Swimming around Alice Springs

It was a stunning weekend in the Red Centre, with balmy daytime temperatures and blue skies 🌞 Ellery Creek Big Hole | Udepata is best known as the closest thing to a beach in @visitcentralaus, with sandy surrounds and a permanent freshwater swimming hole. Located in the West MacDonnell National Park | Tjoritja, near #AliceSprings, these spectacular cliffs sparkle as the sun beams down ✨ Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @haro_adventures! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #holidayherethisyear)

Nestled within the wild swimming wonderland of the West MacDonnell National Park | Tjoritja, you'll feel like you're on the coast! Only a short walk from the carpark, Ormiston Gorge | Kwartatuma is shadowed by a spectacular rock gorge in colours straight from an Albert Namatjira painting 🎨🧡 Take a dip and then spread your towel under the big white gums atop a sun-drenched beach 🏖 The West MacDonnell Ranges extend west from #AliceSprings and lay host to a number of extraordinary swimming holes and natural wonders. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @twosometravellers! #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT)

⛰REDBANK GORGE, NT 💧 Redbank Gorge, also known as ‘Rwetyepme’ (pronounced ‘roo-chip-ma’) is a pretty incredible chasm gorge 156 km west of Alice Springs in the West MacDonnell Ranges. all.about.adventure Jamie and Camille immersed in the NT colour palette of this beautiful location. 🥾 Located at the base of Mt Sonder, the 2km, 1.5hr return walk from the car park traverses along the creek bed to the gorge where you can swim in the cold, deep water of this practically permanent NT waterhole. ⛺ Basic camping facilities are available at 2 different locations - both the Woodland and the Ridgetop campgrounds. Both have toilets, fire pits and picnic tables. The Woodland Camping area also has free gas barbecues. (Limited sites and fees apply). Access is via the sealed Larapinta and Namatjira drives. The 5km access road is unsealed and a high-clearance vehicle is recommended. Sunday adventuring at its Northern Territory best 🙏🏻 . . . . . #hikeaustralia #hikingaustralia #hike #hikinginaustralia #hikersofinstagram #hikerlife #hikingworldwide #travelaustralia #seeaustralia #exploringaustralia #australia_oz #bushwalkingaustralia #bushwalking #australiaroadtrip #thisisaustralia #aussiephotos #amazing_australia #discover_australia #takemetoaustralia #discoveraustralia #backpackingaustralia #loveaustralia #adventureaustralia . #australiagram #jaw_dropping_shots ....................................... #westmacdonnellnationalpark #westmacdonnellranges #redbankgorge #northernterritory #nt)

Secluded swimming spots in @visitcentralaus ⛰💦 Anyone who has visited the West MacDonnell Ranges/Tjoritja will tell you that the waterholes here are a welcome surprise, particularly #RedbankGorge 😍 Less than two hours' drive west of #AliceSprings, this hidden gem sits at the base of Mount Sonder, the fourth highest mountain in the Territory.  ​ ​Take the two kilometre return walk from the car-park along the creek bed to the gorge where you'll find a permanent waterhole with a narrow chasm. There are two camping areas, both have toilets, firepits and picnic tables. Our tip? Add nearby Glen Helen Gorge and Ormiston Gorge to your road trip itinerary too! ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @backpack_withus. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear)

Would you believe us if we said this towering red rock gorge was only an hour from #AliceSprings? Ellery Creek Big Hole (Udepata) is best known as the closest thing to a beach in @visitcentralaus, with sandy surrounds and a permanent freshwater swimming hole. Located in the West MacDonnell National Park/Tjoritja, these spectacular cliffs sparkle as the sun beams down 🧡 Bring a floatie and a picnic lunch for the ultimate day trip! While some of us may still be dreaming, for others a Red Centre adventure awaits... we hope to see you soon! ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @_markfitz. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear)

Daydreaming about blue skies, warm temperatures and wonderful waterholes? The good news is all this and more is waiting for you in @visitcentralaus 🧡 Paddle (or swim!) through the ancient walls of #GlenHelenGorge, one of the many natural swimming holes in the West MacDonnell Ranges/Tjoritja, just west of #AliceSprings. ​Stay at the newly reopened @DiscoveryParks Glen Helen Lodge, located only a few minutes walk from this epic location. Our tip? Make the most of your time in central Australia and discover all the icons on an unforgettable road trip along the Red Centre Way. This 5-6 day drive route has 2WD and 4WD itinerary options. Head to the link in our bio for more information! ​ ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @all.about.adventure. ​ ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT)

Got brain freeze swimming in the West Macdonnell Ranges. Worth it. . . . . . . #roadtrip #westmacdonnellranges #brainfreeze #swimming #seim #mountains #nt #ntaustralia #outback #outbackaustralia #northernterritory #australia #waterhole #ellerycreekbighole #ormistongorge)

A beach in Central Australia? Almost! 🏖 Surrounded by sandy banks, the permanent waterhole at #OrmistonGorge will have you feeling like you’re on the coast. It’s only a short walk from the car park to the swimming hole so you start cooling down immediately, but if you wish to really earn your swim or just check out the area, the Ormiston Pound walk takes you on an Insta-worthy 8.5 kilometre loop track. The West MacDonnell National Park (Tjoritja) stretches for 161 kilometres west of #AliceSprings and offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, swimming and camping adventures. Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @suitcasestories.be! ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT)

[EN] Glen Helen Gorge offers a large swimming hole in the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges National Park, one of the natural wonders of Central Australia. It also showcases the spectacular geology and landforms of the MacDonnell Ranges. . . . [FR] Glen Helen Gorge offre une profonde piscines naturelles dans le spectaculaire Parc National de West Macdonnell, une des magnifiques attractions naturelles de la région du Centre de l'Australie. C'est aussi l'endroit idéal pour observer la géologie et les formations de la chaîne des MacDonnell Ranges. . . . Photo Chris - conseiller voyages Antipodes Travel - Australie. . #AntipodesTravel #Oceanie #australie #australia #ntoz #northernterritory #centralaustralia #glenhelengorge #macdonnellranges #westmacdonnellranges #australianationalparks #swimmingholesoz #visitaustralia #holidayherethisyear #travelaustralia #seeaustralia #visitcentralaustralia #visitcentralaus #ig_landscape_lovers #ig_australia)

The MacDonnell Ranges in the #NorthernTerritory are a must-see! 😍 Easily accessed from Alice Springs, each of the West MacDonnell chasms and gorges has its own unique character and scenery. ⁠Here are four ways to make the most of your trip to the area:⁠ ⁠ ↠ Head to #StandleyChasm at midday when the rocks light up in fiery colours for the best photos. exploreshaw captured the scene in the most beautiful light! ⁠ ⁠ ↠ Drive or jump on a bike and ride along the 17-kilometre cycle path to Simpsons Gap, see the permanent waterhole and spot rock wallabies that live in the Gap's rocky ridges.⁠ ⁠ ↠ Find refreshing relief from the heat of the day at the picturesque swimming holes in Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ormiston Gorge, Glen Helen Gorge and Redbank Gorge.⁠ ⁠ ↠ Trek the Larapinta Trail, which stretches more than 223 kilometres from the Alice Springs Telegraph Station to Mount Sonder.⁠ ⁠ 📖 Are you planning a trip to the #RedCentreNT? Send us a message or comment below for our free travel guide with our highlights and must-sees in #NTaustralia. ⁠ ⁠ 📸 : exploreshaw)

Alice Springs is the gateway to the Red Centre! 🦘🐫⁠ Flanked by the MacDonnell Ranges, you'll find plenty to do here. Ride a camel, go hot air ballooning, check out the indigenous art & cultural history, take a hike, head to one of the nearby swimming holes or gorges, or travel further afield to Rainbow Valley & Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. Let's go!⁠ #alicesprings #northernterritory #visitnt⁠ ⁠ 📷 : Sam Jackson @ Getty Images)

No beach? No worries! Cool off at one of our outback 'beaches' near #AliceSprings. High red cliffs, a large swimming hole and a sandy creek lined by gums makes Ormiston Gorge one of the prettiest spots for a dip in the West MacDonnell National Park. Only 90 minutes drive west of #AliceSprings, this place is ripe for summer exploration. You’ll also find swimming holes at Ellery Creek Big Hole and Redbank Gorge (where you can float through ancient gorge walls) in the park. And, because we're in the Red Centre... we can guarantee it's completely safe to swim here 🐊👌 ​Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @the.aussie.travellers. ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear)

As pretty as a picture and as private as your own backyard. The West MacDonnell Ranges offer secluded swimming at its finest 🙌 If you need us, we'll be spending our Monday floating through Redbank Gorge, just 2 hours from #AliceSprings. Base yourself at the campground and explore the surrounding area, including swimming spots such as Ormiston Gorge and Ellery Creek Big Hole. The Red Centre is the place to be this summer, just saying. BYO bathers 👙 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @all.about.adventure. ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT #HolidayHereThisYear)

bethanycumming and kirramolnar taking on the desert! 🧡⠀ ⠀ Ellery Creek Big Hole is one of the most popular and picturesque camping, walking, swimming and picnic spots in the Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park. The spectacular waterhole is fed by the West MacDonnell Ranges (Tjoritja) and surrounded by tall red cliffs and the sandy Ellery Creek. ⠀ ⠀ #visitalice #visitalicesprings)

Ellery creek Big hole is where we spent our first night out in the Ranges, such a stunning spot with a very cold waterhole you can swim and cool off in. We spent our day swimming, paddle boarding and playing along the waters edge. The campground is quiet small and not really ideal for big vans like ours but we managed to fit. $7.70 for a family to stay here a night. ⁣ See more of our time here in our West MacDonnell ranges story highlights ⁣ . . . . #cuinthent#ellerycreek#ellerycreekbighole#westmacdonnellranges#visitcentralaus#northernterritory#visitnt# #travellingwithkids #discoveraustralia #travellingkids #familieswhotravel #australiagram #kidsthattravel #inspirefamilytravel #familytravelblogger #travelingfamily #parentswhowander #travel #exploreaustralia #australialovesyou #australia #exploringfamilies #seeaustralia #ig_australia #aussiebucketlist #caravanningwithkids#tawk#tickeroff#letsgocaravancamping)

Spring has certainly sprung in @visitcentralaus and we're here for it! 🙌  @kendallbaggerly recently ventured to Ormiston Gorge, one of the many spectacular swimming spots near #AliceSprings. This oasis in the middle of the West MacDonnell Ranges is as pretty as a picture with red rock walls, towering trees and a permanent freshwater pool. BYO picnic rug, book and floatie 👌 Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, Kendall. ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT)

Would you believe us if we said this towering red rock gorge was only an hour from #AliceSprings? Ellery Creek Big Hole is best known as the closest thing to a beach in @visitcentralaus, with sandy surrounds and a permanent freshwater swimming hole. Located in the West MacDonnell National Park, these spectacular cliffs sparkle as the sun beams down 🧡 Bring a floatie and a picnic lunch for the ultimate day trip! While some of us may still be dreaming, for others a Red Centre adventure awaits... we hope to see you soon! Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, @jonathanmcmillan_. ​#SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT)

Our thoughts go out to our interstate and international mates, particularly in Victoria, at this tough time. While many of you can't travel right now, we're committed to bringing you a daily dose of vitamin-NT and brightening your feed with wide open spaces, World Heritage-listed National Parks, waterfalls and swimming holes. And one day, hopefully sometime soon, you can come and see it for yourself 💛 @_aswewander recently packed up their troopy and hit the road west of #AliceSprings, stopping at 2 Mile, a firm favourite with locals 🏕 The 2 Mile campground can be found on the banks of the Finke River near Glen Helen Gorge in the West MacDonnell Ranges. While there are no toilets or fancy cooking facilities, this is free bush #camping at its finest...not only will you be surrounded by rolling mountain ranges, but you'll also be laying your head next to one of the oldest river systems in the world. Local tip: you'll need a 4WD to access this spot! Cheers for tagging #NTaustralia, Luke and Jess. #SeeAustralia #RedCentreNT)