Holiday homes & rentals in Alice Springs

Embraced by a belt of rich red mountains in Australia's centre, you'll find the magical city of Alice Springs. Typical holiday homes here include houses with pools or with sunny terraces and hammocks.

Aboriginal art in Alice Springs

According to the Aboriginal people, The Devils Marbles are the fossilized eggs of the Rainbow Serpent. These vast granite boulders dot the landscape near Tennant Creek. At six metres high, they have lain here for millions of years, awaiting discovery. Find out more with guided walks around the eponymous reserve.

Per capita, there are more art galleries in Alice Springs than anywhere else in Australia, and they overflow with Aboriginal art.

Mbantua Aboriginal Art Gallery is central, and represents over 200 artists from the region. Alternatively, Keringke Arts is a studio where the Aboriginal communities surrounding Alice Springs come to work in a variety of media, pulling inspiration from the region's surreal landscapes.

Camel rides and quad bikes

Kids will never forget the time they rode through the Kings Creek Canyon on the back of a camel. Or the time they discovered 600 species of plants in Watarrka National Park.

Kings Creek Walk is briefer than the three hour Kings Canyon Rim Walk, and there are plenty of shady spots to stop for a family picnic among eucalyptus trees. There are even quad bikes for hire.

Bushwalks and helicopter rides

Follow the Larapinta Trail, one of the most thrilling of Australia's bush walks. At 223km in length, it is fast becoming one of the most popular hiking trails in the world, due to its diverse wildlife and dramatic scenery.

For a truly unforgettable experience, take a helicopter ride over the West MacDonnell Ranges. Meet the black footed wallabies at Simpsons Gap. Or watch the sunset over the red rocks of Kata Tjuta and Uluru. Alternatively, enjoy quality cuisine al fresco under bright stars at Ayers Rock restaurant.

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