About this experience
Walk the rim of Kings Canyon, watch the sun rise and set over Uluru, and explore the domes of Kata Tjuta. Embark on an authentic Aussie camping adventure from Alice Springs
Highlights
- Wander through the iconic domes of Kata Tjuta
- Experienced guides who know the Australian outback like the back of their hand
- Hike through natural amphitheatres, rocky chasms and lush oases in Kings Canyon
- Do the Uluru base walk & witness the breathtaking sunrise and sunset at Uluru
- Dine & camp under the stars in authentic Aussie swags around the fire
What's included
- Kings Canyon rim walk
- Kata Tjuta Walpa Gorge Walk
- Uluru Cultural Center entry fee
- Uluru base walk
- Ewings Lookout, sunset viewing area• Experienced guide
- 2 or 3 Nights camping - Aussie swag with basic shared facilities, and sleeping bag hire included
- All meals (dietary requirements can be catered for if we are notified 48 hours prior to departure)
- All-terrain vehicle
- Watarrka and Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park entry fees
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Day 1: Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s) | Uluru Sunset
Passengers departing from Alice Springs will be picked up at 6 am before taking the 4.5-hour drive towards Yulara for an early lunch. Passengers departing from Yulara or Uluru Airport will be picked up between 1:40-2:00 pm. After a short drive, arrive at Kata Tjuta (The Olga’s). Its 36 domes are of various sizes and provide quite a contrast to Uluru. You’ll get to know the landscape pretty well on an afternoon hike between the domes. As the evening unfolds, enjoy a light snack as the sun slowly sets, casting various earthy tones across Uluru. The perfect end to a remarkable day awaits you back at camp as you enjoy a delicious spread of food with your group. If the weather permits, sit outside under the stars.
Day 2: Uluru - Kings Canyon
An early start this morning is rewarded with an Uluru sunrise. Your guide will take you to one of the significant cultural sights of Uluru, outlining Anangu rock art and passing on one of the site's creation stories. Enjoy a self-guided, full base walk around Uluru. Once you’ve had lunch, visit the Cultural Centre, and view hand-crafted art by local First Nation Peoples of the Western and Central Deserts. Travel onto our exclusive campsite near the Watarrka National Park (Kings Canyon), where the group will have dinner and enjoy the stars.
Day 3: Kings Canyon - Uluru
The main attraction of Watarrka National Park is undoubtedly Kings Canyon – a huge gorge enclosed by sheer rock walls many meters high. Your guide will point these out on a trek that takes in the canyon’s most famous locations, such as the Lost City, the Garden of Eden, the Amphitheatre, and, of course, the North & South Walls of the canyon. After lunch, we hit the road again for a three-hour drive to Yulara in the late afternoon. Passengers on the 2-night tour will depart directly for Alice Springs, arriving around 6 pm. For those doing the 3-night tour, this evening, you have the choice to enjoy one of the following optional activities in Yulara: a Sunset Camel Cruise, the Field of Lights, Sounds of Silence, the Wintjiri Wiru Drone display (all additional cost); or if you’d like to experience the Uluru sunset from a different perspective (and free of charge), tonight is the opportunity to do it! After dinner, relax at your camp for a night under the stars.
Day 4: Yulara (Uluru / Ayers Rock Airport)
After a short sleep-in, enjoy a hearty breakfast at our exclusive camp. Depending on your departure time, take our free 10-minute transfer directly to Yulara’s Desert Gardens Hotel, or Uluru Airport (Uluru / Ayers Rock Airport, airport code: AYQ). If you have plenty of spare time before your flight, you can leave your luggage at the Desert Gardens Hotel, and spend some time in Yulara Resort shopping at your leisure. Please note: There are regular free airport shuttles from the Desert Gardens Hotel to the Ayers Rock Airport.
Terms & conditions
• If you are departing from Alice Springs, you will be picked up at approximately 6 am
• If you are departing from Yulara, you will be picked up between 1:40-2 pm (your flight must arrive before 1:45 pm) - Be ready with walking shoes. Lunch is not included for Yulara departures.
• The 2-night tour finishes in Alice Springs at approximately 6 pm on day 3
• The 3-night tour finishes in Yulara at approximately 9 am on day 4
• A strict luggage limit of 15 kilograms applies. Please limit to one small to medium-sized soft bag or backpack and a small daypack, which can be carried inside the vehicle
• Bring sturdy walking shoes, hat and sunscreen, toiletries, warm clothing in winter, water bottle (1.5 Liters), a torch, insect repellent/net, and a power bank for charging your phone (limited power available at camp).
• Itineraries may vary, and/or attractions can be substituted for any cause, including seasonal conditions, weather extremes and traditional owner/ national park requirements.