East MacDonnell Ranges 1 Day 4WD Tour

Explore the beautiful East MacDonnell Ranges, bearing ancient formations that reveal geological formations, picturesque gorges and Aboriginal Dreamtime stories. See evidence of early European mining adventures and enjoy a delicious picnic. Walk through the Trephina Gorge and discover superb and diverse scenery.The contrasting hues of the bright blue skies and quartzite rock formations bring all the colors of Central Australia into vivid detail. 

Explore Arltunga, the boomtown at the heart of the 18th century gold rush. Discover this wonderfully well-preserved ghost town, with the restored police station, old gaol and mine shafts. Get a glimpse into the Australia’s distant past and experience what life was like for these hardy prospectors of the Outback.

Enjoy a delicious picnic lunch once you have worked up an appetite and stop lastly at Emily and Jessie Gaps. These picturesque gaps are of major spiritual significance to the Eastern Arrernte Aboriginal people and are registered sacred sites that include sacred paintings. An easy walk at Emily Gap takes you to a large rock painting depicting this ancient Aboriginal song line.

What's included:

• Experienced and friendly guide

• Modern air-conditioned 4 wheel drive vehicle

• Snacks, fruit and complimentary water throughout the day

• Morning tea and picnic lunch

• Complimentary accommodation pick-up and drop off

Discover the beautiful East MacDonnell Ranges on this fascinating 1 day tour. Departing from Alice Springs, explore beautiful locations, stunning wildlife and local history. Feast on a delicious morning tea and picnic lunch amongst nature.

Witness the unique natural beauty of Trephina Gorge with some of the best walks in Australia

Enjoy a delicious morning tea and picnic lunch

Visit the ghost mining town of Arltunga

Explore the Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park and Corroboree Rock of great significance to local Aboriginal people

Take a picture of one of the largest Ghost Gum in Australia

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum age is 8 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those using a wheelchair
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 4 travelers