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West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs

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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.
10 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Experience the magnificent grandeur of the West MacDonnell Ranges on this fascinating one day tour.

Marvel at towering fiery red walls set aglow by the desert sun as you drive along the ranges.

We tour through these amazing ranges all day and stop at beautiful gorges and waterholes, where we can enjoy a refreshing swim in the warmer months.

Don’t forget your camera! Every moment of this memorable one day tour is worth capturing.

You’ll visit:
Simpsons Gap
Standley Chasm
Ochre Pits
Ormiston Gorge
Ellery Creek Bighole
Flynn Memorial
Optional swim at Ellery Creek Bighole (summer only)

All activities are considered very safe for all age groups. They do not require a high level of fitness or agility.

Please note an NT Parks Pass is required, please purchase prior to tour.

What's Included

  • Morning Tea
  • Bushman's Lunch
  • Entry fee to Standley Chasm
  • Gratuities
  • Effective to all travel on 1st of April 2025, NT Park Pass is no longer included.
  • Please pre-purchase the NT Park Pass & bring it with you on the day of the tour
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Meeting and Pickup

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Please call to confirm pickup time prior to tour date. Kindly allow 15 mins for the bus to arrive.

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MacDonnell Ranges (pass by)

After pickup at your Alice Springs hotel, set off with your guide and small group into West MacDonnell Ranges National Park to begin your exploration of the area’s many natural attractions. Throughout the day, your knowledgeable guide shares informative commentary about the natural and cultural history to the region.
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Simpsons Gap

Start with a scenic walk at Simpsons Gap, one of the most renowned gaps in the West MacDonnell Ranges. Follow a riverbed to a natural rock amphitheater while looking for endangered black-footed rock wallabies that hop among the boulders.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Standley Chasm Angkerle

Then admire the tall rock walls of Standley Chasm as you stroll through trees that line the tracks including acacias, cycads, ghost gums and cypress pines. Have morning tea at Standley Chasm before heading to your next destination, the Ochre Pits.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Ochre Pits

A short path leads to rock walls that are covered with white, yellow and red layers of ochre. Be sure to bring your camera to snap photos of the shifting hues. Considered a sacred site for the local Arrernte peoples, the ochre pits provided material traditionally used for ceremonies and trading.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ormiston Gorge

Further down the road, stop for a bushman's lunch at Ormiston Gorge, which contains a semi-permanent waterhole. Look for waterbirds such as the Pacific heron and white-faced heron, both common visitors to the waterhole.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Ellery Creek Big Hole

Continue to Ellery Creek Big Hole, a significant geological site and one of central Australia's most pristine waterholes and cool off with a swim.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Emu Run Experience - Uluru Tours From Alice Springs & Ayers Rock (pass by)

Your guide returns you to your Alice Springs hotel to end the tour.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please wear strong, non-slip walking shoes
  • Please bring hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle and swimwear during the summer months
  • Please bring NT Parks Pass (digital copy accepted)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (8)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (ACST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 355 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Frequently Asked Questions (8)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (ACST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Morning Tea.
  • Bushman's Lunch.
  • Entry fee to Standley Chasm.
  • Accommodation pick-up and drop-off.
  • Air-conditioned transport.
  • Experienced, friendly tour guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Effective to all travel on 1st of April 2025, NT Park Pass is no longer included.
  • Please pre-purchase the NT Park Pass & bring it with you on the day of the tour.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
A:

This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs is as follows:

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Morning Tea
  • Bushman's Lunch
  • Entry fee to Standley Chasm
  • Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
  • Air-conditioned transport
  • Experienced, friendly tour guide
  • Gratuities
  • Effective to all travel on 1st of April 2025, NT Park Pass is no longer included.
  • Please pre-purchase the NT Park Pass & bring it with you on the day of the tour

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please wear strong, non-slip walking shoes
  • Please bring hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, water bottle and swimwear during the summer months
  • Please bring NT Parks Pass (digital copy accepted)
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers

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