4 Day Red Centre Kings Canyon West MacDonnell from Alice Springs
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Four days, exploring four iconic locations (Uluru, Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta and Tjoritja West MacDonnell Ranges) all wrapped up in one tour. This small group adventure encompasses the very best the Red Centre has to offer. There is a very good reason why Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. In 1987, the international community recognized the park's spectacular geological formations, rare plants, and exceptional natural beauty. A few of the highlights include exploring Ormiston Gorge, Ochre Pits and Ellery Creek Big Hole, hiking through the Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge, and exploring Mutitjulu Waterhole, Kuniya Piti, and Kantju Gorge.
We provide two different sleeping options at our permanent campsites, with twin share safari tents, or you can try out a traditional swag experience. (canvas-covered bedroll)
This tour starts and finishes in Alice Springs only, please advise us of your accommodation at the time of booking.
Thông tin khác
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum moderate to advanced level of fitness is required to complete the walks. Therefore a medium/high level of fitness is required and a doctor's certificate is required for people over 70 years (30 days prior to travel).
The tour operator must be notified of any known medical conditions at the time of booking. This is a very physical tour and requires a moderate level of fitness and mobility.
While we endeavour to cater to most dietary needs, passengers must advise dietary requirements to their booking agent at the time of booking. As we are venturing to remote areas we are very limited in what we can source once the tour departs, therefore prior notice is required.
Children aged between 8 to 17 years old must be accompanied by an adult or legal guardian at all times. Not suitable for infants or children 7 years and under, due to safety requirements and the level of fitness required to complete the walk.
Limited storage space in our vehicles. Baggage must be kept to 1 x 15kg travel bag, 1 x 5kg day bag. Not suitable for mobility-impaired travellers, wheelchairs, walkers or strollers.
Please ensure you have checked the average temperatures for the time of year you are travelling and have packed adequate clothing.
Please advise at time of booking whether you require a hire of a sleeping bag?
Guests are asked to participate in the preparation of meals, clean up and vehicle unpacking/loading, so everyone can relax together after a long day of touring. It’s also a great way to get to know and connect with your fellow travellers.
This tour ends in Alice Springs only.
Chính sách hủy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Bao gồm
Accredited outback driver guide
Traditional Bush Single Swag (Swag option)
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Parks pass included
Bed linen, mattress and pillow provided (Safari Tent option)
Standley Chasm Gorge pass included
Guided bush walks* (*up to 10-12 km of walking, subject to fitness level)
On board drinking water (please provide your own bottle)
Any meal, not indicated within the itinerary
Personal expenses
What To Expect
Day 1: Alice Springs to Ayers Rock (Uluru)
Accommodations
Staying at Ayers Rock Coach Campground (Uluru), 2 fare options: a) Twin Share Safari Tents b) Single Swag Camping
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Alice Springs
On our way to Ayers Rock from Alice Springs, we stop off at the Mt Connor lookout (false Uluru) for a view of the mighty red mountain and Curtin Springs for a toilet stop before turning in to our campground for lunch. Following lunch, we make our way to the Aboriginal cultural centre of the Red Centre. Cultural, ecological, historical, and geological aspects of this park are fascinating to learn about. We are blown away by Uluru's sheer size and magnificence after a short drive, which we are able to experience up close and personal for the first time. We visit sacred rock art sites and hear creation stories of Kuniya and Liru during our base walk to Kuniya Piti. During our journey through Kantju Gorge, we visit sacred sites, the highest waterfalls in Central Australia, an elders' cave, and one of the world's oldest pantry. We retreat to the panoramic viewpoint in the afternoon for one of the most stunning sunsets on earth after seeing the world's largest rock up close and personal.
Day 2: Uluru Kata-Tjuta National Park to Kings Canyon
Accommodations
Staying at Kings Creek Station (Kings Canyon), with 2 fare options: a) Twin Share Safari Tents b) Single Swag Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kata Tjuta - The Olgas
In the morning we wake up early and have a light breakfast before heading to the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park for a spectacular sunrise. When you think Uluru couldn't get any more majestic than it already is, you just can't help but think when you approach Kata Tjuta, with its stunning silhouette, that it could get any more stunning. Here, we embark on a hiking adventure through the Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge admiring the mighty conglomerate rock formations along the way. In the afternoon we move away from Kata Tjuta to the Kings Canyon region so that we can enjoy a magnificent outback sunset followed by a hearty meal around the campfire after a day exploring Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park.
Day 3: Kings Canyon to West MacDonnell Ranges
Accommodations
Staying at West MacDonnell Ranges (Glen Helen), with 2 fare options: a) Twin Share Safari Tents b) Single Swag Camping
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Kings Canyon
We head off early to explore the mighty Kings Canyon (Watarrka) venturing into the ancient landscape and sacred grounds of the Ulpanyali and Lilla people. Arriving at the jewel in the crown at the centre of Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) we find ourselves surrounded by towering 100-metre cliff faces, views of sandstone chasms and jaw-dropping backdrops that will make the hairs stand up on the back of your neck. Grab your water, hat and sturdy shoes as we set off on foot to explore (the most seasonally applicable part of) the canyon in more detail. Rest up in the bus as we head back up north, passing through Alice Springs and heading out towards the West MacDonnell Ranges for an evening of stargazing at our bush camp.
Day 4: West MacDonnell Ranges to Alice Springs
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Tjoritja/West MacDonnell National Park
Known traditionally as Angkerle Atwatye, meaning “Gap of Water”, Standley Chasm is a 3-metre-wide, 80-metre-high gorge amongst the West MacDonnell Ranges. At dawn, we hope to spot the native wildlife as we enjoy breakfast and look forward to the day ahead. Tracking west you are welcome to enjoy a dip in Ellery Creek Bighole, known traditionally as Udepata, surrounded by tall red cliffs and sandy Ellery Creek. Onwards to where massive geological forces created Ormiston Gorge's towering red walls. We journey back through Alice Springs, where we can admire the views before our final stop featuring the Tjoritja West MacDonnell region, Simpsons Gap, where several dreaming trails and stories cross. Featuring a permanent waterhole this is also an ideal place to spot resident wildlife. We drive you back to Alice Springs after four days of exploring the best of central Australia's natural icons so that you can relax and reminisce about your four days in the wilderness.
Tùy chọn
Basic Single Swag [RA4-B]
Basic Single Swag (RA4-B): Guests sleep under the stars on the ground, in a self-contained canvas-covered bush bed roll with a camp mattress (sleeps 1)
Camping Style: Enjoy a true outback camping experience, with communal campground shared showers & toilet facilities and an unpowered site.
Duration: 4 days: 4 Days / 3 Nights Outback Camping Experience
Meals Included: 3 x breakfasts, 4 x lunches, 3 x dinners. Prepared by our guide, guests are asked to participate in preparation of the meals.
Touring Route: Starts: Alice Springs around 6:00am
Finishes: Alice Springs around 18:00pm
4WD Off-Road Outback Vehicle: All-terrain 4x4 mini-coach, comfortable seating, designed to go off-road and explore more of outback Central Australia.
Optional Swag Extras: Sleeping bags can be hired from us onboard for $40 AUD. This includes cleaning costs. You are can bring your own.
Twin Share Safari Tent [RA4-S]
Twin Share Safari Tent (RA4-S): Guests sleep in permanent tented campsite, twin beds with mattress, bed linen supplied protected from the elements (sleeps 2)
Camping Style: Enjoy a true outback camping experience, with communal campground shared showers & toilet facilities and an unpowered site.
Duration: 4 days: 4 Days / 3 Nights Outback Camping Experience
Meals Included: 3 x breakfasts, 4 x lunches, 3 x dinners. Prepared by our guide, guests are asked to participate in preparation of the meals.
Touring Route: Starts: Alice Springs around 6:00am
Finishes: Alice Springs around 18:00pm
4WD Off-Road Outback Vehicle: All-terrain 4x4 mini-coach, comfortable seating, designed to go off-road and explore more of outback Central Australia.
Solo Traveller Bookings: Travelers booking separately in a Safari Tent Twin Share are paired with another solo person, if possible of the same gender.
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The scenery is stunning,...
Gemma C,
22 thg 4, 2025
- Viator
4.00The scenery is stunning, the group I went with was such nice people and we had the most lovely guide - Adam who shared so many interesting stories about the country and his personal experiences. On the other hand, it can get a bit challenging if you’re not used to camping and hiking a lot. Nonetheless, it’s still such a memorable experience and I’d recommend trying it out.
Left behind !
Mariela w,
5 thg 4, 2025
- Viator
3.00Activity was excelent! Get ready to be up at 4 am and help with the kitchen. , love the sunrise and watch the stars at night ! My group was mixed of ages , most young people and a few 50+ the first day I complete the trail little later than the group because my short legs !! And I felt so good to complete 4 level difficult trail ! ….. next day I decided to help me with walking poles to go up the mountain, I completed the first 500 steps and our guide Mitch told me could not continue with the group , because I was holding them down, that they were 4 minutes faster than me !! So he told me go back the 500 steps and not continue with the trail ! I felt disappointment because that was the reason I went to this camping …..anyway I understood later he was in a hurry to finished the ride sooner because he was feeling sick and left the group with another guide !! … This company discriminated people for your age ! Just to be aware of that ! He told me to go with. Other 4 persons were walking down hill ! The lady came to replaced Mitch was very nice ! Her name I think was Jim ? Food was very good , and the places you visit are amazing , they provided drinking water and electrolytes , snacks, fruits , and 3 meals a day! You will be in a different camps everyday ! I took the 4 days , 3 nights, so I experience both the cabin bed and the swag , I felt the cabin. Was too hot for me, so the last night I slept outside !!and it was beautiful !
It was a very nice...
Isabella F,
30 thg 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a very nice structured tour with a nice guide with very good knowledge. The food was good and the bus has air conditioning.
Dec 2024 in the outback
TAVIS T,
14 thg 12, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our group had an atypical experience in that there was "unprecedented"rains resulting in flooding of trails and dirt roads. A blessing for the land, challenging for the guide and group. Our guide, Jordan, is amazing. Personable, patient, knowledgeable, and skilled in the outback. Our group was also small, 6, instead of usual 20 that helped given the weather; and they were a great group that flowed with the events. This was a summer excursion in december. Suppose to be very hot. There is plenty of fresh water and healthy snacks, 3 meals/day provided by company. Guide is driver, trail guide, chief cook; group helps w clean up. The camps are equipped w running water for shower and toilets-greatly appreciated at the end of a hot sweaty day. Cots in tent-cabin are clean and adequate. The van is very comfortable and 4wd which got us through some very muddy dirt roads. The hikes are in beautiful areas, the choices well thought out. Guide is safety conscious. Added kudos to Francois another guide who helped out the 2nd nite when our original camp was too flooded and we used his camp and he cooked a delicious curry. Jordan, your BBQ w beef, kangaroo, and camel with salad while watching sunset over Uluru was amazing. The company is responsive to messaging. I think it has done a great job putting this trip together with appropriate equipment, safety practices, and guide.
This the way to see Outback Australia. No frills but full of character.
Collin E,
22 thg 11, 2024
- Viator
5.00We found this tour to be very comprehensive in its coverage of the areas we were visiting. Alex, our driver & guide was brilliant and made the experience one we will cherish for a long time. Her knowledge of the sites visited, including their history and significance to the indigenous people of the area, was comprehensive and revealing. Her enthusiasm for the area was infectious. All 22 disparate travellers pitched in willingly to ensure that the 'chore' element of the camping adventure ran smoothly and we were always ready to GO after every stop. I would strongly recommend this tour as the way to see Australia's outback where you actually get to experience it in a way more closely resembling the days of old.
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