This is SA’s smallest village with a population of 12, its attraction being a unique bush pub. From the junction, the road 202kms north to Oodnadatta follows the ancient Aboriginal trade route, famous for its permanent springs. Camel trains and cattlemen passed this way, as did the Overland Telegraph Line from Port Augusta to Darwin…
Some of Australia’s most spectacular breakaway country has taken over 80 million years to evolve from the time of the ancient inland sea. This area has eroded away over time, and combined with the leaching of minerals from the soil, create this magical area where colours change during the day, making it a photographer’s delight.
Tom’s Opal Mine is an authentic Opal Mine worked in the 80’s and 90’s. It is now a display mine showcasing underground workings with opal seams visible throughout. We invite you to visit and join us for a Guided or Self-Guided tour. Guided Tour Times are 10am and 1:30pm Daily. Open 9am to 4pm (March…
The on-site opal mine tour at Riba’s is a must. Conducted every evenings (minimum of 5 people required) for guests and visitors. We will show and explain how opal mining works and you will learn how it has changed from our pioneering days. Learn how the first miners made their fortunes and what kinds of…
Relive history and step back in time to 1916 with this original opal mine, historical museum and underground home, designed to give you the ultimate underground experience. Continuous self guided tour all day. Try your luck and look for opal in our noodling pits. Kids will love it. Opal showroom and souvenirs. Contact Details ADDRESS:…
Oasis Town & Mine Tours and Sunset Breakaways Tours run daily and are approx. 3 hours, Town & Mine Tours visit Underground homes, churches, Museum and mine, opal fields,fossick for your own Opal and watch an award winning documentary in and underground theatre with complimentary tea and coffee. Sunset Breakaways Tours include the Moon Plains,…
Travel Coober Pedy and the Painted Desert with the professionals. Modern and well equipped vehicle with informative comentary. Contact Details ADDRESS: Southern Cross Drive, Coober Pedy, SA 5723 PHONE: 0499 500 932 EMAIL: nobletoursaustralia@gmail.com WEBSITE: http://nobletoursaustralia.com.au
Delighting you daily with a variety of flavourful cuisine. Open 6.30am – 8.30pm Monday to Sunday. Contact Details PHONE: (08) 8672 5054 ADDRESS: Lot 22 Hutchison Street, Coober Pedy, SA 5723 FACEBOOK PAGE
The Opal Inn Hotel, Motel and Caravan Park in the centre of Coober Pedy, has something for everyone with well appointed secure accommodation, caravan and camping amenities (including laundry, water refilling station), plus a range of dining, bar & gaming facilities and on site bottle shop. We are located directly opposite the Information Centre and…
The mosaic garden in front of the Lions rotunda was created by members of the Coober Pedy Mosaic Group. The Seventh stone at the entrance features a mosaic of the centenary logo. A sign tells about the people who made the mosaics and their stories. The area is paved with over 100 personalised pavers, featuring…