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5 Day Trek the Larapinta Trail ex Alice Springs

Alice Springs, Australia

Tackle the rugged outback landscape of one of Australia’s greatest multi-day walks over 5 adventurous days!

DurationDuration5 Days 4 Nights
Max Group SizeMax Group Size16
Minimum AgeMinimum Age16+
Fitness LevelFitness LevelAdvanced
MealsMealsIncluded
Start & End LocationStart & End LocationAlice Springs

5 Day Trek the Larapinta Trail ex Alice Springs Highlights

  • Get up to $200 cash back per person when you book with us

  • 5-day guided adventure to trek the rugged landscapes of the Larapinta Trail

  • All accommodation: Permanent tented camps & Swag camping (4 nights)

  • Meals: 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches & 4 dinners

  • Trek different scenery each day, from gorges & riverbanks to open plains & mountains

  • Explore the majestic Ormiston Gorge

  • Camp underneath star-filled skies along the trail at Redbank Gorge

  • Trek to the summit of Mt Sonder, the highest point in the West Macdonnell Ranges

  • Experienced & professional guides to enhance your adventure

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Frequently Asked Questions about 5 Day Trek the Larapinta Trail ex Alice Springs

What to bring?

Keep your luggage size and weight to a minimum. One small soft-sided bag plus a day pack (no more than 15 kg in total per person) is essential due to limited space for luggage in our vehicles. Your main luggage will be transported by a support vehicle between overnight stops, so you will just need to carry your day pack during the day, containing water, camera, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, etc.

Daytime temperatures can reach well above 40C/104F in summer (albeit we do not schedule this trip to run at that time of year) and can drop to below 0C/32F at night. Please pack warm clothes as well as light-fitting and comfortable clothes for hiking during the day. It is not necessary to ‘dress’ for evening meals; casual, comfortable clothing is sufficient.

Below are some clothing items we recommend:
● Several pairs of walking socks
● T-shirts (lightweight, quick-drying fabric)
● Long-sleeved trekking shirts
● Shorts
● Rain jacket
● Long-sleeve shirt with collar (for sun protection)
● Long-legged pants (or shorts with long gaiters)
● Warm jacket and hat
● Warm fleece/gloves/beanie

WALKING BOOTS
Waterproof walking boots with full ankle support are recommended for walking trips. Make sure your footwear is well worn-in and comfortable. We also recommend hiking socks with at least one spare pair, as you will find these minimise the chance of getting blisters. The key to preventing blisters and avoiding unnecessary pain is to eliminate friction.

ESSENTIAL ITEMS
● Comfortable daypack (25–35 litres) with rain cover
● Refillable water bottle(s) or hydration bladder (3+ litres minimum)
● Comfortable and well worn-in hiking shoes or boots
● High-factor sunscreen & high UV sunglasses
● LED head torch with spare batteries

RECOMMENDED
● Toilet paper and small ziplock bags for rubbish
● Blister pads and/or tape for hotspots or blisters on your feet
● Lightweight quick-drying towel and swimwear (summer months)
● Rehydration salts, mosquito repellent and first-aid kit including any personal medication

OPTIONAL
● Waterproof cover for day pack
● Long gaiters
● Walking poles
● Flip-flops or /comfortable ‘evening’ shoes

You’re in for a challenging walking trip and an excellent level of fitness is essential. You must be prepared to trek for multiple hours and up to 20km a day with little shade, climbing peaks and ridges over uneven and rocky terrain with a daypack carrying a minimum personal supply of 3 litres of water. The total distance walked on this trip exceeds 70km.

If you’re already exercising regularly, it might be an idea to up your game a little. Run those extra laps, or take a few longer walks, ideally with a day pack on your back. If you’re not exercising regularly, it’s important you do so in the weeks leading up to your departure (4-6 weeks prior at least). Your best choice would be to start walking regularly 2-3 times a week including at least one longer walk (up to 15 km). It’s important to not only walk on flat surfaces, so if you cannot access hilly terrain easily, walking up and down stairs is a good replacement. Top that up with some general fitness exercises and any other cardio-related classes and you will see huge progress in your fitness levels.

All meals are included on this trip and are prepared by your leader onsite. Breakfast is continental and will be taken in camp before setting off for the day. Lunches are picnic-style and will be taken in a scenic location en route. Dinners are a simple affair around the campfire in the evenings. If you have any dietary requirements please advise your booking agents at the time you make your booking. Please also advise your leader at the time of the group meeting.

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Intrepid Travel Pty Ltd
6 Leichhardt Terrace, Alice Springs NT 0870, Australia
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