The arid Flinders Ranges in the South Australian outback are the stronghold of the iconic red kangaroo, the largest marsupial on Earth, with males reaching 90 kg and bounding at over 60 km/h. The Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park also hosts yellow-footed rock wallabies. Cooler autumn and winter months (April-September) bring more daytime activity; summer is punishing with 40°C+ temperatures.

Kangaroo in Flinders Ranges & Outback (South Australia)

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About This Spot

The arid Flinders Ranges in the South Australian outback are the stronghold of the iconic red kangaroo, the largest marsupial on Earth, with males reaching 90 kg and bounding at over 60 km/h. The Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park also hosts yellow-footed rock wallabies. Cooler autumn and winter months (April-September) bring more daytime activity; summer is punishing with 40°C+ temperatures.

Best Months to Visit

Up to 90% sighting chance in Flinders Ranges & Outback (South Australia). Best months: May, June, July.

  • May: 90%
  • June: 90%
  • July: 90%
  • August: 90%
  • April: 85%
  • September: 85%
  • October: 80%

Practical Information

  • Location: Flinders Ranges & Outback (South Australia)
  • Country: Australia
  • Coordinates: -31.5000, 138.6000
  • Effort: expedition
  • Accessibility: Hard
  • Observation mode: Watching

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