Gorge, Mount Connor and Palm Valley. When you go from Kings Canyon to Alice springs then this route is an alternate route. Darwin
Mereenie loop from Hermannsburg to Kings Canyon is well worth taking the time to enjoy. Also the unsealed portion is between Kings Canyon to Tnorala Pass, which is approx 125+ kms. destination and a key part of Australia's iconic Red
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The West MacDonnell Ranges are amazing and will no doubt be a highlight of your Mereenie Loop road trip. Ayers Rock Resort (10 minutes' travel). meet every scheduled flight. Could do Palm vallbut a long day. with most of its bulk below the ground, and measures
It is about 250 km west of Alice Springs [8] and northeast of Uluru . Closer to Kings Canyon the road suddenly becomes paved for a short way as it it winds up to a ridge and lookout called Gintys Lookout. You can drive into it with a good 4WD but we did not. The route passes
The gorge and waterhole itself are beautiful and even if you arent staying overnight here, its worth a stop in to check it out. What say you!!!!! Drive Larapinta
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Not palm creek etc as it states diff lock 4WD, but I have High rider Isuzu D-max with 4wd suspension , tyres and wheels, just 2WD. Buy your Mereenie Loop Permit in person from: There are a few rules to be aware of when planning a trip on the Mereenie Loop: Fill-up your fuel tank and buy plenty of water and supplies at Alice Springs or Kings Canyon, before setting off on the Mereenie Loop. Springs Airport The
Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park is a world-class visitor
The Mereenie Loop Road brings you right to the doorstep
in the MacDonnell Ranges in Northern Territory, Central
Central Australian deserts can be seen, smelt and heard. The Mereenie Loop is a truly memorable road trip. Ayers Rock adventure tours and safaris at www.ulurusafaris.com, Way outback
The only exception may be after rain, if the road has been damaged, or if it is still wet. history, languages, wildlife and joint management of
also known as Pitjantjatjara, but it is also used as
red. The MacDonnell Ranges run east and west of Alice Springs
As one of Australia's largest licensed
MacDonnell Ranges, offers
See our post on Standley Chasm for more details. and unsealed is seasonal with flash flooding with
East MacDonnell National Park
We took two days to see the sights from Alice Springs to Kings Creek Station with an overnight at Glen Helen, just opposite Ormiston Gorge. A bit corrugated. Although officially called The Red Centre Way, this bucket-list road trip is often referred to as the Mereenie Loop due to the 140km unsealed dirt road of the same name that forms part of the journey. Note: The 4WD Dirt Offroad Tracks and Unsealed Roads
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Kata Tjuta (The
Centre Gregory Terrace, Alice Springs
It's possible to drive it in one day but it will be a long day. Ayres rock Uluru, also referred to as Ayers Rock, is
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The sealed road used to finish here, but this part of the Red Centre Way is now sealed all the way to the Hermannsburg/Kings Canyon turn-off. recommended. 4wd Rentals or email
We were told by a worker at the service station at Kings Canyon that the road was very corrugated- but really that was an understatement. Like the beautiful swimming holes in the West MacDonnell Ranges. A scenic road traversing Aboriginal land(permit required) and leading past Ayers Rock and other scenic areas including gorges and desert. We call ourselves Anangu, and would
first areas to be identified as a National Landscape. This drive will live in my mind forever - the beauty, isolation, and feeling of infinite space out there is beyond compare. on Kakadu and Top End one day tours www.kakaduholidays.com/
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Not only is the Mereenie Loop a little rough, but you also need a permit to drive it. Camping is available for a fee using an honesty box system ($7.70 at the time of writing for a family) and there are toilets and BBQs available. Direct flights operate twice a week from Melbourne. And then the nice 30 km of downhill to Redbank. Always check weather conditions before heading off from either direction. You don't need a 4WD car. Henbury
up to 9 months from travel. I drive plenty of off road in my Ute just dont go on the beach and in mud. Update 28.06.2017: I just rang Glen helen Homestead
countryside, and also offers an alternate route for
Are there any sections of the Mereenie Loop that are high up? Only go on the Mereenie Loop though if your car is able to handle the rougher terrain and if your car rental company even allows. Its worth slowing down when passing a vehicle as rocks and stones can get thrown up. Phone: (08) 8956 7480
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The permit costs $5.00 and is valid for 3 days from the date of purchase. The official National Park camping sites are a few kilometres off the main road down a dirt road. Permits to be purchased in person. An aboriginal worker in Alice Springs told me that nothing had been done to the road for 5 years, and I can believe him. Cairns and Alice Springs direct to Ayers Rock Airport. Rock Resort at Yulara, Voyages
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Although writing about luxury is nice, Jessica is not afraid to rough it to experience the best of a destination. We got out permit from the Alice Springs Visitor Centre but if coming the other way, from Kings Canyon, they are available at Kings Creek Station and Kings Canyon Resort. I'm thinking of hiring a car from Uluru and taking it up through Kings Canyon and doing the Loop. Mereenie Loop Road (Northern Territory): All You Need to Know, Pet Friendly Hotels in Northern Territory, Cheap Accommodations in Northern Territory, Historic Walking Areas in Northern Territory, Scenic Walking Areas in Northern Territory, Points of Interest & Landmarks in Northern Territory, Churches & Cathedrals in Northern Territory, Kayaking & Canoeing in Northern Territory, Scuba & Snorkelling in Northern Territory, Waterskiing & Jetskiing in Northern Territory, 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours in Northern Territory, Adrenaline & Extreme Tours in Northern Territory, Horseback Riding Tours in Northern Territory, Off-Road & ATV Trails in Northern Territory, Sports Camps & Clinics in Northern Territory, Geologic Formations in Northern Territory, Hot Springs & Geysers in Northern Territory, Nature & Wildlife Areas in Northern Territory, Natural History Museums in Northern Territory, Flea & Street Markets in Northern Territory, Speciality & Gift Shops in Northern Territory, Fashion Shows & Tours in Northern Territory, Fishing Charters & Tours in Northern Territory, Game & Entertainment Centres in Northern Territory, Paint & Pottery Studios in Northern Territory, Dance Clubs & Discos in Northern Territory, Bar, Club & Pub Tours in Northern Territory, Lessons & Workshops in Northern Territory, Wineries & Vineyards in Northern Territory, Theatre & Performances in Northern Territory, Keep River National Park: Tickets & Tours. Springs Track, Donohue
Anangu culture and this very special cultural and natural
Saw one locally made road sign on a slightly tighter bend."lift um foot!". Darwin, Map
The problem is the unsealed section known as the Mereenie Loop. Continue experiencing Uluru and Kata Tjuta. Just over 2 hours from Hermannsburg to Kings Canyon. I wouldn't use anything less than 4 wheel drive.. you are required to get a permit to drive loop road. Uluru is sacred to the Pitjantjatjara
Thanks. Kings Canyon, Kata Tjuta (formerley known as The Olgas)
Mereenie Loop Road See all things to do Mereenie Loop Road 4 83 #124 of 385 things to do in Northern Territory Scenic Drives Visit website Call Write a review About A scenic road traversing Aboriginal land (permit required) and leading past Ayers Rock and other scenic areas including gorges and desert. *For those in a two-wheel drive, there is a fully sealed route between Alice Springs and Kings Canyon, southbound via the Stuart Highway, Lasseter Hwy and Luritja Road. We will look at all the extras and find the
Now, this is definitely a place you will want to hang out and stay overnight at on your Mereenie Loop road trip. Gorge Nature Reserve Gemtree
good luck, How long does it take to drive from Kings Canyon to Ormiston George (mereenie loop) and then Ormiston George to Alice? It is on the "Inner Mereenie Loop" road which was completed as a sealed road in 2016 providing access for caravans and two-wheel-drive vehicles. Australia
4WD is recommended
kilometres from Watarrka National Park, the home of
The flora of Kings Canyon offers a clear indication
The first time we took 5 days and the second time we took 10 days. We have
For those with the right vehicle, a permit, and a sense of adventure, the scenery on the Mereenie Loop is breathtaking. The road is unsealed, but in a good condition to drive. hire and rentals. We rank these restaurants and attractions by balancing reviews from our members with how close they are to this location.