Found on the banks of Murat Bay on the Great Australian Bite, Ceduna is a town known for its calming coastal lifestyle and delicious fresh seafood.
There are so many incredible tours and experiences in Ceduna, making it perfect for a weekend trip or a longer stay with loved ones.
Oysters are so integral to the Ceduna community that they are celebrated every year during Oysterfest. This weekend-long food and wine festival is celebrating 35 years in 2025, with more exhibitors, entertainers and food stalls than ever. Featured events include the oyster shuck’n’eat competition, Oysterfest parade, and showcases from top producers. There’s even a kids zone with stalls and games to keep little ones entertained.
Fresh seafood can be sampled any time of year, however, with Ceduna Foreshore offering a delicious seasonal menu with views across Murat Bay. Local students from the Ceduna Area School participate in a Farm to Plate program in the school’s aquaculture centre, supplying the hotel with fresh local barramundi for its delicious dishes.
For a behind the scenes look at the oyster industry, the Oyster Deck Experience takes visitors on a tour of a working oyster farm in Smoky Bay, just south of Ceduna. The tour includes a barge trip to the oyster lease, talks from oyster farmers, the opportunity to shuck and taste delicious fresh oysters, and a relaxing afternoon on the viewing platform with oysters, cheese platters and wine.
To soak in the natural beauty of the town, Encounter Coastal Trail is a 3.6 kilometre hike along the coast. It ends at Pinky Point Lookout, known for its lighthouse and amazing views across the wharf, bay and surrounding islands. During migration season, you may even spot dolphins and whales in the waters below.
Built in 1912, the Ceduna School House Museum was the first post office and gaol in town. Today, visitors can wander the complex to find artefacts related to Maralinga Village where British nuclear tests were carried out between 1956 and 1963, as well as buildings including Denial Bay Gaol, large machinery sheds, a blacksmith’s shop and more.
To see the Ceduna from new heights, join a scenic flight with Chinta Air. Choose from a 20, 30 or 45 minute flight over the township and surrounding coastline and ports, or join one of several day tours. The Mysteries of Maralinga full-day flight starts at Ceduna, before visitors are flown across the Trans Australia Railway Line, before landing at the abandoned British nuclear testing sight for a guided tour and a picnic lunch. No matter which tour you pick, there’s no better way to explore the breathtaking natural beauty of the South Australian Coast.
If you’re looking for a day trip, Maralinga Tours also offer full day tours of the atomic testing grounds just outside of town, where British troops detonated seven atomic bombs. Knowledgeable guides will take you through the airstrip, blast sites and museum, sharing stories of the past.
Or, to explore the hidden wonders of South Australia’s far west, join an expedition with Ancient Land Tours. While there are several exciting options to choose from, we suggest the hidden wonders tour for those who want to embrace adventure off the beaten track. This nine hour experience is led by a friendly local guide, who shares secrets of the outback while you make the journey from Ceduna to the Head of Bight, with opportunities for birdwatching along the way. Visit sheltered bays, deserted beaches and rugged headlands that you wouldn’t be able to reach otherwise. And, from July to September, Ancient Land Tours also run whale watching expeditions to see Southern Right Whales in their natural habitat.
Can’t get enough of these tours and experiences in Ceduna? Check out all the opportunities to engage with the seafood industry in town here.
