Palm Valley, Northern Territory

Everyone has heard of Uluru, the mother of all rocks just out of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory. However situated 140km from Alice and accessible only by 4WD, is the remote Finke George National Park, covering 46000 hectares. This Magical place includes Palm Valley were the Finke River, one of the world’s oldest river systems dating back 350 million years runs through this ancient valley, an oasis in the middle of the desert. The main attraction of Palm Valley is the rare red cabbage palms botanic remnants from millions of years ago, which are unique to the area. There is also a number of water holes where you could go for a cool swim. Palm Valley is a wonderful place to experience; camping is permitted with fresh drinking water, showers and toilets. If your into hiking there are many walking trails and lookouts to explore, absorbing all the beautiful views and sandstone formations. I recommend you go and visit the Northern Territory, stop and pay a visit to the Ancient Valley of the Palms.....

Palm Valley in the West MacDonnell Ranges, Northern Territory, Australia. Image sourced from http://picasaweb.google.com/jefferin.photos

Palm Valley in the West MacDonnell Ranges, Northern Territory, Australia. Image sourced from www.schoensleben.ch/sur/

Palm Valley full of water (Penelope Bergen)

By Paris Spellson