After all the planning and preparation the wait is over! On arrival in Alice Springs you will be transferred to Simpsons Gap where you will have an overview of the upcoming week. You will have the opportunity to explore Simpsons Gap, one of the most important waterholes of this region and a likely place to spot the rare Black-footed Rock-Wallaby. In the afternoon, transfer to your campsite. Dinner preparation and night under the star filled sky.

Meals:  L,D

Begin your walk in the morning at the historic Alice Springs Telegraph Station, the official start of the Larapinta Trail. From here the trail takes you west through witchetty bush, mulga scrub, and bird-filled shady woodlands. You’ll climb high over exposed hills to the jagged outcrop of Euro Ridge, with expansive views over Alice Springs and the surrounding landscape, before descending to the passage of Wallaby Gap. Overnight Camp.

Meals:  B,L,D

This morning you will explore the spectacular Standley Chasm and learn about the indigenous history of the area. In the afternoon, transfer to the cultural immersion where you will meet the senior elder and Traditional Owner for Rodna who will do a Welcome to Country with a smoking ceremony. Overnight Camp.

Meals:  B,L,D

In the morning, start your walk from Camp to Arrarra which is a 7km walk. Stop at the Arotna Waterhole where you will learn about the importance of the site for Indigenous ancestors and the dreaming story of the Kngoilya (Wild Dog). Learn how the Finke River was created and show evidence of the rocks as to why the features around Arotna looks like a hand made dam when in fact it is a natural feature. Walk to Itopalkara (Dogs Backbone) and have a break and morning tea while listening to a story about features of the land and native animals from your Indigenous guide. Arrive at the glacier site and show evidence of when Rodna was part of an ice age and where the glaciers mark is left on the land. Walk to Unthippa (Dancing ladies) rock formation before completing your walk to Arrarra. After relaxing and enjoying the stunning scenery, go to Thwatharra gorge to swim and have fun. Transfer back to your camp to prepare for dinner and a campfire.

Meals:  B,L,D

Transfer to the Hermannsburg Historical Precinct where your Indigenous guide will take you through the precinct. Walk over to the Hermannsburg Potters and listen to the elders explain how and why they love doing pottery work. Visit the Ntaria School where a school teacher will show you their classroom before going to the Rec Hall where the real fun begins and the students will play with the local kids. Return to Rodna in the late afternoon and prepare for dinner and a campfire talk.

Meals:  B,L,D

Depart Rodna in the morning and transfer to your walk for the day; Ormiston Pound. The Pound offers an immense variety of extraordinary scenery and wildlife. Explore the upper reaches of the Gorge where Rock Wallabies scamper about the imposing cliffs, follow the track through scrub filled with native birds: Spinifex Pigeon, Budgerigar and Mistletoe Bird. Keep an eye out overhead for the magnificent Wedge-tailed Eagle, Australia’s largest raptor. We'll also engage one of the fantastic local rangers to share further insights and importance of the Pound. This afternoon you’ll return back to your campsite for final night and debrief. Walking Time: 4-5 hours - Overnight Camping

Meals:  B,L,D

Today you'll have the opportunity to be involved in an environmental experience through a Desert Park service project in Alice Springs. Depart Alice Springs and return home.

Meals:  B,L