Alice Springs Desert Park

A must see for every visitor to Alice! In the space of just a few hours, you can discover many of the secrets of the Central Australian deserts at the Alice Springs Desert Park. Hundreds of the species of plants and animals found across Central Australian deserts can be seen, smelt and heard at the Desert Park. Visitors will even have the opportunity to experience desert habitats as they are at night, seeing some of the animals near impossible to see in the wild. Take an easy walking trail through three desert habitats and discover Desert Rivers, Sand Country and the Woodland habitat, witness free-flying birds of prey in the nature theatre, see rare and endangered animals in the spectacular nocturnal house and take a cinematic journey through 4½ billion years of desert evolution. The stories of the plants and animals of the desert are shared through interpretative displays, daily guide presentations, audio guides in 4 languages, movie and DVD displays. Professional Guides, including local Indigenous people, share Central Australia stories including insights into the interlinking worlds of plants, animals and people. Visitors will be able to witness the spectacular Nature Theatre presentation where birds of prey demonstrate natural survival skills. The will learn about 4.5 billion years of this planet’s creation, featuring the Australian deserts, during the 20 minute cinematic journey of “The Changing Heart”. When visitors leave the Desert Park they will go away with new stories, skills and some of the secrets of the desert. They will never look at deserts the same way again. The Desert Park is just 10 minute drive from the centre of town and is open from 7:30am to 6:00pm daily (except Christmas Day).

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Alice Springs Helicopters

Alice Springs Helicopters operate a variety of guided scenic helicopter flights from the airport to Honeymoon Gap and Mt Gillen, Simpson's Gap, Standley Chasm, Glen Helen Gorge, Ruby Gap and Trephina Gorge in the magical MacDonnell Ranges. From 10 minutes to half day tours, our flexible departure times, free transfers and experienced pilots will ensure an adventure you'll never forget.

GALTA member: #273

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Alice Wanderer Centre Sightseeing

Alice Wanderer Centre Sightseeing operates half and full day guided, small group tours in and around Alice Springs: - Hop on Hop off Alice Explorer: - Full and half day tours into the West MacDonnell Ranges: - Full day Palm Valley - Alice Springs Desert Park: - Morning Cattle Station Tour: - Santa Teresa Aboriginal Community Tour.

If trekking any section of the spectacular Larapinta Trail our Larapinta Transfers will look after all your transfer and food drop requirements.

Online bookings at www.alicewanderer.com.au

GALTA Member: #191

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Aurora Alice Springs

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Sacred Earth Safaris

Sacred Earth Safaris offer luxury small group 4WD safaris through the Kimberley and Northern Territory. With groups of maximum 6 people, travelling in GXL Landcruisers, travel in comfort and style with experienced local guides. Join one of our scheduled departures or let us design a private charter itinerary, based on your interests and time frame. With flexable itineraries and over 20 years of experience, let us show you this special part of the world.

Galta member # 313

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Tourism NT

Our purpose is to promote and develop tourism to and within the NT. A firm base of operations in each of our priority markets has placed the NT in an excellent position to market effectively our unique destination, natural attractions and tourism product. The NT can only be classified as the "real" Australia. Natural attractions like Nitmiluk (Katherine Gorge), Kakadu N.P., Uluru (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta (The Olgas) the friendly Territorians make a visit to the Territory an unforgettable experience. All this natural beauty with a full range of accommodation, touring and adventure as soft or as hard as personal preference dictates.

Galta member # 138

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Wayoutback Desert Safaris

Wayoutback Desert Safaris operates 2, 3 and 5 day 4-Wheel Drive Safaris to Uluru, Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon, Palm Valley and West MacDonnell Ranges. We offer genuine small groups (max. 9 – 14) for the adventure traveller with 4-wheel driving on bush tracks and sand dunes, staying in private bush camps away from the crowds, cooking over a campfire and sleeping out under the stars. Our 2 and 5 day safaris also visit the inspirational Oak Valley Aboriginal Community where you can experience locally made artifacts and paintings, get a demonstration into the art of boomerang and spear throwing or learn about local bush tucker and ancient mythological stories of their land. Wayoutback is the only Advanced Eco-Tourism Accredited Tour Company based in Alice Springs operating in the Red Centre – the highest acknowledgement for environmental understanding, operational practices and cultural representation.

Galta member # 245

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Winjeel Aboriginal Art

Winjeel Aboriginal Art & Artifacts is conveniently located on the main Street of Alice Springs opposite the Town Council. We offer a wide range of local Aboriginal artwork. Smaller pieces that are ideal for travelers or as a souvenir, larger pieces for the collectors. An assortment of boomerangs, Aboriginal artifacts and didgeridoos, handmade by local Aborigines, can be found and purchased. Since we used to do tour bookings we also can assist you with tips and information to make the most out of your holiday in the Centre.

Galta member # 214

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