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Overnight Premium Tour
- Private tours of the Underground Opal & Mineral Museum, Underground Art Gallery, and Andamooka Opal Showroom
- Sunset opal field adventures at White Dam or noodling in heritage diggings
- Guided opal mining experiences and UV flashlight night fossicking
- Visits to local opal shops and Cal the Stoner’s bar
- Historical walking tour of Andamooka’s charming township
- Arid Recovery sunset tour (subject to availability)
- Custom culinary packages including gourmet meals, bush tucker banquets, premium local wines and refreshments
- Optional accommodation at Dukes Bottlehouse Motel
- Airport shuttle from Olympic Dam (just a 70-minute flight from Adelaide)
Seen on: ABC’s ‘Backroads’ with Heather Ewart, the Discovery Channel’s ‘Opal Hunters: Red Dirt Roadtrip’, CNN New Edition, Channel 10’s ‘The Project’,Channel 7’s Sunrise, Channel 9, SKY, Channel 10, ABC News, 5AA Breakfast, ABC News and more.
Our Andamooka Observatory tours are proudly featured in the South Australian Tourism Commission’s 2025 Simple Pleasures Winter Campaign.
Contact us to design your ultimate Outback escape: 0466 265 377 : 0466265377
Premium Day Tour
- Visits to the Underground Museum & Gallery
- Opal fossicking by day or under UV by night
- Stargazing and sunset opal field walks
- Gourmet snacks, refreshments, and beverages
- Local opal shop tours, heritage town walk, or Cal the Stoner’s bar visit
- Shuttle from Olympic Dam Airport (optional)
Call to book your Premium Day Tour experience: 0466265377
Opal Mining 101 Tour
Uncover the Thrill of Opal Mining!
Step into the fascinating world of Andamooka opal mining with a hands-on, adventure-packed tour designed for enthusiasts and first-time explorers alike!
What You’ll Experience:
- Learn the basics of opal mining, including how to get started, where to go, and how to secure your claim.
- Discover the best noodling spots and gain insider knowledge of opal prospecting rules.
- Dive into Andamooka’s prehistoric past with captivating stories of Karkaroo, the juvenile Andamooka Plesiosaur, ancient cephalopods, and the vast Eromanga Sea.
- Explore Cal the Stoner’s Outdoor Intricarved Stone Sculpture Studio and visit the One Tree Hill and German Gully opal fields.
Tour Times: Daily at 10 AM & 2 PM
Pricing:
- Adults: $65
- Kids (5-16 years): $35
- Kids under 5: Free
- Duration: 2-hour guided tour led by expert local guides
Bookings Essential! Call 0466 265 377 to secure your spot!
Stargazing & Opal Noodling Nocturnal Tour
Experience the Magic of Andamooka After Dark!
Join us for a breathtaking night adventure on our Stargazing & Opal Noodling Nocturnal Tour, where the outback sky meets the glow of precious opal.
What’s Included:
- Stargazing with telescopes & naked-eye astronomy – explore planets, nebulae, and constellations with expert guides.
- UV Opal Noodling – search for opal under UV black lighting using LED UV flashlights, torches, microscopes, and binoculars.
- An immersive outback night experience blending science, adventure, and discovery!
Tour Time: Daily at 7 PM (2-hour experience)
Pricing:
- Adults: $75
- Kids (5-16 years): $45
- Kids under 5: Free
Bookings Essential! Call 0466 265 377 to reserve your adventure.
What to Bring:
- Comfortable clothes (you don’t mind getting a little dusty!)
- Water, insect repellent & sturdy footwear for a safe and enjoyable experience.
Looking for something special? We offer private group tours, guided bus tours, and customized extended tours—just ask!
Don’t miss this extraordinary outback adventure! Book now and let the stars and opal guide your way!