Most memorable experience “This is not sightseeing. This is guided discovery.”
— Ancient Land Tours (ancientlandtours.com)
Rarely does a company’s own description prove not only entirely true, but also an understatement in several dimensions.
Dr Steve Milner is a scientist and an outstanding guide, able to find equally interesting alternatives when nature reveals its more extreme moods.
He is a natural teacher who shares knowledge and enthusiasm with clarity and generosity, enabling visitors to truly read the landscape and the larger story shaped by water, time, and life.
Above all, he is a remarkable human being, with whom travel becomes a succession of eye‑opening moments enjoyed in genuinely good company.
The experience was exceptional: impeccably organised, masterfully managed, and attentive to every detail.
We have been travelling for decades, both for leisure and for work. This journey through the Flinders Ranges now ranks among our most memorable experiences and has left us with a strong desire to travel again with Steve.
Carlos and Jean — March 2026

We had a fantastic day out with Steve on the Ancient Dunes and Mallee tour and thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Steve was very professional, the vehicle was clean and very comfortable. The lunch and snacks were great. Steve had an interesting work life and hobbies which added to our trip. We don’t have a 4wd, so we would not be able to go the places he took us. There was only us and nature, no other cars on our day out. Next time we go to Ceduna we will definitely be booking another trip with Steve.

Our 9 hour day tour with Steve was one of the highlights of our trip up the Eyre Peninsula.
We would not have been able to visit the sites/sights by ourselves. He took us to remote sites with views of the Bight which was spectacular and introduced us to birds, crustaceans, lizards, fossils and claw and paw prints in the rocks.

We felt entirely safe in his hands while driving through rugged terrain. Not only did Steve have extensive knowledge of the geology, flora, fauna of the area, he was also passionate about its indigenous and exploration history and its ecological specialness. He provided a stimulating conversation during our drives discussing scientific research, his experience of caving and the archeological richness in the Nullabor.

Steve was very considerate in maintaining a pace and itinerary which commensurate with our age. Never pushing us for time and was flexible with the schedule.

His vehicle was clean, comfortable and well maintained. The two meals provided had high quality and delicious offerings in generous helpings and there was also the bonus of hot boiling water for our beverages. Collapsible chairs, proper crockery and cutlery were provided to enable leisurely enjoyment of the view on Eyres Bluff.
Altogether a most memorable outing.

Steve was a great host. He knew the area extremely well and was knowledgable about the people, animals and geography of the area we travelled through. We had never travelled over sand dunes and were intrigued with his driving skills as he took us to lovely waterside spots. Steve is a dab hand at providing hot drinks with his gas stove and the catered food was excellent and plentiful. The drive from the sand dunes to the dingo fence was an opportunity to learn about each other and swap travel stories. We were impressed with his rapport with the local Aboriginal elders and his respect for their culture. The day went very quickly.

Tours are very unique. Steve is so knowledgeable & passionate about the Eyre Peninsula. We did three different tours and each one took us to places that we could never go without being on these tours. Areas are remote, stunning & memorable. Opportunity to learn about history, plants, wildlife, geology & all areas visited. Comfortable vehicle, felt very safe in all types of terrain. Delicious morning tea & lunches in stunning settings. Lots of opportunities to take photos We loved each tour and highly recommended that you experience EP uniquely with Ancient Lans Tours. Great value for money.

Tours are very unique. Steve is so knowledgeable & passionate about the Eyre Peninsula. We did three different tours and each one took us to places that we could never go without being on these tours. Areas are remote, stunning & memorable. Opportunity to learn about history, plants, wildlife, geology & all areas visited. Comfortable vehicle, felt very safe in all types of terrain. Delicious morning tea & lunches in stunning settings. Lots of opportunities to take photos We loved each tour and highly recommended that you experience EP uniquely with Ancient Lans Tours. Great value for money.

Get off the Beaten Track If you like to get off the beaten track go visit some wild and remote areas of Chadinga Conservation Area in comfort with Steve. You will learn a lot, see some spectacular scenery, maybe even a few birds (osprey and Major Mitchell cockatoos in our case) and get to taste some lovely snacks along the way. In addition you will see the quirky windmill collection at Penong and Lake Macdonnell (which may or may not be pink).