1-Day West MacDonnell Ranges Tjoritja Tour from Alice Springs
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Tour Code: 690792
$138.62 per person
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Departure CityAlice Springs
End CityAlice Springs
Duration12 hours
LanguageEnglish Live
Guide TypeGuided Tour
Group SizeStandard Group Tour
Activity LevelModerate
Highlights
• Explore the West MacDonnell National Park, known by the traditional owners as Tjoritja
• Marvel at the awe of Standley Chasm traditionally known as Angkerle Atwatye as you meander through the 80m high gorge
• Cool off at Ellery Creek Big Hole, one of Central Australia's largest and most beautiful swimming spots
• See the UNESCO-listed Ochre Pit mineral rockface and coloured clay ochre still used in traditional ceremonies
• Refresh within the towering walls of Ormiston Gorge, traditionally known as Kwartatuma
• Try for a glimpse of the very shy black-footed-rock-wallaby and other native wildlife through Simpsons Gap, traditionally known as Rungutjirpa
• Marvel at the awe of Standley Chasm traditionally known as Angkerle Atwatye as you meander through the 80m high gorge
• Cool off at Ellery Creek Big Hole, one of Central Australia's largest and most beautiful swimming spots
• See the UNESCO-listed Ochre Pit mineral rockface and coloured clay ochre still used in traditional ceremonies
• Refresh within the towering walls of Ormiston Gorge, traditionally known as Kwartatuma
• Try for a glimpse of the very shy black-footed-rock-wallaby and other native wildlife through Simpsons Gap, traditionally known as Rungutjirpa
Itinerary
This fare price is for a West MacDonnell Ranges (Tjoritja) full-day tour.
DEPARTS:7:00 - 7:30am
RETURNS: 18:00pm
MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: Selected Alice Springs Accommodation
Known traditionally as Angkerle Atwatye, meaning "Gap of Water", Standley Chasm is a 3-meter-wide, 80-meter-high gorge amongst the West MacDonnell Ranges. We hope to spot the native wildlife as we explore this beautifully rugged area before we track west and are tempted to dip in Ellery Creek Bighole, known traditionally as Udepata, surrounded by tall red cliffs and sandy Ellery Creek. Onwards to where massive geological forces created the towering red walls of Ormiston Gorge. Spend time here admiring nature and its finest before we begin our leisurely journey back towards Alice Springs, with our final stop at another amazing feature of the Tjoritja West MacDonnells region, Simpsons Gap, where several dreaming trails and stories cross. Featuring a permanent waterhole this is also a great place to spot resident wildlife. Now we've had our fix of some of the best of central Australia's natural icons, we deliver you back to Alice Springs to your chosen accommodation and evening plans as you reminisce on your day of exploration.
Meals: Lunch and snacks.
Driving Distance: 310 km.
Walking Distance: ~3km / 4km.
DEPARTS:7:00 - 7:30am
RETURNS: 18:00pm
MAIN PICKUP LOCATION & TIME: Selected Alice Springs Accommodation
Known traditionally as Angkerle Atwatye, meaning "Gap of Water", Standley Chasm is a 3-meter-wide, 80-meter-high gorge amongst the West MacDonnell Ranges. We hope to spot the native wildlife as we explore this beautifully rugged area before we track west and are tempted to dip in Ellery Creek Bighole, known traditionally as Udepata, surrounded by tall red cliffs and sandy Ellery Creek. Onwards to where massive geological forces created the towering red walls of Ormiston Gorge. Spend time here admiring nature and its finest before we begin our leisurely journey back towards Alice Springs, with our final stop at another amazing feature of the Tjoritja West MacDonnells region, Simpsons Gap, where several dreaming trails and stories cross. Featuring a permanent waterhole this is also a great place to spot resident wildlife. Now we've had our fix of some of the best of central Australia's natural icons, we deliver you back to Alice Springs to your chosen accommodation and evening plans as you reminisce on your day of exploration.
Meals: Lunch and snacks.
Driving Distance: 310 km.
Walking Distance: ~3km / 4km.
Tips
*Tours4fun reserves the right to alter the route or itinerary schedule during seasonal weather fluctuations and/or during park closures due to traditional landowner ceremonies. For operational reasons, the order of itinerary stops may vary at times.
Visiting Attractions
Simpsons Gap
West MacDonnell National Park
Meal
B: Excluded, L: Included, D: Excluded
Meeting & Transfer Info
Meeting Point
Alice Lodge Backpackers - 4 Mueller St East Side NT
Alice Motor Inn - 25-27 Undoolya Rd East Alice Springs
Alice on Todd Apartments - 1 Strehlow St The Gap
Alice Springs YHA - Cnr Parsons St Leichhardt Terrace
Alices Secret Travellers Inn - 6 Khalick St East Side NT
Best Western Elkira Court Motel - 65 Bath St Alice Springs
Crowne Plaza Lasseters - 93 Barrett Dr Alice Springs
Desert Palms Alice Springs - 74 Barrett Dr Alice Springs
DoubleTree Hilton Alice Springs -82 Barrett Dr Alice Springs
Discovery Parks - Alice Springs 25 Palm Place Ross NT
Gap View Hotel - 123 Gap Rd The Gap NT
Gday Mate Tourist Park - 23 Palm Circuit Ross Alice Springs
Haven Backpacker Resort - 3 Larapinta Dr Alice Springs
Heritage Caravan Park - 40 Ragonesi Rd Alice Springs NT
Mercure Alice Springs Resort -34 Stott Terrace Alice Springs
Quest Alice Springs - 10 South Terrace Alice Springs
Stay at Alice Springs Hotel Aurora - 11 Leichhardt Terrace
The Diplomat Motel - 20 Gregory Terrace Alice Springs
Wintersun Cabin n Caravan Park - 1 Stuart Hwy Alice Springs
What’s Included
Includes
- Standley Chasm entry fee
- Morning tea & lunch
- Guided bush walks
- Australian wildlife sightings
- Accredited outback driver guide
- Air-conditioned mini coach travel
- Comprehensive tour commentary
- Selected Alice Spring inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
Excludes
- Any meals not indicated within the itinerary - at the guest’s own expense
- Travel insurance is recommended
- Personal expenses
Special Notes
WHAT TO BRING:
2L Refillable water bottle, hat, sunglasses & sunscreen, beach towel and swimwear, comfortable hiking shoes (tread closed-toe shoes), all-weather comfortable clothing, tropical strength insect repellent, small day pack 5-7kg, money for snack and meals, camera to capture every moment, binoculars for wildlife spotting.
CHILD POLICY:
Child fare prices apply from 6 to 12 years old. Not suitable for infants or children 5 years old and under, due to safety requirements and the level of fitness required to complete the walks.
WEATHER:
The weather in the Northern Territory can fluctuate and be extreme. It is not unheard of for temperatures to reach over 40+ degrees Celsius in the dry season and in the evening the temperature drops dramatically. Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing. In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the provider.
THINGS TO KNOW:
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
2L Refillable water bottle, hat, sunglasses & sunscreen, beach towel and swimwear, comfortable hiking shoes (tread closed-toe shoes), all-weather comfortable clothing, tropical strength insect repellent, small day pack 5-7kg, money for snack and meals, camera to capture every moment, binoculars for wildlife spotting.
CHILD POLICY:
Child fare prices apply from 6 to 12 years old. Not suitable for infants or children 5 years old and under, due to safety requirements and the level of fitness required to complete the walks.
WEATHER:
The weather in the Northern Territory can fluctuate and be extreme. It is not unheard of for temperatures to reach over 40+ degrees Celsius in the dry season and in the evening the temperature drops dramatically. Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing. In the event of rain or inclement weather, your experience will still go ahead, unless contacted by the provider.
THINGS TO KNOW:
- This itinerary may vary to adapt to seasonal changes and occasionally spots in the parks close or do not allow swimming. As safety is our top priority we plan accordingly to ensure our guests have the most fun and best experience possible while on tour.
- A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks.
- This terrain is not suitable for mobility impaired travellers, wheelchairs, walkers, prams or strollers.
- Limited storage space on our vehicle, baggage kept to 1 x 5-7kg day bag per person.
- All tours must be re-confirmed with the operator within 7 days prior to departure on 03 9393 1333.
- Please notify the tour operator of any preexisting medical conditions prior to departure.
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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