Glen Helen Homestead Lodge
Namatjira Drive via Alice Springs Australia
Description:
Situated at the western end of the spectacular West MacDonnell Ranges, Glen Helen Resort is the climax to an adventurous and colourful drive approximately one hour from Alice Springs. Glen Helen Resort is surrounded by natural beauty within easy day trip distance from Palm Valley, Hermannsburg, Ormiston Gorge, Redbank Gorge and Mt Sonder. Indulge in a cold beer while relaxing at sunset on the back veranda of the restored station homestead, then treat yourself to an excellent meal in the Namatjira Gallery Restaurant. Join an extended tour to some of the region's most picturesque locations. Drive to Ormiston Gorge and nearby points of interest such as the amazing mound springs, artist Henk Guth's grave facing Mt Sonder and sunset from the lookout. Enjoy a refreshing dip at Glen Helen Gorge, go on a hike through the ranges, or swim up the 'canyon ' of Redbank Gorge. Take a drive along the Finke River or get a bird's eye view of the amazing natural landscape on a scenic flight. See local wildlife including many bird species, rock wallabies, dingoes and lizards.