The Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden (AALBG) in Port Augusta was established in 1993, with the Garden officially opening in 1996, to research, conserve and promote the wider appreciation of Australia’s arid zone flora.

Located on the shores of Upper Spencer Gulf with spectacular views to the ancient Flinders Ranges, the Garden showcases a diverse collection of arid zone habitats in a picturesque setting of more than 250 hectares.
You can explore the Garden on one of four specially marked walking tracks. Take a short stroll along the highlights walk or venture on to the Red Cliff Walk to enjoy spectacular views of Spencer Gulf and the Flinders Ranges from stunning red cliff tops.

Our wonderful volunteer Tour Guides offer tours of the garden at 10 am Monday – Friday (excluding public holidays). It’s a great way to experience the garden with a local who is passionate about the native plants and history of Arid Lands.

If you miss our Guided Tour or you would just prefer to explore the walking tracks independently, you can collect a map from our Gift Shop or download one from our website.

More than 140 species of native birds make the Arid Lands their home and can be sighted throughout the garden and at two specially built bird-hides.

Don’t miss our award winning AridSmart Display Gardens where you’ll discover how to create a stunning water-wise garden at home.

There’s also the Arid Explorer Children’s Garden, located next to the visitor centre, offering a fenced nature play area featuring a shelter shed, mini bird-hides, logs and rocks for climbing and building, a dry creek bed and a ‘red sand’ sand pit.

Our café is open 7 days a week for coffee and cake, breakfast, lunch or a cold drink to refresh you after your walk around the Arid Lands Botanic Garden.

While you’re there, why not visit our retail space and pick up a few of our native plant offerings.

The Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden is open daily from 7:30 am until sunset.

To find our more, visit our website, https://www.aalbg.org/.