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MacDonnell Ranges
Highlights
- Stroll through Simpsons Gap's shady creek bed, spotting rare black-footed rock wallabies in their natural habitat.
- Discover the dramatic beauty of Standley Chasm, where ancient rock formations and culture intertwine seamlessly.
- Savour delicious homemade morning or afternoon tea amidst the stunning landscapes of the MacDonnell Ranges.
- Explore Emily Gap to witness the ancient rock art site, rich in cultural significance and breathtaking scenery.
Travel in their luxury 4WD to the West and East of Alice Springs and visit stunning locations in the MacDonnell Ranges.
Stroll through the shady creek bed of Simpsons Gap with the rare black footed rock wallaby grazing on the rocky slopes.
Discover stunning Standley Chasm, where culture and ancient rock formations combine in a dramatic display. Enjoy a delicious homemade morning or afternoon tea. Then they head through Honeymoon Gap and the rugged Ilparpa Range to reach Emily Gap, home to Yeperenye Caterpillar dreaming to view the ancient rock art site. They then return to Alice Springs.
Tour details
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Available from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025
Features
Service facilities
This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.
Operation information
Sandrifter Safaris
Based in Alice Springs, they offer half and full day tours to Palm Valley, Rainbow Valley and the MacDonnell Ranges. They also offer Larapinta Trail and Uluru Transfers, customised small group charters and private tours throughout Central Australia.
Sandrifter Safaris caters for private small groups, couples, friends, families, school groups, artists and photographers.
The fleet of vehicles is composed of a Toyota Landcruiser Sahara and a 4×4 14 seat Isuzu bus for your groups.
Memberships
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- NT – Tourism Central Australia
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