Fully Guided Walks of the famous Larapinta Trail in Central Australia

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Walking Country offers fully guided and supported walks along the Larapinta Trail which extends for over 223km’s along the backbone of the Western MacDonnell Ranges in Central Australia. It begins at the old Alice Springs Telegraph Station and meanders through many gaps and sheltered gorges, climbing steeply over the rugged ranges with numerous stunning views to admire the spectacular landscape. The Trail takes in a variety of desert habitats before rewarding walkers with 360° vistas from Mount Sonder – the highest point and end of the Trail.

•    Walks available from 7 days right through to 15 days on our End to End tour
•    Fully Guided walks with experienced and passionate guides
•    Learn myths and legends of the area applicable to the Arrente people
•    Key attractions include Simpsons Gap, Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ormiston Gorge and Glen Helen
•    Support vehicle included meaning you only have to carry a day pack each day
•    All camping equipment supplied and fully catered with ground support crew

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LARAPINTA TREKS FROM WALKING COUNTRY

The Larapinta Trail 5 Day / 5 Night Walking Journey

Immerse yourself in the rugged beauty of the Red Centre, trekking sections of the Larapinta Trail, one of the most popular wilderness walks in Australia. Covering up to 18 km’s of graded trail per day, there is plenty of time to relax and enjoy the Australian outback. Discover the magic and mysteries concealed within this ancient environment and be swept away by the dreamtime of the area.

Many people have an expectation that the region is a featureless plain of winding red sand hills with a smattering of grasses and bushes. Be prepared for the shock of a lifetime – Central Australia is home to the tallest peaks in the Northern Territory; the oldest dramatic landscape in Australia full of ravines , escarpments and sensational waterholes; life forms that will totally excite the curious mind and, above all, a truly great wilderness experience which will remove you to a place filled with peace and tranquility. You will be left speechless.

Twin Share - $1,730

Single Share - $1,800*

* Single Accommodation applicable for pre-trek Accommodation in Alice Springs. Twin share tents are applicable whilst on trek.

A 7 Day trek along some of the best sections of the famous Larapinta Trail in Central Australia

The Larapinta Trail is considered one of the best wilderness walks in Australia, traversing the West MacDonnell Ranges. The rugged rocky outcrops form a striking backdrop to scenic paths that cut a swath through scenic gorges and expansive plains. We camp at night under the stars beneath sentinel gum trees and absorb the ambience of the stark Australian outback. We have chosen walks along the best sections of the trail. A highlight is a challenging but rewarding climb up to the top of Mount Sonder (1,380m), where we enjoy fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, plains, valleys and salt lakes before returning to Alice Springs.

Twin Share - $2090

Single Share - $2,160*

* Single accommodation applicable for pre-trek accommodation in Alice Springs. Twin share tents are applicable whilst on trek.

A Full on 14 Day Walking Adventure covering the Awesome Larapinta Trail from End to End.

Extending west from Alice Springs to Mount Sonder, the Larapinta Trail offers a fantastic trek through the heart of the Australian outback, covering a distance of 232 kilometres though stark and arid landscape. The reddish colours of the West MacDonnell Ranges form a spectacular backdrop to our trek as we make our way over mountain ridges and through canyons and dry river valleys. This is a challenging adventure for experienced trekkers looking to complete one of the great wilderness walks in this hauntingly beautiful part of the world.

Twin Share - $3590

Single Share - $3670*

* Applicable for Pre-trek Accommodation in Alice Springs with twin share tents whilst trekking.

The Larapinta Trail