Alice Springs Desert Park
About Alice Springs Desert Park
Get ready to experience the true outback! Kids will love to wander through the ancient landscapes of the Australian desert. It's an incredible place!
Alice Springs Desert Park has a host of activities for the whole family, especially ones that the kids will just love!
Ever wondered about those creatures that only come out at night? You can experience these sneaky nocturnal animals as you learn all about them - their habits, and why they prefer the evenings to enjoy the world!
Families can also get up close to the diverse range of plants that grow out in the Australian desert. How many have you seen before? Perhaps you will be introduced to a whole new species you never knew existed!
Alice Springs Desert Park is also great for kids to really gain an understanding about the ancient living cultures of the Aboriginal population that lived in the area for thousands of years, and still do to this day. Local Aboriginal guides will be able to explain why the area is important, and what magic they believe the area to hold.
The park hold daily guide presentations where kids can see and hear the stories of the animals, plants, and cultures - who knew there was so much history is the very same country you thought you knew!
The Alice Springs Desert Park also have four re-created desert environments which you can check out the spirits of the birds, see rare and endangered animals such as the bilby, in the Nocturnal House....you will never look at a desert the same way again!
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Suggest editHow much does it cost?
Suggest editAdults $37
Children $18.50 (Aged 5 - 16)
Free Under 5 years
Last Update 2023
Discount Seniors $30
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Doing our bit
Did you know that they are an active member of the Mala National Recovery Team? Mala are small kangaroos and are extinct in the wild across the Northern Territory and keep many safe at the park. Why ot go on the Nocturnal Tour and visit the magnificent Malas for yourself?
Do they have baby facilities?
There is a Baby Change room located in the courtyard and in the toilets at the Nocturnal House.
Strollers are available for free from the main courtyard area. Sorted!
I’m Hungry! Can I get food at Alice Springs Desert Park?
There is a cafe in the park (which is air-conditioned!) open during summer and offers lunch and snack options, like wraps, salads and of course ice-cream! There's also lots of water bubblers around the park, so make sure you stay hydrated.
Does Alice Springs Desert Park have a gift shop?
The gift shop has a wide range of quality souvenirs including toys, t-shirts, hats, books, jewellery and knick-knacks to aid you in remembering your journey to the Desert Park and Central Australia. Don't forget your pocket money!
Teachers corner
The park offer tertiary and interstate school groups a chance to learn about the desert - it's also free for pre-schoolers and NT school students! A great way for them to gain awareness of how the plants, animals and traditions are all interconnected.
Do they have baby facilities?
There is a Baby Change room located in the courtyard and in the toilets at the Nocturnal House.
Strollers are available for free from the main courtyard area. Sorted!
Does Alice Springs Desert Park have healthy eating or Vegan options?
There is a picnic area is located next to the right hand side of the car park and offers picnic tables and BBQ facilities (with restrooms nearby) so you can bring your own food and enjoy a lovely homemade family picnic!
Is Alice Springs Desert Park fully accessible?
Electric wheelchairs can be hired from the main courtyard area. Pre-booking a wheelchair is highly recommended.
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