Kings Canyon Day Tour
The sheer sandstone walls of Watarrka and the spectacular Rim Walk — a big day south-west of Alice Springs, with the long driving, timing and park pass all handled.
Kings Canyon Day Tour
South-west of Alice Springs, in Watarrka National Park, Kings Canyon rears up in sheer walls of ancient sandstone. The reward is the Rim Walk — a roughly three-hour circuit that climbs steeply, then traces the canyon rim past domes, lookouts and a hidden pocket of greenery. It is a long day out and back from Alice, so we start early to walk in the cool of the morning and handle the driving, the timing and the Parks Pass. Many travellers also take it in en route to Uluru. Family-owned since 1974, tailored and quoted per enquiry.
What to Expect
Drive South-West
A long, scenic run to Watarrka — we do the driving.
The Rim Walk
A steep climb, then the canyon rim, domes and lookouts.
Garden of Eden
A sheltered waterhole and greenery tucked into the canyon.
Timing & Park Pass
The distance, the early start and the pass all taken care of.
Good to Know
- A long day — early start to walk before the heat
- The Rim Walk starts with a steep climb; a shorter creek walk is the easy option
- We arrange the Parks Pass needed for Watarrka
- Often done en route to Uluru — ask us to combine it
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Tell us your dates and group. Call 0409 661 342 or enquire online.
Kings Canyon Day Tour — FAQ
What does the Kings Canyon day tour include?
A big day south-west to Watarrka National Park and the famous Rim Walk high above the canyon — with the long driving, the Parks Pass and the timing handled so you can focus on the walk. Tailored and quoted per enquiry.
How long is the day?
It is a long day — Kings Canyon is a fair way south-west of Alice Springs. We start early to walk in the cooler morning and be back the same day. Many travellers instead do it en route to Uluru; see our Uluru tour from Alice Springs.
How hard is the Rim Walk?
The Rim Walk takes around three hours or more and starts with a steep climb, then follows the canyon rim. It suits reasonably fit walkers; there is a shorter, easier creek-bed option. We advise on the day and current conditions.
When is the best time to go?
The cooler months, roughly April to September, are best, and we walk early in the day — summer is very hot. See the best time to visit.
Alice Springs, Planned Around You
The MacDonnell Ranges and their gorges and waterholes, the Desert Park and the Telegraph Station, and the road south to Uluru — with the driving and bookings handled by the family that’s toured Australia since 1974.
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