West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
Overview
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10 hours
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Embark on a incredible adventure through the West MacDonnell Ranges! Start your journey at Simpsons Gap, a place alive with ancient Aboriginal stories. Keep your senses sharp to catch glimpses of wildlife near the shimmering waterhole.
Next, venture to Standley Chasm, a breathtaking natural wonder standing 3 meters wide and towering 80 meters high. As you explore, be prepared for close encounters with the area's diverse wildlife, adding to the magic of this awe-inspiring location.
Continue your expedition to Ellery Creek Bighole, where you can cool off in the refreshing waters surrounded by majestic red cliffs. It's the perfect spot to relax and soak in the stunning scenery.
Finally, marvel at the towering red walls of Ormiston Gorge, a testament to the incredible forces of nature. Take a moment to reflect on the day's adventures before heading back to Alice Springs, where you can relive your unforgettable experiences in the West MacDonnell Ranges
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum moderate level of fitness is required to complete the walks.
Child policy 6 years old and over, not suitable for children 5 years old and under.
This itinerary may vary to adapt to seasonal changes and occasionally spots in the parks close or do not allow swimming. As safety is our top priority we plan accordingly to ensure our guests have the most fun and best experience possible while on tour.
Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.
Alternative, pickup locations are available within the Alice Springs area. To change please contact our reservations team for details.
Prior to booking, we strongly recommend guests purchase travel insurance.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Morning tea & picnic lunch
Selected Alice Spring inner-city pick-up/drop-off points
Air-conditioned mini-coach travel
Guided bush walks (3-4km, subject to fitness level)
Comprehensive local tour commentary
Angkerle Atwatye – Standley Chasm entry fee
NT Park Day Pass for West MacDonnell Ranges National Park is required prior to travel
Hotel transfers pre/post tour itinerary to a nominated pickup point.
Personal expenses
What To Expect
Alice Springs
We depart Alice Spring on an adventure to explore exploring the West MacDonnell National Park and surrounding UNESCO-listed areas onboard our West MacDonnell Ranges (Tjoritja) day trip.
Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park
Explore the West MacDonnell National Park, known by the traditional owners as Tjoritja.
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West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
Reviews
59 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
5 stars, plus some "to be aware"s for future travellers
Gerald L,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.005 stars - the places we visited were beautiful and we were given plenty of time to enjoy the views and take in our surroundings. I didn't feel rushed at all; in fact there were times where I was itching to get going to the next place. Maya was an excellent guide who had so much knowledge to share. I would love to visit all of those places again! Though overall I had a great time, there were a few things I feel future travellers should know and consider when booking: - **Morning tea is NOT provided, as is stated in the description**. We did have an opportunity to purchase our own coffee/snack at the cafe at Ormiston Gorge, but if you would rather not spend any extra money, then make sure you bring something to eat with you during morning tea. Lunch was provided as part of the tour price as stated. - Though we were instructed to wait at 7am, we did not get picked up until 7.20am, and this left the group of travellers at this pick-up spot a bit confused. It wasn't until I messaged the team that we received an update that the guide was running a bit late due to multiple pick-up spots. This is of course completely fine, but I wish we were updated earlier. (I also did not receive any reminder emails about the upcoming tour... only at 3.30pm on the actual day of the tour did I receive a "get ready for today's booking" email - but I think this is more of a Viator issue). - As above, we were given plenty of time to spend at each destination and we were not rushed at all. The small downside to this is that we did not arrive back to Alice Springs until around 1900. Though this was not an issue for me, one of the other solo tourists I met on the day was panicking and requesting for me to be with them for the evening because they were too scared to now walk in the dark to get dinner alone. So especially if you are a solo traveller, please make sure you anticipate possibly a later-than-expected finish - safety in the town centre can be variable, so do make sure to have dinner arrangements beforehand.
Great Tour- Must Do !!
martinbakker,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had a great day out with Nacho being our excellent guide. We were a group of eight and learnt a lot about aboriginal culture and local flora during the course of the day. Picked up a lovely lunch from Standley Chasm kiosk and enjoyed a relaxing time at Ellery Big hole. This has been one of the best tours that we have been on. Highly recommended.
Excellent day tour with...
Coralie C,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent day tour with Maya who was on time, knowledgeable and very helpful. We had a great day seeing some terrific scenery - thankyou Maya!
100% recommended
Helena H,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00Wow! Just impressive and highly recommended. Our guide was super experienced and at lunch we had the free choice from the menu, which I really liked as a vegetarian.
A great day out in the West Macs!
Kylie C,
Aug 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00We got to see some mamy different sites in one say including Simpson's Gap, Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek Big Hole, the Ochre Pits, Mt Sonder Lookout and Ormiston Gorge. The scenery was magnificent and our guide / driver Sid was extremely knowledgeable. Lunch of wraps, watermelon and Tim Tams was also delicious.
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