I really liked the community service trip since I was helping people of the area. It makes one feel good because you are sharing your abilities along with theirs in building something better for them. You also get to see a beautiful country and a different way of life.
Larapinta Trek on Nat Geo TV
14/05/2009
Treks in a Wild World presenter Zoe Palmer joins us on the Larapinta Trek in Australia's Northern Territory
Follow on screen adventurous trekker Zoe Palmer, led by one of our very own guides, as she embarks on an incredible journey along the Larapinta Trail in Australia's Northern Territory on National Geographic’s Treks in a Wild World: learn more here
This is the perfect time of year to head to Australia’s Red Centre to traverse the Larapinta Trail. Ranked by National Geographic in the top 20 trekking experiences to be had on the planet, this trail captures the essence of the Australian Outback. Extending 223 kilometres along the spine of the rugged West MacDonnell Ranges from the frontier town of Alice Springs to Mt Sonder, this is certainly one of Australia’s finest, but lesser known, walks.
The dramatic and varied desert scenery of this region is like nowhere else on earth, and best explored on foot on one of our fully support itineraries. Complete the entire trail on our 14 day Larapinta End to End tour or tackle shorter sections of the walk on our three or seven day itineraries. Beginning at the historic Telegraph Station in Alice Springs, the trail meanders through an outstanding ensemble of rich colours and culture, scenic waterholes, and rocky outcrops descending into narrow canyons and spectacular gorges. Our guides, with their profound knowledge of the area will take you off the beaten track and go where the average tourist doesn’t.
Highlights include; Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge and the Finke River Gorge - reputed to be the world’s oldest river bed. The trail culminates at the highest point, Mt Sonder (1380m), rewarding those who climb it with uninterrupted panoramic views that put into perspective the sheer scale of this ancient land. At night camp under the stars, a highlight of the Larapinta experience.
A trek along the Larapinta offers exceptional outback experience, its stories, and the people that make this region what it is, a natural vast paradise touched by history, heritage and beauty. The trek is at its best from now through to September.
World Expeditions offers a variety of itinerary options from shorter experiences to give you a flavour of the pristine beauty of this trail to the full end to end trek for the more intrepid explorer and seasoned walker.
The Itineraries: 
Three day Larapinta Experience from £475pp – A great introduction to trekking in the Red Centre with a selection of day walks on our favourite sections of the Larapinta Trail such as the Telegraph Station, Charles Creek, Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm and Ormiston Gorge.
Seven day Classic Larapinta Trek from £950pp - Starting at the historic Telegraph Station, the walk covers Simpsons Gap, Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek, Serpentines Gorge, Ormiston Gorge and the Finke River. The walk will appeal to the avid walker, covering 10 to 15 kilometres each day
14 days Larapinta End to End from £1,650pp – The trek will delight experienced walkers, trekking up to 30km a day passing over remote ridges and canyons. It is certainly a challenging experience trekking from end to end but it is extremely rewarding to finish the entire walk and discover all its highlights from Jay Creek, Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek and Ormiston Gorge. The walk finishes at Mount Sonder, offering panoramic views of the stunning outback.
