Larapinta Trail

8 days - from $

Trek amongst Central Australia's most spectacular desert mountain ranges

The Larapinta Trail traverses the West MacDonnell Ranges, and is considered to be one of Australia's finest and most unique walks. Rugged rocky outcrops form a striking backdrop to scenic trails that cut a swathe through the awe-inspiring gorges and expansive plains. We camp at night amongst sentinel gum trees under a canopy of stars, absorbing the ambience of the stark Australian outback. We have chosen our walks along the best sections of the trail. One highlight is the challenging, yet immensely rewarding, climb to the top of Mount Sonder (1380m), where we enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, plains, valleys and salt lakes.

Highlights

• The West MacDonnell Ranges and Larapinta Trail
• The desert vista from Mount Sonder's summit
• Simpson's Gap
• Alice Springs

Itinerary:

Day 1: Alice Springs2: Alice Springs Telegraph Station - Simpson's Gap3: Birthday Waterhole - Standley Chasm4: Ellery Creek - Serpentine Gorge5: Serpentine Gorge – Serpentine Chalet Dam6: Ormiston - Glen Helen7: Mount Sonder Ascent - Alice Springs8: Ormiston Pound Circuit Walk - Alice Springs
Included:

• The services of Peregrine's expert local trek leader.

• 7 day trek with 6 nights of Outback camping.

• Camping equipment including traditional swags (mattress, sheets, pillow, duna (duvet), blankets and sleeping bag provided). Tents available on request (single or double configuration).

• Ascent of Mount Sonder.

• Trek support staff and vehicle, including luggage shuttle between campsites.

• Park and trek fees.

Flights, airport departure taxes, arrival and departure transfers, visa, insurance, any optional activities during free time, tips or gratuities and items of a personal nature.