Alice Springs to Uluru tour

From Alice Springs or Yulara (Uluru Airport), travellers begin their journey towards Ayers Rock (Uluru), making a stop at Mt Conner’s lookout (also known as False Uluru or Fool-Uru) for the beautiful views of the red mountain. There is a quick break at Curtin Springs for restroom use before arriving at the campground for lunch. (Note: Only guests from Alice Springs are provided lunch; those from Ayers Rock need their arrangements.)

After lunch, we went to the Red Centre’s cultural centre to learn about the national park’s significance. We stood in awe at the base of Uluru, amazed by its magnificence. We trekked to the Mutitjulu waterhole and explored rock art sites. We listened to creation stories and hiked to Kuniya Piti. We then drove to Kantju Gorge, passing sacred sites. We saw the highest waterfall in Central Australia. We ended the day watching a spectacular sunset and enjoying dinner with a panoramic view of Uluru.

• Meals: *Lunch, Dinner.
• Accom: Ayers Rock Coach Campground (Uluru) Safari Tents or Bush Swags with campground communal facilities.
• Driving Distance: 350km.
• Hike Distance: 2-3 km / 2-3 hours. (*Lunch is only provided for those departing from Alice Springs. Those being collected from Ayers Rock will need to source their own lunch prior to joining the tour.)

We wake up early and have a light breakfast. Then, we go to Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park to see the sunrise. Kata Tjuta is even more impressive than Uluru. We hike through the Valley of the Winds or Walpa Gorge and admire the massive rock formations. After exploring Kata Tjuta, we visit Kings Canyon for a beautiful sunset. Finally, we have a delicious meal around the campfire.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
• Accom: Kings Creek Station Campground (Kings Canyon) Safari Tents or Bush Swags with campground communal facilities.
• Driving Distance: 406 km (4.5 Hours).
• Hike Distance: 2-6 km / 2-4 hours (*weather dependent). 

We started early and explored Kings Canyon in Watarrka National Park. We walked through cliff faces to see the sandstone chasms and enjoyed the spectacular views. Then we headed north, passing through Alice Springs, to our campsite at Standley Chasm. We learned about the native flora, fauna, and geology of the area during a guided walking tour. At night, we gathered around the campfire for a hearty meal and stargazing in the remote outback.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Accom: West MacDonnell Ranges remote campsite Safari Tents or Bush Swags with basic outback facilities.
• Driving Distance: 370km (4 hours)
• Hike Distance: 2-4 km / 2-4 hours.

On the fourth day, our journey begins at Standley Chasm, also recognized as ‘Angkerle Atwatye,’ a narrow gorge located in the West MacDonnell Range. We explore the area’s natural beauty and look for wildlife. Then, we head to Ellery Creek Bighole, or ‘Udepata,’ where we swim, surrounded by red cliffs and sandy banks. Next, we visit Ormiston Gorge and admire the towering red walls. Our final stop is Simpsons Gap, a waterhole known for native wildlife and sacred indigenous trails. After a day of exploring, we return to Alice Springs for the evening.

• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
• Accom: N/A
• Driving Distance: 250km (3 hours)
• Walking Distance: ~3km / 4km.