Venture Into the Heart of Australia’s Outback
Ride into the heart of Australia on The Red Centre Ride, where the spectacular landscapes of Undoolya Station, one of the Northern Territory’s oldest pastoral leases, unfold from the saddle of sleep Australian stock horses. With exclusive access to rarely explored country, you’ll cross blazing red-dirt plains, rugged ranges and ancient riverbeds, discovering the colourful beauty and rich history of the Aussie outback.
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Trip Highlights
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Ride impressive horses through the iconic red-dirt country of Central Australia
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Gain exclusive access to landscapes on one of the Northern Territory’s oldest pastoral leases
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Wind through rugged ranges and along ancient riverbeds that few ever get to see
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Take in sweeping, jaw-dropping views from elevated lookouts across Undoolya Station
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Gather around the campfire each night beneath a sky blazing with stars, then retreat to your own air-conditioned safari tent
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Finish with a sunset dinner overlooking the country you’ve just ridden, one for the memory banks
Details
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Riding levels
Suitable for beginner to advanced riders, with a maximum of 2 beginners per departure.
*If you are a beginner rider, you are expected to be capable of riding your horse at a walk, posting/rising to the trot for 2 minutes at a time, and be willing to try cantering.Not sure what your riding ability is? See the definitions below.
- Type of tack
Australian stock saddles with swinging fenders, snaffle bit bridles with split reins. There is a limited supply of seat savers available.
- Horse breed
Australian Stock Horse, Appaloosa, ASH/Quarter X, Percheron X, Thoroughbred
- Accommodation
Private safari tent with deck, comfortable bed, and split air-conditioning and heater.
- Pace
The rugged terrain sets the pace on this ride. Much of the riding is at a walk as you pick your way over rocky ridgelines, through dry creek beds and across stony flats. Where the ground opens up, riders who are comfortable trotting and cantering will have the chance to stretch out, with the pace adjusted to suit your ability.
- Weight limit
A maximum of 95kg /209bs.
It is VERY important that you provide your current weight accurately when booking. If your weight is not accurate, we cannot guarantee that your hosts will have a horse for you to ride.
- Group size
A minimum of 6 and a maximum of 8 guests per departure.
- Minimum age
18 years of age
- Time in Saddle
On average between 5 to 7 hours each day.
- Weather
Alice Springs enjoys sunny, dry weather from autumn through spring, with warm days of around 25 to 35°C (77 to 95°F) in autumn and spring and crisp, clear winter days of 20 to 23°C (68 to 73°F). Nights can be cold, dropping to 4 to 6°C (39 to 43°F) in winter, so pack layers for chilly mornings and evenings.
- Languages
Guides speak English.
Departure dates and prices
Instalment plans available
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Per person
2027
April 4 to 9, 2027
April 18 to 23, 2027
May 16 to 21, 2027
July 4 to 9, 2027
July 18 to 23, 2027
August 1 to 6, 2027
August 15 to 20, 2027
August 29 to September 3, 2027
September 12 to 17, 2027
September 26 to October 1, 2027
October 10 to 15, 2027
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Things to know
Payment details
- A fixed Booking Fee of $150 AUD
- All bookings and associated fees are charged in the currency of the ride.
- Accepted payment method is by credit or debit card only.
Cancellation policy
We understand that plans can change. If you need to cancel your ride, please let us know as soon as possible. Cancellation fees apply based on how close your departure date is, and deposits are non-refundable. We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect your booking. Read our full cancellation policy.
International fees
If you're paying in a currency different from your own, your bank may charge a conversion or international transaction fee.
What’s included (and what’s not)
Included
- Private safari-style tent
- All meals from first day dinner through to last day breakfast
- Transfers to/from Alice Springs
- All riding activities outlined in the itinerary
- Small selection of red & white wine and some beer in the evening
Excluded
- International or regional flights
- Travel insurance (compulsory)
Itinerary
Please note, this is a suggested itinerary only and subject to change at the discretion of your guides due to weather and other influencing factors.
In the event of rare adverse weather, riders will be taken out for some local sightseeing by the knowledgeable guides around the beautiful region.
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Day 1: Arrival & Introductory Ride
30mins in the saddleWelcome to the Red Centre globetrotters! You’ll be picked up from Alice Springs Airport at 3pm this afternoon and escorted out to the ride host’s property, your home away from home for the next few days.
This afternoon, you’ll meet the horse who’ll carry you through the week and get acquainted on a short ride in the host’s arena. Then it’s time to settle into your private tent, pour a cold drink and let the outback evening unfold around you. Over a hearty meal, you’ll meet the crew and hear what the days ahead have in store.
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Day 2: Station Paddocks, South Side
5 to 6 hours in the saddleAfter breakfast, the horses are trucked out to the station, and your first ride begins at the cattle yards, a fitting start on a working cattle property. From here, you’ll head north-east across open red country before weaving through a mulga forest that eventually opens onto big views of the Pilgra escarpment. As the afternoon rolls on, you’ll wind your way back along the Ranges Track to the yards, where savoury platters and a cold drink are waiting to toast your first day in the saddle.
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Day 3: Mount Undoolya
6 to 7 hours in the saddleThis is a day you won’t forget! A short truck ride takes you further afield to Jimpys Bore, where you’ll set off through a hidden meadow that feels like a well-kept secret. You’ll pass through Red Range Gap for morning tea, and while you’re picking your jaw up off the ground, you’ll follow the base of the East MacDonnell Range west to Paech Dam. Here, you’ll stop for lunch while the horses enjoy a long drink and a well-earned siesta. Refreshed, you’ll continue west across the flood-out to Cross Roads Gate, before finishing along the Cliff Track loop to Jesse Yards.
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Day 4: Williams Loop
5 to 6 hours in the saddleToday brings a whole new landscape on the south side of the station. You’ll follow Williams Creek through ancient creek country to Julie Dam for morning tea, then carry on to a remote stock bore. From there, you’ll loop back through weathered ranges and stony dry creek beds to where you started. Along the way, the dams, bores and troughs tell the story of life on a cattle station, and you’ll start to see the country the way the stockmen do.
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Day 5: Boot Hill Loop
5 hours in the saddleA final day of incredible highlights awaits. You’ll follow Jesse Creek to Jesse Dam for morning tea, then ride up to Lovers Lookout. From there, you’ll wind through rugged trails to Legend’s Lookout (yes, you will meet the legend, Legend!) and take in sweeping views across Undoolya Station. This one is for the memory bank! You’ll stop for lunch at Boot Hill, then return along the Eastern Track to where the ride began.
As the afternoon light softens, you’ll freshen up and hop in the hosts’ minibus back to Lovers Lookout, where the station owners are waiting to host your farewell starlit dinner. Gather around the table as the sun sets over the ranges and the stars come out, share stories and a few laughs, and look out over the country you’ve spent the week exploring on horseback. It’s a night you won’t forget.
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Day 6: Departure
Non-riding dayAfter a final breakfast, it’s time to say your goodbyes. You’ll be transferred to Alice Springs airport or a town drop-off, leaving with memories of red country, big skies and a week seen from the saddle. Until next time!
Transfer information
Transfers throughout the ride are included in the price.
On day 1, you will be picked up from Alice Springs Airport at 3pm and driven out to your host’s property. Please ensure your flight arrives with enough time to make the 3pm pick up time.
On day 6, you will return to Alice Springs at around 9.30am – you will be dropped off at either your hotel accommodation or the airport. Please ensure your flight departs no earlier than 10.30am.
Accommodation
You’ll enjoy your own private safari-style tent set up with a comfortable bed, fresh linen, split air-conditioning and heater system, lamp, charging station and a deck.
Food
Mornings on The Red Centre Ride start with a hot cooked breakfast of bacon and eggs, toast and muffins, or you can opt for something lighter, such as fresh fruit or granola with toppings. For lunch, you’ll head out with a packed spread of salads, cold meats and wraps, plus fruit and snacks to keep you going in the saddle. Come evening, you’ll sit down to hearty home-made dinners, from steaks, lasagna and casseroles to gourmet Australian BBQs, all served with freshly baked bread.
A small selection of red and white wines and some beer will be available with nightly meals, all other alcoholic drinks will be BYO.
What's my riding level?
Not sure what your riding level is? Watch our videos to see all our levels.
Beginner
Reasonably confident riding a horse at a walk, a rising trot, and learning to canter.
Intermediate
Confident and in control riding at all paces outside an arena, but not riding regularly. Comfortable and competent using aids {the language of your leg, seat and hands} to communicate with your horse.
Strong Intermediate
An intermediate rider who is currently riding regularly outside of an arena and is fit enough to ride for at least six hours per day. Strong intermediate riders are comfortable and competent in all three gaits; able to post or sit to the trot; have an independent seat while cantering (don’t hold onto the saddle); and can pick up the correct canter lead. They can also navigate more complex terrain, including asking a horse to sidestep and jump over a small obstacle.
Advanced
A frequent rider who is very fit, comfortable in the saddle for at least six hours per day, and has an independent seat and soft hands. Advanced riders are confident on a forward-moving horse at all paces over rough and variable ground on open terrain. They can ride over small jumps and know the techniques used to collect a horse
Not sure? Contact our team to help you figure out your riding ability.
