• GROUP-GUIDED
  • 7 DAYS
  • Moderate
PRICE FROM $ 2,150 per person
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT $ 430 per person

OVERVIEW

THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE AS GLEN HELEN LODGE IS TEMPORARY CLOSED WITH REOPEN DATE CURRENTLY UNKNOWN; WE HOPE IT WILL BE IN 2026.

Trek the amazing Larapinta Trail through the high ridgelines of the West MacDonnell Ranges, the Ormiston and Serpentine Gorges and hike Mount Sonder at sunrise. Be amazed by the dramatic colour changes in the rock formations at Glen Helen Gorge and Standley Chasm. This is one of the most spectacular outback experiences in Australia.

This is a way of experiencing the splendid isolation and remoteness of the most spectacular parts of the Larapinta Trail, with quality dining and relaxed, comfortable accommodation with ensuites.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Ormiston, Glen Helen & Serpentine Gorge, Finke River, Counts Point & Standley Chasm
  • Views from Mount Sonder at dawn
  • With two experienced Larapinta guides, we can offer a more leisurely daily walk for those who want it.
  • Authentic Australian farm homestead accommodation in air-conditioned ensuite rooms
  • All meals, including chef-prepared meals in the evening
  • These Larapinta trail walks take us through land sacred to the Arrernte Aboriginal people since the Dreamtime.

AT A GLANCE

TRIP LENGTH
7 DAYS
WALK GRADE
Moderate
PRICE FROM
$ 2150 per person twin/double share
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
$ 430 per person

ITINERARY

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • All-inclusive pack free walking holiday
  • All meals including breakfasts, two-course dinners most nights and walkers lunches
  • All transport from Alice Springs, plus all luggage transport
  • National park admission
  • Champagne sunset
  • 2 expert guides and Stroll guide pack including notes
  • 6 nights accommodation

ACCOMMODATION & DINING

Every night we stay in good quality rooms with ensuites. We get to enjoy hot showers, chef-prepared dinners and breakfasts, and most importantly enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep every night.

We stay five nights at Glen Helen Lodge, the only accommodation located within the Tjoritja – West MacDonnell Ranges National Park, 130km west of Alice Springs. This extraordinary landscape is 800 million years old and has been home to the Western Aranda Aboriginal people for tens of thousands of years.  We get to enjoy the comfort provided by the lodge with Glen Helen Gorge and the national park right at your doorstep.  Importantly, the lodge is owned and now also run by the traditional owners with some assistance, which means by staying here we are supporting the local people.

The lodge, partly an old homestead, reflects the region’s character and is in an amazing location, offering up great views including sunsets like no other over the West MacDonnell Ranges.

The Mercure Hotel is our accommodation in Alice Springs and is in an excellent location, where you can relax either by the pool, in the garden or in the many other facilities that it offers.

All of the two-course dinners are prepared by the in-house chefs. There’s an emphasis on Australian game meat, top end fish, tropical fruit and bushtucker.

The breakfasts each morning and the packed lunches/picnics complete the circle ensuring that your appetite is always satisfied. In fact, you can look forward to having lunch at some of the most incredible locations on the Larapinta Trail. A walkers lunch may include a high protein type salad, a roll or a wrap, a muesli bar, cake or muffin of some kind, plus a piece of fruit. Each day is slightly different.

Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

GENERAL INFO

The Larapinta Trail tracks are dry and firm but often rocky underfoot. Most of the walks are easy to moderate. The easier walks are great for first-timers. However, the walk often involves challenging walking of between 4 to 9 hours each day, across rocky terrain and ridgelines with steep inclines, so the experienced hikers won’t be disappointed. Please be advised that it may be warm this time of year and that you will need to carry at least 2 litres of water with you each day.

This trip operates with two experienced and knowledgeable guides so we can offer easier and harder walk options along the way.

Pre and post-tour accommodation: we pick up and drop off at the Mercure, Alice Springs. The tour starts at the Mercure at 8.30 am and includes the final night at the Mercure on return.

For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.

WEATHER

This environment is only suitable to walk from May to August as it is too hot at other times. Nights are generally significantly cooler than day time temperatures. Please ensure you bring warm clothing for the evenings. The climate is marked by very low humidity. Please ensure you have at least 2L capacity for water on the walk, as this will be necessary.

See the Bureau of Meteorology information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.

Larapinta climate graph

Source; BOM

INSURANCE

We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.

For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.

We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office.  See the FAQ section for more information.

INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

CONTACT

If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, or email us at info@stroll.com

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  1. jackiecH7270OP

    5 June, 2019 at 8:43 PM

    “Just did Larapinta trail walk.
    Great trip although tougher than I expected, you need to train for this one.
    Our guides were Beck and Kat and they went above and beyond for all people on our trek 14 plus 2 guides.
    Kats knowledge of Larapinta and the geology of the area was outstanding,
    Highlight of trek was early start and trekking in the dark with head torches up to Mt Sonder.
    Glen Helen station was great don’t expect 5 star when your there but clean, comfy, great meals and bar, fire each night if we wanted or were able to stay awake for.
    Thanks Stroll for a great and memorable trip.”

  2. selawson

    15 October, 2018 at 3:14 AM

    The Larapinta trail walk with Stroll was fantastic. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly and organised (yet flexible when required). We really felt like they cared about us and our experience. The accommodation was relatively basic but adequate (and more comfortable for us than camping!) and the view from the rooms was amazing!
    I recommend getting fit before going and breaking in boots and socks, so you can enjoy it as much as possible.
    I would go on another Stroll.

  3. Salzaga

    10 October, 2018 at 5:47 AM

    We organized a private group to walk larapinta and had an amazing time. All staff were fabulous-From the organization with Tash to the wonderful fun, supportive guides Bec and Katie. I thoroughly recommend this trip

  4. Helen2458

    7 August, 2018 at 4:55 PM

    The guides (Katie and Bec) went the extra mile – and then some – to ensure guests had a great time walking and an overall amazing experience. Second time with Stroll and definitely want to go again. Highly recommended.

  5. anguscows

    20 July, 2018 at 12:51 PM

    It was a large group of 15 walkers accompanied by 2 very experienced guides who walked together in early July. We both just loved the whole experience, fit and fabulous fellow walkers, hard working and knowledgeable guides and then there was the splendor, gorges, flora, views, wildness. Relaxing and invigorating.

  6. I3043LWjeank

    8 July, 2018 at 4:55 AM

    We have just completed the 7 day Larapinta Trail with Stroll. The weather was fantastic, the scenery beautiful and varied and the walk offered just the right amount of challenge. Our guides Kat and Bec worked tirelessly to make sure we all enjoyed ourselves and were informative, punctual and very caring. I highly recommend Stroll and look forward to walking with them again in the near future.

sections

Overview

THIS TRIP IS CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE AS GLEN HELEN LODGE IS TEMPORARY CLOSED WITH REOPEN DATE CURRENTLY UNKNOWN; WE HOPE IT WILL BE IN 2026.

Trek the amazing Larapinta Trail through the high ridgelines of the West MacDonnell Ranges, the Ormiston and Serpentine Gorges and hike Mount Sonder at sunrise. Be amazed by the dramatic colour changes in the rock formations at Glen Helen Gorge and Standley Chasm. This is one of the most spectacular outback experiences in Australia.

This is a way of experiencing the splendid isolation and remoteness of the most spectacular parts of the Larapinta Trail, with quality dining and relaxed, comfortable accommodation with ensuites.

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Ormiston, Glen Helen & Serpentine Gorge, Finke River, Counts Point & Standley Chasm
  • Views from Mount Sonder at dawn
  • With two experienced Larapinta guides, we can offer a more leisurely daily walk for those who want it.
  • Authentic Australian farm homestead accommodation in air-conditioned ensuite rooms
  • All meals, including chef-prepared meals in the evening
  • These Larapinta trail walks take us through land sacred to the Arrernte Aboriginal people since the Dreamtime.

Itinerary
What’s Included
  • All-inclusive pack free walking holiday
  • All meals including breakfasts, two-course dinners most nights and walkers lunches
  • All transport from Alice Springs, plus all luggage transport
  • National park admission
  • Champagne sunset
  • 2 expert guides and Stroll guide pack including notes
  • 6 nights accommodation
Accommodation & Dining

Every night we stay in good quality rooms with ensuites. We get to enjoy hot showers, chef-prepared dinners and breakfasts, and most importantly enjoy a comfortable night’s sleep every night.

We stay five nights at Glen Helen Lodge, the only accommodation located within the Tjoritja – West MacDonnell Ranges National Park, 130km west of Alice Springs. This extraordinary landscape is 800 million years old and has been home to the Western Aranda Aboriginal people for tens of thousands of years.  We get to enjoy the comfort provided by the lodge with Glen Helen Gorge and the national park right at your doorstep.  Importantly, the lodge is owned and now also run by the traditional owners with some assistance, which means by staying here we are supporting the local people.

The lodge, partly an old homestead, reflects the region’s character and is in an amazing location, offering up great views including sunsets like no other over the West MacDonnell Ranges.

The Mercure Hotel is our accommodation in Alice Springs and is in an excellent location, where you can relax either by the pool, in the garden or in the many other facilities that it offers.

All of the two-course dinners are prepared by the in-house chefs. There’s an emphasis on Australian game meat, top end fish, tropical fruit and bushtucker.

The breakfasts each morning and the packed lunches/picnics complete the circle ensuring that your appetite is always satisfied. In fact, you can look forward to having lunch at some of the most incredible locations on the Larapinta Trail. A walkers lunch may include a high protein type salad, a roll or a wrap, a muesli bar, cake or muffin of some kind, plus a piece of fruit. Each day is slightly different.

Alcohol or drinks with meals are not included (except tea/coffee and juice with breakfast).

General Info

The Larapinta Trail tracks are dry and firm but often rocky underfoot. Most of the walks are easy to moderate. The easier walks are great for first-timers. However, the walk often involves challenging walking of between 4 to 9 hours each day, across rocky terrain and ridgelines with steep inclines, so the experienced hikers won’t be disappointed. Please be advised that it may be warm this time of year and that you will need to carry at least 2 litres of water with you each day.

This trip operates with two experienced and knowledgeable guides so we can offer easier and harder walk options along the way.

Pre and post-tour accommodation: we pick up and drop off at the Mercure, Alice Springs. The tour starts at the Mercure at 8.30 am and includes the final night at the Mercure on return.

For what to bring please refer to Gear Advice on our FAQ section.

WEATHER

This environment is only suitable to walk from May to August as it is too hot at other times. Nights are generally significantly cooler than day time temperatures. Please ensure you bring warm clothing for the evenings. The climate is marked by very low humidity. Please ensure you have at least 2L capacity for water on the walk, as this will be necessary.

See the Bureau of Meteorology information about average temperatures and rainfall at different times of the year.

Larapinta climate graph

Source; BOM

INSURANCE

We require that you have adequate travel insurance against potential losses, damage or injury, including cancellation costs and loss of luggage.

For all trips that require international travel, you must have purchased travel insurance that also includes medical evacuation coverage.

We also charge a cancellation fee if you cancel your walking holiday after we have confirmed it to cover costs incurred from our suppliers and in the office.  See the FAQ section for more information.

INFORMATION PACK

For nearly 30 years we have taken pride in providing seamlessly organised walking holidays, but we know, even with that in mind, that you’ll have many more questions. You will receive a very detailed information pack and itinerary approximately 6 weeks out from departure outlining all the fine detail and much more.

CONTACT

If you have any questions, feel free to ask one of our destination consultants or to speak with one of our guides. You can get in touch with us via our contact form, or email us at info@stroll.com

Map
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REVIEWS

Customer Reviews

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  1. jackiecH7270OP

    5 June, 2019 at 8:43 PM

    “Just did Larapinta trail walk.
    Great trip although tougher than I expected, you need to train for this one.
    Our guides were Beck and Kat and they went above and beyond for all people on our trek 14 plus 2 guides.
    Kats knowledge of Larapinta and the geology of the area was outstanding,
    Highlight of trek was early start and trekking in the dark with head torches up to Mt Sonder.
    Glen Helen station was great don’t expect 5 star when your there but clean, comfy, great meals and bar, fire each night if we wanted or were able to stay awake for.
    Thanks Stroll for a great and memorable trip.”

  2. selawson

    15 October, 2018 at 3:14 AM

    The Larapinta trail walk with Stroll was fantastic. The guides were knowledgeable, friendly and organised (yet flexible when required). We really felt like they cared about us and our experience. The accommodation was relatively basic but adequate (and more comfortable for us than camping!) and the view from the rooms was amazing!
    I recommend getting fit before going and breaking in boots and socks, so you can enjoy it as much as possible.
    I would go on another Stroll.

  3. Salzaga

    10 October, 2018 at 5:47 AM

    We organized a private group to walk larapinta and had an amazing time. All staff were fabulous-From the organization with Tash to the wonderful fun, supportive guides Bec and Katie. I thoroughly recommend this trip

  4. Helen2458

    7 August, 2018 at 4:55 PM

    The guides (Katie and Bec) went the extra mile – and then some – to ensure guests had a great time walking and an overall amazing experience. Second time with Stroll and definitely want to go again. Highly recommended.

  5. anguscows

    20 July, 2018 at 12:51 PM

    It was a large group of 15 walkers accompanied by 2 very experienced guides who walked together in early July. We both just loved the whole experience, fit and fabulous fellow walkers, hard working and knowledgeable guides and then there was the splendor, gorges, flora, views, wildness. Relaxing and invigorating.

  6. I3043LWjeank

    8 July, 2018 at 4:55 AM

    We have just completed the 7 day Larapinta Trail with Stroll. The weather was fantastic, the scenery beautiful and varied and the walk offered just the right amount of challenge. Our guides Kat and Bec worked tirelessly to make sure we all enjoyed ourselves and were informative, punctual and very caring. I highly recommend Stroll and look forward to walking with them again in the near future.

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