What is the difference between the half-day and full-day tours?

The half-day tour runs from approximately 1:45 PM to 6:00 PM and covers the city's historical sites plus the Reptile Centre. The full-day option adds a morning visit to Alice Springs Desert Park, with a break back at your hotel for lunch before the afternoon city tour begins.

Is hotel pickup included, and does it cover all Alice Springs accommodation?

Yes, shared round-trip transfers from your Alice Springs hotel are included. Pickup windows are 1:00–1:45 PM for the half-day tour and 7:35–8:15 AM for the full-day tour. Confirm your hotel details at booking.

Can children join the tour, and is there a child price?

Children under 2 travel free but no seat is provided. All guests under 17 must be accompanied by a paying adult aged 18 or over. Child ticket prices are available at checkout.

Is the reptile handling safe for nervous visitors?

Handling is supervised throughout by the Reptile Centre's experienced staff. Only smaller, docile reptiles are used for handling — participation is entirely optional if you'd prefer to watch.

Can I cancel if my plans change?

Cancellation terms are displayed at checkout before you confirm your booking. We recommend checking the specific policy for your chosen date at the time of purchase.

Will the itinerary definitely follow this order?

The sequence and timing are subject to change due to weather or traffic conditions. Your driver-guide will manage any adjustments on the day to ensure all key sites are covered.

Alice Springs Reptile Centre and City Tour

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Duration

4 hours 15 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation 24hrs

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Admission to all sites visited

National park fees

Driver-guide throughout

Shared round-trip hotel transfers

Not included

Lunch (own expense on the full-day tour)

Personal spending and souvenirs

Gratuities

What to expect

Hotel pickup
Up to 45 min window
Half-day guests are collected between 1:00–1:45 PM; full-day guests have an earlier pickup at 7:35–8:15 AM for the Desert Park morning.
Alice Springs Desert Park (full-day only)
Morning session
Spend the morning exploring native wildlife habitats and ancient desert flora before returning to your hotel for lunch at your own expense.
School of the Air
Included in tour
Learn how remote outback children received their education via radio — one of Australia's most unusual and moving institutions.
Overland Telegraph Station
Included in tour
Explore the historic station that once connected Australia to the world, set against a backdrop of ancient river gums and red rock.
Royal Flying Doctor Service Headquarters
Included in tour
Discover how the RFDS has delivered emergency medical care across the vast Australian outback for nearly a century.
Alice Springs Reptile Centre
Included in tour
Watch crocodile and snake feeding sessions and handle smaller reptiles under the supervision of the centre's experienced keepers.
ANZAC Hill
Included in tour
A scenic drive to the hilltop lookout provides a final, sweeping panorama of Alice Springs and the surrounding MacDonnell Ranges.
Hotel drop-off
By 6:00 PM
The tour concludes at approximately 6:00 PM with a return transfer to your hotel.

Meeting point

Alice Springs Reptile Centre, Stuart Terrace, The Gap NT, Australia

Hotel pickup is included — your driver-guide will collect you from your accommodation within the designated pickup window. Confirm your hotel address at the time of booking.

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What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Water bottle
Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)

Alice Springs Reptile Centre and City Tour

Alice Springs Reptile Centre and City Tour

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