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Viewing the night sky at the Earth Sanctuary, Alice Springs
The Earth Sanctuary entrance, Alice Springs
A guide demonstrating traditional Aboriginal wooden tools at the Earth Sanctuary

Earth Sanctuary World Nature Centre

Welcome to Earth Sanctuary, where knowledge and passion collide!

Situated 15 minutes south of Alice Springs, Central Australia, Earth Sanctuary has become a leader in the field of sustainability in ecotourism for over 15 years.

Earth Sanctuary is a proudly independent, family-operated business offering award-winning day and evening tours to visitors to the Outback. Specialising in ecology, culture and astronomy, Earth Sanctuary’s guides carry a wealth of knowledge, skill and passion. Coupled with Earth Sanctuary’s classic Quandong homestead and entertainment arena, visitors to Earth Sanctuary are left with ever lasting memories of Central Australia ‒ a timeless and visually spectacular region.

You can book your Earth Sanctuary tour online or contact our friendly team to find out more information on how to book your day or evening tour today. See you at Earth Sanctuary!

Accreditation

  • ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
  • Respecting Our Culture (ROC) Certified by Ecotourism Australia

Night Sky Astronomy

Join Earth Sanctuary’s guides as they take you on an entertaining and informative journey, and teach you how to navigate using the stars.

You’ll learn to identify super giants and constellations in the night sky, including the zodiac, and observe the moon and planets through the telescope.

Listen to ancient Aboriginal stories of creation interwoven with modern science, providing you with a holistic view of the star-filled sky above in all its wonder.

Tour duration is one hour and does not include travel time to and from Earth Sanctuary.

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