Nilpena Ediacara National Park - Adnyamathanha community open day

Nilpena Ediacara National Park Open Day - Adnyamathanha community 

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) is holding an Open Day for Adnyamathanha community members at Nilpena Ediacara National Park on 16 June 2024.

The new Nilpena Ediacara National Park on Adnyamathanha land protects internationally significant fossils and a diverse landscape. On Sunday 16 June, a free Yura’s day will take place for the Adnyamathanha community to enjoy this amazing place.

- Catch a glimpse into the origins of animal life on Earth.
- Immerse yourself in a unique audio-visual Ediacaran fossil encounter at the old blacksmith shop.
- Explore the fossil research sites with our expert guides.
- Hear more about the Flinders Ranges World Heritage project.

FREE TICKETS
Free admission - bookings are essential
The park is a site of inter­na­tion­al sig­nif­i­cance that requires pro­tec­tion. Access to the park is by guid­ed tour only for which bookings are essential, as places are limited. Please select a session that will suit you best. Tickets must be selected for each member of your group (including children).

Tours
Tours begin at the Nilpe­na gate­way, a dra­mat­ic stone wall stand­ing as the entry point to the park. Visitors can park their car at the main gate. A bus will collect ticket holders at their chosen time slot and take them to the site. Please check local travel times to ensure you arrive at the Nilpena gateway before your allocated time so you can get on the bus. Late arrivals may not be accommodated. 

Guided tour times 

-    9 am - 11.30 am
-   10 am - 12.30 pm
-    1 pm - 3.30 pm
-    2 pm - 4.30 pm. 

Facilities

Accessible toilets are available on site. Please note that part of the tour is taking place outdoors. We encourage all visitors to wear appropriate clothing and footwear, as well as to bring drinking water and snacks.

Accessibility
While Nilpena Ediacara National Park is accessible to all visitors, the bus is not wheelchair accessible. Please contact us at dew.frwh@sa.gov.au to discuss accessibility options.

More information
Please do not hesitate to contact us at dew.frwh@sa.gov.au should you have any questions.