What to do and see in Red Centre, Northern Territory: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do

Ranked as one of the world’s top 20 treks, the Larapinta Trail is a 231-kilometre path that follows the West MacDonnell Ranges from Alice Springs Telegraph Station to Mount Sonder. Experience key attractions in the region such as Simpsons Gap and Ellery Creek Big Hole, weave past some of the world’s most ancient rock formations, and sleep under the stars.

Earth Sanctuary World Nature Centre is situated in Alice Springs, Central Australia and is an award winning centre for astronomy, eco tours & special events. You can experience the "Spirit of the Outback" at this magical location, just 15 minutes south of Alice Springs. The Earth Sanctuary is a family owned and operated and promotes Sustainable Living programs that have educated, motivated and inspired thousands of visitors for over a decade.

The Kangaroo Sanctuary is located on a 188-acre wildlife reserve just outside of Alice Springs. Owned by Chris 'Brolga' Barnes, it is fulfilling his life-long dream of a sanctuary that is home to orphaned kangaroos. Most of the rescued kangaroos have been rehabilitated to the wild, however some have learnt to love humans too much and remain permanently at the sanctuary. Take the sunset guided tour (Tuesday to Friday) throughout our reserve and meet the Kangaroo characters from Kangaroo Dundee (BBC/Nat Geo Series). Our motto is Animals Come First!

Fun and affordable outback adventure tours. Find the ideal tour from 2 to 5 days to explore outback Australia, including Uluru (Ayers Rock), Kata-Tjuta (The Olgas), Kings Canyon (Watarrka), Devils Marbles (Karlu Karlu), Edit Falls (Leliyin), Mataranka, Daly Waters and more. See amazing sights, hike ancient formations, learn about Aboriginal culture, camp under the stars, meet new friends and enjoy the perfect adventure of a lifetime! Most tours run all year round. Suited to people aged 18 – 49 years.

Yubu Napa Art Gallery, Studio and Gift Shop is now open at the iconic Panorama Guth Building in Hartley Street, Alice Springs. We offer a wide range of contemporary indigenous art as well as beautifully handcrafted souvenirs and gift ideas. Our onsite artist studio is a comfortable space for the artist's to paint in, offering visitors an opportunity to meet an artist and hear the stories of the artwork firsthand! We hope to see you soon at Yubu Napa, the newest Gem in Central Australia

Sandrifter Safaris is your 4WD Private Outback Tour specialist in Alice Springs. We cater for private tours & small groups – couples, friends, families, artists, photographers and even single travellers. We offer set itineraries or customised itineraries for private or small group tours to exactly fit your timeframe. Have a look at our half day tours in the West and East MacDonnell Ranges, Palm Valley, Chambers Pillar, Devils Marbles, Standley Chasm and so much more! Whatever your request is, we are here to help you organise your trip of a lifetime. Our fleet is composed of modern and air conditioned 4WD Toyota Landcruisers, and a small 4WD bus.

OUTBACK ELITE TOURS is an accredited, award-winning tour operator specialised in private charter and personalised tour. We will work directly with you to plan your dream tour or help you to choose from set itinerary. Explore the Australia's Red Centre by join a small tour group with options of half day, full or multi day tours accommodated or camping. Enjoy the comfort of equipped, luxurious and air conditioned 4WD vehicles (maximum participants 4) or on a 4WD mini bus (maximum participants 10). Tour in English and in Italian or Spanish upon request. Day tours in the West and East MacDonnell Ranges, Uluru and Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon, Rainbow Valley and Chambers Pillar, Palm Valley and much more.

Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Experience and Tour is an Aboriginal owned and operated business (Est 2014). Our cultural tour is a 1-hour small walk and talk. We share with visitors our very rich cultural history, language and culture as passed down through generations of the Luritja and Pertame (Southern Arrernte) people. Our tour includes shaded displays areas of our bush foods, traditional bush medicine methods, men and women wooden artifacts i.e. spears, boomerangs, traditional trading methods, large collection of organic tree seeds used by women for jewellery and a lot more.

Ormiston Gorge is a great place for a cool dip in the natural pool surrounded by towering red cliffs of the gorge. Located within the West MacDonnell Ranges National Park the surrounding area offers an Ormiston Pound Walk, which is a 3-4 hour circuit where you can spot native flora and fauna.

The Women's Museum of Australia (formerly known as the National Pioneer Women's Hall of Fame) is dedicated to celebrating the contribution of women in the pioneering history of the Northern Territory. More broadly, the Womens Museum of Australia is exhibiting stories which showcase the special contribution to Australia's heritage that women in many endeavors have made, not only for the benefit of their communities, but as lasting legacies that can inspire future generations, too. The Womens Museum of Australia is situated in the heritage-listed Old Gaol; so you can also explore prison life and learn about the history of incarceration as well as get a hands-on feeling for what life inside the cells what like for prisoners of the day.