The Larapinta Trail travels 223 km (140 mi) through the heart of Central Australia, covering some of the most spectacular ranges and gorges within the vast Australian outback desert. The deep red gorges and cool waterholes offer an oasis in a very hot and arid land. On the rugged rocky ridges, you can see all the way to far off ranges without any sign of human development.
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Australian Outback, Larapinta Trail
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Larapinta Trail
223 km / 140 miles • Northern Territory, Australia
Download our guide to access the Larapinta Trail map, tracks, waypoints, and comments! The Larapinta Trail travels 223 km (140 mi) through the heart of Central Australia, covering some of the most spectacular ranges and gorges within the vast Australian outback desert. The deep red gorges and cool waterholes offer an oasis in a very hot and arid land. On the rugged rocky ridges, you can see all the way to far off ranges without any sign of human development.
AU$14.99/NZ$16.99/US$9.99 full guide
AU$14.99/NZ$16.99/US$9.99 full guide
Larapinta Trail Map
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Australia, 231 km, Desert/Outback, 13-18 Days.
The Larapinta Trail, in the heart of Central Australia, runs 223km along the spine of the West MacDonnell Ranges covering some of the most spectacular ranges and gorges within the vast Australian outback desert.
The deep red gorges and cool waterholes offer an oasis for a refreshing swim in a very hot and arid land. On the rugged rocky ridges, formed millions of years ago by the rock layers being pushed on edge, you can see forever – to far off ranges without any sign of human development.
AUD$14.99 / NZ$16.99 / US$9.99
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Activewayz is very passionate about the outdoors, whether it be hiking, bushwalking, or tramping. They enjoy mapping new routes and planning new adventures to share in the app. They have incorporated their love for adventure, long-distance hiking, and mapping to create a resourceful guide in Australia and New Zealand.