South Australia offers a brilliant blend of Summer holiday activities. Here are some ideas to get you started: Houseboating � There�s nothing more relaxing than cruising the famous Murray River aboard a privately chartered houseboat. Both accommodation and transport, these purpose-built riverboats give you all the freedom you need to explore long stretches and the landscapes of the river - or do a lot of nothing. Visit www.riverland.info or www.murraylands.info

Take to the Green � South Australia is a golfer�s paradise offering a range of picturesque courses nestled among vineyards, overlooking Adelaide�s skyline or perched on hills above the coastline. Tee it up at one of Adelaide�s finest golf courses, the Royal Adelaide Golf Club, shoo away the Kangaroos and wildlife at Mount Osmond Golf Club, or have a swing at one of the lush greens in the Riverland. Visit www.southaustralia.com/golfing

Swim with Sea Lions and Dolphins � Swimming is believing at stunning Baird Bay, one of few places in the world where you can swim with two very remarkable species of mammals in shallow, sheltered waters. Visit www.bairdbay.com

Take a Wine Tour � Some of the most famous wine regions in the world are dotted across South Australia, and they�re all different. From the rich reds of the Coonawarra and crisp whites in the Adelaide Hills, to award-winning Shiraz in the Barossa and Riesling in the Clare Valley, a journey through a South Australian wine region is as rewarding as the wines themselves. Whether it�s a day trip from Adelaide, a weekend away, or self-drive around a region, a wine tour in South Australia is a must. Visit www.southaustralia.com

Learn to Surf - There's surfing action aplenty right around the South Australian coast � from the tough Chinaman's reef break on Yorke Peninsula to more elementary waves on the Fleurieu Peninsula. What�s more, there are surfing schools around the state to help you improve your moves, including Middleton Surf n Sun; Surf Culture Australia, Port Noarlunga; South Coast Surf Academy, Victor Harbor; or Neptunes Surf Coaching on Yorke Peninsula. Visit www.surfingaustralia.com.au.

Camp Under the Stars � Now that the weather is warmer, its time to get away from the big smoke and urban sprawl and discover the open skies in South Australia. Nothing beats sleeping under a blanket of stars on a balmy summer�s night, telling stories around a crackling campfire, and living the life of a true Aussie swagman. The Flinders Ranges and Outback has some amazing camping spots in National Parks around the region, as does the Riverland and Murrayland. Visit www.southaustralia.com/ Dine by the Shores � South Australia has some of the best coastal dining experiences in the country. For sensational clifftop views, coupled with a modern Australian menu, the Star of Greece at Port Willunga is a favourite. Or, for an intimate dining experience by the sea, the Flying Fish Caf� at Port Elliot is a relaxing way to spend an afternoon or evening. And, if relaxing by the ocean is your idea of a good time, you�ll love the suburb location and ambience of the Grange Jetty Kiosk. Location is everything and South Australia has it all. Visit www.southaustralia.com.

Four Wheel Driving- From the parallel red dunes of the Simpson Desert to the endless white beaches of the Limestone Coast, there�s a four-wheel drive track in South Australia to suit any driver. Well-maintained tracks, such as Goog Track on the Eyre Peninsula, Border Track in the Murraylands or the Robe to Beachport trail in the Limestone Coast, allow experienced and prepared drivers to explore the spectacular scenery without harming the environment. Visit www.southaustralia.com

Sail Away- Relax aboard the 17-metre catamaran on a Temptation Sailing cruise, visiting some of the world�s friendliest dolphins along the glittering shoreline at Glenelg � just 20 minutes from Adelaide. Cruise the Murray River on Jestar Cruises- a modern 40-seat cruiser operating from Mannum. Or, for a change of pace, carve up the waters on a modern speedboat, Hel-a-va Jet at Holdfast Shores, Glenelg. Visit www.southaustrlaia.com.

Step Back in Time � South Australia is steeped in local history that will leave you inspired. For a peek at the past, visit one of the many sites operated by the History Trust of South Australia. Learn the stories of the immigrants who helped to shape South Australia at the Migration Museum on North Terrace. See over 400 cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles at the National Motor Museum in Birdwood in the Adelaide Hills. Discover how the sea helped to shape our State at the South Australian Maritime Museum at Port Adelaide. Visit www.southaustralia.com.

For more ideas and things to do in South Australia, visit www.southaustralia.com.

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