Catch a sunset at Port Willunga Beach. 

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Perched on a hilltop,  Naiko Retreat  features three bedrooms, a sprawling lounge with a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows that take in the ocean and  Deep Creek Conservation Park .  The Vineyard McLaren Vale  is boutique accommodation with four guest houses and two cadoles, Cadole Sierra and Cadole Avalon – all with their own private deck, fireplace and access to the property’s Jacuzzi platform.  Hotel California Road at Inkwell Wines  also takes advantage of McLaren Vale’s stunning scenery with each of its three suites boasting a large deck with a soaking tub overlooking the vineyards.

Hotels & Motels

In Victor Harbour, check-in to  Anchorage Seafront Hotel ,  Grosvenor Hotel  or  Hotel Victor .  St Francis Winery Resort  in Reynella has 41 suites, an indoor pool and a bar and restaurant.  Serafino Wines  in McLaren Vale has 30 rooms, including 14 deluxe spa rooms that overlook the pool, gardens and 200-year-old gum trees. For a coastal stay, book into charming, village-style accommodation  Beach Huts Middleton  or 15-apartment  Coast Motel and Apartments  in Port Noarlunga South. And bed and breakfast-wise, stay at  Amongst the Vines Deluxe Retreat ,  Amanda’s Cottage 1899  and  Almond Grove B&B . 

Caravan & Holiday Parks

The Fleurieu Peninsula has more than a handful of caravan and holiday parks dotted along its coastline and scattered inland. Among them are three BIG4 holiday parks:  BIG4 Port Willunga Tourist Park ,  BIG4 Breeze Holiday Parks Port Elliot  and  BIG4 Cape Jervis Accommodation & Caravan Park .  Victor Harbor Holiday & Cabin Park  has an outdoor pool, go-karts and two waterslides. And  Clayton Bay Riverside Holiday Park  is located on the shady banks of the peaceful River Murray.  

Though all of the above parks offer camping, you can also pitch your tent at  Waitpinga Campground , a short walk from a surf and fishing beach; and beachfront  Rapid Bay Campground ; or at one of the five campgrounds within  Deep Creek Conservation Park .

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Restaurants & dining on the Fleurieu Peninsula

Some of the best places to eat and drink on the Fleurieu Peninsula are its cellar doors. Highlights include  Beach Road Winery and Restaurant ,  Angas Plains Wines Cellar Door  and  Anvers Wine Cellar Door .  The Woodstock Coterie  was the first winery restaurant built in the region.  Artisans at Heart  in Milang serves seasonal, local fare. And  Bracegirdle’s McLaren Vale  is known for its delicious coffee, Belgian chocolates and decadent desserts.

Also worth visiting are  The Currant Shed , with its alfresco dining and vineyard views;  Victor’s Place , built around a stone barn from the 1870s; and  d’Arry’s Verandah Restaurant , a hilltop restaurant with a menu that changes seasonally. 

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Tours & packages for the Fleurieu Peninsula

One of the best ways to experience the wineries in McLaren Vale and Langhorne Creek is on a tour. In McLaren Vale, join  Bus and Barrel Wine Tour ,  Hop On Hop Off Tour with Trailhopper  or a  Mountain Biking and Wine Day tour with Roar Adventures . In Langhorne Creek, look up  Beyond The Vine Wine Tour ,  Saviconnect Langhorne Creek Wine Tours  and  Big Bend By Night Langhorne Creek Vineyard Tours .

And when you’ve rinsed out your glass and are looking for some adventure, sign up for a tour of a historical farm with  Waitpinga Farm Quad Bike Adventures ; a tailor-made, up-to-six-person general tour of the Fleurieu Peninsula with  Ambler Touring ; or a chopper flight with  Helivista helicopter tours . 

There are also several half-day and full-day tours of the Fleurieu Peninsula leaving from Adelaide, as well as online guides to  Fleurieu Food & Drink Trail  and  Fleurieu Arts & Culture Guide , if you’re keen to explore on your own. 

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Fleurieu Peninsula Tourism is a regional tourism organisation. Its board comprises representatives of the tourism industry and the local councils which provide key funding support.

To find out more about the Fleurieu Peninsula you can check out our consumer website , drop into a visitor information centre or contact:

Merrin Ozols Tourism Executive Fleurieu Peninsula Tourism 1 Coleman Terrace Strathalbyn SA 5255 T: +61 432 748 496 E: [email protected]   W: fleurieupeninsula.com.au

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Fleurieu Peninsula Road Trip

A Fleurieu Peninsula Road Trip is one of the easiest to do in South Australia due to its proximity to Adelaide. From Adelaide to Cape Jervis or Adelaide to Victor Harbor, it is just over an hour in the car, and the Fleurieu is jam-packed full of exciting things to see and do.

The Fleurieu Peninsula boasts some of the States best beaches, rugged coastlines and no less than 5 of our States 18 wine regions. There is something for everyone, the foodie, adventure seeker, nature lover, beach dweller and of course wine lover.

This region is massive, stretching from Adelaide to the Southern Mount Lofty Ranges to Cape Jervis and Victor Harbor in the South and out to Tailem Bend and Meningie in the East There is A LOT to see, do, taste and experience on the Fleurieu Peninsula. It’s great for a day trip , a weekend away or a road trip over several days or even weeks. You could honestly spend weeks and months exploring and not see everything.

For that reason, this Fleurieu Peninsula Road Trip will touch on the “highlights” of the Fleurieu coastal region, Deep Creek and McLaren Vale. Starting in Port Noarlunga and doing an anti-clockwise loop and finishing in McLaren Vale.

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Map - Fleurieu Peninsula

A road trip around the Fleurieu Peninsula can be achieved in a matter of hours, so perfect for a day trip. But this is a slow road trip taking in all the best that the Fleurieu Peninsula has to offer.

Also worth noting are all the yellow stars on the map of the Fleurieu Peninsula which have been included as points of interest, of which some are explained in the itinerary.

Getting There

All mini regions within the Fleurieu Peninsula can be accessed from Main South Road (B23), which will get you from Adelaide to the Fleurieu Peninsula and all the way to Cape Jervis. Make sure to jump onto the Southern Expressway to shorten your trip considerably.

If you’d prefer the coastal route, exit the Southern Expressway at the Noarlunga Centre turn off, head west down Beach Road to Christies Beach where you can join the Esplanade as far as Moana. Follow the signs for Commercial Road and Old Coach Road past the cliffs and beaches of Maslins, before rejoining the Esplanade at Port Willunga. The Esplanade goes as far as Silvers Sands beach before turning inland again at Normans Road. Turn right onto Justs Road, followed by another right onto Sellicks Beach Road to get to the stunning Sellicks Beach Esplanade. To continue the journey down the Peninsula, rejoin Main South Road (B23)

Alternatively at Seaford, take the left road, Victor Harbor Road (A13), at the main junction toward McLaren Vale and Victor Harbor.

Range Road (B37) connects the East and West coasts of the Peninsula. If you are perhaps driving in from the Eastern States the best route would be via Tailem Bend and Strathalbyn. All roads and towns are very clearly marked.

Getting Around

This is a blog post about a road trip so of course, the best way to get around is by some sort of vehicle!

The coast and inland areas of the Peninsula just beg for you to stop, get out and explore the natural beauty, so allow yourself the space to do that by driving your own vehicle or hiring one.

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Best Time To Visit And Weather

Being so close to Adelaide the Fleurieu Peninsula generally experiences the same weather, give or take a few degrees.

Any season is great on the Fleurieu! With the stunning beaches to experience during summer, the delectable Fleuriru Peninsula wineries to explore in the Autumn sunshine, camping or hiking in Deep Creek during Spring or watching the wild weather roll in during winter while trying to catch a glimpse of a Whale off the coast of Victor or Middleton. Any season is good and there is plenty to see, do and experience in all of them.

Day 1 - Port Noarlunga to Sellicks Beach

This beautiful seaside playground stretching from Port Noarlunga to Sellicks beach deserves a full day if not MORE to explore.

Port Noarlunga

Port Noarlunga Reef Aquatic Reserve is South Australia’s most used Aquatic Reserve seeing almost 170k visitors per year. With its 300m long jetty and almost 1 kilometre of natural reef at the jetty’s end, it is a fisherman’s, snorkelers and scuba divers dream. Not only that it is the perfect beach to swim, surf and kayak at.

The mouth of the Onkaparinga River and the most famous stairs in South Australia can be seen a 5-minute drive from the jetty and is an absolute must. You will have a stunning view of Port Noarlunga Jetty, quite possibly the reef depending on the tide, South Port Beach, the mouth of the Onkaparinga and of course those stairs!

Moana & Maslin Beach

Join the Esplanade and meander slowly along the coast taking in all the beauty before turning inland at Moana. Moana is the first of 6 beaches on the Peninsula you can drive your car on.

As you drive down Commercial Road/Old Coach Road you will pass by Maslin Beach, known to locals and Adelaideans alike as Maslins.

There are two sections to this beach, the northern end for everyone and the southern end is a designated nude bathing beach . If you decide to stop here make sure you stop at the right one! This designated area of Maslin Beach is Australia’s first legal nude bathing beach.

Above this beach are the rugged cliffs of Maslins and the beautiful viewpoint area known as Blanche Point, which can be found off Tuit Road. From this viewpoint, Gull Rock will be visible just off the coast. You’ll quickly realise why it’s called Gull rock!

Port Willunga

Not another 5 minutes down Bowering Hill Road and Port Road, rejoin the Esplanade at Port Willunga. Park in the parking bay and get ready to explore another famous  Fleurieu Peninsula beach site. The famous Port Willunga Jetty Pylons and Fisherman Caves.

There is a beautiful wooden boardwalk down to the beach, which gives a clear view of the remains of the old jetty. Originally built in 1851, it received storm damage in 1896, 1906 and 1910 before an assessment in 1915 deemed it irreparable, leaving what you see today.

Behind the pylons on the beach are the unique fishermen caves. They had been carved out of the cliff face by the fishermen as a place to store their boats and equipment after a long day on the water. Nowadays they are used by beachgoers as a place to escape the sun, have a picnic or take photographs.

Aldinga & Silver Sands

After exploring the beautiful history on the beach of Port Willunga, continue into Aldinga. This will be the last opportunity to grab groceries at a supermarket, petrol and other supplies until arriving in Normanville. There are small general stores in Sellicks and Myponga, however, they can be a little on the pricey side and limited in stock.

Aldinga is the second beach on the Fleurieu drivers are permitted to take their vehicles onto. Behind the Esplanade is Aldinga Scrub, which boasts a beautiful boardwalk to a viewing platform over Aldinga Beach with views as far down as the Sellicks Beach Cliffs.

If you haven’t had enough beach driving, carry on toward Silver Sands, the third beach vehicles are permitted on, before heading slightly inland to get to the last stop of the day, Sellicks Beach. Sellicks is the last beach before Cape Jervis that drivers are permitted on.

Sellicks Beach

Further along the Esplanade at Sellicks Beach and at the end of Dunedin Ave is another beautiful boardwalk that guides walkers down to the beach. Walk as far along the beach as the tide permits. Wander past Cactus Canyon, find the arch in the rocks and marvel at these epic cliffs from ground level.

Time your journey to be at the top of Cactus Canyon at Sunset (follow the Esplanade to the end and park off-road in the gravel car park).

These stunning red, rugged cliffs surrounded by lush green rolling hills disappearing into the distance, cactus jutting out perfectly framing the view as you watch the sun setting into the ocean is truly spectacular and not to be missed.

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DAY 2 - Sellicks Beach to Rapid Bay

Day 2 starts with a “choose your own adventure” decision. Go through Myponga “town” on Main South Road or go over the Myponga Reservoir Dam wall?

Option 1 - Myponga Town

Option 1: head straight for Myponga and stop off at Valley of Yore for a delicious coffee, followed by a walk into the Reservoir which recently opened up with many walking trails and viewpoints, plus a kangaroo or two.

This option carries on through to Yankalilla, then Normanville, which both have supermarkets, bakeries and pubs. Stop for lunch at the Normanville Kiosk and Cafe right in front of Normanville Jetty.

Option 2 - Myponga Reservoir

Option 2: Turn right at Reservoir Road and drive along the peak of the hills towering above Myponga town and the reservoir, before stopping at the viewpoint to marvel at the dam and dam wall, before actually driving across the dam wall, very cool!

This option carries on down to Carrickalinga, which boasts two stunning beaches both with rocky outcrops in the water. Search for a rock pool to explore or to have a quick swim in. Again, stop for lunch at the Normanville Kiosk and Cafe right in front of Normanville Jetty.

After lunch, enjoy a short walk into the Great Big Gorge Walk, beginning at Garnet Kelly Reserve. This new walking trail opened in June 2021 and is a very easy and enjoyable walking trail, taking no more than 1 hour to complete.

Back on the road head south on an infamous stretch of South Australian road past all the beautiful pine trees of Lady Bay.

Second Valley

Second Valley is a must stop. This gorgeous little seaside stop is one of South Australia’s most photographed (and Instagrammed) locations. It has steep cliffs with walking trails for birds-eye views of the area.

The Second Valley Jetty is used by many fishermen above ground and many snorkelers and scuba divers underwater, looking for the Leafy Sea-Dragon and occasionally fur seals. Explore the rugged coastline and caves from the water by hiring a kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP).

Around the headland to the left of the jetty, find a protected little bay great for exploring. Carefully climbing on top of the rocks, will afford you a lovely view of the day’s final destination in the distance, Rapid Bay.

Rapid Bay is another stunning Fleurieu Peninsula Beach. At first glance, there doesn’t appear to be much here but there is a lot of exploring to do!

The very, very long Rapid Bay Jetty, originally built in 1940 (closed to the public) and a new one built next to it in 2009 (open to the public). Walk right along the beach to the very end and find the Rapid Bay Cave. Walk a small way in and turn back toward the beach for a stunningly framed photo opportunity.

With access to a kayak or SUP, try your luck finding the secret and secluded beach around the headland.

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Day 3 - rapid bay to victor harbor (via cape jervis and deep creek), cape jervis.

Today’s adventure is to the very end of the Peninsula. A short 15-minute drive away is Cape Jervis. The tip of the Peninsula. And also the departure point for the stunning Kangaroo Island.

A few notable areas of interest include the;

Morgans Beach

• The Cape Jervis Lookout
• Starfish Hill Wind Farm
• Fishery Beach

Morgans Beach is the Peninsula’s best-kept secret! This beach is not signposted so to find it use Google Maps. The road is a dirt/gravel road so drive carefully.

Firstly, head to the viewpoint which is a slight right at the junction once onto the dirt road. Park up and take in the stunning view, it’s breathtaking. The rugged coastline and stunning blue waters of St Vincent Gulf, separated by a long stretch of crisp white beach. Head back to the junction and this time turn down the steep road to the first of two car parks next to the beach.

Morgans is a beach that can be driven on but the entrance point is very soft boggy sand so ensure you know how to drive on this terrain without getting bogged before attempting it. Better yet park in one of the two car parks and take a lovely stroll along the beach and weather permitting, have a refreshing dip in the clear blue water.

Deep Creek Conservation Park

Strap on your hiking boots because the next adventure involves heading into Deep Creek Conservation Park. A rugged, steep, naturally beautiful park on the southern edge of the Fleurieu Peninsula. There are countless campsites, hiking trails of different levels and viewpoints in the Park.

Days, even weeks could be spent in Deep Creek, hiking and camping around, exploring every nook and cranny. It is a truly spectacular part of the Peninsula.

After leaving Cape Jervis the only way into the park is to head back toward the small town of Delamere. Take a right-hand turn at Delamere onto Range Road. Once turning off Range Road into the park, all the roads are dirt/gravel roads. All key points of interest in the park are signposted.

Blowhole Beach

The first stop is Blowhole Beach. There are two ways to see this beach. The first is to head straight down the road. However, this is strictly 4WD ONLY! So if you do not have a 4WD do not attempt this. It is extremely steep and not for people who are not experienced with this style of driving.

The better option is to park in the Cobbler Creek car park and follow the walking trail. It is 3.2 km return, approx 1 hour, with the return journey being entirely uphill and steep. Decide whether the full hike or maybe just a photograph from the top is the better option.

Deep Creek Waterfall Hike

Another great option for a short hike in Deep Creek is to head to Trig Campground and complete the Deep Creek Waterfall Hike.

It is approximately a 3.8km return, roughly 1-hour return, through the dense Australian bush finishing at the pretty Deep Creek Waterfall. It is easy enough for children to complete the trail, with a few spots on rocks to sit around the water’s edge to enjoy the waterfall while having a small picnic.

Time permitting there are many other points of interest in the park including;

• Tapanappa Lookout
• Pages Lookout
• Raywood Nursery along the beautiful Tapanappa Road

Getting to Victor Harbor

Outside the park and on the way to the night’s accommodation in Victor Harbor, points of interest include many Fleurieu Peninsula beaches;

• Parsons Beach
• Waitpinga Beach
• Kings Beach and Kings Beach Trail Head
• Petrel Cove and,
• The Bluff (Rosetta Head)

Victor Harbor is the biggest town in size and population on the Fleurieu Peninsula, with all the “Mod Cons” and services you need.

Day 4 - Victor Harbor to McLaren Vale

Victor harbor.

There is a lot to see and do in Victor so extending for another night is a great option to give another day of exploring around town.

Key points of interest include:

• The Horse Drawn Tram
• Granite Island
• The Cockle Train
• The South Australian Whale Centre
• Encounter Coast Discovery Centre
• Urimbirra Wildlife Park
• Dump Beach and,
• Boomer Beach

At a minimum, either take the horse-drawn tram across to Granite Island or walk over, grab a coffee at the Island Cafe and do the loop of the Island. It’ll take approximately 45 minutes and if lucky you may see some of the Fairy Penguins that use the rocky shores as their home.

Moving on from Victor, visit all the beautiful coastal towns as far as Goolwa before heading inland to McLaren Vale for the night.

Port Elliot & Middleton

Along this stretch of coast are the towns of Port Elliot, Middleton and Goolwa.

Stop off at Port Elliot and visit the famous Port Elliot Bakery. Be prepared to queue here especially on a weekend or public holiday. It is very popular! Take lunch down to Freemans Lookout Carpark and choose between Knight Beach, Green Bay, Rocky Bay and Lady Bay to sit and enjoy the view.

In fact, visit all 4 locations as they’re connected by a lovely coastal walking trail. While in the area wander down to the pretty Horseshoe Bay and the famous “ t “ shaped jetty.

Fleurieu Peninsula beaches along this stretch into Middleton include Basham Beach and Middleton Beach which is a long stretch of beach that eventually becomes Goolwa Beach.

Goolwa is the last beach on Fleurieu Peninsula that is permitted to be driven, however, this is strictly a 4WD beach only. Surfing is great in these parts and during the winter months a whale may even be easily spotted off the coast here. This area is what’s referred to as The Nursery, as Southern Right and Humpback Whale mothers use these protected waters to give birth and raise their calves before making their long journeys onwards once the babies are capable enough.

Goolwa is on the edge of the Coorong and at the Mouth of the mighty Murray. The best way to see the Mouth is to cross over the bridge to Hindmarsh Island and head for Sugars Beach and the Murray Mouth Lookout Platform. Go for a walk, stretch your legs and marvel at nature.

The next stretch of the journey is inland to the historic town of Willunga, taking the Goolwa Road and connecting with Victor Harbor Road into Willunga town. Willunga is a gorgeous little town steeped in history. Built in 1839 with an abundance of stone cottages, pubs and churches, a walk-up High Street is a must.

McLaren Vale

The day finishes in one of South Australia’s most famous Wine Regions, McLaren Vale.

Take the opportunity to rest for the remainder of the day, as the last day is entirely dedicated to this beautiful region. If that’s not on the agenda, head out to any number of the amazing restaurants in these parts for a sumptuous meal and the beginnings of a fabulous wine tasting experience.

Day 5 - McLaren Vale

Today is all about great food and great wine amongst the Fleurieu Peninsula’s Wineries in McLaren Vale Bear in mind the wineries are spread out so someone will have to be “desi” for the day (designated driver).

Fleurieu Peninsula Wineries - McLaren Vale

Grab a map of the wineries in the area from the Visitor Centre and get cracking.

Spend the day amongst the rolling hills and vineyards of the Vale, sampling wines, tasting delicious food and immersing yourself in one of South Australia’s and the Fleurieu Peninsula’s most celebrated Wine Regions.

Wineries you may be interested in;

• D’Arenberg (this is a wine, food and total sensory experience. Visiting the Cube is a must!)
• Wirra Wirra
• Alpha Box and Dice
• Lloyd Brothers Wine and Olive Company (yummy grazing platter)
• Chalk Hill Wines
• Maxwell Wines (they have a hedge maze! Fun!)
• Down the Rabbit Hole (they have a tasting room in a converted London double-decker bus)

This but scratches the surface. Realistically you could visit 2-4 cellar doors in a day without feeling rushed.

To honour the region, a minimum 3 days in McLaren Vale to fully explore, is needed.

Go to bed happy and end the day and the road trip with a belly full of scrumptious food and delicious wine.

Day 6 - Home

Have a delicious breaky at one of the Vales cafes on Main Street after checkout, before one last stop; at FruChocs! The famous South Australian confectioner has been making confectionery for over 150 years in the State under the Robern Menz name, including the famous FruChocs and Crown Mints. Fruchocs became an “official icon of South Australia” by the National Trust in 2005. Don’t miss your opportunity to buy some straight from the source.

Depart McLaren Vale for the airport, home or your next destination, with luggage full of wine and chocolate!

Final Thoughts

The Fleurieu Peninsula can be done as quickly or as slowly as you desire. It is an area with an abundance of things to see and do, whether you want to jam-pack it full of adventures or visit with the intention to do nothing but relax and be at one with nature, one thing is a must! That you visit at least once!

Authors Bio

Luisa has extensive travel experience having visited 62 countries on 6 continents, most of them solo, before being grounded in her home state of SA due to the pandemic. She lives on the Fleurieu Peninsula and explores all of South Australia’s beautiful regions by road trip at every opportunity.

She started her travel blog The Born Wanderess in 2018 out of a desire to show other people how to travel, travel solo and on a budget. She shares her knowledge, experience and expertise to help others travel with ease and like a pro!

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Fleurieu Peninsula Tourism Map

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#more than a day trip, the challenge.

The Murray River is 2520 kilometres long and runs as a border between NSW and Victoria and finishes at the Coorong in South Australia.

The Solution

First the key was to develop a brand for the Murray River – Discover Murray River was born in 2007.

The Process

Once I’d worked through the current brand needs of the client we started developing different visual identity elements with digital maps that aimed to continually build the presence in the region and for visitors.

The Deliverables

• Illustrations
• Interpretive elements
• Photography

Fleurieu Penisula Tourism Map

Fleurieu Peninsula Tourism needed a new tourist map for the region and ATE. They contacted me to help with the design and production of the maps. The client was looking for something fun and conveyed easily to visitors to the region accessibility to the local towns and what’s in the area.

We sourced a range of images to use on the map and designed it to be used either digitally or printed. The map was translated into Chinese. They client’s byline is #morethanadaytrip

Fleurieu Penisula, Adelaide Hills and Kangaroo Island Tourism Map

Fleurieu Peninsula Tourism contacted me after the success of the first map to assist with a tri-region map promoting the different experiences in the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island. After much collaboration between the stakeholders, I drew up a series of bespoke icons for the map that was supplied to the client electronically.

Fleurieu Peninsula Boards

Design of a large display board at Wellington on the Murray River. The client wanted a design that fit in with their existing maps and could be a large display with the other regions for visitors coming to the area. This also extended to the design of all the boards below within the brand guidelines for each region.

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The Coorong and Meningie region used to be a lost landscape of natural beauty, history and indigenous culture. Developing the Coorong Country brand and supporting the local community has been very rewarding More >

Arura Group Stays Branding

Arura approached me for a rebranding of their accommodation business. Formerly Port Hughes Accommodation Centre we rebranded the name to have more character and many other elements. More >

ARKObots Branding

As a start up ARKObots branding is pitched at the education sector. Fun colours with some stability that shows joy and a modern style. The brand icon allows for diverse application. More >

Mungo Lodge & Tours Branding

Mungo Lodge approached me to rebrand their business. This included full re-design, new byline ‘Unearth Mungo Ancient Story’ and brought everything together to tell their unique story of the outback lodge. More >

Norwood Morialta Pedal Prix Branding

The pedal prix team at Norwood Morialta High School had an opportunity to use pedal prix to promote the school and improve its image on the track. I developed a brand strategy to take implement the branding. More >

Fleurieu Penisula Tourism Maps

Once I’d worked through the current brand needs of the client we started developing different visual identity elements from both offline to online that aimed to continually build the tourism presence in the region. More >

Mannum Museum and Mannum Township

Working with the Mannum Dock Museum of River History and the Mannum community has been very enjoyable. The museum is the heart of tourism in Mannum and is continually working towards improving its presence for visitors. More >

All Seasons Houseboats & Holiday Park Branding

Overseeing the successful brand development for All Seasons Houseboats and Holiday Park in Mildura. More >

Discover Murray River Branding

Development of a diverse range of visual identity elements from both offline to online that aimed to continually build Discover Murray River’s presence in the region. More >

Euston Club Resort Branding

I worked through the club’s brand needs and we started developing different visual identity elements from both offline to online that aimed to continually build the club’s presence in the region and beyond! More >

Visit Wentworth Tourism Branding

This tourism marketing strategy was built on 10 core principles. The brand worked for the Shire, community and industry. A brand that can be used across the entire region and a defined point of difference. More >

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Fleurieu Peninsula Map – South Australia – Carto Graphics

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Fleurieu – South Australia’s Scenic Coast. Tourist map for the Fleurieu Peninsula from Adelaide to the coast including Victor Harbour, Goolwa etc. produced by local Adelaide cartographers, Carto Graphics.

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This map from Carto Graphics features a 1:150,000 scale map of the Fleurieu Peninsula displaying road distances, and common points of interest including visitor information centres, lookouts, lighthouses, boat ramps, and wind farms. Also shown are national parks, conservation parks and reserves, and Forest reserves as well as the Heysen Trail, Yurrebilla Trail, Kidman Trail and the Lavender Federation Trail.

Printed in 2016, the Fleurieu Peninsula Map is well suited to those seeking detailed information on the Onkaparinga River National Park, Deep Creek Conservation Park, McLaren Vale Wine Region, Kangaroo Island, and Kuitpo Forest.

On the other side of the Fleurieu Peninsula Map you will find the following maps:

• 1:50,000 scale map of the McLaren Vale Wine Region with all cellar doors clearly marked and listed
• 1:50,000 scale map of the Kuitpo Forest Reserve
• 1:50,000 scale map of Deep Creek Conservation Park
• 1:300,000 scale map of Kangaroo Island

All of these maps on the reverse side of the Fleurieu Peninsula Map show important information including cellar doors, visitor information centres, car parks, picnic areas, camping sites and toilets, hot showers and water sources, hiking trails and lookout points, boat ramps, lighthouses, and wind farms. Also shown are national parks and wilderness areas, other parks and reserves, forest reserves and lakes. Marked out on these maps are the Heysen Trail and Kidman Trail as well as other walking trails and bike trails.

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Green Trails Australia was founded by Michael Pieper who started hiking in Hong Kong from 2002. Since 2016, Michael has continued his hiking adventures around Victoria & Australia.

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Fleurieu Peninsula Visitor Information Centres (VICs) are an accredited body for tourism information. There are 4 VICs throughout the Fleurieu, which serve to provide quality service and reliable information. For general travel information and booking enquiries please contact the relevant VIC below. They are located in McLaren Vale , Yankalilla , Victor Harbor and Goolwa .

Please note, some Visitor Information Centres may have varied hours of operation . Please contact individual VICs directly for more information.

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