In the heart of Central Australia, between the East and West MacDonnell Ranges, sits Australia's most famous outback town, Alice Springs. Alice Springs is the perfect base for a Central Australian holiday, giving you easy access to all of the surrounding natural wonders: Uluru/Kata Tjuta National Park, Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon) and the East and West MacDonnell Ranges.
“The Alice” is the thriving gateway to Central Australia and is as famous for its character as the natural wonders that surround it.
Alice Springs has everything you require, with international standard accommodation, plenty of shops, from air-conditioned plazas to unique boutiques. Restaurants vary from fast food chains to five-star dining (Alice Springs provides some very unique dining experiences, from riding camel to dinner to dining under the stars).
You can explore the area in a hot-air balloon and drift across the MacDonnell Ranges at sunrise. Or perhaps head out of town on a Harley ride for an adrenaline-pumping experience. In the evening, you can try your luck at Lasseters Casino and dine at one of their well regarded restaurants.
The history and heritage of Alice Springs overflow with a rich cast of characters - in the late 1800's and early 1900s only the most intrepid pioneers braved its rugged environment. From Afghan cameleers to flying doctors, today it is possible to pay homage to their legacy at various historic sites around the town.
A great base from which to explore its surrounding natural wonders, the town itself defies most travellers' expectations combining a strong sense of its outback history with all the convenience of modern facilities. Most of all, it is the uncomplicated yet vibrant personality of Alice that leaves a lasting impression on visitors.
Beyond the Ranges stretch the Simpson and Tanami deserts, where Aboriginal people have lived for thousands of years. Their art styles and Dreamtime stories unlock the mysteries of the desert and give meaning to its otherwise intangible beauty.
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