Stand by and look high at Standley Chasm, a striking three-metre wide, 8-metre tall gorge in the heart of Tjoritja / the West MacDonnell Ranges National Park. Known as Angkerle Atwatye (meaning ‘the gap of water’) to the Western Arrernte people, this sacred geological site is owned and operated by the local Aboriginal community.
You can take a self-guided walk to the Chasm, which is a 2.4-kilometre round-trip from the visitor centre ($12 entry), or embark on an Indigenous guided tour, where you’ll learn about the deep connection between the land and its custodians. Cap off your walk with a refreshing drink at the shady café, or unwind overnight at the campground.