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March through May and September through November are deemed to be the best time to visit South Australia. Fall boasts a low possibility of rains and an excellent chance to explore Simpson Dunes. Spring is known for a relatively slow tourist season when the air warms up; the prices are affordable and wildlife is easy to observe. This period is perfect for hitting Stuart Highway or Birdsville Track and exploring the state. June through August in SA is never very cold. During these months, the state offers fewer tourists, the cheapest accommodation, and a perfect whale watching experience. However, winter also has the most precipitation. Peak season in South Australia runs from December to February. Summer months bring the heat, bright sun, and clear skies—fantastic conditions for chilling on the beach or strolling around Umpherston Sinkhole. Just don't forget to grab a wide-brimmed hat.

21 things to do in South Australia

Flying Duck Orchid

September–January Nature

Tiny flower resembling a flying duck lures insects into its arms, captivates, and enslaves them

Pilwarren Maslin Beach Nude Games

January 17, 2021 Event

Nudist community of Australia organizes a large sports competition, which attracts hundreds of enthusiasts

Simpson, the World's Largest Sand Dune Desert

mid-March–November (best in May–October) Activity

Hundreds of kilometres of sand dunes, vast salt flats, and boundless open spaces astonish with unexpectedly rich wildlife

Pumpkin Season

March–August Food

Pumpkin seeds were brought to Australia on the First Fleet back in 1788

Quince

March–July Food

One of the latest fruits of the year that will brighten up any dessert!

Capsicum

December–May Food

This glossy and brightly colored fruit will be a good addition to your meal

Boxing Day

December 26 Event

One of the best days to go shopping or enjoy a family BBQ

Asparagus

September–November Food

In most refined dishes, asparagus should maintain its taste and structure: it should be slightly soft, but not too much

Pine Mushrooms (Saffron Milk Caps)

March–May Food

These grow in places where the soil is densely covered with old coniferous needles, and often hide under them

Umpherston Sinkhole

December–February Nature

A luxurious garden in an unlikely place

Birdsville Track

all year round Activity

A road through a desert is called the loneliest in Australia

The Lights of Lobethal

December 7–December 22 Event

The largest community display of Christmas lights in the Southern Hemisphere

Electric Gardens Festival

March 30–April 7, 2024 (March 30—Melbourne, March 31—Sydney, April 6-7—Perth) Event

Electronic-centric music festival in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth

WOMADelaide Festival

March 7-10, 2025 Event

An iconic open-air festival of music, art and dance

Stuart Highway

May–October Activity

A legendary historic route that runs through several climate zones of Australia

Whale Watching in South Australia

June–September Nature

Witness a massive southern right whale migration

Generations in Jazz

May 3–5, 2024 Event

A popular music event and competition in South Australia

Perth International Jazz Festival

October 24–November 3, 2024 | November 9–10, 2024 Event

Australians surely know a little something about jazz music, and this festival is living proof of it

Melbourne Food & Wine Festival

mid-March, 2025 Event

Explore the richness of Victorian cuisine and wine at the Garden City's biggest feast

Meredith Music Festival

December 6–8, 2024 Event

Experience the quintessential joy of music at the celebration in the heart of Victoria

Adelaide Film Festival

October 22–November 2, 2024 Event

One of the top 50 film festivals in the world

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