West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
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)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Lunch
Morning Tea
Entry fee to Standley Chasm
Experienced, friendly tour guide
Accommodation pick-up and drop-off
Air-conditioned transport
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
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
MacDonnell Ranges
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.
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.
Options
2021-2022
Pickup included
Reviews
360 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing day discovering the West MacDonnell Range
Diana R,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful day experiencing one of the marvels of Alice Springs region. Matt, our guide, was informative on the region, told great stories, and was a great driver as he drove us to all spots on itinerary and then added a few additional stops for more scenic pictures. It was a great tour!
McDonnell Range Sight Seeing Trip
Larry W,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00A wonderful experience but make sure you have a bug head net! Our driver, Kylie, was very knowledgeable and pleasant.
Beautiful place and a...
ORYITZHAK N,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful place and a very nice tour guide. Great and relaxed. excellent to see the most important places near Alice Springs.
Would do it again!
Christopher K,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great overview of the Western Macdonnell Ranges. Enough time to explore and take pictures (and a swim). When you have a day to spend in Alice Springs (which does not offer much in itself) - do it, unless you want to do a one-day trip to Uluru instead (or both)...
Magnificent Macdonnell ranges
ALLEN G,
Jul 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00The scenery is stunning and a must place to visit. Simpsons gap was beautiful especially early in the morning. Our tour guide Kylie was brilliant. She was very friendly and had a fantastic knowledge of the area that made our day extra special.
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