At the base of the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges and just 10 minutes drive from Alice Springs, the Alice Springs Desert Park is closely connected to the local Arrernte people and embraces parts of the Akngwelye and Yeperenye Altyerre (Wild Dog and Caterpillar) dreaming stories. The stories and history of the Arrernte people, together with the plants and animals they are responsible for, are told through the interpretation and creation of three distinct desert habitats – Desert Rivers, Sand Country and Woodland. These habitats allow visitors to experience desert life as it really is.
Guide presentations, a free flying bird show and the opportunity to see endangered animals in the Nocturnal House are some of the highlights.