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West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

Activity Duration (4 to 8 hours)
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Explore the stunning West MacDonnell Ranges on this half-day small group tour.

What you'll do

Marvel at the breathtaking landscapes of the West MacDonnell Ranges on this half-day tour from Alice Springs. With the support of an experienced guide, this small-group tour offers visitors the chance to explore the arid outback environment. Along the way, you'll visit important cultural and historical sights, including Simpsons Gap and Standley Chasm. You'll also learn about the Traditional Custodians of the land—the Arrernte people—and spot lots of native wildlife.

Meeting and pickup

Multiple pickup locations offered.
Additional pickup options
  • Pickup detailsCaravan parks, motels, hotels, all private residences. You can select your pick-up point on your own or you can add or edit your pick-up point after your booking is processed.
End: This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What is included?

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • We provide soft drink/ water
  • We provide Coffee, Tea, soft drink/ water
  • Entry/Admission - Standley Chasm Angkerle

What is not included?

Use of bicycle

Additional Information

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience 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
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers

Meet your host

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Paddlers Tour Guiding Club
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Host since 2025

Itinerary

Alice Springs Full-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do

Explore the full itinerary for West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group in Alice Springs, Australia. This full-day tours experience includes 5 stops over 1 day. Duration: 4 hours. Activity level: Light.

No meal included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Here is the starting point

Anzac Hill
1

Anzac Hill

Stop: 20 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Anzac Hill

Our first visit of the day is at Anzac Hill, where you will be able to take in panoramic views over the town of Alice Springs and the surrounding MacDonnell ranges. You may be able to capture one photo to cover the entire town. Anzac Hill is a memorial dedicated to those who served in Australia’s defence forces during all international wars.

2

John Flynn's Grave Historical Reserve

Stop: 20 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
John Flynn's Grave Historical Reserve

Your next stopping will be at Flynn’s Grave Memorial, the resting place of Reverend Flynn, the founder of Royal Flying Doctor Service. We make short stopping to relax and enjoy the changing colours of the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges and get some photos.

3

Simpsons Gap

Stop: 40 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
4

Standley Chasm Angkerle

Stop: 60 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.
Standley Chasm Angkerle

The next stop on your exploration of the West MacDonnell is a picturesque walk at Standley Chasm. After Mrs Ida Standley, who in 1914 became the first school teacher in Alice Springs, this place was named Standley Chasm. Walking access to the dramatic 80m sheer rock-face of the chasm is along a well-maintained trail (1.2km/15mins each way), following the natural creek bed with seating & interpretative signage. Angkerle Atwatye, “the Gap of Water”, is a striking geological formation with significant botanical, bird-watching & wildlife photography appeal.

5

Temple Bar Caravan Park

Stop: 20 minutes ·Admission includedThe admission fee is included in the tour package at no extra cost.

This concludes the tour.

You’re free to explore at your own pace from here.
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