ACCOMPANIED ADVENTURE
Mparntwe (Alice Springs) and Tjoritja (West MacDonnell Ranges)
For Artists who want to immerse themselves in adventure
For Adventurers who want to immerse themselves in art
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In conjunction with Alice Springs Expeditions, Ingrid invites you to a Northern Territory
experience designed with a great balance of adventure, culture & comfort.
Stunning ancient geological wonders, the fun & vibrancy of Desert Mob,
and the supreme bliss of sleeping under the stars in the Finke Gorge.
what to expect:
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Five nights single accommodation (3 nights resort & 2 nights camping) Fully inclusive - accommodation, all meals, transport, equipment & activities included $3300 per person incl GST
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‘Desart’ Contemporary Aboriginal Art Exhibition & Marketplace
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Flexible ‘down time’ each day to relax and soak it all up, or pursue your own project
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On and off road quality vehicle touring to beautiful locations in the West MacDonnell Ranges
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Small group size, with dedicated host and expert local guide for a bespoke experience
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The unique atmosphere of Mparntwe (Alice Springs) with the colour & excitement of ‘Desert Mob’, against the stunning backdrop of ancient geology and geography of Tjoritja (West MacDonnell Ranges)
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Sleeping under the stars in a deluxe swag
your itinerary:
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6 Sep arrival & transfer to Mercure Alice Springs Resort. Welcome to country and visit Araluen Arts Centre for an introduction to Desart. 'Mbantua' scenic bush location sunset & campfire dinner with local chef
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7 Sep morning at the Desert Mob marketplace, afternoon at leisure, evening Desert Song* concert, followed by dinner in a casual local restaurant
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8 Sep visit to Hermannsburg historic precinct to meet a traditional elder of the beautiful Finke Gorge region. There is an impressive collection of Namatjira and local water-colourists artworks in the museum. Afternoon set up camp on Ellery Creek in the Finke Gorge, time to wander and relax before our fireside dinner and stargazing
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9 Sep morning hike into a scenic hidden gorge, afternoon at leisure with many options available* including walks, 4WD touring, time to sketch, read or just relax, overnight camp in the same blissful spot
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10 Sep pack up camp after a leisurely breakfast, flexible day of visiting local sights, arriving at Glen Helen Resort in time for an afternoon walk & maybe a swim, enjoy the location and views before our bistro dinner and overnight
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11 Sep morning at leisure* & transfer to airport
This adventure is timed to coincide with ‘Desart’ - the largest and most dynamic contemporary Central Australian art exhibition and marketplace.
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September also typically affords perfect weather for camping, in the most scenic, silent gorge on beautiful Ellery Creek in the Finke Gorge.
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