Climate Council – Larapinta 2022

Trek the Larapinta Trail to help the Climate Council propel Australia towards bold, effective action to cut carbon emissions and reach net-zero by 2035.

In July 2022, you’re invited to journey across the heart of Australia along one of the world’s premier walking tracks. Immersed in the rich history of Australia’s First Peoples, as part of the Climate Council Larapinta Trek, you’ll follow well-worn, red dirt tracks along the slopes of the West MacDonnell Ranges, beside winding riverbanks, across open plains, up towering mountains and down into shaded gorges. 

Past Ormiston Gorge and majestic Mount Sonder, you’ll conquer one of the world’s premier desert treks, through scenic and historic landscapes made famous by Albert Namatjira’s paintings. 

At night, you’ll camp under black skies filled with silver stars, and fall asleep to the nocturnal sounds of the desert knowing you’re helping the Climate Council remain Australia’s leading independent climate change communications organisation.

Every fraction of a degree of avoided warming matters, and will be measured in lives, species and ecosystems lost or saved.

Australia has everything it needs to act swiftly and decisively to help avert climate catastrophe, and prosper in a global clean economy. Yet our emissions are among the highest in the world.

The Climate Council is doing everything possible to deeply and rapidly cut emissions, while also preparing Australian communities for worsening extreme weather. But they need your support.

— $50 to create a rapid fire media release to respond to misinformation from politicians in the media and fight back with the facts
— $250 could fund our team to create compelling digital content and ensure it reaches a wide audience
— $2,500 could fund a media training session to empower everyday Australians to talk about their experiences of climate change and the urgency of our situation
— $5,000 could fund a new video highlighting the urgency for action and visually demonstrating the impacts of extreme weather fuelled by climate change
— $20,000 could power the research and media launch of a new report

Ready to register? This adventure is now full. Join the waiting list by entering your details in the form.

Questions? Give us a call on 1300 905 188.

For a comprehensive list of Frequently Asked Questions, download the information pack by filling in the form.

How challenging is this adventure?

This adventure is ranked 3/5. While no extensive trekking experience is required prior to registering, our adventures are specifically designed for people who are relatively fit and willing to train. The Larapinta Trail is a physical challenge, and the fitter you are, the more you’ll enjoy the experience. 

 You’ll be well supported on the adventure, with the guides and your team all cheering you on. You’re free to move at your own pace and we’ll take frequent breaks.

How do I fundraise?

Never fundraised before? Not sure where to start? No worries, we don’t expect you to do it alone. You will have regular support from the Inspired Adventures fundraising team, who will help you make a fundraising plan to meet your target. Alongside personalised coaching, we will also send you lots of ideas and resources on how to fundraise. From online fundraising to trivia nights, to bake sales and out-of-the-box ideas, we have years and years of tried and tested tips to make your fundraising a success.

Who will I be travelling with?

We believe small group travel is better for the planet, and better for you. Our adventures usually have 10 – 20 people aged from 18 to 90+ (younger ages considered on request). You can be sure that you have all come together with the shared purpose of making a difference to others and having the adventure of a lifetime.

The group will be led by a local tour guide with expert knowledge of the region. Many groups will also be accompanied by an Inspired Adventures team leader or doctor to support and motivate the team.

Where applicable, a charity representative may also join the team. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about your chosen charity and their work.

We understand the dilemma of making travel plans when the world feels unpredictable right now. You can still register for an Inspired Adventure in complete confidence, because we promise to look after you should COVID-19 travel bans affect your plans.

If COVID-19 travel bans mean your Inspired Adventure cannot go ahead as scheduled, we will endeavour to reschedule the departure to a later date to allow you still to travel as planned.

Inspired Adventures requires that all travellers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as described in government guidelines and ground operator requirements.

For more information please refer to the COVID-19 hub on our website.