Larapinta Trail by Australian Walking Holidays

Art Expedition Larapinta

Follow in the footstep of Albert Namatjira and seek your own expression of this ancient land. We follow an itinerary that will allow artists to spend time a wide range of stunning locations, beyond the reach of casual visitors. You will need to carry only a day pack, as a support vehicle will transport the luggage and support our campsites with bush tucker that will exceed expectations. There will also be plenty of time to reflect on the variety of the land or undertake some optional guided walks. We will experience views from the high ridge-line to narrow canyons where sheltered pockets of delicate fern and twisted gum trees grow from the dry rivers of sand. Sydney artist Michael Herron will act as artistic director, providing guidance for artists to achieve their full creative potential

Best of the Larapinta Trail - 9 days

The camping based trek will allow you more time to explore and soak in the beauty of the Central Australian desert as you traverse the most scenic stages of the Larapinta Trail. Carrying just a daypack, this walk will delight the wilderness lover and challenge even seasoned walkers. The Larapinta Trail offers one of the greatest desert treks on earth and is a bucket list experience for anyone who enjoys walking holidays.

Following the spine of the West MacDonnell range, this extended walk along the Larapinta Trail will take in the sections along the Larapinta Trail that simply cannot be missed. It also provides a more achievable objective for walkers not yet ready for our 14 day Larapinta End to End trip. There will be some demanding stages as you pass over remote ridges and canyons, walking up to 30kms on some days.

The group camping gear is transported to each campsite by our professional support crew, freeing walkers to enjoy the diverse desert scenery, revel in the camaraderie of like-minded travellers and focus on achieving your goal.

Classic Larapinta in Comfort - 6 Days

This extraordinary walking track traverses the length of the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges, located near Alice Springs. This fully supported six day trek is perfect for active walkers, covering between eight and 18 kilometres a day over a variety of terrain.

Accommodated in our network of environmentally designed exclusive semi-permanent campsites, you can relax after each day on the trail with facilities including hot showers, comfortable lounges and heated dining shelter, with the opportunity to sleep under the stars.

Explore ridgelines and narrow canyons, serene river valleys and wild savannah, view unique flora and fauna in its natural habitat and camp by night under a canopy of stars. Let us show you the highlights of this iconic trail.

Please quote tour code LAR when booking.

Larapinta Challenger Trek - 6 days

This camping based trek gets you close to the action of the trail where you are completely encapsulated by the rugged beauty of the Central Australian desert as you dig deep to tackle the best 'gutsty' stages of the Larapinta Trail. Carrying just a daypack, this trek is designed challenge both seasoned walkers and fitness enthusiast alike; with guests walking up to 30kms each day. passing over remote ridges and canyons whilst winding their way along the West Macdonnell Renges.

The group camping gear is transported to each campsite by our professional support crew, freeing walkers to enjoy the diverse desert scenery, revel in the camaraderie of like-minded travellers and focus on achieving your goal.

Larapinta End to End - 14 Days

This is one of the great desert treks in the West MacDonnell Ranges. On this trek you will traverse the entire length of the 223 kilometre Larapinta Trail. There will be some challenging stages as you pass over remote ridges and canyons, walking up to 30 kilometres each day.

As a fully supported trek, all you will carry is your day pack. Walking the entire length of the trail is a challenge, but one that comes with an equal sense of reward as you complete this outstanding journey.

Please quote trip code LAC when booking.

Larapinta Experience in Comfort - 3 Days

This extraordinary walking track traverses the length of the magnificent West MacDonnell Ranges, located near Alice Springs. This fully supported three day trek is the perfect introduction to the trail.

Accommodated in our network of environmentally designed exclusive semi-permanent campsites, you can relax after each day on the trail with facilities including hot showers, comfortable lounges and heated dining shelter, with the opportunity to sleep under the stars.

Explore ridgelines and narrow canyons, serene river valleys and wild savannah, view unique flora and fauna in its natural habitat and camp by night under a canopy of stars. Let us show you the highlights of this iconic trail.

Please quote trip code LRE when booking.

Larapinta Goddess Walk - 3 days

This revitalising 3 day program combines morning yoga and meditation sessions with invigorating walks to breathtaking highlights of the Larapinta Trail.

These all female departures incorporate a rejuvenating and enriching combination of cultural and wellness activities to revitalise the mind and body while enjoying all the comforts of our award winning exclusive permanent campsites, including hot showers, comfortable lounges and heated dining shelter all in the spectacular surrounds of the Australian Red Centre.