West MacDonnell Ranges Tjoritja

Provider:
Autopia Tours

Quick Overview

Duration

All day

Group Size

24

Activity Level

Expert

About this experience

Discover the wonders of the West MacDonnell Ranges National Park – a natural gem full of color, history and unique wildlife.
Just a short drive west of Alice Springs, the majestic mountain ranges stretch for 161 kilometers. Crystal clear waterholes invite you to take a refreshing dip, while numerous hiking trails offer spectacular views of the rugged beauty of the Red Centre.

On our full-day tour you will experience the full diversity of this landscape: the idyllic Ellery Creek Big Hole, the impressive Ormiston Gorge and the vibrant colors of the historic ochre pits. An unforgettable nature experience in the heart of Australia!

Highlights of this experience

  • Explore the West MacDonnell National Park, which is called Tjoritja by the traditional owners.
  • Marvel at the impressive Standley Chasm (traditionally Angkerle Atwatye) and hike through its steep rock faces, which are up to 80 m high.
  • Refresh yourself in the Ellery Creek Big Hole, one of the largest and most beautiful natural swimming spots in the heart of Central Australia.
  • Visit the colorful Ochre Pits, a UNESCO-listed mineral rock face whose clay ochre is still used in ceremonies today.
  • Enjoy the spectacular scenery of Ormiston Gorge (traditionally Kwartatuma), framed by towering rock faces.
  • Look out for shy wildlife such as the black-footed rock wallaby in the stunning Simpsons Gap (traditionally Rungutjirpa).

What's included

  • Standley Chasm entrance fee
  • Morning tea and lunch
  • Guided bush walks
  • Accommodation transfer

What's excluded

  • All meals not specified
  • NT Park day pass

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Itinerary

Exact itineraries vary depending on the tour type. 

Morning:
Your adventure begins at the sacred site of Simpsons Gap (Rungutjirpa) with its permanent waterhole and the chance of spotting a shy rock wallaby. Continue to the impressive Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye), where the rock faces, up to 80 meters high, glow in bright shades of red.

Noon:
Afterwards, the picturesque Ellery Creek Big Hole (Udepata) invites you to take a refreshing dip, accompanied by a picnic lunch in the middle of the outback scenery.

Afternoon:
We then visit the colorful and culturally significant Ochre Pits before ending the day in the impressive Ormiston Gorge (Kwartatuma) with its dramatic rock faces and magnificent views. We return to Alice Springs in the late afternoon.

Where we’ll meet

Pick-up possible from selected accommodations: Alice Lodge Backpackers - 4 Mueller St East Side NT Alice Motor Inn - 25-27 Undoolya Rd East Alice Springs Alice Springs YHA - Cnr Parsons St Leichhardt Terrace Alice's Secret Travelers 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 Gday Mate Tourist Park - 23 Palm Circuit Ross Alice Springs 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
Leichhardt Terrace, 11, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, 0870, Australia

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellations within one day before the start date will be charged a fee of 100%.
  • Cancellations between 1 day and 7 days before the start date will incur a fee of 50%.
  • Cancellations between 7 days and 28 days before the start date will incur a 25% fee.
Additionally, the terms and conditions of Ausventure Travel apply.
From $195 /person
  • Alice Springs
    Australia
    Northern Territory
  • 7:30 a.m.
  • 5:30 p.m.
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Experience FAQs

The tour is suitable for children aged 6 and over. Infants and children under the age of 6 cannot participate for safety reasons. Children must be supervised at all times and all guests are required to keep to the marked paths and visitor areas.

Please only bring a small daypack or handbag, as the storage space in the vehicle is limited. Large suitcases or backpacks must be stored in the hotel or in lockers at the bus station before departure.

A moderate level of fitness is required as some trails in the West MacDonnell Ranges can be rocky or steep.

Yes, the tour will take place even in rain or bad weather, unless you are contacted by the organizer. The tour will only be canceled in extreme weather conditions that make it impossible to carry out the tour safely.

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Discover the wonders of the West MacDonnell Ranges National Park – a natural gem full of color, history and unique wildlife.Just a short drive west of Alice Springs, the majestic mountain ranges stretch for 161 kilometers. Crystal clear waterholes invite you to take a refreshing dip, while numerous hiking trails offer spectacular views of the […]

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