Alice Springs Desert Park

Description

Nestled at the foot of the stunning West MacDonnell Ranges, just 10 minutes from Alice Springs, Alice Springs Desert Park offers a truly unique and immersive experience in Australia’s central desert environment. Spanning 1,300 hectares, this registered botanic garden presents and protects the diverse flora, fauna, and cultural heritage of Central Australia.

Closely connected to the local Arrernte people, the park interprets the rich stories and spiritual connections of the land through three distinct desert habitats—Desert Rivers, Sand Country, and Woodland. Visitors explore these landscapes via a daily program of presentations, a captivating free-flying bird show, our Nocturnal House and encounters with endangered nocturnal animals.

Since opening in 1997, Alice Springs Desert Park has grown into a leading centre for desert research, conservation, and ecotourism. Owned by the Northern Territory Government and managed by the Parks and Wildlife Commission, the park holds Advanced Ecotourism Accreditation and partners in numerous breeding and conservation programs.

By blending natural wonders with Indigenous culture and environmental education, Alice Springs Desert Park inspires and empowers visitors to connect deeply with Australia’s desert heritage—a truly one-of-a-kind experience.