Take delight in this underrated peninsula, otherwise known as Australia’s seafood frontier
By Mavis Teo
Despite some of the attractions Eyre Peninsula has - open spaces, beautiful coastlines, fresh seafood and good wine – it has so far remained under the radar of many Asian tourists, including those from Singapore. Though 434,000 Singaporeans visited Australia last year, only three per cent went to South Australia (according to Tourism Australia’s figures released during the Australian Tourism Exchange in Adelaide this April). Out of this figure, a smaller number ventured to Eyre Peninsula.
For a start, “Eyre” is pronounced as “Aire”, not “error”. There are definitely more than five things you might not know about this gem. Owner of Australian Wildlife Adventures Craig “Hassie” Haslam brought us around and showed us the ways to enjoy Eyre. His repertoire is a lot wider – we’re just scratching the surface with these.
Photo: John White
5. Hunt and Gather
Owner of Goin Off Safaris David “Lunch” Doudle will teach you how to fish, and gather seafood for your lunch (pun intended). He will teach you how to hook your fishing line, cast it into the sea and reel in your catch. He will also snorkel for shellfish and abalone. You may don a wetsuit, and put on a mask and fins and jump into the water with him if you wish to work for your lunch. On a good day, you may even find a crayfish. “Lunch” will prepare the lunch for you by the beach; served with good wines, of course.
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