Top Things to do in Alice Springs
8 Nature & Wildlife Areas in Alice Springs That You Shouldn't Miss
Stunning landscapes and a unique pioneering history create a diverse and exhilarating destination to explore. A thriving, spirited outback center, Alice Springs is as famous for the personality of its locals and traditional art as it is for the natural wonders, including the stunning Larapinta Trail and the MacDonnell Ranges surrounding it.
Restaurants in Alice Springs
1. The Kangaroo Sanctuary
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5.0 based on 514 reviews
The Kangaroo Sanctuary is located on a 188-acre wildlife reserve just outside of Alice Springs. Owned by Chris 'Brolga' Barnes, it is fulfilling his life-long dream of a sanctuary that is home to orphaned kangaroos. Most of the rescued kangaroos have been rehabilitated to the wild, however some have learnt to love humans too much and remain permanently at the sanctuary. Take the sunset guided tour (Tuesday to Friday) throughout our reserve and meet the Kangaroo characters from Kangaroo Dundee (BBC/Nat Geo Series). Our motto is Animals Come First!
Reviewed By Wanderlustemily - Newcastle, Australia
If you are ever in Alice Springs make sure you make time to attend @thekangaroosanctuary the work Brolga has done and is doing for these beautiful animals is amazing.
2. Alice Springs Desert Park
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4.5 based on 1,981 reviews
Alice Springs Desert Park is an inspiring portrayal of Australia’s central desert environment that effortlessly blends the plants, birds, animals and people of our arid regions within one, extraordinary tourism and conservation facility. Our ‘natural’ attraction is as distinctive as the Australian desert itself - a truly unique experience that continues to captivate and educate travellers from every corner of the globe. There’s much more to deserts than meets the eye and our visitors are astonished by the life and beauty they discover on their journey with us.
Reviewed By 725angelai - Canberra, Australia
This facility is part of the NT Conservation Commission. It offers the opportunity to learn a lot about the indigenous and arid habitats and animals at one location close to Alice Sprinsg. You willl find a selection of habitats, animals, aboriginal culture, lots of free presentations, lots of signposted information,the unforgettable and heart-stopping bird show, and the inspirational endangered species breeding program and Nocturnal Tour. If you get the general entry and the nocturnal tour, there is a saving - also you can do these on separate days. Allow at least half a day.
3. Alice Springs Reptile Centre
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4.5 based on 969 reviews
The Alice Springs Reptile Centre is a privately owned park which displays an extensive range of reptiles from the Northern Territory of Australia including Terry the Saltwater crocodile and large Perentie Goannas. The talk and handling sessions are a must and are at 11am, 1pm Saturdays only. Due to COVID restrictions the Centre is only open on Saturdays until the 19th of December, and bookings are required.
Reviewed By mandyegg2k - Coxhoe, United Kingdom
What a fantastic place with knowledgeable staff and close ups of a crocodile, thorny devil etc. The guy doing the reptile tour is passionate and it shows. Entertaining and brilliant. Wish we had more time here.
4. Ewaninga Rock Carvings Conservation Reserve
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
5. The Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park
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4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By FrostyRemo - Melbourne, Australia
Worth a visit in their own right or as part of a tour of the East MacDonnell Ranges, the Gaps and the art are impressive. Plenty of bird life and rock wallabies if you are lucky.
6. Owen Springs Reserve
7. John Flynn's Grave Historical Reserve
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4.0 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Pamikki
you can read the history of this burial place of John Flynn and his wife. there is a tale to be learnt of the boulder on the grave
8. Henbury Meteorites Conservation Reserve
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4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 725angelai - Canberra, Australia
This was our first visit to a sigfificant Australian meteorite site, where about 5 impact craters were easy to find. Track is well marked, signposted and explained. The dirt road to site was in reasonable condition. Don't forget to leave a comment in the box.
