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Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket
Alice Springs, Australia
- 3 to 8 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the plants, animals, and people of the desert during a self-guided visit to Alice Springs Desert Park. Learn about the arid regions of central Australia from interpretative displays and daily talks by the staff. Find out who resides in a waterhole and which critters come out at night, among other fun facts.
- Entrance ticket to Alice Springs Desert Park
- Observe native wildlife of the central Australian desert in naturalized enclosures
- Daily talks show animals in action such as birds of prey
- Learn about the Aboriginal people of central Australia
- Family-friendly venue that all ages can enjoy
What's Included
- Guide
- Food and drinks
- Electric scooter hire fee
- Additional animal encouters
Meeting and Pickup
Start time
Opening hours
- 4/1/2024 - 3/31/2025
Monday - Sunday : 07:30 AM - 06:00 PM
What To Expect
Make your own way to Alice Springs Desert Park for your self-guided tour. Receive a park map and schedule that helps you to plan your visit.
You can follow a walking trail that leads you through the three main desert environments of Australia—woodland, sand, and river. Along the way, learn about the distinct flora and fauna of these delicate ecosystems.
Find out which creatures stir at night in the desert when you step inside the nocturnal house exhibit. There, you can watch rare and endangered animals that only come out in the dark, such as carnivorous ghost bats and bilbies (macrotis). Or head to the outdoor amphitheater to admire birds of prey in flight. Then peek into a waterhole in the aquarium to observe fish, turtles, burrowing frogs, and yabbies.
During talks by the staff, you hear about the traditions of the Aboriginal Arrernte people, and their dreamtime stories, which illustrate connections between the people and the land.
Facilities include a café, electric scooters for hire, gift shop and a picnic area.
You can follow a walking trail that leads you through the three main desert environments of Australia—woodland, sand, and river. Along the way, learn about the distinct flora and fauna of these delicate ecosystems.
Find out which creatures stir at night in the desert when you step inside the nocturnal house exhibit. There, you can watch rare and endangered animals that only come out in the dark, such as carnivorous ghost bats and bilbies (macrotis). Or head to the outdoor amphitheater to admire birds of prey in flight. Then peek into a waterhole in the aquarium to observe fish, turtles, burrowing frogs, and yabbies.
During talks by the staff, you hear about the traditions of the Aboriginal Arrernte people, and their dreamtime stories, which illustrate connections between the people and the land.
Facilities include a café, electric scooters for hire, gift shop and a picnic area.
Alice Springs Desert Park
Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair and prams available to hire
- Wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Reviews
5.0
135 reviews
Neil_W, Aug 2023
I loved the variety of environments (Sand Country, Desert Rivers etc). They provided an opportunity to immerse myself in each space. I especially loved the enclosures along the paths where we could linger and observe. The bird show was also a highlight.
Gwyneth_W, Aug 2023
Beautiful setting for a park full of interest both flora and fauna. The wildflowers and trees were spectacular and the keeper talk in the nocturnal house was fascinating.
Monica_A, May 2023
I visited the park as part of a Ghan train group. It is such a pristine place full of natural beauty and amazing animals . These people are doing such a great job! . I loved the bird show , our guide was a star and knew so much about the plants and animals ( I can’t remember her name but I know she was born in Africa ). I was thrilled by the nocturnal animals. It’s so worth visiting! . Thank you so much for taking care of us
Fran_W, Aug 2021
Reuben who was so full of wisdom and wit during his presentations. We truly valued hearing his stories and learning so much. A lot of thought has gone into making our experience come alive.
Ann K, Oct 2016
Lovely at sunset, nice to watch the camels and the sunset afterwards and chat to the owner.
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-You will not receive a refund if you cancel.
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