This historic railway is a working railway museum which features restored steam trains, diesel rail-cars and carriages from the original Ghan railway. The train operates a three hour return journey through the Pichi Richi Pass to W7001shed Flat between March and November. Visitors can also tour the workshops.
Bookings are essential.
There is also a display of astronomical charts. Painter Sanctuary and Historic Reserve is unique, with its rugged outback beauty and wildlife. It is steeped in history and dotted with geological monuments. The reserve offers a variety of experiences to visitors including hot springs, picturesque gorges, waterholes and rare wildlife. The area around Arkaroola is rich in mineral deposits.