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2
Day Palm Valley and West MacDonnell Ranges 4WD Safaris
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This
unique 2 day 4wd safari offers the adventure traveller
the very best of the West MacDonnell Ranges and Palm
Valley as well as a night out under our magnificent
southern stars. Travelling
in a 4wd vehicle with a genuine small group we explore
highlights such as Standley Chasm, Ormiston Gorge,
Glen Helen Gorge and Redbank Gorge as well as the
Hermannsburg Settlement and Palm Valley.
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At
the end of the first day we will make camp beside
the Finke River or at Redbank Gorge and enjoy a BBQ
dinner prepared over the campfire.
A
night out under the stars will leave you with a memory
of a lifetime and a real taste of Outback Central
Australia.
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Our
experienced guides have all the required bush skills
to keep you safe and comfortable.
They
are among the best in Central Australia because of
their enthusiasm and ability to bring people together
to have the best time. This is backed up with extensive
local knowledge of land, people and history.
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Here |
Click
here to book this tour now or email
us |
Tour
Prices
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| 1st
April 2006 - 31st March 2007 |
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Adult $275.00 +
$25 |
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YHA/VIP/Students
$245.00 $25 |
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$25 precinct and park fees |
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prices are in Australian Dollars (includes 10% GST)
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| Child
Policy |
Children
0-8 unable to travel, Children
8-16 years student price |
| Discounts |
*Specials:
Book a tour through us for
this Wayoutback Tours site throughout the season of 2006-7
and receive a 5% earlybird discount. |
| Tour
Departs |
Tue,
Fri, Sun - Alice Springs 6.00am |
| Tour
Finishes |
Alice
Springs at approx. 6.00pm |
Max
People
+ Vehicle |
9-14.
We operate only 9-15 seat 4WD vehicles, so an emphasis is
placed on small group personalised tours. |
| What
to Bring |
As we
are camping you will need to be prepared for this. You'll
need to bring a flashlight (torch), hat (wide brimmed best),
sunscreen, insect repellant, a fly net (summer), any required
medication, water bottle (at least 1.5 litres), walking
shoes/boots (we do a lot of walking/climbing), warm clothing
(winter), sleeping bag, toiletries, swim wear, towel, camera,
extra film and a great sense of humour; Travel Voucher/Ticket,
BYO wine or beer. Space is limited, please bring only one
small bag per person. Ask at reception of your accommodation
for excess baggage storage.
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| What's
Included |
Latest
model air-conditioned 4WD vehicles, all meals (as listed),
camping equipment, swags including laundered bed sheet (summer
only) and pillows, sleeping bags ($15 hire fee), reference
books, chilled face cloths (summer), and supplies of drinking
water (must have your own bottle).
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Not Included |
Breakfast
Day1 and Dinner Day 2. |
| Facilities
On Tour |
Bush
showers and toilets available at most of our private bush
camps.
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| Trip
Highlights |
West
MacDonnell Ranges, Hermannsburg, Palm Valley
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Tour
Code
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Wayoutback/WO2
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| Day
1. |
The
day starts as we pick you up from your accommodation at
about 5.45am and head to the top of Anzac Hill for a cup
of tea or coffee to watch the sunrise while we finalise
ticketing.
From
here we head off to travel and explore the stunning West
MacDonnell Ranges. The MacDonnell Ranges stretch for
over 200km in length, enabling us to explore some stunning
gorges, refreshing waterholes and walks through a landscape
unique to our part of the world. The day will be packed
with information, swimming, short walks and time to enjoy
our surrounds. Highlights included are Standley Gorge,
Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen and/or Redbank Gorge. Be
on the watch for rock wallabies and other fauna that use
the retreat of the rugged ranges as a safe haven. At the
day's end we set up our bush camp for a night under the
stars. Dinner is cooked over our campfire in true outback
style.
- Sunrise
over Alice Springs
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Standley Chasm
- Ormiston
Gorge
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Glen Helen
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Redbank Gorge
Campsite
(Lunch x 1, Dinner x 1)
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2. |
Morning
is at its best just as the sun starts to rise followed with
a hearty breakfast and a fresh pot of coffee. After breaking
camp, we lock the hubs into 4WD and head off around the
Mereenie Loop Road stopping at Tyler's Pass to view
Gosse Bluff (comet crater) along the way. From this
point it's on towards Hermannsberg, an historic Lutheran
Mission established in 1877. On arrival at Hermannsberg
we'll visit the heritage precinct where we can explore the
historic buildings and grounds whilst enjoying a cup of
tea.
Departing
Hermannsberg we lock in the hubs and 4WD into Palm Valley.
After lunch we'll go for a hike into the valley discovering
this picturesque place and its hidden treasures. After our
hike it's back into the vehicle and off home to Alice Springs.
We will have you back at your accommodation around 6.00pm.
- Mereenie
Loop Road
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View Gosse Bluff (Comet Crater)
- Hermannsberg
- Finke
River
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Palm Valley
- Alice
Springs
(Breakfast x 1, Lunch x 1)
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General
Tour Information About -Tour Guides - Vehicles
- Camping Equipment - Campground Facilities - Campground
Facilities - Passenger Involvement - Walking Distances and
Programs - Passenger Fitness Level - Food - What Is Included
- What Is Not Included - What To Bring -
Insurance - Conditions of Travel
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*
Aboriginal Host may frequent tour whilst training
*Tour itinerary may change due to seasonal changes, operational
logistics and accessibility. |
| Seasons:
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| Summer:
(Oct - Mar) hot days, warm nights |
| Winter:
(Apr - Sept) warm days, cold nights |
| Mar-May
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Jun-Aug
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Sept-Nov |
Dec-Feb |
| Min:
12.8 |
Min:
5.1 |
Min:14.2
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Min:
20.6 |
| Max:
27.8 |
Max:
20.5 |
Max:
30.3 |
Max:
37.0 |
| Winter
- Warm clothing is essential |
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National
Parks:
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Some activities within Australia's National parks are dependant
on the weather and observance of cultural traditions, therefore
itineraries are subject to change. |
| Medical: |
Tours
are to remote areas and there is quite a lot of hiking involved
over uneven ground. Passengers should be of reasonable health
and fitness and be carrying all required medication.
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Booking
Terms
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Full
payment is required for this tour at the time of booking.
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