West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs

Overview

Available languages

English

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

Select a pickup point

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.

Admission Not Applicable

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.

45 minutes • Admission Not Included

Options

2021-2022

Pickup included

Reviews

4.70

362 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

296

See the rangers
Kellie L,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Loved what we saw just a shame that the guide was new and still learning. The guide was the only let down. The sights were beautiful
Amazing day discovering the West MacDonnell Range
Diana R,
Sep 15, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Beautiful 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
5.00
A 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
5.00
Beautiful 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
5.00
Great 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)...