Uncovering The Truth: Is Alice Springs Safe To Visit In 2024?

It's time for the truth! You've seen the news reports and heard plenty of other campers talking about how unsafe Alice Springs is! But what does that really mean and do you really have to bypass this Outback town when travelling through the Red Centre? This episode we uncover the truth about Alice Springs and give you the full run down on everything you need to know before travelling here. What to prepare, where to stay, what to see and how to keep yourself and your belongings safe and secure!

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Uncovering The Truth: Is Alice Springs Safe To Visit In 2024?
The Explorers Way
Adelaide To Darwin
Season 8
Episode: 238

Chapters
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00:00 - Temple Bar Campground | Alice Springs
- Sharing Our Experience In Alice Springs
- Is Alice Springs Safe For Tourists To Visit?

01:17 - The Elephant In The Room: Safety
- Our Thoughts On Youth Crime In Alice Springs
- Is Alice Springs Dangerous Or Is It Just Media Hype?

02:04 - Our Tips For Visiting Alice Springs Safely
- Lock Up Your Stuff: Make It A Habit
- Nothing Good Ever Happens After Midnight

03:09 - Is It Safe To Go Out At Night In Alice Springs?
- We Don't Go Into Town After 8PM
- There Is An Increased Police Presence

03:39 - Use Common Sense: Have Your Wits About You
- Don't Go In When the Bottle Shop Opens
- Be Aware Of your Surroundings

04:20 - Services Available In Alice Springs
- Bunnings, ARB, Mechanics, Arid Offroad
- Post Office: Be Prepared For A Huge Line For Parcel Pickup

05:40 - Alice Springs Is Actually A Really Friendly Town
- List Of Shops In Centre
- Everything Is Here That You Would Expect To See In Any City

06:25 - Activities And Experiences In Alice Springs
- Our Number One Pick: ANZAC Hill
- Great Views And Audio Guide

07:20 - You Won't Get Everything Done In A Week
- Alice Springs Desert Park
- Art Galleries, Kangaroo Sanctuary

07:30 - Royal Flying Doctor Service
- Our Partnership With Mr Mick And Tim Adams
- How Wine Can Raise Money For The RFDS

8:58 - Alcohol Restrictions in Alice Springs
- Explanation of current alcohol purchase limits
- Tips for buying alcohol and bottle shop hours

10:33 - Accommodation Options in Alice Springs
- Recommendation for Temple Bar Campground
- Overview of caravan parks in the area

12:14 - Alice Springs Brewing Co
- Food, Drinks, Music
- Awesome Experience

13:29 - Highlights of MacDonnell Ranges
- Suggestion to use Alice Springs as a base for exploration
- Mention of size restrictions for some campgrounds

14:14 - The Ghan Railway Experience
- Information about viewing the train's arrival
- Description of the train's impressive length

15:38 - Is Alice Springs Safe In 2024?
- Alice Springs Youth Crime
- Leave your Thoughts Below, Good Or Bad

17:37 - Stanley Chasm Experience
- Location and travel time from Alice Springs
- Tips for best viewing times and on-site amenities

19:36 - Recent Improvements in Alice Springs
- Mention of developments over the past four years
- New campground additions and stargazing opportunities


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