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Larapinta Trail Voyage Tips and guide

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    The Larapinta Trail is in the southern Red Centre region of the Northern Territory of Australia.

    Understand

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    Map of Macdonnell National Park with Larapinta Trial running through
    Map of Macdonnell National Park with Larapinta Trial running through

    A 223 kilometre (139 mile) walking track between Alice Springs to the east and Mount Sonder to the west.

    In parts the trail runs next to the MacDonnell Ranges.

    Prepare

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    Map
    Map of Larapinta Trail
    The trail is well marked

    Get in

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    Alice Springs is a good starting point.

    Walk

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    Section 1

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    Start at the large town of 1 Alice Springs.

    Finish at 2 Simpsons Gap.

    Section 2

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    Head to 3 Spring Gap.

    Section 12

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    Finish at 4 Mount Sonder.

    Stay safe

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    It is recommended to attempt this trail during the winter months of June to August.

    Dangers include Dehydration, Hyperthermia and Hypothermia. The trail is well marked; however people have died by taking a wrong turn during summer months.

    Venomous snakes are also a danger, although as long as you avoid walking through long grass and picking up rocks you will not likely encounter any.

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