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Ormiston Gorge swimming hole
Inside the Ormiston Pound
Ormiston Gorge (Ormiston Pound Walk)
Hiking, West MacDonnell Ranges
The Ochre Pits

Ormiston Pound Hike and Day Tour every Wednesday

By Red Earth Roaming
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$240 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

This unique tour offers both a challenging hike through the Ormiston Pound; arguably one of Australia's most spectacular half-day hikes, as well as visiting the majority of other spectacular sites the West MacDonnell Ranges has to offer.

Throughout the day you will connect, unwind and explore the beating heart of this ancient land and it's culture, flora and fauna.

This 11 hour, fun-filled adventure will leave you exhausted, filled with knowledge and fun facts about the Red Centre, and with a huge smile on your face!

Activity location

  • Ellery Creek Big Hole
    • West MacDonnell National Park
    • 0872, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ellery Creek Big Hole
    • West MacDonnell National Park
    • 0872, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

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Ormiston Pound Hike and Day Tour every Wednesday
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h11h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:30 am
Price details
AU$240.00 x 1 AdultAU$240.00
Total
Price is AU$240.00
Until Tue, 28 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedAlways fresh, usually delicious make-your-own meat and salad wraps, or a salad of some description. Always with gluten-free and vegetarian options.
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAnything purchased from the Ormiston Gorge cafe

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children under the age of 7 are not allowed on this day tour due to safety reasons
  • The total duration of the tour includes travel time.
  • Not recommended for travellers with knee or hip poroblems
  • Not recommended for travellers who cannot swim
  • Not recommended for travellers with a low level of fitness

Activity itinerary

Ormiston Gorge
  • 6h
  • Admission ticket included
This 8.5km hike will take you right into the heart of this natural impoundment; a vast expanse filled with diverse flora and abundant bird life, and surrounded by an impressive wall of towering quartzite cliffs. Not for the feint hearted, this hike has a few uphill slogs, some serious boulder-hopping, and usually an icy cold water crossing, so be prepared to get wet! This 4 hour trek will have you captivated by the raw beauty and untamed spirit of Australia's lush, wild outback. After the hike you will be rewarded with a delicious, fresh lunch and have the option to take a dip in the chilly waters of Ormiston Gorge's picturesque swimming hole. Get yourself a hot coffee or an ice cream at the Ormiston Cafe before we meander our way back to Alice Springs via the Ochre Pits, Ellery Creek Big Hole and last but definitely not least, Simpson's Gap. (time spent at this attraction includes 1 hour 30 minutes travel time from Alice Springs to Ormiston Gorge)
Ochre Pits
  • 40m
  • Admission ticket included
The Ochre Pits formation is created from naturally pigmented clay and mineral deposits. This picturesque formation is famous for its' vibrant colours, and made even more fascinating by it's 90 degree angle, much like Uluru. This site remains active to the local Indigenous people, who continue to work with ochre for ceremonial and artistic purposes. The vivid reds, yellows, and whites of the cliffs create a stunning sight, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the land. (time includes 20 minutes travel time from Ormiston Gorge to Ochre Pits)
Ellery Creek Big Hole
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket included
Ellery Creek Big Hole is a stunning natural waterhole nestled in the heart of the West MacDonnell Ranges. Surrounded by towering red cliffs and endemic vegetation, its cool green waters invite you to cool off on a hot day. This oasis in the outback is a haven for wildlife and a serene spot to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. (Time includes 30 min travel time from Ochre Pits to Ellery Creek).
Simpsons Gap
  • 1h 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Millions of years of erosion has left us with this beautiful, natural cleft in the MacDonnell Ranges. Towering red cliffs frame the narrow gap where a tranquil pool sits feeding off a natural underground spring. This serene oasis is a haven for native wildlife, including the illusive black-footed rock wallabies that hide amongst the boulders of a massive rock-slide. This makes for a fun game of wallaby-spotting, usually with positive results! It's a picturesque final destination, perfect to take a moment of quiet reflection amidst nature's beauty before returning safely to your hotel for the evening. (time includes travel time of from Ellery Creek to Simpsons gap, the Simpsons Gap back to Alice Springs)

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESEllery Creek Big Hole
    • West MacDonnell National Park
    • 0872, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEEllery Creek Big Hole
    • West MacDonnell National Park
    • 0872, Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia

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