We have a variety of activities including a buggy station tour, cultural tours, helicopter flights and swimming at the station.
We can also recommend other great activities in the area including Karrke Aboriginal Cultural Tour, the Kings Canyon rim walk, and the Kathleen Springs walk in the Watarrka National Park.
The Mereenie Loop provides an alternative unsealed scenic route from Watarrka (Kings Caynon) to Alice Springs and Uluru (Ayers Rock) via the Western MacDonnell Ranges. Mereenie Loop Permits are available from Reception / Fuel shop at a cost of $5 each.
For more information on what to do at Kings Creek Station and the surrounding areas ask the friendly staff in the shop or contact us at the station.
BUGGY STATION TOUR TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE
Experience the vast and stunning landscape of Kings Creek Station on our buggy tour adventure. Feel the wind on your face as you drive along our private bush trails taking in incredible scenery, such as the George Gill Ranges. Enjoy a real off-road, adventurous drive in a small group with a local tour guide. Throughout your journey, you’ll stop to learn about the history and culture of the station, take photos and make unforgettable memories.
Daytime tour includes afternoon tea. The sunset tour is adults only and includes canapes & champagne. All inclusions are subject to change.
Our buggy tours are the perfect activity for groups of friends or family, corporate or social groups. Bookings are essential.
Departure Times: 1hr Daytime tour, departing at 2pm daily. 2 hour Sunset tour departing 2 hours before sunset – please contact reception for exact time daily.
Please contact our office on (08) 8956 7474 to check availability & pricing.
What to Bring on the tour:
•Drivers License
•Closed-toe footwear – hiking shoes or boots
•Clothing appropriate to the forecast weather; be mindful of dirt in any weather conditions
•Camera
•Sunglasses
•Water bottle
Important Information
•Drivers must hold a current Australian “C” class or appropriate “R” class driver’s license or international equivalent.
•Minimum age is 8 years old to be a passenger. Height & weight restrictions apply.
•Minimum numbers required
•Tour includes helmet, local guide and safety instruction
•Participants are required to sign an indemnity form, parent or guardian to sign waiver for minors.
KARRKE ABORIGINAL CULTURAL EXPERIENCE & TOURS
The 1‑hour tour is a short walk and talk on areas of importance in cultural knowledge on bush tucker and bush medicines used for spiritual and healing, as used by the Luritja and Pertame (Southern Aranda) people.
In the shaded seating areas, you will learn about;
•Seasonal bush tucker food, including the Witchetty Grub!
•Mai (meaning food in the Luritja language) edible tree seeds and grass seeds and the important grinding stones.
•Explanation of an Aboriginal dot painting in great detail.
•Local wood made Aboriginal artefacts
•An impressive large scale display of various other seeds of trees gathered from our region
•Bush medicine plants and their uses by our Aboriginal people.
What to Bring?
•A water bottle to keep hydrated
•Sunscreen and a hat
•During our winter months (June-August), it is cooler and warm clothes are required for the outdoors weather
•A camera to take those amazing shots of your experience
Dates & Times
Duration: 1 hour Tours operate: from March to October
Departing tour times from: 10:30am and 2:00pm, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday How to book: Please click on the link below to make your reservation:
SCENIC HELICOPTER FLIGHTS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE FROM 23RD - 3OTH SEPTEMBER
Right on our doorstep lie Australia’s spectacular Central Ranges, covering an area of 168,000 square kilometres. This vast maze of crags & canyons, rock formations & waterholes, craters and many more natural features are accessible only from the air.
We have a range of flights available, from a 5-minute scenic flight to extended and exclusive charter.
Operational times, availability and price of helicopter flights are subject to change. Please enquire with our on-site staff via email: res@kingscreekstation.com.au or tele: 08 8956 7474
WATARRKA NATIONAL PARK
Watarrka National Park is home to the mighty Kings Canyon; a majestic destination featuring 300 metre high sandstone walls, palm-filled crevices, and views that stretch across the desert.
Download the Avenza Maps App on your device whilst you are still in range to find the FREE local park map you need. Once downloaded, the maps can be used without a network connection. Your device’s built in GPS will plot your real-time location within the park onto the map. These GPS enabled maps will assist you to stay on track.
The Mereenie Loop provides an alternative unsealed scenic route from Watarrka (Kings Caynon) to Alice Springs and Uluru (Ayers Rock) via the Western MacDonnell Ranges.
Mereenie Loop Permits are available from Reception / Fuel shop at a cost of $5 each.