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West MacDonnell Ranges Tour From Alice Springs - Full Day

Discover the West MacDonnell Ranges on a full day tour from Alice Springs, exploring gorges, ancient chasms and a pristine outback waterhole.
West MacDonnell Ranges Tour From Alice Springs - Full Day

Highlights

  • Explore the West MacDonnell Ranges

  • Walk through Simpsons Gap and gorges

  • Discover the colourful Ochre Pits

  • Swim at pristine Ellery Creek Big Hole

  • Enjoy a Bushman's Lunch at the gorge

  • Pause at Standley Chasm for tea

Discover the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges on a full day guided tour from Alice Springs, winding through dramatic outback scenery to some of Central Australia's most spectacular natural sites. Your day begins with an early collection from your accommodation, then it is off into the ranges for beautiful walks at Simpsons Gap and the towering walls of Standley Chasm, where you will pause for morning tea.

Stop at the colourful Ochre Pits before reaching Ormiston Gorge, the setting for a relaxed Bushman's Lunch. From there you will visit Ellery Creek Big Hole, one of the region's most pristine waterholes, so pack your swimmers in the warmer months for a refreshing dip. As the afternoon light shifts, the ranges glow in extraordinary shades of orange, maroon and purple, a fitting finale to a day spent exploring the heart of the outback. With a friendly guide and comfortable transport, this relaxed day trip makes discovering Central Australia wonderfully easy.

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Inclusions

  • Full day guided tour of the West MacDonnell Ranges
  • Accommodation pick up and drop off in Alice Springs
  • Morning tea and a Bushman's Lunch
  • Experienced and friendly tour guide
  • Air conditioned transport
  • Entry fee to Standley Chasm

Exclusions

  • NT Parks Pass.

Time

  • This experience departs Alice Springs at approximately 7.45am and returns at around 5.30pm.

Duration

  • This experience is approximately 10 hours in duration.

Departure Location

  • This experience includes return transfers from your Alice Springs accommodation. Please advise your address at the time of booking.

What To Bring

  • Proof of booking, including the email version
  • NT Parks Pass (digital copy accepted)
  • Water bottle holding at least one litre
  • Strong, non slip walking shoes
  • Wide brimmed hat, fly net, sunglasses and sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Casual, comfortable clothing suited to the season

Terms And Conditions

  • Children two years and under are not suited to this tour
  • Travellers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian responsible for their care
  • No upper age limit applies, though some sections can be physically demanding
  • Central Australia experiences extreme weather conditions during summer
  • Smoking is not permitted on the vehicle or at any location where smoking is prohibited
  • The itinerary cannot be changed once the tour has departed
  • Any damage to the vehicle will be charged to the responsible customer
  • Personal items including electronic devices are the responsibility of the customer
  • One special dietary requirement can be catered for on request: vegetarian, gluten free or dairy free
  • Please advise of any food allergies at the time of booking

Cancellation Policy

  • Change your booking up to 4 days before the start time of your experience
  • Changes are not permitted within 4 days of your experience
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience

Booking Information

  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
  • Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
  • Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
  • For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
  • We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 48 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements

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$279

AUD

Age Groups

Preschool (3-5)
Primary school (6-8)
Middle school (9-11)
Young teens (12-14)
Teens (15-17)
Students (18+)

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