Embark on a breathtaking day trip to the West MacDonnell Ranges from Alice Springs. Marvel at fiery red walls, swim in refreshing waterholes, and capture unforgettable moments. Suitable for all ages.
Embark on a breathtaking day trip to the West MacDonnell Ranges from Alice Springs. Marvel at fiery red walls, swim in refreshing waterholes, and capture unforgettable moments. Suitable for all ages.
- MacDonnell Ranges - After pickup at your Alice Springs hotel, set off with your guide and small group into West MacDonnell National Park to begin your exploration of the area’s many natural attractions. Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the natural and cultural history to the region.
- Simpsons Gap…
- MacDonnell Ranges - After pickup at your Alice Springs hotel, set off with your guide and small group into West MacDonnell National Park to begin your exploration of the area’s many natural attractions. Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the natural and cultural history to the region.
- Simpsons Gap - Start with a scenic walk at Simpsons Gap, one of the most renowned gaps in the West MacDonnell Ranges. Follow a riverbed to a natural rock amphitheater while looking for endangered black-footed rock wallabies that hop among the boulders.
- Standley Chasm Angkerle - Then admire the tall rock walls of Standley Chasm as you stroll through trees that line the tracks including acacias, cycads, ghost gums and cypress pines. Have morning tea at Standley Chasm before heading to your next destination, the Ochre Pits.
- Ochre Pits - A short path leads to rock walls that are covered with white, yellow and red layers of ochre. Be sure to bring your camera to snap photos of the shifting hues. Considered a sacred site for the local Arrernte peoples, the ochre pits provided material traditionally used for ceremonies and trading.
- Ormiston Gorge - Further down the road, stop for a picnic lunch at Ormiston Gorge, which contains a semi-permanent waterhole. Look for waterbirds such as the Pacific heron and white-faced heron, both common visitors to the waterhole.
- Mount Sonder - Next, head to Mt Sonder LOOKOUT and admire the spectacular landscape including a towering sandstone wall and views of Mt Sonder, one of the highest points in Central Australia.
- Emu Run Experience - Day Tours - Your guide returns you to your Alice Springs hotel to end the tour.
- Ellery Creek Big Hole - Continue to Ellery Creek Big Hole, a significant geological site and one of central Australia’s most pristine waterholes and cool off with a swim.
- Lunch
- Morning Tea
- Entry fee to Standley Chasm
- Experienced, friendly tour guide
- Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned transport
- Lunch
- Morning Tea
- Entry fee to Standley Chasm
- Experienced, friendly tour guide
- Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned transport
- Gratuities
- Effective to all travel on 1st of April 20205, NT Park Pass is no longer included.
- Please pre-purchase the NT Park Pass & bring it with you on the day of the tour
- Gratuities
- Effective to all travel on 1st of April 20205, NT Park Pass is no longer included.
- Please pre-purchase the NT Park Pass & bring it with you on the day of the tour
Experience the spectacular beauty of the West MacDonnell Ranges on this enthralling one-day excursion.
Gaze upon the immense red cliffs bathed in sunlight as you journey through the ranges.
Our all-day adventure takes us through these remarkable ranges, pausing at stunning gorges and natural pools where, during the warmer seasons, we have the…
Experience the spectacular beauty of the West MacDonnell Ranges on this enthralling one-day excursion.
Gaze upon the immense red cliffs bathed in sunlight as you journey through the ranges.
Our all-day adventure takes us through these remarkable ranges, pausing at stunning gorges and natural pools where, during the warmer seasons, we have the opportunity to take a dip.
Remember to bring your camera! Each moment of this unforgettable one-day adventure is picture-worthy.
Your itinerary includes:
- Simpsons Gap
- Standley Chasm
- Ochre Pits
- Ormiston Gorge
- Glen Helen
- Ellery Creek Bighole
- Flynn Memorial
- Seasonal opportunity for a swim at Ellery Creek Bighole (summer only)
All the day’s activities are safe for all ages and do not require significant physical fitness or dexterity.
- Please wear strong, non-slip walking shoes
- Please bring hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle and swimwear during the summer months
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.