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Larapinta Trail

Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia
Ranked #11 of 23 attractions in Alice Springs
5.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
Owner description: This 155-mile trail through semi-desert, high mountains and a national park rich in bird life can be hiked in manageable sections, but be sure to...... more » Owner description: This 155-mile trail through semi-desert, high mountains and a national park rich in bird life can be hiked in manageable sections, but be sure to carry drinking water. « less
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Melbourne, Australia
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2012

An excellent trail with fantastic views and multiple walk options. The Larapinta Trail Website ( www.larapintatrail.com.au) was very helpful as well. I had a ball. More

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Alice Springs, Australia
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 December 2011

This is one of the great trails. It doesn't matter whether you walk end to end (19 days or so) or a shorter trip of a few hours - it will all be a journey. You will better understand just how old this country is. I am a local, and I will one day walk end to end. I know... More

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Sydney
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18 reviews 18 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 November 2011

Walked this end of Aug 2008 into the first few days of Sept. Took us 14 days but will probably go back and try to do it slower next time. This is by far my favorite walk in the last 8 years of serious bushwalking. The landscapes can appear quite devoid but are full of life and records of history.... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2011

November was a bit hot for walking so only did a couple of short sections. Very different from most trails with good views, sense of total isolation and rugged rocky scenery. More

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Canberra
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 August 2010
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I completed this trail, with four friends, over a luxurious 19 days between June and July 2010. We walked from Alice Springs to Mt Sonder. At the beginning of the trip it rained for several days, so the birds, fruit, flowers and colours were out in full display. An artists paradise! More

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