Half Day West MacDonnell Ranges Morning Tour: From Alice Springs
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Short on time but still want to experience the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges? This half-day tour is the perfect way to explore some of Central Australia’s most iconic landscapes in just one morning. Marvel at the panoramic scenery as we travel west of Alice Springs to visit culturally significant sites and natural wonders. You’ll learn about desert flora and fauna, and enjoy morning tea surrounded by towering red cliffs.
Inclusions
What's included
- Morning Tea at Standley Chasm
- Entry fee to Standley Chasm
- Experienced, friendly tour guide
- Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
- Air-conditioned transport
What's not
- Exclusions – NT Parks Pass ($10) - please buy NT Parks Pass before your tour
Itinerary
We travel west of Alice Springs along the stunning Tjoritja / West MacDonnell Ranges, taking time to explore some of the region’s most iconic and culturally significant sites.
Our first stop is at John Flynn’s Grave Historical Reserve, the resting place of the founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Service and an important figure in Central Australia’s history.
We continue to the tranquil surroundings of Simpsons Gap, where a short walk offers the chance to spot native wildlife and take in the serene beauty of towering cliffs and shady riverbeds.
The morning continues at the breathtaking Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye), a deep rock passage carved through the ranges by millions of years of erosion. Here, you’ll enjoy morning tea before taking a walk through the chasm.
Throughout the tour, your experienced local guide will share stories, cultural insights, and fascinating facts about the unique desert flora and fauna that thrive in this incredible part of the Red Centre.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 36 travellers
- Operated by
- Emu Run Experience
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Alice Springs
- Its from-price is 45% below the median of the 15 day trips we list in Alice Springs.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 11 of 15.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Alice Springs
Alice Springs is a small desert town in Australia's Red Centre, set among the red ridges of the MacDonnell Ranges beside the usually dry Todd River.
Alice Springs grew from a telegraph station built in 1872 beside a waterhole on the Todd River, which is usually a wide bed of dry sand. The town, called Mparntwe by the Arrernte people, lies in a gap in the MacDonnell Ranges, and Anzac Hill gives a view over its grid of streets. Aboriginal art galleries, the Desert Park and the restored Telegraph Station are among the main sights.
Top-ranked sights in Alice Springs: Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye), MacDonnell Ranges, Simpsons Gap.
