West MacDonells [Gray Line Tours]

Property Information:

Usually dry riverbeds, vast craggy ochre red sandstone gaps and gorges and tranquil waterholes, make up the spectacular landforms of the West MacDonnell Ranges. The presence of ancient Aboriginal dreaming is always evident in the rugged clefts and chasms.

Fee: $112.00
Child Fee: $80.00

Fare Includes: Morning tea, Aboriginal talk at Spiritual Centre, meeting Aboriginal artists, entrance to Standley Chasm.

Valid Dates: April 1, 2007 - March 31, 2008

Tour Information:

Operates: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Departs: 8:00am
Returns: 5:30pm

Please enquire at time of bookings for hotel pick-ups.

Tour Highlights:

Head west on Laraointa Drive alongside the ochre coloured West MacDonnells
Visit John Memorial at the foot of the Mt Gillen
The remains of the twin ghost gums painted by Albert Namatjira
Take a guided walk into Simpsons Gap - rich ochre coloured rock walls rising from a sandy creek bed
Take a guided walk along the Angkale Creek bed to Standley Chasm
Standley Chasm - a striking deep red cleft that glows with reflected sunlight
Look for black footed Rock Wallabies along the rocky base
Enjoy morning tea and cake at Standley Chasm
Ellery Creek Big Hole - take a short walk along a creek bed to the cool waterhole below a steep rocky escarpment
Time to relax at the waterhole or perhaps a swim
Stop at the Ochre Pits and learn of their significance to the Aboriginal people
Visit Ormiston Gorge and waterhole for a gourmet picnic lunch with a glass of wine or soft drink
Pass Glen Helen Gorge to a panoramic lookout for spectacular views toward Mt Sonder and the Glen Helen river valley
Take a short walk along the creek bed to the cool waterhole below the steep rocky escarpments
Look for eagles, kytes and falcons soaring in thermal currents above the West MacDonnells
Perhaps meet a local lizard

Additional Information:

Hat, sunscreen, sturdy walking shoes and bottled water are required when participating in walks.

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