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Alice Springs to Ross River Resort: A Self-Guided Outback Drive
Araluen
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Are you looking for a way to explore the Outback without joining a tour group? Join this self-guided driving tour with Clive Gregory, an expert guide in Central Australia, and enjoy the Outback at your own pace.
Journey from Alice Springs to Ross River Resort, exploring the majestic East MacDonnell Ranges. Unveil Aboriginal creation stories, Arltunga's gold rush, and local legends shaping the rugged landscape. Highlights include Jesse Gap, Corroboree Rock, and insights into Alec Ross's wartime experiences.
Clive Gregory, an accredited guide, shares Central Australia's rich history, geology, biodiversity, and local culture, ensuring an engaging experience for all.
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Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English
VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any optional stops en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Araluen Cultural Precinct
The Araluen Cultural Centre is about 3km (1.8 miles) out of Alice Springs heading west along Larapinta Drive. It is on the left hand side as you head out of town. Turn left into the main car park, find a suitable space to start your tour, park up and press play.
Return
Ross River Resort
This tour ends at Ross River Resort.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Alice Springs to Ross River Resort: A Self-Guided Outback Drive
Araluen
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About
Are you looking for a way to explore the Outback without joining a tour group? Join this self-guided driving tour with Clive Gregory, an expert guide in Central Australia, and enjoy the Outback at your own pace.
Journey from Alice Springs to Ross River Resort, exploring the majestic East MacDonnell Ranges. Unveil Aboriginal creation stories, Arltunga's gold rush, and local legends shaping the rugged landscape. Highlights include Jesse Gap, Corroboree Rock, and insights into Alec Ross's wartime experiences.
Clive Gregory, an accredited guide, shares Central Australia's rich history, geology, biodiversity, and local culture, ensuring an engaging experience for all.
Get unlimited use of this...
Highlights
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
From 2 hours to 3 hours
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English
VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Tickets or entrance fees to any optional stops en route
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Meeting Points
Departure
Araluen Cultural Precinct
The Araluen Cultural Centre is about 3km (1.8 miles) out of Alice Springs heading west along Larapinta Drive. It is on the left hand side as you head out of town. Turn left into the main car park, find a suitable space to start your tour, park up and press play.
Return
Ross River Resort
This tour ends at Ross River Resort.
Itinerary
1
Araluen Cultural Precinct
Begin your journey at the Araluen Cultural Precinct, immersing yourself in the rich Aboriginal culture as you embark on a driving tour through Australia's captivating outback.
2
Todd River
Cruise beside the Todd River, tracing its course and discovering the natural beauty that lines its banks while hearing tales of local legends and aboriginal creation stories.
3
Emily Gap
Explore Emily Gap, a site adorned with stunning rock art depicting the caterpillars featured in the Aboriginal creation story, offering a glimpse into the ancient cultural narratives of the region.
4
The Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park
Explore Jessie Gap, where brilliant photo opportunities abound, capturing the mesmerizing landscapes shaped by the great creation battle between giant stink bugs and caterpillars.
5
Macdonnell Ranges
Drive in the shadow of the East MacDonnell Ranges, marveling at their wild beauty and discovering the geological wonders that characterize this iconic Australian outback.
6
Corroboree Rock Conservation Area
Explore Corroboree Rock Conservation Reserve, a sacred site filled with amazing geology, where the ancient landscape and cultural significance come together.
7
Corroboree Rock
Stand in awe of Corroboree Rock, a sacred Aboriginal meeting place, and witness the geological marvels that make this site a unique blend of cultural and natural heritage.
15 minutes
8
Trephina Gorge Nature Park
Discover Trephina Gorge Nature Park, a site rich in natural beauty and history, providing opportunities for short hiking trails and a deeper connection to the Outback landscape.
9
Trephina Gorge
Explore Trephina Gorge, immersing yourself in the rugged beauty and tranquil surroundings of this nature park, where the ancient landscapes tell stories of the region's geological evolution.
10
Ross River
Journey alongside Ross River, learning about its mysterious black horses known as 'the Three Amigos,' and discovering the natural wonders that add to the allure of the Outback.
11
Ross River Resort
Experience the Ross River Resort, fondly called the 'Oasis in the Desert,' and discover its unique charm, including the restaurant of Outback proportions, as your adventurous driving tour draws to an end.
