West MacDonnell Ranges Half-Day Tour with Optional Alice Springs Desert Park
- Location:Alice Springs, Australia
- Duration:Tour Only - 4 hrs
Tour with Dessert Park - 8 hrs - TOUR Code:2230A24_A26
Discover the rugged beauty of the Australian Outback on this half-day tour of the West MacDonnell Ranges from Alice Springs! Experience Simpsons Gap, Twin Ghost Gums and of course Standley Chasm (Angkerle). Also, visit the gravesite of John Flynn, founder of the famous Australian Royal Flying Doctor Service. Optional upgrade to Alice Springs Desert Park available.
Travel alongside the rugged West MacDonnell Ranges, stopping to visit Flynn's grave. Founder of Australia's Royal Flying Doctor Service, Reverend John Flynn is one of Australia's greatest Outback heroes. Then explore the dramatic feature of Simpsons Gap, keeping a look out for elusive rock wallabies. Arrive at majestic Angkerle (Standley Chasm). Walk through this five-metre break in the range, with its towering fiery red walls. Enjoy a picnic lunch with traditional Aussie billy tea. From atop Anzac Hill enjoy stunning views of the MacDonnell ranges and Alice Springs.
Upgrade to include Alice Springs Desert Park:
Get a taste of the Outback's delicate eco-systems and nocturnal animals at the world renowned Alice Springs Desert Park in one afternoon. Explore the three unique desert habitats, view the animals and plants of the region, and learn about their traditional use and management by Aboriginal people. The Alice Springs Desert Park is a highly recommended Alice Springs attraction to visit.
Schedule Details
Alice Springs Desert Park, Northern Territory
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Tour departs from Alice Springs hotels
Departure Time:- 9:00am
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Duration:Tour Only - 4 hrs
Tour with Dessert Park - 8 hrs
Tour Only concludes in Alice Springs at approximately 1:00pm
Tour with Dessert Park concludes in Alice Springs at approximately 5:00pmTour and Pricing Options
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Additional Information
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Local guide
- Commentary by driver
- Picnic lunch with traditional Aussie billy tea
- Touring by luxury, air-conditioned coach
- Australia's Goods and Services Tax (GST)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Vehicle used is 21 seated coach
- Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer
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A fantastic way to spend the day in Alice Springs. Standley Chasm was the highlight - an amazing ... Read more ›
Jessica H, April 2012
