Full-day Palm Valley Tour in a 4WD Vehicle

A drive along rocky terrains of a desert oasis and visit to an Aboriginal settlement

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On this tour, you'll set out on a full-day excursion to the Palm Valley located within Finke Gorge National Park. In a 4WD vehicle, you'll get to enjoy an off-roading experience that will take you along rock pools and rugged landscapes. As you explore Palm Valley, you'll come across sandstone amphitheaters and see the rare Red Cabbage Palm, which only survives in this area of Central Australia.

The tour will also take you to the Aboriginal settlement of Hermannsburg, which is the birthplace of Albert Namatjira – the pioneer of Indigenous Australian art. Here, you'll get to browse through different artworks and learn about the local history. On your return, you'll get to admire the colorful MacDonnell Ranges.

What's included

  • Driver-guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Live onboard commentary
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned 4WD vehicle
  • Morning tea with scones, and coffee

Accessibility

  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap

Health & Safety

  • Requires a moderate level of physical fitness

Languages spoken by guide

English (UK)

Additional information

Please inform the tour provider in case you have dietary requirements during checkout.

Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

You must be 18 years or older, or be accompanied by an adult, to book.

Operated by AAT Kings

Itinerary information

Location

Pick-up point
Alice Springs
Following is a list of hotels with the scheduled pickup times: - 06:35 – A Good Rest B&B - 06:35 – Wintersun Caravan Park - 06:35 – Vatu Sanctuary - 06:35 – Alice Motor Inn - 06:35 – Desert Rose Inn - 06:35 – Elkira Motel - 06:35 – Stuart Caravan Park - 06:40 – G’Day Mate Caravan Park - 06:40 – Heritage Caravan Park - 06:40 – MacDonnell Ranges Caravan Park - 06:40 – Pathdorf Bed & Breakfast - 06:45 – Swagmans Rest Motel - 06:45 – Alice on Todd - 06:45 – Toddy’s Resort - 06:50 – Ibis Styles Oasis - 06:55 – Alice in the Territory - 06:55 – DoubleTree Hilton Alice Springs - 06:55 – Desert Palms Resort - 06:55 – Lasseters Casino Hotel - 07:00 – Quest Apartments - 07:05 – Chifley Alice Springs Resort - 07:10 – Aurora Alice Springs - 07:10 – Todd Tavern - 07:15 – Diplomat Motel - 07:15 – Haven Backpackers If your hotel is not listed, please select the nearest pickup point at checkout and make sure you arrive before the scheduled pickup time. In case you'd like to change your pickup location from the one selected, please contact the tour provider 24 hours before the tour to arrange an alternate pickup.

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