Palm Valley 4WD Tour from Alice Springs
Embark on a full-day 4WD adventure from Alice Springs through the stunning West MacDonnell Ranges, stopping along the way to enjoy morning tea. Continue along the dry bed of the ancient Finke River into the heart of Palm Valley, a unique desert oasis known for its rare and ancient plant species such as the cycad and Livistona Mariae (cabbage palm). Explore dramatic rock formations, white sand floors, and tranquil rock pools, and take in the natural beauty of the Amphitheatre, a striking geological formation shaped over millions of years. Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch surrounded by the rugged landscape of Finke Gorge National Park before returning to Alice Springs in the late afternoon.
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Palm Valley 4WD Tour from Alice Springs
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What's included in Palm Valley 4WD Tour from Alice Springs
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Palm Valley
Travel down the bed of the Finke River, one of oldest water courses in the world, into Palm Valley. See spectacular rock forms, white sands and an oasis of rock pools and palm trees. Some plants such as the cycad and 'Livistonia Mariae' (cabbage palm) are known world-wide as relic plants and are unique to Central Australia. Visit the spectacular rock formation known as the Ampitheatre. Enjoy a picnic lunch this afternoon. On the return journey, relax and enjoy the changing colours of the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges in the afternoon light
Finke Gorge National Park
Enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch surrounded by the rugged landscape of Finke Gorge National Park
Inclusions
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Experienced driver guide
- Picnic Lunch
- Comprehensive commentary
- Transport in air-conditioned 4WD coach
- Morning tea with scones, tea and coffee
- Entry to Finke Gorge National Park requires a Northern Territory Parks Pass
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 60 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Hotel pick-ups commence prior to the tour start time. You will be collected from the hotel you have selected in the drop down list during the booking process. Your hotel pick-up time will be displayed on your voucher. If you wish to change your pick-up location from the one selected, please call AAT Kings at least 24 hrs prior to travel.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION * A Northern Territory Parks pass is required for each guest booking this trip and should be purchased directly online at https://nt.gov.au/parks/park-pass. * Please contact AAT Kings under 1300 228 546 for any questions and advise specific dietary requirements at the time of booking. * AAT Kings will send you a confirmation via email shortly after the booking. If you have provided your mobile phone number you will also receive a text message approx. 72hrs before your tour confirming your pick up location and time. WHAT TO BRING * Water bottle to hold 1 litre * Warm layers in cooler months * Sunglasses, sunscreen and hat
