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West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs

West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs

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Tour Code: 677007

$177.09 ~~per person~~

Free Cancellation

Departure City

Alice Springs

End City

Alice Springs

Duration

10 hours

Language

English Live

Highlights

Experience the magnificent grandeur of the West MacDonnell Ranges on this fascinating one day tour. Marvel at towering fiery red walls set aglow by the desert sun as you drive along the ranges. We tour through these amazing ranges all day and stop at beautiful gorges and waterholes, where we can enjoy a refreshing swim in the warmer months. Don’t forget your camera! Every moment of this memorable one day tour is worth capturing. You’ll visit: Simpsons Gap Standley Chasm Ochre Pits Ormiston Gorge Ellery Creek Bighole Flynn Memorial Optional swim at Ellery Creek Bighole (summer only) All activities are considered very safe for all age groups. They do not require a high level of fitness or agility. Please note an NT Parks Pass is required, please purchase prior to tour.

Itinerary

MacDonnell Ranges(Pass by)
After pickup at your Alice Springs hotel, set off with your guide and small group into West MacDonnell Ranges 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(45minutes*Admission Ticket Not Included)
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(60minutes*Admission Ticket Included)
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(15minutes*Admission Ticket Not Included)
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(60minutes*Admission Ticket Not Included)
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.
Ellery Creek Big Hole(60minutes*Admission Ticket Not Included)
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.
(Pass by)
Your guide returns you to your Alice Springs hotel to end the tour.

Tips

Please call to confirm pickup time prior to tour date. Kindly allow 15 mins for the bus to arrive.

Meeting & Transfer Info

Meeting Point

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,20 Gregory Terrace,

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,65 Bath St,

Elkira Court Motel

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,26 parson Street, Alice Springs NT,

Red Rock Hostel

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,11 Leichhardt Terrace,

Stay At Alice Springs Hotel

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,1 Stuart Highway,

Wintersun Caravan Park

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,15 Railway Tce,

The Desert Rose Inn

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,51 Dixon Rd,

A Good Rest B&B

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,1 Strehlow St, The Gap

Alice On Todd Apartments

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,4 Traeger Avenue

Jump Inn Alice Budget Accommodation

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,9 - 10 South Terrace

Quest Alice Springs

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,4 Mueller St,

Alice Lodge

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,6 Khalick St, East Side

Alice's Secret Travellers Inn

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,4 Cassia Ct,

Kathys Place Bed And Breakfast

Australia

East Side Australia,East Side,27 Undoolya Road,

Alice Motor Inn

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,40 Ragonesi Road,

Heritage Caravan Park

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,25 Palm Place,

Discovery Parks - Alice Springs

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,70 Larapinta Drive, Araluen

Alice Springs Tourist Park

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,82 Barrett Dr

DoubleTree By Hilton Alice Springs

Australia

Desert Springs Australia,Desert Springs,74 Barrett Dr

Desert Palms Alice Springs

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,23 Palm Circuit,

G'Day Mate Tourist Park

Australia

Alice Springs Australia,Alice Springs,93 Barrett Drive, Northern Territory

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

What’s Included

Includes

Lunch

Morning Tea

Entry fee to Standley Chasm

Experienced, friendly tour guide

Accommodation pick-up and drop-off

Air-conditioned transport

Excludes

Gratuities

Effective to all travel on 1st of April 2025, NT Park Pass is no longer included.

Please pre-purchase the NT Park Pass & bring it with you on the day of the tour

Special Notes

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Please wear strong, non-slip walking shoes

Please bring hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle and swimwear during the summer months

Please bring NT Parks Pass (digital copy accepted)

Cancellation Policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirement: If you have traveled to or transited through yellow fever-endemic regions including East African countries (excluding Tanzania) or South American countries, either before or after your trip, you may be required to present a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. This requirement can apply not only for joining tours but also for certain flights or entry into specific countries. For more details, please refer to the official site: : Yellow Fever Risk Areas - Fit for Travel

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