

TREK PACKAGES


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LARAPINTA TRAIL E2E TREK PACKAGES
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Larapinta Trail End to End (E2E) Trek Packages are designed for independent or self guided hikers who are planning to complete the entire 231km length of the Larapinta Trail.

E2E TREK SNAPSHOT
The Larapinta Trail End to End Trek is by far the most popular trek option. Hands down this trek is the highest rated amongst hikers. The trek offers hikers the best way to fully absorb the magnificent Tjoritja / West MacDonnell National Park and its amazing and challenging landscapes.

Grade 4 : Moderate-Difficult
231km - 12 Sections
14-15 days is comfortable and 16 days is leisurely for 90% of hikers
About 70% of hikers dedicate 14 days to do the trail E2E
Completing the E2E Solo or as a Duo is the most popular option
18 days allows the whole experience to sink in
Most Ultra Light hikers do the E2E in 7-8 days, some in 6
Some hikers include Mt Giles and Mt Razorback as side treks
Best Advice: Don't Rush*. It's not a race. It's a hike.
* Rushing is the No 1 cause of injuries and issues on the Larapinta Trail
Satellite Image: Courtesy NASA


TREK PACKAGE OPTIONS

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E2E EXPRESS TREK PACKAGE
This E2E Express Package suits the hiker who just needs the basics for their Larapinta Trail trek: Transfer, Food Drops and Storeroom Key. You can add on extra’s such as gear retrieval or PLB hire during the booking process.

Prices below are total for the package. i.e E2E Duo Express $570 is for 2 people or $285 per person

E2E SOLO EXPS
1 x Hiker Package (1 x Pax)
Redbank Gorge Transfer
3 x Food Drops
Pre-Trek Container Delivery/Pickup
3x 50lt GPSC Containers
Food Drop Container Hire
Storeroom Key Hire*
20% off across our store
Access to LTTS Trailhead
Access to Gear Hire Options
From $450
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E2E DUO EXPS
2 x Hiker Package (2 x Pax)
Redbank Gorge Transfer
3 x Food Drops
Pre-Trek Container Delivery/Pickup
3x 50lt GPSC Containers
Food Drop Container Hire
Storeroom Key Hire*
20% off across our store
Access to LTTS Trailhead
Access to Gear Hire Options
From $640
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E2E TROIKA EXPS
3 x Hiker Package (3 x Pax)
Redbank Gorge Transfer
3 x Food Drops
Pre-Trek Container Delivery/Pickup
6x 50lt GPSC Containers
Food Drop Container Hire
Storeroom Key Hire*
20% off across our store
Access to LTTS Trailhead
Access to Gear Hire Options
From $920
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* Price doesn't include key hire bond/rental. See below. All prices in AUD/Inc GST. Prices subject to change without notice


TREK PACKAGE INCLUSIONS







REDBANK GORGE TRANSFER
A Larapinta Trail vehicle transfer to/from Redbank Gorge (Section 12), the official finish point of the Larapinta Trail (walking East to West). It is also a common start point for those trekking West to East.
Town pickups and drop offs: We pick you up or drop you off from/to your respective accommodation point but it must from our approved accommodation list.
Redbank Gorge pickups and drop offs: We pick you up or drop you off to/from the Redbank Gorge car park, which is approx 300m from the Larapinta Trail campsite.
Key Points for the Redbank Gorge Transfer
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Morning Drop Off to Redbank Gorge:
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Depart Alice Springs: 7:00am -7:30am
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Arrive to Redbank Gorge at approx 9:30am - 10am
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Morning Pick Up from Redbank Gorge
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Depart Redbank Gorge: 11am
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Arrive Alice Springs: Approx 2:30pm
The package does not include a transfer from/to Telegraph Station
3x FOOD DROPS
Three strategically placed food drops along the Larapinta Trail allow you to complete your E2E in more comfort by allowing you to distribute your food weight load and resupply every 4-6 days. It also allows you to enjoy any heavy meals at the food drop point. Our food drop services operates 7 days a week.
In Summary
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3 food drops to Standley Chasm, Ellery Creek South and Ormiston Gorge
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Food drops run 7 days a week
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Food drop packaging and delivery as detailed here
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(DDPD) Digital Proof of Delivery & Alerts
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If you are doing the new rerouted Section 7, and opt for a food drop to Serpentine Gorge, you will need to order/opt for that during your booking. It costs an extra $20
FOOD CONTAINERS AND HIRE
Your package includes 3x standard 50lt tubs or containers (General Plastic Storage Containers) for your three food drops. You can order more containers at extra cost. Generally, 3x50lt are more than sufficient for up to 2-3 hikers. You can add on more containers to your booking at extra cost.
In Summary
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3x 50lt containers per booking for Solo and Duo
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6x 50lt containers per booking for Extra Packages and all Troika, 4, 5 or 6 pax packages
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12x 50lt containers per booking for Express 7-8
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Includes container hire. No BYO
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Read here how all containers are prepared and delivered.
STOREROOM KEY HIRE/BOND
A key is issued to you as part of the trek package. It is delivered with the containers during pre-trek. The key is required to open the Ormiston Gorge, Serpentine Gorge and Ellery Creek food storerooms. The key hire is $70 of which $50 is refunded once you return the key to us. More info about the storeroom key here
In Summary
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Food storeroom key is organised for you
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Delivered with containers during pre-trek
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A $70 booking/hire fee is required for the key.
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Refund is only provided once key has been returned to LTTS
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The $70 hire fee is in addition to the Trek Package price. $50 is refundable
PRE-TREK CONTAINER DELIVERY/PICKUP
Your empty food containers will be delivered to your nominated accommodation. Containers are normally dropped off at the Reception storerooms a day before your trek starts or at an agreed date and time. An SMS will be sent to your nominated mobile phone when delivery has been completed.
In Summary
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Containers are delivered to your accommodation
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SMS messaging is provided for deliveries
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Real Time Tracking & Alerts for all container deliveries
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(DDPD) Digital Proof of Delivery is recorded
PRE-TREK CONTAINER COLLECTION
Your packed food containers will be collected from your nominated accommodation. Containers are normally collected the day you start your trek. An SMS will be sent to your nominated mobile phone when the collection has been completed.
In Summary
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Packed containers are collected directly from your accommodation
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SMS messaging is provided for deliveries
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Real Time Tracking & Alerts for all container deliveries
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(DDPD) Digital Proof of Delivery is recorded
TRAIL RUBBISH DISPOSAL
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No longer provided.
20% DISCOUNT ACROSS OUR STORE
Take advantage of a 20% off recommended retail prices on most of the items listed in our store. We can deliver to your accommodation for pre-trek or enjoy free shipping across Australia.
Check out the great products here: https://shop.treksupport.com.au/
EXCLUSIVE ACCESS TO LTTS ONLINE COMMUNITY - TRAILHEAD
Get exclusive access to our new online community for LTTS Customers Only. Post any questions you have regarding your trek, planning, preparation, gear, food etc and Larapinta Trail experts from LTTS will answer the questions and offer suggestions.
When you book with us, accept the invitation sent to you and Login here:
https://trailhead.treksupport.com.au/auth/login

TREK PACKAGE ADD-ONs
You can add-on extra services or options to your trek package. Read about add-ons here











E2E ESSENTIALS TREK PACKAGE
The E2E Essentials package offers everything in the Express Package plus additional extra’s such as PLB Hire, a Stove Fuel allocation and Gear Retrieval. It’s a great bundle that ticks off all the baseline items needed for
your Larapinta Trail Trek.
Prices below are the total for the package. i.e E2E Duo Essentials $920 is for 2 people or $460 per person