About The Tour
Beat the heat of the summer in the Outback and head to the West MacDonnell Ranges to discover what this incredible region has to offer. Explore unique waterholes and river systems against a backdrop of imposing mountain peaks while learning more about the natural history and local heritage of the Ranges.
Tour Details
Operates: Daily (April – October)
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday (November – March)
Departs: 7:45am
Arrives: 5:30pm
Adult: $145
Child: $109
Please note: we do not carry children under the age of 2 years old on this tour.
Itinerary
The tour begins nice and early in Alice Springs. We’ll make our way along the MacDonnell Ranges to Simpsons Gap where we’ll stop to enjoy a walk and take in the stunning natural scenery. Here, you can take a stroll to a nearby waterhole and spot the native wildlife and impressive river red gums – keep your eyes peeled for black-footed rock wallabies.
We refuel with morning tea at Standley Chasm before we move on to Ormiston Gorge, a must-see in this region. The landscape here is defined by soaring cliffs and ancient rock formations, and you’ll have the opportunity to marvel at the views from a designated lookout point. We have one more photo opportunity at the impressive Ochre Pits before we head for lunch.
Then it’s on to the historic Glen Helen Homestead where we’ll break for a yummy buffet lunch. Next up we’ll take you to Ellery Creek Big Hole, where you can take a refreshing dip in the deepest waterhole in Central Australia. Admire the unique sandy beach and landscape surrounding this secluded swimming spot before we make our way back to Alice Springs.
We’ll then make our way back through the ancient landscape of the outback back to Alice Springs where this Central Australian adventure, unfortunately, comes to an end.
